December 2015
Former President of Yemen: Dialogue with Saudi Arabia is Necessary
Ali Abdullah Saleh, the former president of Yemen, advocates for the opposition to negotiate with Saudi Arabia instead of the current Yemeni government. This shift…
Four Palestinians Killed by Israeli Forces
Four Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces amid ongoing violence in the region. The Israeli government claims the Palestinians were attacking soldiers, while the death…
Australia Lowers Travel Warning Level for Iran
Australia has downgraded its travel warning for Iran from 'reconsider travel' to 'exercise caution,' which may encourage more Australian tourists to visit. This change is…
Temporary Ceasefire Extended in Yemen; Peace Talks to Resume on January 14
Yemen's peace talks in Switzerland ended without an agreement, but the temporary ceasefire has been extended for another week. Negotiations are set to resume on…
The Fall of Oil Prices: An Opportunity for Iran's Economy?
Oil prices have plummeted to an eleven-year low, prompting discussions among Iranian economists about the potential for this crisis to serve as an opportunity for…
John Kerry Calls for Alignment Between the U.S. and Russia on Syria and Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the need for U.S.-Russia alignment on the Syrian conflict and the Ukraine crisis during his visit to Moscow.…
Loyalist Forces in Yemen Retake the City of Jaar from Al-Qaeda
Loyalist forces in Yemen have retaken the city of Jaar from Al-Qaeda after it was captured on Wednesday. The situation is part of a broader…