November 2016
Window: Execution of Four Convicts in Qeshm Island in Public; Deterrent or Promoter of Violence?
In Iran, at least nine executions occurred last week, including four public hangings in Qeshm Island for rape charges. Human rights advocates criticize public executions…
32 People Killed in New Wave of Syrian and Russian Airstrikes on Eastern Aleppo
A recent surge in airstrikes by Syrian and Russian forces on Eastern Aleppo has resulted in at least 32 fatalities, including children and aid workers.…
44 Days of Hunger Strike by Rasoul Razavi in Karaj Prison
Rasoul Razavi, an Azerbaijani activist, is on his 44th day of hunger strike in Karaj Prison, facing severe mistreatment and deprivation of basic needs. His…
7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes New Zealand; Tsunami Warning Issued
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand, leading to tsunami warnings and mass evacuations. Emergency services are on alert as the earthquake's impact is still…
Death of IRIB Journalist Coincides with Syrian Forces' Advance in Western Aleppo
Mohsen Khazaei, an Iranian journalist, was killed while reporting in Aleppo as Syrian government forces made significant territorial gains against opposition fighters. The incident highlights…
Taliban Attack on Bagram Air Base Leaves Four Dead
A Taliban suicide attack on the Bagram air base in Afghanistan resulted in at least four deaths and numerous injuries. The attack was claimed by…
Iraqi Army Officials: One of ISIS's Commanders Killed in Mosul
Iraqi army officials announced the death of a senior ISIS commander, Mahmoud Shukri al-Naeemi, during airstrikes in Mosul. Iraqi forces are making slow progress in…
Taliban Attack on German Consulate in Mazar-i-Sharif
The Taliban claimed responsibility for a car bomb attack on the German consulate in Mazar-i-Sharif, resulting in at least two deaths and over 80 injuries.…
Amnesty International Accuses Iraqi Armed Forces of Torture and Execution of Civilians in Mosul Operations
Amnesty International has accused the Iraqi armed forces of committing war crimes, including torture and arbitrary executions of civilians suspected of collaborating with the Islamic…
UN: ISIS Has Kidnapped Hundreds of Former Iraqi Soldiers Around Mosul
The UN has reported that ISIS has kidnapped hundreds of former Iraqi soldiers and forcibly relocated thousands of families in the Mosul area. This situation…
UN Secretary-General's 'Deep Concern' Over Normalization of Chemical Attacks in Syria
The UN Secretary-General has expressed serious concern over the normalization of chemical weapon use in Syria, highlighting potential international consequences. This comes amid ongoing investigations…
Kurdish Peshmerga Forces Launch Attack to Retake the City of Bashiqa
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga forces have launched an operation to retake Bashiqa from the Islamic State, involving around 2,000 fighters. This operation is part of a…
Window: Enemies of Information as Reported by Reporters Without Borders
Reporters Without Borders has highlighted the repression of journalists in Iran, naming Ayatollah Khamenei among the enemies of information freedom. The organization reports that over…
Syrian Democratic Forces Launch Operation to Retake Raqqa
The Syrian Democratic Forces have launched an operation named 'Euphrates Rage' to retake Raqqa, the ISIS capital, with U.S. air support. This operation coincides with…
Medvedev Ahead of Trip to Israel: S-300 Delivery to Iran Will Not Affect Relations with Israel
Dmitry Medvedev, the Russian Prime Minister, stated that the delivery of the S-300 missile system to Iran will not affect Russia-Israel relations during his upcoming…
Iraqi Forces Take Control of Six Areas in Eastern Mosul
Iraqi forces have successfully driven ISIS militants out of six areas in eastern Mosul, marking significant military progress. However, ongoing clashes and humanitarian concerns persist…
Turkey Calls for Operations Against Raqqa After Mosul Liberation
Turkey's Deputy Prime Minister has called for military operations against Raqqa after the liberation of Mosul, emphasizing the strategic importance of acting against ISIS. This…