December 2016
Trump Praises Putin's Approach to Expulsion of Russian Diplomats from the U.S.
Donald Trump praised Vladimir Putin's restraint in response to the expulsion of Russian diplomats by Barack Obama. Putin has chosen not to retaliate immediately and…
Defensive Security Assessments: Low Likelihood of Attack in the U.S. During New Year Holidays
U.S. defense agencies assess that the likelihood of terrorist attacks during the New Year holidays is low but acknowledge some ongoing threats from domestic extremists.…
Putin's Decision to Respond to the U.S.: We Will Not Retaliate
Vladimir Putin has decided not to retaliate against the expulsion of American diplomats and will wait to see how Donald Trump approaches U.S.-Russia relations. This…
The Second Phase of the Mosul Recapture Operation Begins
Iraqi forces have launched the second phase of their operation to retake Mosul from ISIS, advancing from three fronts towards the eastern part of the…
Obama Administration to Announce Responses to Russian Cyber Attacks
The Obama administration plans to announce retaliatory measures against Russian cyber attacks during the U.S. presidential election, which are believed to have favored Donald Trump…
Trump says two major companies will create eight thousand jobs in the U.S.
Donald Trump announced that Sprint Corp and OneWeb will bring back a total of eight thousand jobs to the U.S. as part of his commitment…
Nokia Sues Apple Over Patent Infringement
Nokia is suing Apple for allegedly infringing on 32 of its patents, while Apple has countered with a similar lawsuit against Nokia. This legal battle…
Iraqi Prime Minister: Liberation of Mosul Will Take Three Months
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced that it will take three months to liberate Mosul from ISIS militants, citing the need to protect civilians as…
Nearly 100 ISIS Members Killed in One Day During Mosul Battle
In a recent battle in Mosul, 97 ISIS members were killed in three separate operations conducted by Iraqi forces and coalition airstrikes. This marks a…
Visit of the U.S. President and Japanese Prime Minister to Pearl Harbor
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Pearl Harbor to honor the victims of the 1941 attack, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Japan relations. This visit…
US: New Operations in Eastern Mosul to Begin in Coming Days
The US is preparing to support Iraqi forces in a new offensive against ISIS in Mosul, with operations set to begin soon. This marks a…
All 92 Passengers on Russian Plane Heading to Syria 'Killed'
A Russian military plane crashed into the Black Sea, killing all 92 passengers, including 60 members of the Russian Army Choir. The cause of the…
Netanyahu: Israel to Reassess Its Relations with the United Nations
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced plans to reassess Israel's relations with the UN following the passage of a resolution calling for an immediate halt to…
US Federal Police Warns of Possible Terrorist Attacks During Christmas
The FBI has issued a warning about potential terrorist attacks by ISIS supporters during the Christmas holidays in the U.S., following calls for attacks on…
Erdogan: Operation to Capture Syrian City of Al-Bab Nearly Complete
Turkish President Erdogan announced that the operation to capture Al-Bab in Syria is nearly complete, with Turkish and Syrian rebel forces close to taking control…
Release of All Passengers and Arrest of Hijackers of Libyan Flight
All passengers of a hijacked Libyan flight have been released, and the hijackers have been arrested. The incident involved 118 passengers and was linked to…
Foiling of Potential Terrorist Operation in Melbourne; Five Arrested
Australian police have thwarted a planned terrorist attack in Melbourne, arresting six to seven individuals, five of whom remain in custody. The suspects, aged between…
Trump: America Must Significantly Strengthen Its Nuclear Capability
Donald Trump has called for a significant strengthening of the U.S. nuclear arsenal until global consensus on nuclear weapons is achieved, coinciding with similar remarks…
Erdogan Points Finger at Gulen; Russia: We Must Wait for Investigation Results
Turkish President Erdogan accused Fethullah Gulen of being behind the assassination of the Russian ambassador in Ankara, which Gulen condemned. The incident raises tensions between…
At least 29 dead and dozens injured in fireworks market explosion in Mexico
A large explosion at a fireworks market near Mexico City resulted in at least 29 fatalities and numerous injuries. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns,…
Kirby: Any Attribution of the Murder of the Russian Ambassador to the U.S. is Definitely Absurd
U.S. State Department spokesperson John Kirby dismissed Turkish claims linking the assassination of Russian Ambassador Andrei Karlov to the U.S. or Fethullah Gülen, who resides…
Increased Likelihood of 'Intentionality' in Truck Attack on People in Berlin
A truck attack at a Christmas market in Berlin has resulted in at least 12 deaths and numerous injuries, with investigations suggesting it may have…
Armed Man Attacks Mosque in Switzerland, Leaving Three Injured
An armed man attacked a mosque in Zurich, Switzerland, injuring three people, two critically. The police are investigating the incident and have not disclosed the…
Electoral College Representatives Confirm Trump's Victory in U.S. Elections
Donald Trump has been confirmed as the winner of the U.S. presidential election by the Electoral College, securing 304 votes. He has pledged to unite…
