July 2018
Armed Attack on a Midwifery Training Center in Jalalabad, Afghanistan
On August 6, militants attacked a midwifery training center in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, resulting in multiple explosions and gunfire. The Taliban and Islamic State have previously…
Continued Protests in Baghdad and Several Other Cities in Iraq
Protests against government corruption and poor public services have erupted in Baghdad and other Iraqi cities, resulting in at least 14 deaths over 19 days.…
Widespread ISIS Attacks in Southern Syria; Casualties Exceed 200
ISIS launched coordinated attacks in Suwayda province, resulting in over 200 deaths, including many civilians. The attacks mark one of the deadliest days in the…
Over 150 Killed in ISIS Attacks in Southern Syria
Over 150 people were killed in a series of ISIS attacks in southern Syria, marking one of the deadliest assaults in the region since the…
Dozens of Pakistani Voters Killed in Suicide Attack
A suicide bombing in Quetta, Pakistan, killed 31 people and injured 35 just as general elections began, targeting voters. The attack highlights the violent political…
Iraqi Kurdistan Security Forces Retake Erbil Governorate Building
Iraqi Kurdistan security forces retook the Erbil governorate building from armed attackers, believed to be affiliated with the Islamic State, who took hostages and engaged…
Protests in Iraq Leave One Dead
Protests in southern Iraq against service shortages have escalated, resulting in one death and several injuries. The unrest reflects widespread dissatisfaction with government inefficiency and…
Death Sentences for Eight Defendants of the Attack on Parliament and Khomeini's Tomb Sent for Execution
Eight defendants involved in the 2017 attacks on the Iranian Parliament and Khomeini's tomb have been sentenced to death, with their sentences sent for execution.…
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's Son Killed in Syria
The son of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was reportedly killed in Syria during clashes with Syrian and Russian forces. This event highlights the ongoing…
The Theft of 20 Cars Belonging to Iranian Parliament Members in the Past Year
In the past year, 20 cars belonging to Iranian parliament members have been stolen, raising security concerns. Mohammad Hassan-Najad, a member of parliament, emphasized the…