January 2025
Arrest of a Senior Security Official of Assad's Regime in Latakia
Atef Najib, a senior security official and relative of Bashar al-Assad, has been arrested in Latakia for his role in the 2011 crackdown on protests…
Police and Supporters of Istanbul Mayor Clash Outside Court
Clashes erupted between Turkish police and supporters of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu outside a courthouse where he was testifying in two legal cases. İmamoğlu, a…
Hezbollah Hands Over 'Imad 4' Underground Missile Facility to Lebanese Army
Hezbollah has handed over an underground missile facility to the Lebanese Army amid an extended ceasefire agreement with Israel. This move is significant as it…
At least 15 killed in clashes between Israeli army and protesters in southern Lebanon
Clashes between Israeli forces and Lebanese protesters resulted in at least 15 deaths and over 80 injuries, coinciding with the end of a ceasefire agreement…
Amendment of Personal Rights Law in Iraq; Continued Criticism of Child Marriage Facilitation
The Iraqi parliament amended the Personal Rights law to set the minimum marriage age for girls at 18, with potential exceptions. This has sparked criticism…
22 States Sue Against Trump's Order to Revoke Birthright Citizenship
Twenty-two states in the U.S. have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's order to revoke birthright citizenship. This legal action highlights ongoing tensions over immigration…
Syria's Interim Foreign Minister Visits Saudi Arabia on First Foreign Trip
The Syrian Interim Foreign Minister, As'ad Hassan Shibani, visited Saudi Arabia, marking the first foreign trip of the new Syrian leadership after the fall of…