May 2018
Workers: The Outlook of Strikes, the Nature of Protests
Recent months have seen a series of labor strikes in Iran, notably by truck drivers, leading to a government promise to increase fares by up…
Syrian Army Captures Last Rebel-Controlled Area Around Damascus
The Syrian army has captured the last rebel-controlled area around Damascus, marking a significant victory for the Assad regime. This development consolidates government control over…
Amnesty International: Tens of Thousands Fleeing from Hodeidah in Yemen
Amnesty International reports that tens of thousands are fleeing Hodeidah, Yemen, amid escalating clashes between Houthi rebels and Saudi-led coalition forces. The port of Hodeidah…
Carbon Dioxide Concentration in Earth's Atmosphere Reaches New Record
The concentration of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has reached a new high of 410 ppm, primarily due to fossil fuel use, raising concerns…
23 Civilians Killed in Airstrike on Village in Syria
An airstrike in Syria killed 23 civilians, reportedly targeting an ISIS stronghold. The U.S.-led coalition has resumed operations against ISIS, while the Syrian Democratic Forces…
Armenian Parliament Session to Elect New Prime Minister; Nikol Pashinyan is the Sole Official Candidate
The Armenian Parliament is set to vote on a new Prime Minister after Serzh Sargsyan's resignation due to public protests. Nikol Pashinyan is the only…