November 2016
Washington Post: Expansion of the Operational Scope of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command
The U.S. has expanded the operational scope of its Special Operations Command to conduct direct operations against terrorist organizations globally, particularly in response to the…
Rouhani Calls for a 'Stronger Response' from the Iraqi Government to Recent Attack Perpetrators
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has urged the Iraqi government to take stronger action against those responsible for a recent suicide attack in Hilla that killed…
About 40 Iranians Killed in ISIS Suicide Attack in Hilla, Iraq
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas station in Hilla, Iraq, has resulted in the deaths of approximately 40 Iranian pilgrims returning from the…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Suicide Attack on Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq
A suicide bombing targeting Iranian pilgrims in Iraq has resulted in at least 80 fatalities, with many injured. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for…
Explosion in Adana, Turkey Leaves 'Two Dead'
An explosion in Adana, Turkey, resulted in at least two deaths and 16 injuries, with indications that it may have been carried out by a…
John Bolton: The Only Long-Term Solution for Iran is 'Regime Change'
John Bolton advocates for U.S. support of regime change in Iran, labeling the current government as a major threat to peace in the Middle East.…
OPEC and Russia Oil Negotiations Without Iran and Iraq
OPEC and Russia are set to meet to discuss oil production cuts, but Iran and Iraq will not be present. The meeting comes amid rising…
Human Rights Watch Protests the Destruction of Arab Homes in Iraq by Kurdish Forces
Human Rights Watch has condemned the destruction of Arab homes in Iraq by Kurdish security forces, suggesting it may amount to war crimes. This destruction…
Iraqi Army Officials: One of ISIS's Commanders Killed in Mosul
Iraqi army officials announced the death of a senior ISIS commander, Mahmoud Shukri al-Naeemi, during airstrikes in Mosul. Iraqi forces are making slow progress in…
Amnesty International Accuses Iraqi Armed Forces of Torture and Execution of Civilians in Mosul Operations
Amnesty International has accused the Iraqi armed forces of committing war crimes, including torture and arbitrary executions of civilians suspected of collaborating with the Islamic…
Bus Accident on the Way to Karbala Claims the Lives of 26 Iranian Pilgrims
A tragic bus accident on the way to Karbala resulted in the deaths of 26 Iranian pilgrims, with the incident attributed to the driver's loss…
UN: ISIS Has Kidnapped Hundreds of Former Iraqi Soldiers Around Mosul
The UN has reported that ISIS has kidnapped hundreds of former Iraqi soldiers and forcibly relocated thousands of families in the Mosul area. This situation…
Kurdish Peshmerga Forces Launch Attack to Retake the City of Bashiqa
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga forces have launched an operation to retake Bashiqa from the Islamic State, involving around 2,000 fighters. This operation is part of a…
Amnesty International: Hundreds of Sunni Arabs Expelled from Kirkuk Following ISIS Attacks
Amnesty International reported that hundreds of Sunni Arabs were expelled from Kirkuk following clashes with ISIS, with their homes destroyed by local officials. The situation…
Syrian Democratic Forces Launch Operation to Retake Raqqa
The Syrian Democratic Forces have launched an operation named 'Euphrates Rage' to retake Raqqa, the ISIS capital, with U.S. air support. This operation coincides with…
Explosion Near Shia Imams' Shrine in Samarra; 10 Iranians Killed
A car explosion near the shrine of Shia Imams in Samarra, Iraq, killed 10 Iranian pilgrims and injured around 60 others, while a suicide bombing…
Iraqi Army Claims to Have Approached Mosul Airport
The Iraqi army has advanced closer to Mosul airport in its battle against ISIS, claiming control over key areas. This military operation is significant as…
Iraqi Forces Take Control of Six Areas in Eastern Mosul
Iraqi forces have successfully driven ISIS militants out of six areas in eastern Mosul, marking significant military progress. However, ongoing clashes and humanitarian concerns persist…
Iran Halts Electricity Exports to Turkey Due to $200 Million Debt
Iran has halted electricity exports to Turkey due to a $200 million debt owed by a Turkish company. Discussions are ongoing to recover the debt…
Continued Assault by Iraqi Army on ISIS in Urban Areas of Mosul
Iraqi special forces are intensifying their assault on ISIS in Mosul, marking a significant escalation in the battle for the city. Over one million residents…
US Military Official: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Losing Control Over ISIS Forces
The US-led coalition claims that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is losing control over his forces amid the ongoing battle for Mosul. An audio message…
Kurdish Women Fighters Battle ISIS with Guns and Songs
Kurdish women fighters in northern Iraq are actively battling ISIS, showcasing their resolve through singing and armed resistance. They are part of a larger unit…
Iraqi Forces Enter East Mosul; Street Fighting with ISIS Militants Begins
Iraqi forces have entered Mosul for the first time in two years, initiating street fighting with ISIS militants. The operation aims to cut off ISIS…
German Police Arrest Seven Afghan Refugees on Charges of Raping an Iranian Teenager
German police arrested seven Afghan refugees for allegedly raping a 17-year-old Iranian girl and filming the assault. This incident highlights the challenges and tensions within…
Turkish Foreign Minister to Iraq: If You Are Powerful, Why Did You Surrender Mosul to ISIS?
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu criticized Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, calling him weak for allowing ISIS to take Mosul and for the PKK's presence…
Audio Message Attributed to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Released Following Mosul Operations
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi released an audio message urging ISIS supporters in Mosul to resist Iraqi and coalition forces. He framed the Mosul liberation as a…
Obama's Concern Over Insufficient Support from African Americans for Hillary Clinton
Barack Obama expressed concern about the lack of unified support from African Americans for Hillary Clinton in the upcoming presidential election. He emphasized the importance…
Advancement in the Southern Front of Mosul; Iraqi Forces Halted in the Eastern Front
Iraqi military operations in eastern Mosul have been halted due to bad weather, while forces are making slow advances from the south. Hashd al-Shaabi has…
UNESCO: A Journalist is Killed Every Five Days Worldwide
UNESCO reports that a journalist is killed every five days globally, with significant casualties in conflict zones like Syria and Iraq. The report highlights the…
Haider al-Abadi Warns Turkey About Consequences of Military Intervention in Iraq
Haider al-Abadi, the Iraqi Prime Minister, has warned Turkey against military intervention in Iraq, stating it could lead to Turkey's disintegration. Iraq opposes Turkish forces'…
Iran's Defiance of Imposed Quotas Marks the End of OPEC?
Iran's refusal to accept imposed oil production quotas has led to a failed OPEC meeting, raising concerns about the organization's future. The dynamics of global…
Turkey Calls for Operations Against Raqqa After Mosul Liberation
Turkey's Deputy Prime Minister has called for military operations against Raqqa after the liberation of Mosul, emphasizing the strategic importance of acting against ISIS. This…