July 2016
First Military Agreement Between the United States and the Kurdistan Region
On July 12, 2016, the U.S. signed a military cooperation agreement with the Kurdistan Regional Government, committing $450 million to support Peshmerga forces against ISIS.…
9 Islamist Militants Killed in Clash with Bangladeshi Police
Nine Islamist militants were killed during a police raid on an extremist hideout in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The operation followed a series of violent attacks in…
The International Olympic Committee Considers Possible Ban on Russia from Rio 2016
The International Olympic Committee is considering banning Russia from the 2016 Rio Olympics following a report from the World Anti-Doping Agency that revealed widespread doping…
Egyptian Foreign Minister's Visit to Israel
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry visited Israel for the first time in nearly a decade, meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This visit is seen…
Has Bashar al-Assad's Daughter Become a Horse Riding Champion in Tehran?
Conflicting reports have emerged about whether Shahm al-Assad, daughter of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, participated in equestrian competitions in Tehran. While some officials claim she…
Middle East Quartet: Israel has destroyed hopes for a Palestinian state
The Middle East Quartet's report accuses Israel of destroying hopes for a Palestinian state through extensive settlement construction and calls for renewed peace efforts. The…