September 2016
Bombing of Two Main Hospitals in Aleppo
Two main hospitals in Aleppo, M10 and M2, were bombed amid ongoing Syrian government advances, resulting in severe destruction and a lack of medical facilities…
US Warns Citizens About Potential Terrorist Attacks in Adana, Turkey
The US Consulate in Adana has issued a warning to American citizens about potential terrorist threats targeting American hotels in Turkey. This warning comes amid…
Iraqi Forces Retake Strategic City from ISIS South of Mosul
Iraqi forces have retaken the strategic city of Shirqat from ISIS, marking progress towards the upcoming offensive to reclaim Mosul. The operation has been supported…
Rouhani Opposes US Request to Halt Military Flights Over Northern Syria
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani rejected the US request to halt military flights over northern Syria, arguing it would benefit ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra. He emphasized…
UN Halts Humanitarian Aid Deliveries to Syria
The UN has suspended humanitarian aid deliveries to Syria after an airstrike targeted an aid convoy near Aleppo, killing at least 12 people. The Syrian…
UN: Humanitarian Aid Convoy Attacked Near Aleppo
A UN humanitarian convoy was attacked near Aleppo after the Syrian army announced it would not follow a ceasefire. At least 12 people were killed…
Obama and Abadi Discuss Mosul Recapture
U.S. President Obama is scheduled to meet Iraqi Prime Minister Abadi to discuss the ongoing operation to recapture Mosul from ISIS as Iraqi forces advance…
US Attack on ISIS in Northern Mosul; a 'Serious Chemical Threat' Eliminated
The US has conducted airstrikes in northern Mosul, destroying an ISIS facility that posed a chemical threat to civilians. General Jeffrey Harrigan reported that the…
Kerry: Agreement Between the US and Russia on Ceasefire Plan in Syria
John Kerry announced a US-Russia agreement on a ceasefire plan in Syria, aiming to reduce violence and initiate peace talks. The ceasefire is set to…
A Senior Military Commander of 'Fateh al-Sham' Killed in Airstrike in Syria
Abu Omar Sarqib, a senior military commander of the Islamist group Fateh al-Sham, was killed in an airstrike in Aleppo, Syria. His death signifies a…
UN: Airstrikes by Syrian Government and Allies Main Cause of Increased Civilian Deaths
The UN has released a report criticizing airstrikes by the Syrian government and its allies, particularly Russia, for causing high civilian casualties and damage to…
New Accusation Against Syrian Army Regarding 'Use of Chlorine Gas' in Aleppo Attacks
Activists in Aleppo allege that the Syrian army used chlorine gas in recent attacks, causing respiratory issues for dozens, including many children. The reports have…
Continued Confrontation Between Turkish Army and Kurdish Protesters in Kobani
Tensions between the Turkish military and Kurdish protesters in Kobani have escalated, resulting in casualties and ongoing unrest. Syrian Kurds accuse Turkey of provocative actions…