August 2016
Revival of African Forest Elephants Will Take 100 Years
A study reveals that the revival of African forest elephants will take about 100 years due to extensive poaching and slow reproduction rates. The research…
Dilma Rousseff Removed from Presidency of Brazil
Dilma Rousseff has been removed from her presidency by the Brazilian Senate due to budget law violations after a lengthy impeachment process. Michel Temer, her…
UN: The Number of Victims of the Yemen War Reaches Ten Thousand
The UN reports that the death toll from the Yemen civil war has surpassed ten thousand, nearly double previous estimates. Jamie McGoldrick, the UN humanitarian…
National Mourning in Italy Following Earthquake That Claimed Around 300 Lives
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Italy, resulting in nearly 300 fatalities and prompting a national day of mourning. The disaster has severely impacted the…
Kerry: Some Details of the New Ceasefire Plan in Syria Need to Be Clarified
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the re-establishment of a ceasefire in Syria, identifying a clear path forward…
Protesters in Bolivia Capture and Kill Deputy Minister of Interior
Protesters in Bolivia captured and killed Deputy Minister Rodolfo Ianes while he was negotiating with striking miners. This incident highlights escalating tensions between the government…
Iraqi Parliament Votes to Dismiss Defense Minister Ahead of Mosul Operation
The Iraqi Parliament has dismissed Defense Minister Khaled al-Obeidi over corruption allegations as the military prepares to retake Mosul from ISIS. This political shakeup raises…
Escalation of Verbal Clash Between Clinton and Trump: 'Paranoia' vs 'Criminal Organization'
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are engaged in a heated verbal battle as the U.S. presidential election approaches, with Trump attacking the Clinton Foundation and…
American Vessel Fired Warning Shots Towards Iranian Military Boat in the Persian Gulf
An Iranian military speedboat engaged in provocative actions against U.S. patrol vessels in the Persian Gulf, prompting the U.S. to fire warning shots. This incident…
Death Toll from Earthquake in Italy Reaches 247
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Italy, resulting in at least 247 deaths and extensive damage, particularly in the provinces of Lazio and Marche. Rescue…
One killed and 30 injured in two explosions in southern Thailand
Two bomb explosions in Pattani, Thailand resulted in one death and 30 injuries, with the first explosion causing no casualties and the second occurring at…
At least 120 people have died following an earthquake in central Italy
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Italy, resulting in at least 120 deaths and concerns that the toll may rise. The earthquake has caused significant…
Manbij Military Council Reports Turkish Attacks on Their Positions
The Manbij Military Council reports ongoing Turkish shelling of their positions, interpreting it as support for ISIS. This follows recent clashes with ISIS forces in…
Revolution in Gasoline Engines
Nissan has introduced a revolutionary new gasoline engine with variable compression technology, set to debut in its luxury Infiniti brand. This engine aims to challenge…
Bomb Explosion in Turkey Leaves 50 Dead
A bomb explosion at a wedding in Gaziantep, Turkey, resulted in 50 deaths and 94 injuries, with President Erdoğan attributing the attack to ISIS. This…
UN Welcomes Russia's Position on Accepting 48-Hour Ceasefire in Aleppo
Russia has announced support for a 48-hour ceasefire in Aleppo to facilitate humanitarian aid, which has been welcomed by UN envoy Stefan de Mistura. The…
Explosions in Southeastern Turkey; At Least Seven Dead and Over 220 Injured
On August 18, multiple explosions in southeastern Turkey resulted in at least seven deaths and over 220 injuries, with the PKK being blamed for the…
German Interior Minister's Reaction to Report on Islamist Groups' Activities in Turkey
German Interior Minister Thomas de Maizière defended a report labeling Turkey as a central hub for Islamist activities, amidst rising tensions between Germany and Turkey…
UN Warns of Unprecedented Humanitarian Disaster in Aleppo
The UN warns of a severe humanitarian crisis in Aleppo, urging a ceasefire between Russia and the US. Heavy fighting has led to civilian casualties…
US Elections; Clinton Appoints Head of 'Transition to the White House' Team
Hillary Clinton has set up a transition team for her potential presidency, while Donald Trump has made controversial remarks about Muslim immigrants and Iran, intensifying…
Shamkhani Confirms Deployment of Russian Bombers in Hamadan
Ali Shamkhani confirmed the deployment of Russian bombers in Hamadan, Iran, for operations in Syria against Assad's opponents. This strategic cooperation raises concerns about Iran's…
Airstrike on Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in Yemen Leaves '11 Dead'
An airstrike on a Médecins Sans Frontières hospital in Yemen has resulted in at least 11 deaths and 20 injuries, including members of the organization.…
Crisis in Donald Trump's Election Campaign
