May 2018
Another Kolbar Killed in Kurdistan
A shooting by security forces in Kurdistan resulted in the death of a Kolbar and injuries to several others. Kolbars are individuals who transport goods…
Gholamreza Hosseini, Former Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia, Passes Away
Gholamreza Hosseini, a significant figure in Iran's post-revolutionary history and former Friday prayer leader of Urmia, has died at the age of 96. He was…
Continued Lead of Muqtada al-Sadr's Supported List in Iraqi Elections
Initial results from Iraq's parliamentary elections show Muqtada al-Sadr's supported list in the lead, followed by Hadi al-Amiri's list. Despite low voter turnout, al-Abadi remains…
Counting of Iraqi Election Votes Continues: Muqtada al-Sadr's List Leads
The counting of votes in Iraq's parliamentary elections shows that Muqtada al-Sadr's list is leading, followed by the Iranian-backed militia list. This election is significant…
Preliminary Results of Iraq Elections Indicate 'Lead' for Haider al-Abadi's List
Preliminary results from Iraq's parliamentary elections show Haider al-Abadi's list leading, with Muqtada al-Sadr's list in second place. This election marks the first since the…
Iraq's First Election After the Declaration of 'ISIS Defeat' Held
Iraq held its first national elections since declaring victory over ISIS, with around 7,000 candidates vying for 329 parliamentary seats. The results are expected within…
Iraq Airstrike on ISIS Positions in Syrian Territory
Iraq's air force conducted airstrikes against ISIS positions in Syria, following orders from Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi to target ISIS commanders. This marks the second…
23 Civilians Killed in Airstrike on Village in Syria
An airstrike in Syria killed 23 civilians, reportedly targeting an ISIS stronghold. The U.S.-led coalition has resumed operations against ISIS, while the Syrian Democratic Forces…