Investigation into the Connection Between Gulen Network and Assailant of Karlov; Gulen Condemns the Assassination of the Russian Ambassador
The assassination of the Russian ambassador in Ankara has led to investigations suggesting a connection to the Gulen network, which Fethullah Gulen has condemned as…
The U.S. Requests China to Return One of Its Underwater Vessels
The U.S. has requested China to return an unmanned underwater vehicle seized by the Chinese Navy while it was collecting data in international waters. This…
An American Citizen Charged with 'Violating Iran Sanctions'
Kent Zhang, a 77-year-old American from Alaska, has been charged with violating U.S. sanctions against Iran and money laundering, allegedly attempting to illegally transfer about…
Kenya Expels Two Iranians Accused of 'Terrorism'
A Kenyan court has expelled two Iranian citizens, Nasrollah Ebrahimi and Abdolhossein Safaei, who were arrested on charges of attempting to film the Israeli embassy…
Hack of One Billion Yahoo User Accounts
Yahoo announced that over one billion user accounts were hacked in a cyberattack in 2013, marking the largest such incident to date. Following the revelation…
Trump has 'chosen' his Secretary of the Interior
Ryan Zinke, a Republican congressman and former Navy SEAL commander, is nominated by President-elect Trump for the Secretary of the Interior position. This role is…
Ronaldo Wins the Ballon d'Or for the Fourth Time
Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d'Or for the fourth time, expressing pride and joy in his achievement. He highlighted the significance of Portugal's 2016…
UN Secretary-General Warns of 'Crimes Against Civilians' in Aleppo
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has raised alarms over reports of crimes against civilians in Aleppo, particularly concerning executions of women and children. The Syrian government…
US: Russia has requested to postpone the ceasefire in Aleppo
The US has accused Russia of delaying a ceasefire in Aleppo, where Syrian government forces continue to advance against rebels. Despite ongoing negotiations in Geneva,…
South Korean President Impeached by Parliament
South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been impeached by Parliament due to allegations of corruption and collusion with former aides. The Prime Minister will assume…
John Glenn, the First American Astronaut to Orbit the Earth, Passes Away
John Glenn, the first American astronaut to orbit the Earth, has passed away at the age of 95. He was a significant figure in the…
Trump Emphasizes the Need to Improve US-China Relations
Donald Trump emphasizes the importance of improving US-China relations, criticizing China's economic policies and lack of action on North Korea. His phone conversation with Taiwan's…
The dire economic situation has forced Venezuelan women to sell their hair
Venezuelan women are selling their hair to survive amidst a severe economic crisis. They cross into Colombia to sell their hair for money to buy…
Donald Trump to Nominate General John Kelly for U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Donald Trump is set to nominate General John Kelly for Secretary of Homeland Security, focusing on immigration issues. This nomination is part of a broader…
Pakistani Plane Crashes with Over 40 Passengers
A Pakistani passenger plane crashed in a mountainous region while en route to Islamabad, resulting in at least 41 to 47 fatalities, including a notable…
Hadi's Government Claims UN Plan Legitimizes Yemeni Rebels
The Yemeni government led by Hadi has criticized a UN plan as legitimizing Houthi rebels amidst reports of Saudi and UAE support for the plan.…
Trump Calls for Cancellation of U.S. Presidential Aircraft Order
Donald Trump has called for the cancellation of the order for new presidential aircraft from Boeing, criticizing the costs as excessive. He aims to demonstrate…
Amazon Go: Go to the store, take what you want, and return home
Amazon is set to open its first checkout-free grocery store, Amazon Go, in Seattle, allowing customers to shop without waiting in line. This innovative shopping…
Security Measures in Los Angeles Metro Following Threatening Phone Call 'from a Foreign Country'
A phone threat of a bombing on the Los Angeles Metro's Red Line prompted increased security measures around the Universal City station. The threat was…
UN Requests $22 Billion in Humanitarian Aid for 2017
The UN has requested $22.2 billion in humanitarian aid for 2017 to assist 93 million people affected by global crises, with significant allocations for Syria,…
A Court in Nigeria Orders the Release of Imprisoned Shiite Leader
A Nigerian federal court has ordered the release of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, after more than a year of…
François Hollande Will Not Run for French Presidential Election
François Hollande has announced he will not run for re-election in the upcoming French presidential election, surprising many as aides previously indicated he would. His…
How I Joined ISIS
Walid Ismail, a 20-year-old former bakery worker, surrendered to Kurdish forces after being captured by ISIS. He describes how the Islamic State recruited fighters through…
Nawaz Sharif's Office: Trump Offered to Help Resolve Pakistan's Issues
Donald Trump and Nawaz Sharif discussed potential U.S. assistance for Pakistan's issues in a recent phone call. Trump praised Sharif and expressed a desire for…