August 2016
UN: The Number of Victims of the Yemen War Reaches Ten Thousand
The UN reports that the death toll from the Yemen civil war has surpassed ten thousand, nearly double previous estimates. Jamie McGoldrick, the UN humanitarian…
Russia Sends Olympic Medalists to Visit Military Base in Syria
A group of Russian Olympic athletes, including medalists, visited the Hmeimim airbase in Syria to support Russian soldiers and engage in tree planting. This visit…
Erdogan: Turkey's Operations in Syria Will Continue Until ISIS and YPG Threats are Neutralized
Turkish President Erdogan announced that military operations in Syria will persist until ISIS and YPG threats are neutralized, despite U.S. concerns over the conflict between…
Increase in Casualties in the Battle Between Turkish Army and Syrian Kurds
The Turkish army has intensified its military operations against Kurdish forces in Syria, resulting in significant civilian casualties and escalating tensions. The conflict involves the…
American Vessel Fired Warning Shots Towards Iranian Military Boat in the Persian Gulf
An Iranian military speedboat engaged in provocative actions against U.S. patrol vessels in the Persian Gulf, prompting the U.S. to fire warning shots. This incident…
Complete Capture of Hasakah by Syrian Kurds; Army and People's Defense Units Ceasefire
Syrian Kurdish forces have taken almost complete control of Hasakah after intense fighting with the Syrian army, leading to a ceasefire mediated by Russia. This…
Manbij Military Council Reports Turkish Attacks on Their Positions
The Manbij Military Council reports ongoing Turkish shelling of their positions, interpreting it as support for ISIS. This follows recent clashes with ISIS forces in…
Nojeh; A 'Strategic' Green Light to Foreign Boots
The Iranian government has allowed Russian military aircraft to operate from its territory for the first time since World War II, marking a significant shift…
Kurdish Sources: Manbij Liberated from Islamic State Control
The city of Manbij in northern Syria has been fully liberated from ISIS control by the Syrian Democratic Forces. This operation marks a significant victory…
Rouhani Meets Aliyev and Putin in Baku
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is visiting Azerbaijan for two days, where he is set to meet with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Russian President Vladimir…
Referendum in Thailand for Approval of Military-Drafted Constitution
A referendum in Thailand on a military-drafted constitution has shown majority support, despite opposition claims that it undermines democracy. The military government, which came to…
Latest Developments in Manbij: Interview with Military Council Spokesperson
The liberation operation in Manbij, Syria, is nearing completion, with the Manbij Military Council controlling 90% of the city. The strategic importance of Manbij lies…
Taliban Claims Responsibility for Truck Bombing in Kabul
A truck bomb exploded near a foreign contractor guesthouse in Kabul, with the Taliban claiming responsibility. The attack resulted in the deaths of three attackers…