August 2016
UN: The Number of Victims of the Yemen War Reaches Ten Thousand
The UN reports that the death toll from the Yemen civil war has surpassed ten thousand, nearly double previous estimates. Jamie McGoldrick, the UN humanitarian…
Increase in Casualties in the Battle Between Turkish Army and Syrian Kurds
The Turkish army has intensified its military operations against Kurdish forces in Syria, resulting in significant civilian casualties and escalating tensions. The conflict involves the…
First Turkish Soldier Killed in Syrian Campaign
Turkey has reported its first military casualty in Syria, attributing the death to Kurdish militants. This incident follows Turkey's recent military operations in the region…
Protesters in Bolivia Capture and Kill Deputy Minister of Interior
Protesters in Bolivia captured and killed Deputy Minister Rodolfo Ianes while he was negotiating with striking miners. This incident highlights escalating tensions between the government…
Erdogan: Syrian Rebels Supported by Ankara Have Taken Control of Jarablus from ISIS
Turkish President Erdogan announced that Syrian rebels backed by Turkey have taken Jarablus from ISIS. This move has drawn criticism from Kurdish leaders, who accuse…
The Image of Five-Year-Old Omran Forced Russia to Deny: We Do Not Target Residential Areas
The image of five-year-old Omran, injured in Aleppo, has prompted Russia to deny involvement in the airstrikes that caused his injuries. Russian officials claim the…
Airstrike on Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in Yemen Leaves '11 Dead'
An airstrike on a Médecins Sans Frontières hospital in Yemen has resulted in at least 11 deaths and 20 injuries, including members of the organization.…
New Kurdish Peshmerga Offensive Against ISIS Positions in Mosul Begins
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have initiated a new offensive to reclaim Mosul from ISIS control, following heavy bombardment of ISIS positions. This operation aims to liberate…
At least 10 children killed in airstrike on school in Yemen
An airstrike by the Saudi-led coalition on a school in Yemen killed at least 10 children and injured 28 others, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis…
Pentagon Confirms Death of ISIS Leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan
The Pentagon has confirmed the death of Hafiz Saeed Khan, the ISIS leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan, in a U.S. drone strike on July 26.…
Kurdish Sources: Manbij Liberated from Islamic State Control
The city of Manbij in northern Syria has been fully liberated from ISIS control by the Syrian Democratic Forces. This operation marks a significant victory…
Pro-Hadi Forces Launch Air-Supported Attacks in Eastern Sana'a
Pro-Hadi forces have launched new attacks in eastern Sana'a with air support from the Saudi-led coalition, aiming to regain control of the strategically important Nihm…
Obama: The Destruction of ISIS is Inevitable; Risk of Sporadic Attacks Exists
President Obama stated that the destruction of ISIS is certain, but warned of the ongoing risk of smaller, sporadic attacks that can instill fear in…
UN Plan for Resettling Refugees Rejected
The UN's plan to resettle 10% of the world's refugees annually was rejected by member states, leading to criticism from human rights groups. The plan's…
Six Police Officers Killed in Explosion in Southeast Turkey
A car bomb explosion in Bingöl, Turkey, killed six police officers and injured four others. The PKK is suspected of being behind the attack, although…