Securities and Exchange Commission
December 2015
Iraqi Forces Advancing Towards Central Ramadi
Iraqi forces have begun an operation to retake Ramadi from ISIS, with support from U.S. military and local Sunni tribes. The city is strategically important,…
Obama Defends Fight Against ISIS Within 'American Standards'
Barack Obama defended his administration's strategy against ISIS in a recent NPR interview, emphasizing the need for the fight to align with American values. Despite…
Turkey Reports the Death of Dozens of PKK Members
In southeastern Turkey, the military has reportedly killed 110 PKK members in recent clashes, particularly in the cities of Cizre and Silopi. This escalation is…
FIFA Bans Blatter and Platini from Football Activities for Eight Years
FIFA's Ethics Committee has banned Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini from football activities for eight years due to violations of FIFA's rules regarding personal interests…
Several Iraqi Soldiers Killed in 'Mistaken' Airstrike by Coalition
A U.S.-led coalition airstrike mistakenly killed several Iraqi soldiers, with Iraqi officials reporting 10 fatalities. U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter expressed condolences to Iraqi…
White House: Obama Calls for Withdrawal of Turkish Forces from Iraq
Barack Obama urged Turkish President Erdoğan to withdraw military forces from northern Iraq during a phone call, emphasizing Iraq's territorial integrity. This comes amid rising…
Arrest of a Poet on Charges of Insulting Sacred Beliefs
Security forces arrested poet Mohammad Reza Haj Rostam Baglou in Tehran on charges of insulting sacred beliefs and spreading falsehoods. His mother, Maryam Soltani, spoke…
Armed Men Kidnap at Least 26 Qatari Nationals in the Deserts of Iraq
A group of armed men kidnapped at least 26 Qatari nationals, including royal family members, from a hunting camp in Iraq. The incident has prompted…
John Kerry Calls for Alignment Between the U.S. and Russia on Syria and Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the need for U.S.-Russia alignment on the Syrian conflict and the Ukraine crisis during his visit to Moscow.…
French Teacher 'Lied' About Attack on Himself
A kindergarten teacher in Aubervilliers, France, falsely claimed he was attacked by an ISIS-affiliated assailant. After interrogation, he admitted the story was fabricated. This incident…
Kerry: Trump's Statements Endanger U.S. National Security
John Kerry criticized Donald Trump's proposal to ban Muslims from entering the U.S., stating it endangers national security and contradicts American values. Trump's remarks have…
Germany Rejects Request to Increase Assistance in the Fight Against ISIS
Germany has rejected a U.S. request to increase military assistance in the fight against ISIS, stating it has fulfilled its obligations. This decision comes after…
Moscow and Baghdad Consult on Turkish Forces Presence in Northern Iraq
Thousands of Iraqis protested against Turkish military presence near Mosul, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari discussed the issue with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.…
Obama: The Paris Agreement is a Turning Point for the World
U.S. President Barack Obama hailed the Paris Agreement as a historic turning point in the global fight against climate change, with 195 countries committing to…
Historic Agreement of World Countries in Paris to Combat Climate Change
Nearly 200 countries reached a historic agreement in Paris to combat climate change, committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit global temperature rise to…
Arrest of Two Syrian Nationals in Switzerland on Charges of Manufacturing Explosives
Two Syrian nationals were arrested in Switzerland for allegedly manufacturing and transporting explosives and toxic gases. Their arrest comes amid heightened terrorist threats in Geneva,…
Salehi Confirms Meeting with U.S. Energy Secretary in Oman
Ali Akbar Salehi confirmed a secret meeting with U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz in Oman to discuss issues related to the nuclear agreement. The U.S.…
Iraqi Forces Have 'Recaptured' Large Parts of Ramadi from ISIS
Iraqi forces have recaptured significant portions of Ramadi from ISIS, marking a crucial step in the fight against the extremist group. The U.S. military is…
48-Hour Deadline from Abadi to Ankara; Turkey to Halt Troop Deployment to Northern Iraq
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has issued a 48-hour ultimatum for Turkey to withdraw its troops from northern Iraq, threatening to escalate the issue to…
Kerry Warns of Possible Consequences of Collapse of Palestinian Authority
John Kerry has warned about the potential collapse of the Palestinian Authority and its implications for Israel, highlighting increasing violence and distrust between the two…
Security Forces Prevent Commemoration Ceremony for Pouyandeh and Mokhtari in Karaj
Security forces in Iran disrupted a commemoration ceremony for two murdered writers, Mohammad Mokhtari and Mohammad Jafar Pouyandeh, on the anniversary of their deaths. The…
The Female Attacker in California Had Pledged Allegiance to the 'Islamic State'
Tashfeen Malik, who attacked a welfare center in California with her husband, had pledged allegiance to ISIS on Facebook. The attack resulted in the deaths…
NATO's Invitation to Montenegro Provokes Russian Anger
NATO has officially invited Montenegro to join the alliance, leading to immediate backlash from Russia, which views this as a threat to its influence in…
Death of Five Suicide Bombers Who Intended to Attack Pilgrims in Karbala
Five suicide bombers intending to attack pilgrims in Karbala were killed by Iraqi Hezbollah Brigades after a prolonged confrontation. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns…
The U.S. Sends New Special Forces to Iraq to Combat ISIS
The U.S. is deploying up to 200 new special forces to Iraq to combat ISIS, coordinating with Iraqi government forces. Shiite militias have threatened to…