October 2017
Spanish Central Government Takes Control of Catalonia
The Spanish government has taken control of Catalonia following a controversial independence referendum deemed illegal by courts. Ousted Catalan leaders, including Carles Puigdemont, have fled…
Supporters of Catalonia's Unity with Spain March in Barcelona
Supporters of Catalonia's unity with Spain are set to march in Barcelona following a recent independence referendum that has intensified political tensions. The Catalan parliament…
Spanish Prime Minister Dissolves Catalonia Government; Elections to be Held in December
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy dissolved the Catalonia government and called for new elections following a controversial independence referendum. This move is part of a…
Catalonia Declares Independence; Spanish Senate Approves Direct Rule from Madrid
Catalonia's parliament voted for independence from Spain, prompting the Spanish Senate to approve direct rule from Madrid. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing…
Spanish Senate Meeting to Approve Direct Rule over Catalonia
The Spanish Senate is set to decide on November 5 whether to revoke Catalonia's autonomy after local leader Carles Puigdemont refused to hold new elections.…
Syria Warns Israel About Consequences of Its Attacks
Syria's Foreign Ministry has warned Israel about the serious consequences of its attacks following Israeli artillery retaliation against Syrian military positions. This escalation follows recent…
Catalonia's Parliament President Calls Spanish Government's Actions a 'Coup'
Catalonia's leaders reject the Spanish government's plan to dissolve their local government and impose direct rule, labeling it a coup. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy insists…
Trump: The Liberation of Raqqa is a Significant Advancement in the Global Campaign Against ISIS
Donald Trump announced the liberation of Raqqa from ISIS as a significant step in the global fight against the group. The Syrian Democratic Forces, supported…
Spanish Government Announces Intent to Dissolve Catalonia's Local Government
The Spanish government announced plans to dissolve Catalonia's local government and hold new elections due to the separatist stance of its leader, Carles Puigdemont. This…
Raqqa Completely Cleared of ISIS
Syrian Democratic Forces, backed by the U.S., have declared complete victory over ISIS in Raqqa, handing control to local leaders. This marks a significant milestone…
Spanish Government Announces Intent to Directly Govern Catalonia
The Spanish government has announced plans to directly govern Catalonia in response to potential independence declarations. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has warned of enforcing Article…
The 'Final' Battle of US-Supported Forces to Retake Raqqa is Underway
US-backed Syrian Kurdish forces are engaged in the final battle to reclaim Raqqa from ISIS, which has lost significant territory over the past year. The…
Catalonia's Response to Madrid's Deadline: Let's Negotiate
Catalonia's leader Carles Puigdemont has called for negotiations with Madrid regarding independence, criticizing threats from Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy to suspend Catalonia's autonomy. The…
Spanish Prime Minister Threatens Possible Revocation of Catalonia's Autonomy Again
The Spanish Prime Minister has threatened to revoke Catalonia's autonomy if its leaders declare independence. This follows ongoing tensions between the Catalan government and Madrid,…
Hundreds of Thousands March in Barcelona Against Catalonia's Independence
On October 8, hundreds of thousands protested in Barcelona against Catalonia's independence, following a controversial referendum deemed illegal by the Spanish government. The Prime Minister…
Spanish Prime Minister Does Not Rule Out Suspension of Catalonia's Autonomy
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy indicated that he may suspend Catalonia's autonomy if independence movements continue. This comes amid heightened tensions following a controversial referendum…
Willingness of Both Parties in Spain to Resolve Crisis
The Spanish government has apologized for police violence in Catalonia, and both Catalan and Spanish leaders are showing a willingness to de-escalate the ongoing crisis.…
Turkey Announces Start of 'Serious Operation' in Idlib, Syria
Turkey has launched a significant military operation in Idlib, Syria, aimed at supporting rebel groups against the Assad regime, with backing expected from Russia. This…
Syrian Army Enters the City of Mayadeen
The Syrian army has reportedly entered Mayadeen, a key Islamic State stronghold, amid ongoing military operations supported by Russian airstrikes. This development follows significant casualties…
Spain's Constitutional Court Suspends Upcoming Catalonia Parliament Session
Spain's Constitutional Court has suspended a crucial session of the Catalonia Parliament where independence was expected to be declared. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has warned…
Catalan Leaders: We Are Not Seeking a Bitter Separation from Madrid
Catalan leaders assert their right to independence following a controversial referendum, which the Spanish government deemed illegal. Despite police violence and injuries, Catalonia's government seeks…
Winfried Schäfer Appointed as Head Coach of Esteghlal
Winfried Schäfer has been appointed as the new head coach of Esteghlal Tehran, succeeding Alireza Mansourian. Schäfer, a seasoned coach with extensive international experience, aims…
Madrid Threatens to Suspend Catalonia's Regional Government Activities
Spain's central government threatens to suspend Catalonia's autonomy if it declares independence following a controversial referendum. Catalonia claims that 90% of voters supported independence despite…
Catalonia's Local Government Claims '90 Percent' Voted for Independence
Catalonia's local government claims that 90 percent of voters in an independence referendum called for separation from Spain, despite the Spanish government's declaration of the…
Catalonia Takes Police Response to Protesters to International Courts
The Catalonia local government announced plans to take Spain to international courts over police violence against protesters during an independence referendum, which resulted in hundreds…