May 2016
Turkey's Parliament Grants Confidence Vote to New Prime Minister
Turkey's Parliament has granted a confidence vote to Binali Yildirim, a close ally of President Erdogan, making him the new Prime Minister. This development comes…
Abadi Calls for Delay of Protests Until After the Liberation of Fallujah
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has called for a postponement of protests in Baghdad until the completion of the Fallujah liberation operation from ISIS control.…
Italy Rescues Dozens of Refugees from Mediterranean Waters for Two Consecutive Days
Italy has rescued dozens of refugees from the Mediterranean after a boat capsized, with the Libyan coast guard also recovering bodies and conducting rescue operations.…
Azerbaijan Supreme Court Orders Release of Khadija Ismayilova
The Supreme Court of Azerbaijan has ordered the release of journalist Khadija Ismayilova, who was previously sentenced to prison on charges including embezzlement. Her release…
NASA: One of Jupiter's Moons May Be Habitable
NASA has found that Jupiter's moon Europa may have conditions suitable for life, with hydrogen and oxygen levels comparable to Earth. This discovery could enhance…
Bojnourd Shook 14 Times
A significant earthquake measuring 4.8 struck Bojnourd, Iran, followed by 13 aftershocks, causing structural cracks but no reported casualties. Local authorities are assessing damage and…
Syrian Militias Begin Operations with US Support Around Raqqa
Syrian militias, supported by US airstrikes, have initiated operations against ISIS near Raqqa, but progress has slowed. The Syrian Democratic Forces, primarily composed of Kurdish…
Close Ally of Erdogan Becomes Leader of Ruling Party and Prime Minister of Turkey
Binali Yildirim has been confirmed as the new leader of Turkey's ruling AKP party and Prime Minister, following Ahmet Davutoglu's resignation. His leadership is expected…
Binali Yildirim Introduced as 'Future Prime Minister of Turkey'
Binali Yildirim has been nominated as the future Prime Minister of Turkey and leader of the AKP, succeeding Ahmet Davutoglu. His close ties with President…
Venezuelan President Maduro Warns Opponents About Intensifying 'State of Emergency'
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has warned that he may intensify a state of emergency amid rising opposition efforts to remove him from power. The U.S.…
Letter from Christopher Columbus from 1493 Returned to Italy
The U.S. has returned a stolen letter from Christopher Columbus to Italy, which had been missing for decades. The letter, detailing Columbus's observations of the…
China's Official Newspaper: The Cultural Revolution Must Never Be Repeated
On the 50th anniversary of the Cultural Revolution, China's official newspaper condemned it as a mistake that should never be repeated, marking a rare acknowledgment…
Discovery of Hundreds of Exoplanets Outside the Solar System
Astronomers have discovered 1,284 new exoplanets, with 9 potentially habitable, increasing the total to 3,264. This discovery, made by NASA's Kepler Space Telescope, suggests there…
ISIS Suicide Attack on Baghdad Gas Refinery
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas refinery in Taji, north of Baghdad, resulted in at least 11 deaths and 21 injuries. The attack…
Discovery of the First White Dwarf Pulsar
The South African Large Telescope has discovered the first white dwarf pulsar, enhancing our understanding of dense cosmic objects. This discovery is significant for astrophysics…
The Fate of the Brazilian President Will Be Determined Soon
The Brazilian Senate is set to vote on the impeachment of President Dilma Rousseff, accused of budget manipulation and corruption. This political crisis has intensified…
Conviction of Two Journalists in Turkey and Erdogan's Stance on the European Union
Two journalists in Turkey, Can Dundar and Erdem Gul, have been sentenced to over ten years in prison on charges of espionage and revealing state…
Erdogan to the European Union: You go your way and we will go ours
Turkish President Erdogan rejected the EU's demand to change anti-terrorism laws for visa-free travel for Turkish citizens. He emphasized Turkey's independence in policy-making while calling…
Another Puzzle of the Solar System's Formation; Discovery of the First Tail-less Comet
Astronomers have discovered a unique tail-less comet named C/2014 S3, which may provide insights into the solar system's formation. The comet's rocky composition differs from…
New European Negotiations on the Illegal Migrant Crisis
European leaders are meeting in Rome to address the rising crisis of illegal migration through the Mediterranean, with concerns that Italy may become a primary…
Turkey's Ruling Party to Determine Davutoglu's Successor
The ruling AKP in Turkey is set to determine a successor to Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu amid reported tensions between him and President Erdogan. This…
The U.S. Announces Expansion of Ceasefire Agreement to Aleppo
The U.S. and Russia have brokered a ceasefire agreement in Aleppo, Syria, amidst ongoing violence. Despite the ceasefire, sporadic clashes continue, and both sides are…
European Commission Calls for Visa Waiver for Turkish Citizens
The European Commission has proposed lifting visa requirements for Turkish citizens, stating that Turkey has met most preconditions. This move is part of a broader…
Kerry Warns Assad About Consequences of Not Adhering to Ceasefire
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warned Syrian President Bashar Assad of severe consequences if he fails to adhere to the ceasefire agreement with Russia.…
Venezuela's Government Advances Clock to Tackle Energy Crisis
The Venezuelan government has advanced the official time by half an hour to address an ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by El Niño and poor management.…