February 2019
Trump and Kim Prepare for Second Round of Face-to-Face Negotiations
U.S. President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un are set to meet for their second round of negotiations in Hanoi, Vietnam, from March 8…
UK Prime Minister Accepts Parliamentary Vote on Brexit Delay
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has committed to allowing Parliament to vote on a three-month delay to the Brexit process to avoid a no-deal exit…
Syrian Democratic Forces Hand Over More Than 150 ISIS Fighters to Iraq
The Syrian Democratic Forces have handed over over 150 Iraqi ISIS fighters to Iraq, with more transfers expected. This situation highlights the challenges faced by…
Hundreds of Civilians Exit 'Last ISIS Stronghold' in Syria
On February 20, hundreds of civilians evacuated from the last ISIS stronghold in Syria, Baghouz. The Syrian Democratic Forces, backed by the U.S., confirmed the…
Car Production in Iran Continues to Decline
Iran's car production has dropped by 35% this year, with significant declines in the production of French and Chinese vehicles. Automakers are struggling with delivery…
Afghanistan's Executive Chief: Taliban Seeks Return to Terror Emirate
Abdullah Abdullah, Afghanistan's Executive Chief, criticizes the Taliban for refusing to engage in dialogue with the government, claiming they aim to restore a terror regime.…
Taliban to Participate in Afghan Group Talks in Moscow
The Taliban will attend the Afghan Group Talks in Moscow, which will feature prominent Afghan political figures but no government officials. This meeting is significant…