June 2016
Hezbollah Lebanon Cancels Quds Day Ceremony Due to Security Concerns
Hezbollah has canceled its Quds Day ceremony in southern Beirut due to heightened security concerns following recent suicide attacks in Lebanon. This is the first…
Lebanese Army Reports Foiling Two 'Terrorist' Attacks by ISIS
The Lebanese Army has thwarted two planned terrorist attacks by ISIS targeting a tourist site and a crowded area, following recent suicide bombings in a…
Attackers of Atatürk Airport Identified as 'Russian, Uzbek, and Kyrgyz'
Three suicide bombers who attacked Atatürk Airport, killing 43 people, have been identified as coming from Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. The Turkish government has pointed…
Brennan: Iran Must Take More Actions in the Fight Against Terrorism
John Brennan, CIA Director, stated that while Iran has taken some actions against ISIS, it needs to do more to combat terrorism. He emphasized that…
US-Supported Rebels Attack Key City Held by ISIS
US-backed rebels have captured an airbase from ISIS in Syria and are fighting for control of Al-Bukamal, a strategic city near the Iraqi border. This…
Coordinated Explosions in Yemen Leave 38 Dead
On Monday, coordinated explosions in Mukalla, Yemen, killed at least 38 people and injured 24, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility. The attacks highlight the…
Suicide Attacks in Lebanon Leave Several Dead
Three to four suicide attackers detonated themselves in a Lebanese village near the Syrian border, resulting in at least 6 deaths and 19 injuries. The…
The Theft of CIA-Sent Weapons for Syrian Rebels in Jordan
Weapons sent by the CIA and Saudi Arabia for Syrian rebels have been stolen in Jordan and sold on the black market, with some used…
End of the Liberation Operation of Fallujah by the Iraqi Army
Iraqi forces have successfully recaptured Fallujah from the 'Islamic State' militants after five weeks of intense fighting. This victory is seen as a crucial step…
Belgium Arrests Two in Connection with Potential Terrorist Attacks
Belgian police have arrested two men suspected of planning an attack on football fans in France. This comes amid heightened security concerns following previous terrorist…
ISIS Captures 900 Kurdish Civilians in Northern Syria
ISIS has captured 900 Kurdish civilians in northern Syria as a retaliatory measure against the Syrian Democratic Forces' operations to retake Manbij. This situation highlights…
Arrest of Three Suspects in Planning Attack on Sexual Minorities in Turkey
Three suspects, including a Turkish citizen and two Dagestani nationals, were arrested in Turkey for planning an attack on a rally for sexual minorities. The…
International Coalition: Only One Third of Fallujah Cleared of ISIS Presence
The international coalition led by the U.S. reports that only one third of Fallujah has been cleared of ISIS militants despite the Iraqi government's declaration…
Obama: Senate Failed the American People on Gun Control
President Obama and White House officials criticized the Senate for failing to pass gun control measures following the Orlando shooting. The Senate rejected four proposals…
ISIS Counterattack on Syrian Army Positions and US-Supported Forces
ISIS has launched a counterattack against US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces and the Syrian army, capturing areas around Manbij and Tabqa. This escalation highlights the ongoing…
Release of Orlando Shooter's Phone Conversation with Police
The FBI released recordings of Omar Mateen's phone conversations with police during the Orlando shooting, where he expressed loyalty to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi…
Ministry of Intelligence Reports Foiling of Several Bombing Operations in Iran
The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence announced the foiling of multiple bombing plots by Wahhabi Takfiri groups, leading to several arrests. This operation was linked to…
Destruction of a Terrorist Network Planning Suicide Attacks in Tehran
Iranian authorities announced the dismantling of a terrorist network planning suicide attacks in Tehran during Ramadan. The announcement was made by Ali Shamkhani, with support…
Alarm Bell of 'Veznecilir'; Questions Following the Suicide Attack in Istanbul
A recent suicide attack in Istanbul, carried out by a PKK-affiliated woman, has reignited discussions on the Kurdish issue in Turkey. The attack resulted in…
Iraqi Army Opens New Front Against ISIS in Southern Mosul
