May 2015
Turkey's Game with the 'Islamic State' Card
The article discusses allegations that Turkey is lax in controlling jihadist travelers heading to Syria to join ISIS, with opposition figures claiming Erdoğan's government supports…
ISIS Branch in Saudi Arabia Calls for Ethnic Cleansing of Shiites from the Country
The ISIS branch in Saudi Arabia has called for the ethnic cleansing of Shiites, urging Saudi youth to join their cause. This follows recent attacks…
Iraq: Discovery of Hundreds of Bodies Linked to the Spiker Base Massacre by ISIS
The Iraqi government has discovered 470 bodies believed to be from the Spiker Base massacre carried out by ISIS last year near Tikrit. The total…
Senior UN Official: We Are Only Witnessing the Deepening Despair in Syria
Valerie Amos, the head of UN humanitarian affairs, addressed the Security Council about the worsening humanitarian crisis in Syria, highlighting the suffering of millions, including…
Leader of Al-Qaeda Branch in Syria: Our Aim is to Conquer Damascus
Abu Muhammad al-Julani, leader of Jabhat al-Nusra, declared the group's ongoing focus on capturing Damascus and overthrowing Bashar al-Assad's regime in a recent interview. He…
Iraqi Shiite Militias Take Over Operations in Anbar Province
Iraqi Shiite militias have taken charge of military operations in Anbar Province to expel the 'Islamic State' following a significant defeat for the Iraqi government…
The Rare Bird 'Northern Bald Ibis' is Not Safe from ISIS
The rare Northern Bald Ibis faces extinction as ISIS captures Palmyra, raising concerns for both the bird and local civilians. The disappearance of the female…
Islamic State has killed '400 people' including women and children in Palmyra
The Islamic State group has reportedly killed over 400 people, including women and children, in Palmyra since capturing the city. This event raises concerns about…
Islamic State Strengthens Control at Iraq-Syria Border
The Islamic State has strengthened its control over a border area between Iraq and Syria by capturing a key border post, enabling access to major…
Counteroffensive by Shia Militias and Iraqi Army to Retake Ramadi
Shia militias and the Iraqi army have launched a counteroffensive to retake Ramadi from ISIS, which has recently intensified its attacks and captured key areas.…
UN Security Council's 'Deep Concern' Over Civilian Situation in Palmyra
The UN Security Council has expressed deep concern for thousands of civilians trapped in Palmyra, Syria, now under the control of the Islamic State. The…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Attack on Shia Mosque in Saudi Arabia
ISIS has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Qatif, Saudi Arabia, resulting in at least 21 deaths and 90 injuries.…
Obama: There is no sign of Arab countries' intent to compete with Iran in nuclear capabilities
In a recent interview, President Obama stated that there are no signs of Arab countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, intending to develop their own nuclear programs…
Islamic State Group Has Captured 'Half of Syrian Territory'
The Islamic State group has captured Palmyra, controlling half of Syrian territory and displacing over 100,000 refugees. This situation highlights the ongoing instability in Syria…
Islamic State Group Takes Control of Palmyra, Syria
The Islamic State group has captured the historic city of Palmyra in Syria following the retreat of government forces, raising concerns about the destruction of…
Canada Arrests 10 Young People on Suspicion of Attempting to Join ISIS
Canadian police arrested 10 young individuals at Montreal airport on suspicion of trying to join ISIS. The arrests reflect ongoing concerns about radicalization and the…
Iraqi Army Leaves U.S.-Provided Equipment Behind in Ramadi
The Iraqi Army abandoned significant U.S.-provided military equipment in Ramadi as they retreated from the city, which has now fallen to Islamic State forces. This…
Iraqi Forces Repel Islamic State Attack on City West of Baghdad
Iraqi forces, supported by Sunni tribes, successfully repelled an Islamic State attack on Khalidiya after the group captured Ramadi. The Iraqi government plans to arm…
House-to-House Search by Islamic State Militants in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have captured Ramadi and are conducting house-to-house searches for Iraqi forces, resulting in significant casualties. The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts…
US: We Will Help Iraq Retake Ramadi
The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts to retake Ramadi from ISIS, emphasizing that Iraqi forces must take responsibility for their own defense. While airstrikes…
Shia Militias Head to Ramadi for Battle
Shia militias are mobilizing to assist the Iraqi army in retaking Ramadi from ISIS, despite previous hesitations from Iraqi leadership and the U.S. to involve…
Iraqi Officials: Islamic State Captures Command Center in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have reportedly captured the operational command center in Ramadi, Iraq, amidst fierce battles that have resulted in at least 500 deaths. Iraqi…
Hassan Nasrallah Announces Hezbollah's 'Victory' in Area of Syria
Hassan Nasrallah announced Hezbollah's military success in driving Sunni armed groups from a strategic area in Syria, reporting casualties among his forces and the Syrian…
White House: One of ISIS Leaders Killed in U.S. Operations in Syria
U.S. special forces killed Abu Sayyaf, a senior ISIS leader, in an operation in eastern Syria, while capturing his wife. The operation was ordered by…
Government Buildings in Ramadi Captured by Islamic State Group
The Islamic State group has captured the Anbar provincial governor's building in Ramadi, marking a significant defeat for the Iraqi government led by Prime Minister…
New Message from Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: The End of Saudi Rulers is Near
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of ISIS, has released an audio message declaring the imminent downfall of Saudi rulers, claiming they have lost their legitimacy.…
Obama: We Stand with Our Gulf Allies Against Foreign Attacks
President Obama reaffirmed U.S. support for Gulf allies against foreign threats during a meeting at Camp David, emphasizing that security cooperation is not aimed at…
Masoud Barzani Meets with the President of the United States
Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, met with U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden at the White House. They…
White House: It's Too Early to Link Texas Attack to ISIS
The White House has stated it is premature to link the recent Texas shooting to ISIS, despite the group claiming responsibility. The attackers, Elton Simpson…
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Texas Attack
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for an attack in Texas targeting an exhibition of Prophet Muhammad's paintings, marking the first offensive action by its…
The U.S. is investigating the report of '52 Syrian civilians killed in airstrikes'
The U.S. military is investigating a report by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights claiming that airstrikes by the U.S.-led coalition killed 52 civilians, including…
Islamic State Has Killed 300 Yazidi Captives
Yazidi activists report that the Islamic State has executed 300 Yazidi captives in northern Iraq, raising concerns about the ongoing persecution of this minority. The…