September 2016
Post-Coup Purges Reach Turkey's National Intelligence Organization
Following the failed coup in Turkey, 87 agents from the National Intelligence Organization have been dismissed, marking a significant development in the ongoing purges. President…
Hidden and Controversial Questions in the Azerbaijan Referendum
Azerbaijan will hold a referendum on September 26 to vote on 29 constitutional amendments that could strengthen President Ilham Aliyev's power, including extending presidential terms…
Jordanian Writer Killed in Court Over Cartoon Case
Nahed Hattar, a Jordanian writer critical of Islamism, was shot dead by a mosque preacher while attending a court hearing related to a cartoon he…
Arjan Cetin, Suspect in Washington Shooting, Arrested
Arjan Cetin, a 20-year-old suspect, was arrested for a shooting at a shopping center in Washington state that left five dead. The incident raises concerns…
Governor of Semnan: Several ISIS Members Arrested in Semnan Province
The governor of Semnan announced the arrest of several ISIS members in the province, along with the discovery of explosives. This incident highlights ongoing security…
Acid Attack Perpetrator Arrested in Tehran's Gisha Street
A 28-year-old man was arrested for an acid attack on his girlfriend, Arzu, in Tehran's Gisha Street. The incident highlights ongoing issues of acid violence…
New York Bomber 'Obsessed with Bin Laden'
Ahmad Khan Rahimi, an Afghan-American, has been charged in connection with bombings in New York and New Jersey, described as obsessed with Osama bin Laden.…
Trump and Clinton's Reactions to the New York Explosion
An Afghan-American suspect was arrested in connection with bombings in New York and New Jersey just weeks before the U.S. presidential election. Hillary Clinton and…
US Reports Arrest of Ahmad Khan Rahimi, Suspect in New York Bombing
Ahmad Khan Rahimi, an Afghan-American, was arrested as a suspect in the New York bombing after a shootout with police. The FBI is investigating potential…
Investigation into Possible Connection Between Explosions and Stabbing Attack in the U.S.
The FBI is investigating potential links between recent explosions in New York and New Jersey and a stabbing attack in Minnesota, with officials considering the…
Paralympic Games in Rio, Mourning the Death of Iranian Cyclist
Bahman Golbarnezhad, the only Iranian cyclist at the 2016 Paralympic Games, died from injuries sustained during a race. His death has drawn condolences from international…
Iranian Cyclist Dies Following Accident at Rio Paralympics
Bahman Golbarnezhad, an Iranian cyclist, died after a neck injury during the Rio Paralympics. The International Paralympic Committee expressed condolences, marking this as a significant…
Swedish Appeals Court Confirms Arrest Warrant for Julian Assange
A Swedish appeals court has upheld the arrest warrant for Julian Assange, allowing for his interrogation in London next month. Assange has been wanted since…
Iranian-Canadian MP Calls for Restoration of Relations with Tehran
Majid Jowhari, a Canadian MP, is advocating for the restoration of diplomatic relations with Iran, emphasizing that severing ties has negative consequences for both nations.…
Abdullah Ocalan: The 30-Year War with Turkey Can End in Six Months
Abdullah Ocalan, the imprisoned PKK leader, claims he can resolve the Kurdish issue in Turkey within six months if the government is willing. This comes…
UN: Airstrikes by Syrian Government and Allies Main Cause of Increased Civilian Deaths
The UN has released a report criticizing airstrikes by the Syrian government and its allies, particularly Russia, for causing high civilian casualties and damage to…
Turkey Sends Second Humanitarian Aid Ship to Gaza
Turkey has sent a second humanitarian aid ship to Gaza after normalizing relations with Israel, expecting cooperation for timely delivery before Eid al-Adha. This action…
The Day After Karimov Has Arrived for Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan enters a new era following the death of long-time leader Islam Karimov, with uncertainty surrounding the future political landscape and potential for instability. Analysts…
One Thousand People Arrested in Post-Election Riots in Gabon
Following the announcement of Ali Bongo's narrow victory in Gabon's presidential election, widespread protests erupted, leading to the arrest of around 1,000 people. The unrest…
Mexico's Reaction to Trump's Recent Speech: 'A Major Threat to Mexico'
Donald Trump announced plans to deport two million undocumented Mexican immigrants with criminal records, which prompted a strong reaction from the Mexican President, who labeled…