Donald Trump's election campaign is facing significant challenges as nearly 20 Republican members of Congress have publicly stated they will not support him. The Wall…
New Kurdish Peshmerga Offensive Against ISIS Positions in Mosul Begins
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have initiated a new offensive to reclaim Mosul from ISIS control, following heavy bombardment of ISIS positions. This operation aims to liberate…
Imam of a Mosque and Another Man Killed in Shooting Near Mosque in New York
An imam and another man were shot and killed near a mosque in Queens, New York. The police are investigating the incident, which some are…
Pentagon Confirms Death of ISIS Leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan
The Pentagon has confirmed the death of Hafiz Saeed Khan, the ISIS leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan, in a U.S. drone strike on July 26.…
Kurdish Sources: Manbij Liberated from Islamic State Control
The city of Manbij in northern Syria has been fully liberated from ISIS control by the Syrian Democratic Forces. This operation marks a significant victory…
Brazil Arrests Two Suspects of 'Terrorist Activities' in Rio
Brazilian authorities have arrested two suspects linked to potential terrorist activities during the Rio Olympics, following earlier arrests of 12 individuals suspected of ties to…
At least 13 killed in clashes and explosions in Turkey
At least 13 people have been killed in Turkey due to recent clashes and explosions attributed to the PKK. The attacks come amid heightened tensions…
Clinton Accuses Trump of Inciting Violence
Hillary Clinton accused Donald Trump of inciting violence with his remarks about gun rights supporters during a campaign rally. Trump's comments have drawn criticism from…
An Iranian asylum seeker in Denmark who intended to blow himself up was arrested
A 22-year-old Iranian asylum seeker was arrested in Denmark for attempting to blow himself up, reportedly due to a personal crisis rather than a political…
German Foreign Ministry: Trump is Dangerous for the World
The German Foreign Ministry has expressed concerns about Donald Trump's potential victory in the U.S. presidential elections, highlighting the dangers posed by his controversial statements.…
Brazilian Senate Votes for Impeachment and Trial of Dilma Rousseff
The Brazilian Senate has voted to impeach President Dilma Rousseff amid ongoing Olympic events. This could lead to her permanent removal from office and the…
UN: Two Million People in Aleppo Lack Access to Drinking Water and Electricity
The UN has called for an immediate ceasefire in Aleppo as two million residents lack access to drinking water and electricity, with children at high…
Delivery of Another Batch of US Military Aid to Lebanon
The US has delivered a significant military aid package to Lebanon, including armored vehicles and artillery, as part of its strategy to bolster the Lebanese…
Renewal of Moscow-Ankara Relations Following Erdogan-Putin Meeting in St. Petersburg
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, marking Erdogan's first foreign trip after a failed coup attempt. The…
Mosul on the Brink of Liberation Operations; Feelings of Liberation and Anxiety
Iraqi forces are preparing to liberate Mosul from the Islamic Caliphate, with residents expressing a mix of hope and anxiety about future governance. Many Sunni…
Referendum in Thailand for Approval of Military-Drafted Constitution
A referendum in Thailand on a military-drafted constitution has shown majority support, despite opposition claims that it undermines democracy. The military government, which came to…
Pro-Hadi Forces Launch Air-Supported Attacks in Eastern Sana'a
Pro-Hadi forces have launched new attacks in eastern Sana'a with air support from the Saudi-led coalition, aiming to regain control of the strategically important Nihm…
ISIS Driven Out of '90 Percent of Areas' in Manbij, Northern Syria
U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces have captured nearly all of Manbij from ISIS, with ongoing battles reported. This operation has significant implications for cutting off ISIS's…
Arrest of Individuals Linked to ISIS on Suspicion of Planning Attack on Singapore
The Indonesian government has arrested six individuals linked to ISIS on suspicion of planning an attack on Singapore. The suspects, aged 19 to 46, were…
Syrian Opponents: Assad's Government Used Chemical Gas in Attack on City
Syrian opposition groups accuse the Assad government of using chemical weapons in an attack on Saraqib, resulting in multiple casualties. The situation highlights the ongoing…
NASA Assists African Farmers
NASA has launched a project in Niger to assist farmers in the Sahel region of Africa by providing satellite data for better agricultural practices and…
Six Police Officers Killed in Explosion in Southeast Turkey
A car bomb explosion in Bingöl, Turkey, killed six police officers and injured four others. The PKK is suspected of being behind the attack, although…
McCain: Trump's Remarks About the Khan Family Do Not Reflect Republican Views
Senator John McCain criticized Donald Trump's remarks about the Khan family, asserting they do not represent Republican values. The ongoing conflict stems from Trump's comments…