May 2016
Iraqi Forces Enter Fallujah
The Iraqi army has launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS militants, with significant military support and reports of civilian casualties in Baghdad. The…
U.S. Army: ISIS Commander Killed in Fallujah
The U.S. Army announced the death of ISIS commander Maher al-Bilawi during airstrikes in Fallujah, where at least 70 fighters were killed. Iraqi forces are…
French Government's Response to Strikes: Possibility of Labor Law Reform
French Prime Minister Manuel Valls has indicated a willingness to consider changes to controversial labor law reforms amid growing strikes and protests, particularly from energy…
Kaboudvand's Court Appearance with the Help of Prison Officers
Mohammad Sadegh Kaboudvand, a human rights activist and journalist, is in critical condition after a 17-day hunger strike protesting his imprisonment and charges against him.…
Tabarzadi's Hunger Strike and Concerns Over Kaboudvand's Condition
Mohammad Sadiq Kaboudvand is on a hunger strike for two weeks, raising concerns about his health, while Heshmatollah Tabarzadi has also begun a hunger strike…
Syrian Militias Begin Operations with US Support Around Raqqa
Syrian militias, supported by US airstrikes, have initiated operations against ISIS near Raqqa, but progress has slowed. The Syrian Democratic Forces, primarily composed of Kurdish…
Protest by Fruit and Vegetable Market Workers in Tehran
Workers at fruit and vegetable markets in Tehran protested against municipal policies by striking and closing their stalls. The municipality has responded with threats of…
Iraqi Officials: We Have Removed Part of the Outskirts of Fallujah from ISIS Control
Iraqi forces have begun operations to retake Fallujah from ISIS, reporting some success in reclaiming agricultural areas. The operation involves various military groups and is…
Obama Calls the Elimination of Mullah Mansour a 'Significant Step' in the Afghan Peace Process
Barack Obama confirmed the death of Taliban leader Mullah Mansour in a U.S. airstrike, calling it a crucial step towards peace in Afghanistan. The U.S.…
Advancement of Syrian Government Forces Around Damascus
Syrian government forces, supported by Hezbollah, have captured significant areas in the Ghouta region near Damascus following clashes among opposition groups. This advancement is a…
Egyptian Plane Has Crashed in the Mediterranean Sea
An Egyptian airline plane has crashed into the Mediterranean Sea near Greece while traveling from Paris to Cairo, with 66 people on board. Both Egypt…
Hashmatollah Tabarzadi, Secretary General of the Democratic Front of Iran, Arrested
Hashmatollah Tabarzadi, the Secretary General of the Democratic Front of Iran, has been arrested and transferred to Evin Prison after failing to respond to a…
Belgium Joins Coalition Against ISIS in Syria
Belgium has announced its participation in U.S.-led airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, expanding its military efforts beyond Iraq. This decision reflects a collaborative approach with…
The Fate of the Brazilian President Will Be Determined Soon
The Brazilian Senate is set to vote on the impeachment of President Dilma Rousseff, accused of budget manipulation and corruption. This political crisis has intensified…
US: A Senior ISIS Commander Killed in Airstrike in Iraq
A senior ISIS commander, Abu Wahib, was killed in a US airstrike in Iraq, which is expected to diminish ISIS's operational capabilities in western Iraq.…
Judiciary Spokesman: The Cause of Oladi's Death Was Drug and Alcohol Use
Mehrdad Oladi, a former Iranian national football player, died at 30 years old due to drug and alcohol use, as confirmed by the judiciary spokesman.…
Re-sending of the Case of Mohammad Ali Taheri to the Supreme Court on Charges of Corruption on Earth
Mohammad Ali Taheri's case has been re-sent to the Supreme Court on charges of corruption on earth after his death sentence was annulled. His sister…
Israeli Army Continues Bombardment of Gaza
The Israeli army continues its bombardment of Gaza, responding to attacks on its patrols, resulting in civilian casualties. The situation marks the most serious escalation…
Death of 'more than 70 people' in southern Aleppo
More than 70 people have died in clashes between jihadist forces and the Syrian government in southern Aleppo, following an airstrike that killed at least…
Israeli Army Reports Discovery of New Tunnel in Gaza Strip
The Israeli army has discovered a new tunnel in Gaza, believed to be constructed by Hamas, amid escalating tensions following mortar attacks. This discovery raises…
Israel Attacks 9 Positions in Gaza
Israeli fighter jets attacked multiple Hamas positions in Gaza in response to ongoing militant attacks. This escalation follows a period of relative calm since the…
Davutoğlu: Turkey Likely to Send Ground Troops to Syria for Self-Defense
Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu announced the country's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat ISIS, following rocket attacks on Turkish territory. President…
American Officials: ISIS Has Directly Killed Our Soldier in Iraq
A U.S. Navy SEAL soldier, Charlie Keating IV, was killed in a direct attack by ISIS forces in Iraq, marking the third U.S. military casualty…
Kerry Warns Assad About Consequences of Not Adhering to Ceasefire
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warned Syrian President Bashar Assad of severe consequences if he fails to adhere to the ceasefire agreement with Russia.…
Ban Ki-moon Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Aleppo
Ban Ki-moon has called for an immediate ceasefire in Aleppo amid escalating violence in Syria. This request follows meetings involving U.S. and Saudi officials, highlighting…
Janes: Increase in Islamic State Attacks in Response to Pressures
The Islamic State has increased its attacks in Iraq and Syria as it loses territory, resulting in a significant rise in casualties. Analysts suggest that…