August 2017
U.S.-Led Coalition Prevents ISIS Forces from Crossing Syria-Lebanon Border
The U.S.-led coalition thwarted an attempt by ISIS militants to cross from Lebanon into eastern Syria after a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. This incident highlights…
At Least Two Killed in Clashes Between Houthis and Supporters of Saleh in Yemen's Capital
Clashes in Sana'a between Houthis and supporters of former Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh resulted in at least two deaths. The conflict highlights the fragile…
Saudi Coalition Admits Mistake in Airstrike on Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition admitted to a mistake in a recent airstrike on Sanaa, Yemen, that resulted in the deaths of 14 people, including six children.…
Iraqi Foreign Minister: 70 Percent of Tal Afar City Liberated
Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari announced that 70% of Tal Afar has been liberated from ISIS, with ongoing military operations supported by US airstrikes. The…
ISIS Prevents Syrian Soldiers from Advancing in Raqqa Province
ISIS militants have successfully repelled Syrian government forces from advancing towards the town of Maadan in Raqqa province, resulting in significant casualties. This incident highlights…
Operation to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS in Iraq Begins
Iraqi security forces have launched a ground operation to retake Tal Afar from ISIS, following airstrikes that began earlier this month. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Dozens of Migrants Killed in Yemen's Waters by Human Traffickers
Dozens of illegal migrants from Somalia and Ethiopia were forcibly thrown into the sea by human traffickers in Yemen, resulting in at least 29 deaths…
At least 29 civilians killed in coalition airstrikes in Raqqa in one day
The US-led coalition's airstrikes in Raqqa have resulted in the deaths of at least 29 civilians, including members of a single family. The situation remains…
Advances of Assad's Forces in Northern and Central Syria
Syrian government forces have made significant advances towards Deir ez-Zor, nearing the city of Mayadeen and recapturing al-Sukhnah. The Syrian Democratic Forces are also working…
Locarno Film Festival; 'Piazza Grande' and the Muslim Man Who Became a Woman
The 70th Locarno Film Festival opened in Switzerland, showcasing a mix of classic and contemporary films, including the controversial 'Lola Pater' about a Muslim man…
The White House Seeks to Stop the Leakage of Confidential Information to the Media
The Trump administration is attempting to stop leaks of confidential information to the media, highlighted by a meeting between key officials and calls for lie…
Coal Exports to Ukraine; The U.S. Counteracts Russian Influence
The U.S. is exporting 700,000 tons of coal to Ukraine to reduce Russian energy influence. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase…