July 2016
Iraqi Defense Minister: ISIS Leaders Have Left Mosul for Syria
Iraqi Defense Minister Khalid al-Obeidi announced that ISIS leaders are fleeing Mosul for Syria due to internal disputes and the impending military operation to reclaim…
US Investigation into Civilian Deaths in Airstrike in Northern Syria
The US military has begun an investigation into civilian deaths from a July 20 airstrike in northern Syria attributed to the US-led coalition. The Syrian…
First Military Agreement Between the United States and the Kurdistan Region
On July 12, 2016, the U.S. signed a military cooperation agreement with the Kurdistan Regional Government, committing $450 million to support Peshmerga forces against ISIS.…
The Sky Giant Turns 100
Boeing celebrates its 100th anniversary, reflecting on its evolution from wooden aircraft to advanced aerospace technology. The company has played a crucial role in both…
Suicide Attack in Shia-Dominated Kadhimayn Neighborhood of Baghdad
A suicide bombing in the Kadhimayn neighborhood of Baghdad killed at least 12 and injured 22, amidst a surge of attacks against Shia communities in…
Iraqi Defense Minister: We Must Prepare to Assist Two Million People in Mosul
The Iraqi Defense Minister warns that two million residents of Mosul may flee during the upcoming military operation against ISIS. He emphasizes the need for…
Arrest of 10 Individuals in Brazil on Suspicion of Planning Attack on Olympic Games
Brazil has arrested 10 individuals suspected of planning terrorist attacks during the upcoming Olympic Games, with links to ISIS. This raises significant security concerns as…
Three Police Officers Killed in Louisiana; Shooter's Identity Revealed
Gavin Long, a former U.S. Marine, killed three police officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on his birthday. The attack has intensified ongoing protests against police…
French President: A Group May Be Behind the Nice Attack
A terrorist attack in Nice, France, resulted in 84 deaths and over 200 injuries, with a Tunisian man identified as the attacker. The incident has…
General Votel: The U.S. May Need More Military Forces in Iraq
General Joseph Votel announced that the U.S. may need to increase its military presence in Iraq to support ongoing operations against ISIS. The U.S. is…
Truck Attack on France's National Celebration Leaves 84 Dead
A truck driver attacked a crowd in Nice, France, during Bastille Day celebrations, resulting in 84 deaths and numerous injuries. The driver, who was shot…
Carter: 560 American Soldiers to be Deployed to Iraq's Qayyarah Airbase
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter announced the deployment of 560 American troops to Iraq's Qayyarah Airbase to assist in its reconstruction and support Iraqi…
Removal of Three Senior Security Officials in Baghdad Following Recent Explosions
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has dismissed three senior security officials in Baghdad following a series of deadly suicide bombings that killed around 300 people.…
Dozens Killed in ISIS Attacks on a Sacred Shiite Site in Iraq
A series of attacks by ISIS militants on a Shiite shrine in Balad, Iraq, has resulted in at least 35 deaths and numerous injuries, occurring…
Death toll from 'deadliest' suicide bombing since Saddam's fall in Baghdad reaches 292
A suicide bombing in Baghdad has resulted in 292 deaths, marking the deadliest attack since the fall of Saddam Hussein. The Islamic State group claimed…
Tony Blair: I Accept Full Responsibility for Iraq War Mistakes
Tony Blair has publicly accepted full responsibility for the mistakes made during the Iraq War following the release of the Chilcot report, which criticized the…
Increase in Casualties from Karada Explosion; 'The Explosive Vehicle Came from Diyala'
The death toll from a recent terrorist attack in Karada, Iraq, has risen to 250, prompting the resignation of the Iraqi Minister of Interior, who…
A Death That Is Hard to Believe
Abbas Kiarostami, a pivotal figure in Iranian cinema, passed away on July 5, 2016, marking a significant loss for both Iranian and global cinema. His…
Missile Attack on Liberty Camp Leaves 'Over 40 Injured'
Liberty Camp near Baghdad was hit by missile attacks, injuring over 40 people, according to MEK sources. The attacks are believed to be linked to…
Iraqi Anger Over Security Failures; Death Toll from Baghdad Attacks Rises to 213
Iraqi citizens are expressing outrage over the government's failure to secure the city following a devastating suicide bombing that killed at least 213 people. Prime…
Death of the Attacker in a Suicide Attack Near the US Consulate in Jeddah
A suicide attack occurred near the US consulate in Jeddah, resulting in the death of the attacker and injuries to two diplomatic police officers. The…
White House: Baghdad Attacks Strengthen Our Resolve to Support Iraq
The White House has reaffirmed its commitment to support Iraqi security forces following a deadly suicide bombing in Baghdad that killed at least 125 people.…
The Death Toll from the Explosion in Baghdad's Karrada Area Rises to 115
A suicide bombing in Baghdad's Karrada area has killed 115 people and injured 187, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attack targeted Shiite civilians during a…
Dozens Killed and Wounded in Baghdad Suicide Attacks
On July 4, multiple suicide bombings in Baghdad resulted in at least 83 deaths and 176 injuries, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility. The attacks…
Who is Fueling the Trend Towards ISIS in Kosovo?
A 19-year-old from Kosovo, who previously joined ISIS, reveals the radicalization process in his country, highlighting the role of Islamic charities funded by Gulf states.…
ISIS Convoys in Fallujah Targeted; 'Hundreds' Killed
U.S.-led coalition airstrikes have targeted ISIS convoys in Iraq, resulting in the destruction of hundreds of vehicles and the deaths of hundreds of militants. The…