September 2016
Bombing of Two Main Hospitals in Aleppo
Two main hospitals in Aleppo, M10 and M2, were bombed amid ongoing Syrian government advances, resulting in severe destruction and a lack of medical facilities…
Iraqi Forces Retake Strategic City from ISIS South of Mosul
Iraqi forces have retaken the strategic city of Shirqat from ISIS, marking progress towards the upcoming offensive to reclaim Mosul. The operation has been supported…
UN Halts Humanitarian Aid Deliveries to Syria
The UN has suspended humanitarian aid deliveries to Syria after an airstrike targeted an aid convoy near Aleppo, killing at least 12 people. The Syrian…
UN: Humanitarian Aid Convoy Attacked Near Aleppo
A UN humanitarian convoy was attacked near Aleppo after the Syrian army announced it would not follow a ceasefire. At least 12 people were killed…
Russia's Ruling Party Wins Parliamentary Elections Again
The ruling United Russia party has won the parliamentary elections despite a low voter turnout of 39%, reflecting a decline in support. This election marks…
UN Envoy: Syrian Government Has Not Yet Allowed Aid to Enter Aleppo
The UN envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura, reported that the Syrian government has not permitted humanitarian aid to enter Aleppo despite a stable ceasefire.…
UN: Airstrikes by Syrian Government and Allies Main Cause of Increased Civilian Deaths
The UN has released a report criticizing airstrikes by the Syrian government and its allies, particularly Russia, for causing high civilian casualties and damage to…
Suicide Attacks in Kabul; 35 Dead and 100 Injured
On September 15, two suicide attacks in Kabul resulted in at least 35 deaths and over 100 injuries, with the Taliban claiming responsibility. The attacks…
At least 15 killed and 50 injured following multiple explosions in Baghdad
A series of explosions in Baghdad resulted in at least 15 deaths and over 50 injuries, with no group claiming responsibility yet. The attacks coincide…
Iran: Construction of Two New Nuclear Power Plants in Bushehr with Russian Participation
Iran is set to construct two new nuclear power plants in Bushehr with Russian collaboration, starting on September 11. The project involves an investment of…