The Iraqi army has launched new operations against ISIS in southern Mosul following the liberation of Fallujah. Defense Minister Khalid al-Obeidi announced the aim to…
12 Arrested in Belgium on Suspicion of Planning Terrorist Attacks
Belgian police arrested 12 individuals suspected of planning terrorist attacks after conducting raids across the country, primarily in Brussels. No weapons or explosives were found…
UN: Islamic State has committed genocide against Yazidis
The UN has accused the Islamic State of committing genocide against Yazidis in Iraq and Syria, highlighting ongoing abductions and sexual slavery. The report is…
United Arab Emirates: The War in Yemen is Practically Over for Us
The UAE's Foreign Minister announced that their military involvement in the Yemen war has effectively ended, shifting focus to diplomatic efforts to support the Yemeni…
Obama: Trump's Statements About Muslims Do Not Reflect Our Democratic Ideals
Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump's proposal to ban Muslim immigrants following the Orlando shooting, arguing it does not reflect American democratic values. Paul Ryan also…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Attack on Police Chief in Paris
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack in Paris that resulted in the death of a police officer and his family. The…
Iraq: ISIS Members Hide Among Civilians Fleeing Fallujah
Iraqi police have arrested over 500 ISIS members hiding among civilians fleeing Fallujah, where thousands are trapped as the Iraqi army advances to reclaim the…
A French Police Commander Killed by a 'Loyalist to ISIS'
A police commander in France was killed by an assailant who pledged allegiance to ISIS, along with a woman, while a three-year-old boy was rescued…
Arrest of Armed Individual Heading to LGBTQ Parade in Los Angeles
James Wesley Howell, a 20-year-old from Indiana, was arrested in California while allegedly heading to the Los Angeles LGBTQ parade with weapons and bomb-making materials.…
50 Killed and 53 Injured in Florida Shooting
A mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, resulted in 50 deaths and 53 injuries, with the assailant, Omar S. Mateen, reportedly linked…
Two Suicide Bombings in Baghdad Leave at Least 25 Dead
Two suicide bombings in Baghdad resulted in at least 25 deaths and 70 injuries, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility. The attacks come amid ongoing…
Syrian Rebels Push ISIS Back from a 'Strategic Area'
Syrian rebels have successfully pushed ISIS forces back from strategic areas in northern Syria, cutting off a key supply route. This development highlights ongoing conflicts…
United Nations: Approximately 90,000 Civilians Trapped in Fallujah
The UN reports that around 90,000 civilians are trapped in Fallujah, Iraq, amid a siege by Iraqi forces fighting Islamic State militants. The humanitarian situation…
Death of Two Police Officers Following Car Explosion in Turkey
Two police officers were killed in a car explosion in southeastern Turkey, following a previous explosion in Istanbul that killed 11. The Turkish government blames…
UN: Reports of Abuse and Killing of Civilians Fleeing Fallujah
The UN reports serious human rights violations against civilians fleeing Fallujah, including abuse and potential executions by Iraqi security forces and militias. The situation is…
Arrest of 20 Foreign Nationals in Iran Attempting to Join ISIS
Iranian authorities have arrested 20 foreign nationals suspected of planning to join ISIS in East Azerbaijan. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about ISIS activities near…
Bomb Explosion in Central Istanbul Leaves 11 Dead
A bomb explosion in Istanbul targeted a police bus, killing 11 and injuring at least 36. The Turkish government blames armed Kurdish groups and ISIS…
United Nations: Battle in Manbij Displaces 200,000 Syrians
The UN reports that ongoing U.S.-backed military operations in Manbij are displacing thousands of Syrians, with a potential total of 216,000 displaced if the conflict…
Recapture of Southern Fallujah; Discovery of Mass Grave
Iraqi special forces have recaptured the southern outskirts of Fallujah from ISIS, facing challenges due to heavy resistance and civilian casualties. A mass grave containing…
Warning of a 'Humanitarian Catastrophe' in Fallujah
The UN warns of a potential humanitarian disaster in Fallujah as ISIS uses civilians as human shields during an Iraqi military operation to retake the…