May 2016
ISIS Launches Severe Counterattack Against Iraqi Army in Fallujah
ISIS has launched a significant counterattack against the Iraqi Army in Fallujah, halting their operations. The UN warns that ISIS is using civilians as human…
Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Fallujah and Severe Shortages of Water and Food
The humanitarian crisis in Fallujah is worsening due to intensified attacks by Iraqi forces against ISIS, trapping nearly fifty thousand civilians without access to basic…
Iraqi Forces Enter Fallujah
The Iraqi army has launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS militants, with significant military support and reports of civilian casualties in Baghdad. The…
Hundreds of Migrants Have Disappeared in the Mediterranean Last Week
In the past week, over 700 migrants are believed to have drowned in the Mediterranean while attempting to reach Europe, with many coming from Somalia,…
U.S. Army: ISIS Commander Killed in Fallujah
The U.S. Army announced the death of ISIS commander Maher al-Bilawi during airstrikes in Fallujah, where at least 70 fighters were killed. Iraqi forces are…
ISIS's Use of Civilians as 'Human Shields' in Fallujah
Iraqi forces are advancing to liberate Fallujah from ISIS, with reports of militants using civilians as human shields. The UN has expressed concern over the…
Abadi Calls for Delay of Protests Until After the Liberation of Fallujah
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has called for a postponement of protests in Baghdad until the completion of the Fallujah liberation operation from ISIS control.…
Italy Rescues Dozens of Refugees from Mediterranean Waters for Two Consecutive Days
Italy has rescued dozens of refugees from the Mediterranean after a boat capsized, with the Libyan coast guard also recovering bodies and conducting rescue operations.…
Iraqi Officials: We Have Removed Part of the Outskirts of Fallujah from ISIS Control
Iraqi forces have begun operations to retake Fallujah from ISIS, reporting some success in reclaiming agricultural areas. The operation involves various military groups and is…
Iraqi Forces Begin Operation to Retake Fallujah from ISIS
Iraqi forces have launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS, which has controlled the city for over two years. The operation involves various military…
ISIS Kills 25 People by 'Dissolving in Acid'
ISIS has executed 25 individuals accused of spying for the Iraqi government by dissolving them in nitric acid, highlighting the group's brutality amidst ongoing military…
Senior US General Undertakes Secret Visit to Syria
General Joseph Votel of the US military made a secret visit to Syria to assess the situation and meet with American advisors and local opposition…
Dozens Injured in Supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr's Demonstration in Baghdad's Green Zone
Hundreds of supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr clashed with Iraqi security forces in Baghdad's Green Zone, leading to dozens of injuries and at least one reported…
Multiple Suicide Attacks in Baghdad Leave at Least 70 Dead
Multiple suicide attacks in Baghdad have resulted in at least 70 deaths, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility for some of the violence. The attacks…
ISIS Suicide Attack on Baghdad Gas Refinery
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas refinery in Taji, north of Baghdad, resulted in at least 11 deaths and 21 injuries. The attack…
Belgium Joins Coalition Against ISIS in Syria
Belgium has announced its participation in U.S.-led airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, expanding its military efforts beyond Iraq. This decision reflects a collaborative approach with…
General Wolski: ISIS is Just Buying Time in Iraq
General Gary Wolski of the U.S. military reports that ISIS is losing ground in Iraq, with its ability to conduct large-scale attacks significantly diminished. This…
At least 50 killed in a bomb explosion in Baghdad
A car bomb explosion in Baghdad's Shiite-majority Sadr City killed at least 50 people and injured over 60, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attack highlights…
Misbahi-Moghadam: Ahmadinejad Gave a Report to the Leader Indicating We Have Reached the End of the Line
Gholamreza Misbahi Moghadam revealed that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reported to Iran's Leader that the country had reached a critical point regarding nuclear negotiations, suggesting the need…
US: A Senior ISIS Commander Killed in Airstrike in Iraq
A senior ISIS commander, Abu Wahib, was killed in a US airstrike in Iraq, which is expected to diminish ISIS's operational capabilities in western Iraq.…
Re-sending of the Case of Mohammad Ali Taheri to the Supreme Court on Charges of Corruption on Earth
Mohammad Ali Taheri's case has been re-sent to the Supreme Court on charges of corruption on earth after his death sentence was annulled. His sister…
Erdogan to the European Union: You go your way and we will go ours
Turkish President Erdogan rejected the EU's demand to change anti-terrorism laws for visa-free travel for Turkish citizens. He emphasized Turkey's independence in policy-making while calling…
Turkey's Ruling Party to Determine Davutoglu's Successor
The ruling AKP in Turkey is set to determine a successor to Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu amid reported tensions between him and President Erdogan. This…
Davutoğlu: Turkey Likely to Send Ground Troops to Syria for Self-Defense
Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu announced the country's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat ISIS, following rocket attacks on Turkish territory. President…
Iran Calls for Inclusion of Two Syrian Groups in UN Terrorist List
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister has urged Russia to help include two Syrian militant groups, Ahrar al-Sham and Jaish al-Islam, in the UN's terrorist list, emphasizing…
American Officials: ISIS Has Directly Killed Our Soldier in Iraq
A U.S. Navy SEAL soldier, Charlie Keating IV, was killed in a direct attack by ISIS forces in Iraq, marking the third U.S. military casualty…
Car Bomb Explosion in Baghdad Kills 13 Shia Pilgrims
A car bomb in Baghdad killed 13 Shia pilgrims during a religious ceremony, with ISIS claiming responsibility despite Iraqi officials disputing this. The attack comes…
Uncertain Reform Process in Iraq and New Challenges for Iran
Protests in Iraq's Green Zone have led to increased security concerns, particularly with the influx of Shia pilgrims. A suicide bombing has exacerbated the situation,…
Janes: Increase in Islamic State Attacks in Response to Pressures
The Islamic State has increased its attacks in Iraq and Syria as it loses territory, resulting in a significant rise in casualties. Analysts suggest that…
Jean Khakzad's Interview with Hassan Hashemian on the Protests in Baghdad
The Prime Minister of Iraq has announced reforms in response to extensive protests in Baghdad. This situation involves the Iraqi government and the citizens protesting…