February 2017
South Korea Calls for Suspension of North Korea's Membership in the United Nations
South Korea has called for North Korea's suspension from the UN following the assassination of Kim Jong-nam using a banned chemical weapon. Malaysia is charging…
Iraqi Forces Capture Important Bridge Over Tigris River
Iraqi forces, supported by the U.S., have captured a crucial bridge over the Tigris River in their offensive against ISIS in Mosul. This advance is…
Continued Advance of Iraqi Forces in Western Mosul
Iraqi forces are advancing towards a strategic bridge in western Mosul, aiming to connect the western and eastern parts of the city. This operation is…
Trump: I Will Strengthen and Improve America's Defensive Capability
Donald Trump announced plans to request a significant budget from Congress to enhance the U.S. military's capabilities, emphasizing a nationalist agenda. He also criticized the…
Iraqi Prime Minister Orders Airstrikes on ISIS Positions in Syria
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has ordered airstrikes on ISIS positions in Syria in response to recent bombings in Baghdad. The strikes were coordinated with…
Syrian Peace Talks Resume in Geneva After a 10-Month Break
Syrian peace talks have resumed in Geneva after a 10-month break, with Russia dismissing calls for Assad's resignation. The talks aim to address political transition,…
De Mistura: I Do Not Expect Quick Success in the New Round of Syrian Negotiations
Stefan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, expressed skepticism about achieving quick success in the upcoming peace talks in Geneva. The talks are…
Donald Trump Condemns 'Distressing and Painful' Threats Against Jewish Centers in America
Donald Trump condemned anti-Semitic threats against Jewish centers in the U.S., marking a shift from his previous reluctance to address the issue. The North American…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Passes Away
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, has died while on duty, one day before his 65th birthday. His passing has drawn condolences and…
General Mattis: The U.S. Will Not Control Iraq's Oil
General James Mattis visited Iraq to assess the situation in the ongoing war against ISIS, emphasizing that the U.S. military is not there to control…
Iraqi Army Reaches Five Kilometers from Mosul Airport
The Iraqi army has advanced to within five kilometers of Mosul airport, recapturing several villages from ISIS. This operation, supported by U.S. airstrikes, marks a…
Iraqi Forces Advance Towards Mosul Airport
Iraqi forces, with US support, are advancing towards Mosul Airport to reclaim the city from ISIS control. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the operation, emphasizing…
U.S. President: Four Candidates for National Security Advisor Position
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering four candidates for the National Security Advisor position after Michael Flynn's resignation due to controversial contacts with Russia. Keith…
Nikki Haley: The U.S. Supports the Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Nikki Haley affirmed U.S. support for the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, despite conflicting statements from Donald Trump who expressed openness to both one-state…
Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Withdraws
Andrew Puzder, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Labor, has withdrawn his nomination amid allegations of past misconduct and lack of support from Senate Republicans.…
Trump Says He Accepts 'One State' Solution for Israel and Palestinians
Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to accept either a one-state or two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, diverging from traditional U.S. policy. This shift…
White House Official: Trump's Support for Israeli-Palestinian Peace, Even Without a 'Two-State Solution'
A White House official stated that Trump supports peace between Israel and Palestine, even without a two-state solution. This comes ahead of a meeting between…
White House: Donald Trump Had Lost Trust in Michael Flynn
Donald Trump lost trust in Michael Flynn, leading to his resignation as National Security Advisor due to concerns over misleading communications with Russian officials. This…
Half-brother of North Korean leader killed in Malaysia
Kim Jong Nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was reportedly killed in Malaysia. His death is shrouded in mystery, with…
Hundreds of Illegal Immigrants Arrested in the U.S. Over the Past Week
U.S. immigration officers arrested over 680 illegal immigrants in a week, raising concerns among human rights groups. Many of those arrested have criminal records, and…
Human Rights Watch: Syrian Army Used Chemical Weapons in Aleppo Operations
Human Rights Watch reports that the Syrian army used chemical weapons in residential areas of Aleppo during the city's final takeover. The Syrian government has…
The Goal of Canadian Prime Minister's Negotiations with Trump is 'Expanding Trade Relations'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss expanding trade relations while avoiding contentious issues like immigration. This meeting marks…
Syrian Government Ready to Exchange Prisoners with Rebels
The Syrian government has expressed its willingness to exchange prisoners with rebel groups, a move intended to foster trust ahead of upcoming peace talks. This…
200,000 Residents Near the Tallest Dam in the U.S. Evacuated Due to Collapse Risk
Around 200,000 residents near the Oroville Dam in California were evacuated due to fears of a potential collapse from heavy rains. Although the immediate danger…
Pentagon: One of ISIS's Commanders Targeted Near Mosul
The Pentagon confirmed that Rashid Qasim, a senior ISIS commander with ties to France, was targeted in a drone strike near Mosul. French security sources…
Donald Trump: Israel Must Be 'Reasonable' in the Peace Process
Donald Trump has called for Israel to adopt a more reasonable approach to the peace process, expressing concerns over settlement expansion in Palestinian territories. This…
Report from the Department of Homeland Security on the Cost and Time for Building the Mexico Wall
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security estimates that building the Mexico wall will cost $21.6 billion and take over three years. President Trump remains committed…
Three Turkish Soldiers Killed in Russian Airstrike in Syria
Three Turkish soldiers were killed in a Russian airstrike during an operation against the Islamic State in Syria. The incident highlights the lack of coordination…
Trump's Letter to the President of China
Donald Trump has sent a letter to Xi Jinping expressing a desire for cooperation in U.S.-China relations, while criticizing China's economic policies and lack of…
Betsy DeVos Confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary by Vote of Vice President Pence
Betsy DeVos was confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary after a tie vote in the Senate was broken by Vice President Mike Pence. Despite strong opposition…
Donald Trump: Many 'bad people' want to come to America
Donald Trump is urging an appeals court to expedite its ruling on his executive order banning entry from seven countries, claiming many 'bad people' want…
Romanian President Opposes Dismissal of Government
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis criticized the government's decree aimed at weakening anti-corruption efforts but opposed its dismissal, stating it was not the right time. Protests…
Results of a Recent Poll on the Temporary Ban on Entry of Citizens from Seven Countries
A new poll indicates that a majority of Americans support Trump's temporary ban on entry for citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries. This executive order…
US Ambassador to the UN Condemns Russia's 'Violent Actions'
Nikki Haley, the new US Ambassador to the UN, condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine and stated that sanctions will remain until Crimea is returned. This…
British Parliament Votes to Begin Process of Leaving the European Union
The British Parliament has approved a bill allowing Prime Minister Theresa May to start formal negotiations for leaving the EU, with a significant majority voting…
Trump Nominates Neil Gorsuch as His Supreme Court Pick
Donald Trump has nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch for the Supreme Court, praising his legal skills and bipartisan support. Gorsuch, currently a judge on the 10th…