December 2015
ISIS Administrative Center in Ramadi Under Complete Siege
Iraqi forces have completely surrounded the ISIS administrative center in Ramadi and are preparing to enter, with reports indicating that ISIS fighters have fled. The…
The Operation to Retake Ramadi Continues Slowly
The Iraqi army's operation to retake Ramadi from ISIS is progressing slowly, despite initial expectations for a quick capture. The city remains a stronghold for…
Increase in Iraqi Army Casualties in the 'Liberation' Operation of Ramadi
Iraqi army forces are facing increased casualties in the ongoing 'liberation' operation of Ramadi from 'Islamic State' militants, with at least 16 soldiers killed in…
Several Iraqi Soldiers Killed in 'Mistaken' Airstrike by Coalition
A U.S.-led coalition airstrike mistakenly killed several Iraqi soldiers, with Iraqi officials reporting 10 fatalities. U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter expressed condolences to Iraqi…
Which Media Do You Trust?
The head of a research center in Iran claims that the public's trust in state media is higher than in satellite and social media. Trust…
Six Afghan Refugee Children Drown in Turkish Waters
Six Afghan refugee children drowned when their boat capsized while attempting to reach Greece from Turkey. Five others were rescued, and the search for two…
Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi: A Ceasefire Will Be Established in Yemen Concurrently with Peace Negotiations
Yemeni President Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi announced a seven-day ceasefire starting December 15 to coincide with peace negotiations in Switzerland. The ceasefire is contingent on Houthi…
At Least 26 Civilians Killed in Airstrike in Syria
At least 26 civilians were killed in a recent airstrike in Syria, reportedly by the U.S.-led coalition. The incident follows accusations from the Syrian government…
Opposition Wins Parliamentary Elections in Venezuela
The opposition in Venezuela has won a majority in the parliamentary elections, marking a significant political shift after 16 years of socialist control. President Nicolas…