August 2018
Iran Rejects France's Proposal for Negotiations on Its Missile Activities
Iran has rejected France's proposal for negotiations on its missile activities and nuclear deal commitments, citing a lack of trust following the U.S. withdrawal from…
White House Legal Advisor Dan McGahn to Resign
Dan McGahn, the White House legal advisor, is set to resign in the coming weeks after achieving his goals, including the nomination of a conservative…
Venezuelan Migrant Crisis; Emergency Situation in Peru, Deployment of Brazilian Army to the Border
Brazil has deployed military forces to its border with Venezuela due to the influx of Venezuelan migrants escaping a humanitarian crisis, while Peru has declared…
Preliminary Agreement Between the U.S. and Mexico on Revising and Changing NAFTA
The U.S. and Mexico have reached a preliminary agreement to revise NAFTA, pressuring Canada to comply with new trade terms. President Trump has threatened tariffs…
UN: Myanmar Army Committed Crimes Against Humanity Against Rohingya Muslims
The UN investigation team has accused the Myanmar army of committing crimes against humanity against Rohingya Muslims, calling for international prosecution of key military figures.…
Shooting in Florida Leaves at Least Four Dead
A shooting at a video game tournament in Jacksonville, Florida, resulted in at least four deaths and around ten injuries. The incident has raised concerns…
US $200 Million Aid to Palestinians Will Be Spent on 'Other Priorities'
The US has decided to redirect $200 million in aid to Palestinians for other priorities, as determined by a review of its aid program. This…
Trump Once Again Accuses Social Media of Censorship
Donald Trump accused social media platforms of censoring millions of voices while they actively remove accounts linked to Iran and Russia. This comes amid ongoing…
Former South Korean President Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison
Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for financial corruption involving collusion with a friend to receive bribes…
Three European Airlines Suspend Flights to Iran
Three major European airlines, British Airways, Air France, and KLM, have suspended flights to Iran due to economic unviability and the impact of U.S. sanctions.…
Monitoring Group: Demolition of North Korean Missile Facilities Has Stopped
A monitoring group has reported that North Korea has stopped the demolition of a key missile facility, which raises concerns about the country's nuclear activities.…
Bolton: The Return of Sanctions Has Had a Powerful Impact on Iran's Economy and Public Opinion
John Bolton, National Security Advisor to President Trump, stated that the reinstatement of U.S. sanctions has significantly impacted Iran's economy and public opinion. He emphasized…
Iraq to Send Delegation to the U.S. for Exemption from Iran Sanctions
Iraq is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions against Iran due to its economic dependence on Iranian imports. The Iraqi government is in a challenging…
Multiple Rockets Fired Near Afghan Presidential Palace
On August 30, multiple rockets were fired near the Afghan presidential palace during Eid celebrations, with no immediate reports of casualties. Concurrently, an attack on…
Trump Says He Will Not Give Concessions to Turkey for the Release of American Pastor
President Trump stated he will not offer concessions to Turkey for the release of American pastor Andrew Brunson, who has been detained on espionage and…
Three Killed and 60 Injured in Ongoing Protests in the West Bank
Recent protests in the West Bank have resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians and one Israeli, with over 60 injured. The protests are part…
Turkey's Supreme Court Rejects American Pastor's Request to End House Arrest
Turkey's Supreme Court has denied an American pastor's request to end his house arrest, leading to a significant drop in the value of the Turkish…
This Year's Drought Led to the Discovery of Numerous Archaeological Sites in Britain
This year's drought in Britain has led to the discovery of numerous archaeological sites dating back thousands of years, revealing insights into historical agricultural practices…
Mnuchin: More Sanctions on Turkey If American Pastor Is Not Released
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced potential new sanctions against Turkey if they do not release American pastor Andrew Brunson, whose trial has strained U.S.-Turkey…
Saudi Arabia Reports Foiling a Suicide Operation
Saudi security forces thwarted a suicide attack by an armed man in Al-Bukayriyah, who was affiliated with ISIS. The incident highlights ongoing security threats in…
Taliban Withdraws from Ghazni
The Taliban has ordered its forces to withdraw from Ghazni following a series of deadly attacks, including one that resulted in significant casualties among Afghan…
White House Official Warns Turkey About 'Consequences' of Not Releasing American Pastor
The White House has warned Turkey of potential economic consequences if it does not release American pastor Andrew Brunson, whose detention has strained U.S.-Turkey relations.…
Turkish Ambassador Meets John Bolton at the White House
The Turkish ambassador met with U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton to discuss the detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson, which has strained U.S.-Turkey relations.…
Abadi: We Only Comply with the Ban on Dollar Transactions with Iran
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi clarified that Iraq will not use the dollar in transactions with Iran but does not intend to fully implement U.S.…
Syrian Rebels Form 'National Army' with Turkish Support
Syrian rebels are forming a 'National Army' with support from Turkey, aiming to consolidate their forces amid ongoing conflict. Colonel Haytham Afisi leads this initiative,…
Erdogan Warns America: Our Relations and Partnership Are at Risk
Turkish President Erdogan warned the U.S. that unilateral actions against Turkey could jeopardize their partnership, prompting Turkey to seek new allies. The Turkish lira has…
Turkey's Currency Collapse; Erdogan Urges Citizens to Convert Gold, Euros, and Dollars to Lira
Turkey's lira has sharply declined following U.S. tariff increases, prompting President Erdogan to call for citizens to convert foreign currency into lira. The economic crisis…
UN Security Council Meeting Regarding Airstrike on School Bus in Yemen
The UN Security Council is convening to discuss a recent airstrike by Saudi-led forces on a school bus in Yemen, which reportedly killed numerous children.…
Dozens Killed and Wounded in Taliban Attack on Ghazni, Afghanistan
The Taliban launched a significant attack on Ghazni, Afghanistan, resulting in dozens of casualties, with conflicting reports on the extent of control between Taliban and…
Airstrike on School Bus in Yemen Following Houthi Rocket Attacks
An airstrike by the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen hit a school bus, resulting in numerous casualties, primarily among children. The attack was reportedly a retaliation…
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russia
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on Russia due to its involvement in the chemical poisoning of former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter. The…
California's Largest Wildfire in History Will Continue in August
California is facing its largest wildfire in history, with over 117,000 hectares affected and thousands evacuated. Firefighters are struggling against extreme heat and winds, and…