February 2015
Sattar Rigi, a Leader of Jaish al-Adl in Pakistan, Arrested
Sattar Rigi, a leader of the militant group Jaish al-Adl, was arrested in Pakistan near the Iranian border. He is accused of multiple terrorist activities…
Islamic State Militants Destroy Ancient Artifacts in Mosul
Islamic State militants have destroyed ancient artifacts in Mosul, claiming they are symbols of idolatry. UNESCO's head has called for an emergency UN Security Council…
Argentina's Intelligence and Security Agency Dissolved Following Suspicious Death of Nisman
Argentina's lawmakers have voted to dissolve the intelligence agency following the suspicious death of prosecutor Alberto Nisman, who was investigating the AMIA bombing and alleged…
The Death Toll from Avalanches in Afghanistan Reaches 122
Avalanches in Panjshir province, Afghanistan, have resulted in at least 122 deaths and many more trapped under snow. Rescue operations are ongoing, but lack of…
Islamic State Group Takes 90 Assyrian Christians Hostage in Syria
The Islamic State group has kidnapped 90 Assyrian Christians in Syria amid ongoing military operations against them by Kurdish forces. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Islamic State Group Abducts Dozens of Syrian Christians
The Islamic State group has abducted dozens of Assyrian Christians in northeastern Syria, with reports indicating between 70 to 90 individuals taken. This incident follows…
Iran and 1+5 Nuclear Talks to Resume Next Week in Geneva
Iran and the 1+5 countries are set to resume nuclear negotiations next week in Geneva, with some progress reported but significant differences remaining. Key figures…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Attack on Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Libya
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a bombing outside the Iranian ambassador's residence in Tripoli, Libya, which occurred shortly after a deadly suicide attack…
Explosion in Front of Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Libya
An explosion occurred at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Tripoli, Libya, with no injuries reported. The incident is believed to be a terrorist act, and…
Ukrainian Separatists: We Will Withdraw Heavy Weapons from the Front Line
Ukrainian separatists have announced plans to withdraw heavy weapons from the front line as part of a ceasefire agreement, but the Ukrainian army remains skeptical…
Eurozone Countries Agree to Extend Greece's Loan Repayment Deadline
Eurozone finance ministers have agreed to extend Greece's loan repayment deadline by four months, pending approval from lenders after Greece presents a list of reforms.…
Death toll from car bombings in Libya rises to 40
A series of car bombings in Quba, Libya, carried out by militants linked to the Islamic State, has resulted in 40 deaths, including six Egyptian…
Unprecedented Cold in the U.S. Moves from the West to the East Coast
A severe cold wave is sweeping across the U.S. from the West to the East Coast, causing record low temperatures and school closures. Meteorologists warn…
Establishment of an International Center for Civil Activities Support in Prague
An international center named the 'Prague Civil Society Center' is being established to support civil activities in former Soviet states facing government pressure. It aims…
European Union Gives Greece One Week Deadline to Accept Financial Aid Extension
The European Union has given Greece a one-week ultimatum to accept a financial aid extension, or it will have to manage its financial obligations independently.…
Israeli Election Commission Limits Netanyahu's Speech at US Congress
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces restrictions on his upcoming speech at the US Congress regarding Iran's nuclear program, imposed by the Israeli Election Commission…
Egyptian Air Force Bombs Islamic State Positions in Libya
The Egyptian Air Force conducted airstrikes against Islamic State positions in Libya in retaliation for the beheading of 21 Egyptian Christians. This incident has sparked…
Armed Attack on Meeting in Denmark Leaves One Dead
An armed attack during a meeting on blasphemy and freedom of expression in Copenhagen resulted in one death and injuries to three police officers. The…
Obama Condemns the 'Brutal' Murder of Three Muslim Youths in America
Barack Obama condemned the brutal murder of three Muslim youths in North Carolina, emphasizing that no one should be targeted for their religion. The FBI…
Oil Prices Surpass $60 for the First Time in 2015
Global oil prices have exceeded $60 for the first time this year, driven by economic growth in the Eurozone and a reduction in U.S. drilling…
Islamic State Forces Capture City in Western Iraq
ISIS has captured over 90% of Al-Baghdadi in western Iraq, advancing towards a U.S.-backed airbase. This escalation highlights the ongoing threat of ISIS in the…
Greece and Eurozone Countries Fail to Reach Agreement
Greece and Eurozone finance ministers failed to reach an agreement on debt repayments during a meeting in Brussels. The discussions will continue, but the Greek…
DNA of Another Individual Found in the Apartment of Slain Argentine Prosecutor
DNA from another individual has been found in the apartment of Alberto Nisman, the murdered Argentine prosecutor who accused President Cristina Fernández of covering up…
Prayer and Prostration for the Third Imam of Shia Muslims in a Hospital Area in Israel
Over fifty Shia pilgrims prayed at a site in Ashkelon, Israel, believed to be the burial place of Imam Hussein's head. This event highlights the…
Jordan Air Force Commander: We Have Reduced 20% of Islamic State's Capabilities
Jordanian Air Force strikes have reportedly reduced Islamic State's capabilities by 20% following the release of a video depicting the execution of a Jordanian pilot.…
Dozens Killed in Clashes Near Stadium in Cairo
Dozens were killed in violent clashes during a football match in Cairo, with conflicting reports on the death toll. The clashes erupted as fans attempted…
United Arab Emirates Returns to Air Operations Against ISIS
The UAE is resuming air operations against ISIS by sending F-16 jets to Jordan after previously halting its participation due to a hostage crisis. This…
End of Curfew Regulations in Baghdad After Years
The Iraqi government has lifted a decade-long nighttime curfew in Baghdad to restore normalcy, despite a day marred by deadly explosions. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Ukraine Crisis: NATO to More Than Double Its 'Rapid Reaction Forces'
NATO plans to more than double its rapid reaction forces from 13,000 to 30,000 soldiers in response to Russian threats in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Petro…
Jordan's King: We Will Respond Strongly to ISIS Actions
King Abdullah II of Jordan vowed a strong response to the Islamic State's execution of pilot Muath al-Kasasbeh, emphasizing that his blood will not be…
Jordan Executes Two Al-Qaeda Members
Jordan executed two Al-Qaeda members in response to the murder of a Jordanian pilot by ISIS. The executed individual, Sajida al-Rishawi, was previously considered for…
Obama: Today We Join the People of Jordan in Mourning One of Their Sons
Barack Obama expressed condolences over the brutal killing of Jordanian pilot Muath al-Kasasbeh by ISIS, emphasizing the need for unity against such acts of terror.…
Ebola Vaccine to be Tested on a Large Scale for the First Time
The large-scale testing of an Ebola vaccine begins in Liberia, aiming to vaccinate 30,000 volunteers. This initiative is crucial as the outbreak has caused significant…
Egypt Releases Australian Al Jazeera Journalist Peter Greste
Peter Greste, an Australian journalist for Al Jazeera, has been released from an Egyptian prison after over a year. His release was ordered by President…
Another Commander of Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga Killed
Brigadier General Hossein Mansour, a senior commander of the Kurdish Peshmerga forces, was killed in clashes with Islamic State militants in Iraq, marking the second…