December 2014
Iraqi Army Recaptures Main Parts of 'Duluya' from ISIS
The Iraqi army and allied militias have recaptured key areas of Duluya from ISIS, breaking the group's siege. This operation marks a significant setback for…
Syria in 2014: Choosing Between Bad and Worse
The article discusses the Syrian civil war's evolution from 2011 to 2014, highlighting the Assad regime's violent suppression of dissent, the emergence of ISIS, and…
ISIS: Our Forces Killed the Commander of the Revolutionary Guards
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the killing of Hamid Taghavi, a commander of the IRGC, in Samarra, Iraq. This incident highlights the ongoing…
ISIS Executed Nearly 2,000 People in Syria Over Six Months
The Islamic State executed 1,878 people in Syria over the last six months, primarily targeting civilians, including members of the Shaitat tribe. This report highlights…
Call for Global Efforts to Save Syria's Historical Heritage
The UN has called for global efforts to protect Syria's historical heritage, which has been severely damaged during the ongoing war. The report highlights the…
52 Civilians Killed in Syrian Army Airstrikes
Airstrikes by the Syrian army targeting ISIS have resulted in the deaths of 52 civilians, including children, raising concerns from the UN and human rights…
ISIS Positions in Iraq and Syria Targeted by Airstrikes 39 Times
The U.S.-led coalition conducted 39 airstrikes against ISIS positions in Syria and Iraq, significantly impacting the group's military capabilities. The strikes included the targeting of…
Jordan Also Rejects Islamic State's Claim of Downing Fighter Jet
The Jordanian army has denied claims by the Islamic State that it shot down a Jordanian F-16 fighter jet. The U.S. Central Command also confirmed…
Pope Condemns Ruthless Persecution of Religious Minorities Worldwide
Pope Francis condemned the violence against religious minorities and children in his Christmas message, highlighting the suffering of Christians in Iraq and Syria. He called…
Christmas in the Holy Lands
Christmas celebrations are occurring in Bethlehem and Nazareth, attracting thousands of pilgrims despite the ongoing conflict and hardships in the region. The ceremonies highlight the…
USA: The Jordanian Plane Was Not Shot Down by ISIS
The U.S. Central Command refuted claims by ISIS that they shot down a Jordanian F-16 and captured its pilot. Jordan confirmed the incident, but the…
1046 ISIS Members Killed in Coalition Airstrikes in Syria
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that over 1100 people, mainly ISIS members, have been killed in US-led coalition airstrikes in Syria. Additionally, significant…
Committee to Protect Journalists: At Least 60 Journalists Were Killed in 2014
The Committee to Protect Journalists reported that at least 60 journalists were killed globally in 2014, with a notable number being international journalists. The report…
Shamkhani: Iran is Not Seeking to Re-establish Relations with Washington
Ali Shamkhani, Iran's national security chief, stated that Iran does not seek to re-establish relations with the U.S. even if a nuclear deal is reached.…
Yazidi Teenage Girls: "Victims of ISIS Sexual Slavery"
Amnesty International's report reveals that Yazidi girls in Iraq have been victims of sexual slavery by ISIS, with many being underage and some committing suicide…
Lone Wolves: Personality Crisis or Extremism?
A man with a long history of severe mental illness attacked pedestrians in Dijon, France, while another man assaulted police officers in Joué-lès-Tours. Analysts are…
Wall Street Journal: The 2012 Bombing Was the Work of Bashar al-Assad
The Wall Street Journal claims that Bashar al-Assad orchestrated a 2012 bombing that killed key military and intelligence officials in Syria, contradicting previous narratives that…
Commander of the Military Wing of Hezbollah Iraq Killed
Wathiq al-Battat, the commander of Hezbollah Iraq's military wing, was killed in Diyala province, with conflicting reports about the circumstances of his death involving ISIS.…
ISIS Executes 100 Foreign Members Attempting to Flee Raqqa
ISIS executed 100 foreign fighters in Raqqa who attempted to escape, highlighting the group's tightening grip amid increasing casualties from U.S. airstrikes. This incident reflects…
Advancement of Kurdish Peshmerga Forces in Iraq Marks a 'Strategic Victory'
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga forces have made significant advances in Sinjar, aided by U.S. air support, leading to the liberation of the area from ISIS control.…
Man in France Attacks Pedestrians with Car Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'
A man in Dijon, France, attacked pedestrians with a car while shouting 'Allahu Akbar', injuring 11 people. This incident follows another attack in which a…
Attack by assailant shouting Allahu Akbar injures three police officers in France
A 20-year-old man attacked three police officers in France while shouting Allahu Akbar, injuring them before being shot dead by police. The assailant was identified…
Heavy Clashes Between Peshmerga and ISIS in Sinjar City
Heavy clashes occurred between Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga forces and ISIS in Sinjar city as Peshmerga broke the siege of Mount Sinjar and provided aid to…
Iran: We Informed Australia About the Hostage-Taker's Psychological Conditions
An Iranian refugee, Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, took hostages in a Sydney café and was killed during a police raid. The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the…
Hostage Situation in Sydney Continues
An armed individual has taken hostages in a Sydney café, with conflicting reports on the number of hostages involved. The situation has raised concerns about…
ISIS Intensifies Attacks to Capture Samarra
ISIS has intensified its attacks to capture Samarra, a significant Shia holy city, leading to warnings from Ayatollah Sistani and calls for stronger military action…
Iraq: 17 Million Shia Pilgrims Enter Karbala for Arbaeen Ceremony
Iraq has seen a record 17.5 million Shia pilgrims enter Karbala for the Arbaeen ceremony, with significant participation from Iranian nationals. This year's event is…
Muslim Jihadists Killed Over Five Thousand People in One Month
A study reveals that jihadist groups killed over 5,000 people worldwide in November, primarily civilians and Muslims. The Islamic State and Boko Haram are the…
ISIS in Some Areas of Iraq is in a 'Defensive Position'
General James Terry announced that ISIS is losing ground in Iraq and is in a defensive position, while the U.S. and coalition forces are increasing…
Ashton Carter Nominated as U.S. Secretary of Defense
President Obama has nominated Ashton Carter as the new Secretary of Defense, succeeding Chuck Hagel. Carter, currently the Deputy Secretary of Defense, is expected to…
Bashar al-Assad: The War in Syria Will Be Long and Difficult
Bashar al-Assad stated in a recent interview that the Syrian conflict will be long and difficult, asserting that the Syrian army will defeat the rebels…
Arrest of 'Wife and Son' of ISIS Leader in Lebanon
Lebanese authorities have arrested the wife and son of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who are currently being interrogated. This arrest occurs amid ongoing negotiations…