February 2016
ISIS Suicide Attacks in Baghdad Leave 70 Dead
Two suicide attacks in Baghdad claimed by ISIS resulted in 70 deaths and over 100 injuries, marking the deadliest attacks in recent weeks. The assaults…
Syrian Government Army Recaptures Khanasir Town in Aleppo Province
The Syrian government army has recaptured Khanasir town from ISIS militants with Russian air support, reopening access to Aleppo. Despite this victory, fighting continues as…
Over 140 Killed in Syria Explosions
A series of explosions in Syria have killed over 140 people, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility. The attacks occurred in predominantly Shia areas and…
Attacks in Zainabiyah, Damascus Leave 68 Dead and Dozens Injured
Multiple bomb attacks in Zainabiyah, Damascus, resulted in 68 deaths, including students, with ISIS claiming responsibility. This follows earlier attacks in Homs that killed at…
Michigan Shooter Arrested
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Michigan after a shooting spree that left at least seven people dead. The incident reflects ongoing issues with gun…
Syrian Democratic Forces Push ISIS Out of Al-Shaddadi
The Syrian Democratic Forces have successfully captured Al-Shaddadi from ISIS, potentially disrupting their access to Raqqa. This coalition, supported by the U.S., includes Kurdish and…
Possibility of Death of the Perpetrator of Terrorist Attacks in Tunisia in Libya
American airstrikes targeted an Islamic State camp in Libya, where Nourredine Chouchane, a key figure in recent terrorist attacks in Tunisia, was believed to be…
A Western Diplomat: ISIS Used Mustard Gas in Iraq
A Western diplomat has reported that ISIS used mustard gas against Kurdish forces in Iraq, marking the first instance of chemical weapon use in the…
Assad: Ceasefire in a Week? No One Can Do It
Syrian President Bashar Assad has expressed skepticism about the feasibility of a ceasefire in Syria within a week, stating that no one can meet the…
Putin and Obama Agree to Collaborate on Implementing Munich Agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Barack Obama agreed to enhance cooperation to implement the Munich Agreement on Syria, which includes establishing a ceasefire…
CIA: Islamic State Group Has Used Chemical Weapons
CIA Director John Brennan has stated that ISIS has used chemical weapons and has the capability to produce small amounts of chlorine and mustard gas.…
Iraqi Prime Minister: Kurdistan Region Should Not Hold Independence Referendum
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has urged the Kurdistan Region not to hold an independence referendum, arguing it would not benefit either party amid ongoing…
Several Turkish Soldiers and Police Killed by Kurdish Militants
A Turkish soldier was killed and another injured in clashes with Kurdish militants near the Syrian border. The incident follows Turkey's condemnation of the U.S.…
Clapper: Iran Still Tops List of State Sponsors of Terrorism
James Clapper, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, stated that Iran remains the top state sponsor of terrorism, while also warning of increased terrorist threats…
Eastern Ramadi Completely Retaken from the 'Islamic State'
Iraqi forces have successfully retaken eastern Ramadi from ISIS, reopening key routes to Baghdad and boosting military morale. This operation involved various military units and…
Trump: I Will Reinstate 'Waterboarding' to Combat ISIS
Donald Trump has announced his intention to reinstate waterboarding as a method of torture to combat ISIS if elected president. This statement has raised concerns…
Twitter Blocks Tens of Thousands of 'Terrorism Promoting' Accounts
Twitter has blocked over 125,000 accounts promoting terrorism, primarily linked to the Islamic State. This action reflects Twitter's ongoing efforts to combat online violence and…
US Welcomes Saudi Arabia's Readiness to Deploy Ground Forces to Syria
The US has welcomed Saudi Arabia's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat the Islamic State, contingent on coalition approval. This development comes…
Construction of Wall and Moat Around Baghdad 'To Prevent Entry of Militants'
The Iraqi government has started building a wall and moat around Baghdad to prevent militant entry and reduce checkpoints. This construction comes amid ongoing violence…
91,000 Refugees Enter Germany in One Month
Germany has seen a significant influx of refugees, with over 91,000 entering in January 2016, primarily from Syria. This situation is straining the German government's…
Britain: Russia is Creating a Small Alawite State for Assad in Syria
British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond accused Russia of bombing Syrian opposition forces instead of ISIS to establish a small Alawite state for Assad. Russia denies…