April 2017
Erdogan Threatens New Attacks Against Kurdish Forces in Syria and Iraq
Turkey's President Erdogan has threatened new military actions against Kurdish forces in Syria and Iraq, urging the U.S. to cease its support for these groups.…
Iraqi Shiite Militias Capture Ancient City of Hatra Near Mosul
Iraqi Shiite militias have claimed to capture the ancient city of Hatra, a UNESCO heritage site, located southwest of Mosul. This city has historical significance…
Fiat Chrysler and Google's Driverless Cars for Public Transport Service
Fiat Chrysler and Google are launching a public transport service using driverless minivans in Phoenix, Arizona, after successful trials in three states. This initiative aims…
Asma Jahangir: The Accusations Against Me Are Another Sign of the Climate of Fear in Iran
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, condemned a defamatory report by the Islamic Republic's news agency that accused her of…
U.S. Army: One of the Aides to the Leader of the Islamic State Group in Syria Killed
A U.S. military operation in Syria resulted in the death of Abdul Rahman Uzbeki, an aide to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who was involved…
Trump: Paris Attack Helps Le Pen's Position in French Presidential Election
Donald Trump commented that the recent shooting in Paris will bolster Marine Le Pen's position in the upcoming French presidential election. The attack, claimed by…
Why Did Westinghouse Go Bankrupt?
Westinghouse, a historic American engineering company known for its innovations in electricity and nuclear power, has declared bankruptcy due to rising costs and financial losses.…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Shooting in Paris
A shooting on the Champs-Élysées in Paris resulted in the death of one police officer and injuries to two others. The Islamic State claimed responsibility…
Iraqi Vice President: Islamic State Group Seeking Alliance with Al-Qaeda
Iyad Allawi, the Vice President of Iraq, revealed that ISIS is negotiating with Al-Qaeda for a possible alliance as Iraqi forces continue their offensive in…
Donald Trump: Terrorism is a Threat to Religious Freedom
Donald Trump addressed the threat of terrorism to religious freedom in a speech, while commemorating Passover and Easter. He condemned recent attacks on churches in…
Meeting with Omid Alishenas
Omid Alishenas, a 34-year-old urban planning graduate, has been imprisoned since December 2016 for charges including conspiracy against national security and propaganda against the regime.…
Uzbekistan: We Had Warned the West About the Stockholm Attack Perpetrator
Uzbekistan's Prime Minister claims that Rahmat Akilov, the perpetrator of a deadly attack in Stockholm, had ties to Islamic State and that warnings about him…
Workers at Angouran Mine Block Access Road
Laid-off workers from the Angouran mine in Zanjan province have blocked access to the mine, protesting against job losses and the impact on local farmers.…
Egypt's President Calls for Three-Month State of Emergency
At least 44 people were killed in two church explosions in Egypt, prompting President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to call for a three-month state of emergency.…
Female Representatives Demand Ali Larijani to Reform Discriminatory Laws
Female representatives in Iran's Parliament met with Speaker Ali Larijani to demand reforms of discriminatory laws against women. They emphasized the need for a female…
Turkish President Announces Planning for New Operations in Syria
Turkish President Erdoğan announced plans for new military operations in Syria targeting groups Ankara labels as terrorists, including Kurdish militants and ISIS. This follows previous…
Hope to Find the Tasmanian Tiger After 80 Years
Australian scientists are launching a search for the Tasmanian tiger, believed extinct for 80 years, after recent sightings in Queensland. The initiative follows detailed reports…
Donald Trump: The President of Egypt Should Know He Has a Great Friend and Ally in America
Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met at the White House to discuss cooperation against terrorism and reaffirm U.S. support for Egypt. This…
Flynn Did Not Disclose Some Payments from Russia in Initial Financial Disclosure
Michael Flynn, the former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, failed to disclose payments from Russian entities in his initial financial disclosure. This raises legal…
Trump and Egyptian President to Meet in Washington
Donald Trump and Abdel Fattah el-Sisi are set to meet in Washington on April 3 to revitalize U.S.-Egypt relations, which may strengthen beyond the Obama…
Restrictions Imposed on Hijab and Long Beards in China's Muslim Region
The Chinese government has imposed strict restrictions on hijabs and long beards in Xinjiang, citing a fight against Islamic extremism. These measures include prohibiting women…