January 2015
ISIS Releases Images of Second Japanese Hostage Beheading
ISIS has released a video showing the beheading of Japanese journalist Kenji Goto, following the earlier execution of another hostage, Haruna Yukawa. The Japanese government…
Islamic State's Deadline: The Life of Jordanian Pilot in Exchange for Sajida al-Rishawi's Freedom
The Islamic State has issued a deadline to Jordan to release Sajida al-Rishawi, a suicide bomber, in exchange for the life of Jordanian pilot Muath…
Israel to the UN: We Reserve the Right to Defend Ourselves Against Hezbollah
Israel has communicated to the UN that it will take necessary actions to defend itself against Hezbollah following an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.…
Pentagon: The U.S. Has Established Contact with Houthis in Yemen
The U.S. has begun communicating with various factions in Yemen, including the Houthis, amid a fragile political situation following the resignation of Yemen's president. This…
Closure of 'Violating' Exchange Offices in Tehran
The Central Bank of Iran has closed several unlicensed exchange offices in Tehran, citing new regulations that require proper licensing and regular reporting of currency…
Leader of Ukrainian Separatists: We Will Not Negotiate
Alexander Zakharchenko, leader of the Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine, announced that they will not engage in peace talks and will continue fighting until they…
Hammond: Defeating ISIS in Iraq Will Take Up to 2 Years
British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond stated that defeating ISIS in Iraq will take up to two years, highlighting the current inadequacy of Iraqi military operations…
Argentinian President: Nisman Did Not Commit Suicide
Argentinian President Cristina Fernandez asserted that prosecutor Alberto Nisman did not commit suicide, countering allegations surrounding his death. Nisman had accused the government of covering…
European Central Bank to Purchase 60 Billion Euros in Bonds Monthly
The European Central Bank has announced a bond purchasing program to buy 60 billion euros worth of bonds monthly to stimulate the economy and combat…
Shia Houthi Rebels and the President of Yemen Reach 'Agreement'
The President of Yemen, Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, has reached an agreement with Houthi rebels to cease hostilities and grant them more authority in governance. This…
Why is the Euro Falling?
The Euro continues to decline against the US dollar, reaching $1.15 for the first time in 12 years, with predictions that it may equal one…
North Korea Proposes Direct Dialogue with the U.S.
North Korea has proposed direct negotiations with the U.S. to suspend its nuclear programs in exchange for halting U.S.-South Korea military exercises. The U.S. has…
Iran and the Use of Renewable Energy
The G20 summit in Australia highlighted the need for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources. Iran is also taking steps towards…
The Kouachi Brothers, Perpetrators of the Charlie Hebdo Attack, Killed
The Kouachi brothers, responsible for the Charlie Hebdo attack, were killed by French police during a raid on their hideout. The incident involved a hostage…
Severe Decline in Stock Markets and Oil Prices for the Second Consecutive Day
U.S. stock markets and oil prices have declined for two consecutive days due to new government statistics showing a slowdown in economic growth. The upcoming…
U.S. Oil Prices Fall Below $50 Per Barrel
Global oil prices have fallen below $50 per barrel for the first time in over five years, with significant impacts on stock markets and the…
New Research Findings: Two-Thirds of Cancer Cases Are Just 'Bad Luck'
A new study suggests that two-thirds of cancer cases are primarily due to random DNA mutations rather than lifestyle choices or genetics. This finding has…