February 2015
Famous Bangladeshi-American Blogger Stabbed to Death
Avijit Roy, a Bangladeshi-American blogger known for his criticism of religious extremism, was murdered in Dhaka while walking with his wife, who was also injured.…
Analytical Look at the 'Prophet Muhammad' Military Exercise
The IRGC launched its annual military exercise 'Prophet Muhammad 9' in the Strait of Hormuz, showcasing its military capabilities by destroying a model of an…
Islamic State Militants Destroy Ancient Artifacts in Mosul
Islamic State militants have destroyed ancient artifacts in Mosul, claiming they are symbols of idolatry. UNESCO's head has called for an emergency UN Security Council…
Islamic State Group Takes 90 Assyrian Christians Hostage in Syria
The Islamic State group has kidnapped 90 Assyrian Christians in Syria amid ongoing military operations against them by Kurdish forces. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Islamic State Group Abducts Dozens of Syrian Christians
The Islamic State group has abducted dozens of Assyrian Christians in northeastern Syria, with reports indicating between 70 to 90 individuals taken. This incident follows…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Attack on Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Libya
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a bombing outside the Iranian ambassador's residence in Tripoli, Libya, which occurred shortly after a deadly suicide attack…
Explosion in Front of Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Libya
An explosion occurred at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Tripoli, Libya, with no injuries reported. The incident is believed to be a terrorist act, and…
Death toll from car bombings in Libya rises to 40
A series of car bombings in Quba, Libya, carried out by militants linked to the Islamic State, has resulted in 40 deaths, including six Egyptian…
US: Iraqi Army and Kurds to Begin Mosul Liberation Operations in Spring
The US military expects the Iraqi army and Kurdish Peshmerga to launch a major operation to liberate Mosul from the Islamic State in April or…
"Free Them"; A Campaign for the Release of Political and Ideological Prisoners in Iran
The International Human Rights Campaign has initiated a campaign named "Free Them" to advocate for the release of political prisoners in Iran, criticizing the unjust…
Establishment of an International Center for Civil Activities Support in Prague
An international center named the 'Prague Civil Society Center' is being established to support civil activities in former Soviet states facing government pressure. It aims…
Obama: Our War is with Those Who Distort Islam
President Obama clarified that the U.S. is not at war with Islam but with those who distort it, particularly groups like Al-Qaeda and ISIS. He…
Jamshid Akrami: 'Taxi' is a Film About Censorship
Jafar Panahi's film 'Taxi' won the Golden Bear at the 2015 Berlin International Film Festival despite his absence due to political restrictions. Film critic Jamshid…
Elderly Man and the Penguins
The Phillip Island Nature Park in Australia is using handmade woolen vests to protect local penguins from oil spills. The initiative involves a 109-year-old man…
Egyptian Air Force Bombs Islamic State Positions in Libya
The Egyptian Air Force conducted airstrikes against Islamic State positions in Libya in retaliation for the beheading of 21 Egyptian Christians. This incident has sparked…
Islamic State Captures the City of Al-Baghdadi in Western Iraq
The Islamic State has captured the city of Al-Baghdadi in Iraq, near a U.S. military base, marking a significant success for the group. Despite U.S.…
Islamic State Forces Capture City in Western Iraq
ISIS has captured over 90% of Al-Baghdadi in western Iraq, advancing towards a U.S.-backed airbase. This escalation highlights the ongoing threat of ISIS in the…
Bashar al-Assad: We Are Informed of Coalition Airstrikes in Syria
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad stated that his government is informed of US-led coalition airstrikes against the Islamic State, claiming these attacks could help his regime…
Jordan Air Force Commander: We Have Reduced 20% of Islamic State's Capabilities
Jordanian Air Force strikes have reportedly reduced Islamic State's capabilities by 20% following the release of a video depicting the execution of a Jordanian pilot.…
A Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Killed Near Samarra
Seyyed Reza Hosseini-Moghadam, a commander of the IRGC, was killed near Samarra, Iraq, during operations against ISIS. His death highlights ongoing tensions and violence in…
Rouhani Calls for Establishing 'Three to Four Principles' for Book Censorship
President Hassan Rouhani has proposed establishing a limited set of principles for book censorship in Iran, emphasizing the need for oversight to be gradually handed…
Reactions to the Screening of 'Taxi' in Berlin
The Berlin Film Festival showcased the Iranian film 'Taxi,' which has received critical acclaim, while Iranian officials expressed dissatisfaction with its screening. The festival's reception…
United Arab Emirates Returns to Air Operations Against ISIS
The UAE is resuming air operations against ISIS by sending F-16 jets to Jordan after previously halting its participation due to a hostage crisis. This…
End of Curfew Regulations in Baghdad After Years
The Iraqi government has lifted a decade-long nighttime curfew in Baghdad to restore normalcy, despite a day marred by deadly explosions. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Multiple Bomb Explosions in Baghdad Leave at Least 40 Dead
Multiple bomb explosions in Baghdad on February 6 killed at least 40 people, including a significant suicide bombing in a crowded market. The Islamic State…
From Child Trafficking to Burning Hostages; Where is Extremism Heading?
The article discusses the escalating violence perpetrated by the Islamic State, including horrific acts such as child trafficking and hostage burning. Analysts are concerned about…
Obama: Islamic State Group Pursues 'Brutal' Actions in the Name of Religion
Obama condemned the Islamic State for using religion to justify brutal actions during the National Prayer Breakfast, referencing recent violent attacks in France and Pakistan.…
Jordan's King: We Will Respond Strongly to ISIS Actions
King Abdullah II of Jordan vowed a strong response to the Islamic State's execution of pilot Muath al-Kasasbeh, emphasizing that his blood will not be…
Jordan Executes Two Al-Qaeda Members
Jordan executed two Al-Qaeda members in response to the murder of a Jordanian pilot by ISIS. The executed individual, Sajida al-Rishawi, was previously considered for…
Iranian Women Among Those Arrested in a Nightclub in Malaysia
Malaysian police arrested several foreign women, including Iranians, in a nightclub suspected of sexual exploitation. The operation involved over 60 officers and revealed issues of…
The Security Council Condemns the Murder of Japanese Journalist
The UN Security Council condemned the murder of Japanese journalist Kenji Goto by ISIS, highlighting the dangers journalists face in conflict zones. The incident has…
Another Commander of Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga Killed
Brigadier General Hossein Mansour, a senior commander of the Kurdish Peshmerga forces, was killed in clashes with Islamic State militants in Iraq, marking the second…