January 2016
Three Explosions in Damascus Leave at Least 45 Dead
Three explosions in Damascus, claimed by ISIS, have resulted in at least 45 deaths and 40 injuries, occurring near a significant Shia shrine. This violence…
US Welcomes Syrian Opposition's Decision to Participate in Geneva Talks
The US has welcomed the Syrian opposition's decision to participate in the Geneva peace talks, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid and the implementation of…
Sweden to Deport Up to 80,000 Refugees
Sweden plans to deport up to 80,000 refugees who arrived in 2015, following a significant influx. The Swedish government is facing challenges as many refugees…
UN: Syrian Government Ignored Major Humanitarian Aid Requests
The UN has reported that the Syrian government ignored the majority of humanitarian aid requests in 2015, leaving millions in need. Only a small fraction…
ISIS Increases Readiness for More Attacks in Europe
Europol's head announced that ISIS is enhancing its capabilities for international attacks, particularly in Europe, with a focus on targeting civilians. A new report indicates…
Gunfire Exchange at Jordan-Syria Border; Increased Security Concerns in Jordan
Jordanian forces engaged in gunfire with a group of smugglers from Syria, resulting in the death of 12 individuals. This incident reflects Jordan's heightened security…
Biden Emphasizes Intensified Efforts to Push Back ISIS from the Turkish Border
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden announced a joint effort with Turkey to combat ISIS along the Turkish-Syrian border, emphasizing military options if peace talks fail.…
Netanyahu in Davos: I Hope I Am Wrong About Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed hope that he is wrong about Iran's intentions during a session at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He…
Kremlin: Putin Did Not Ask Assad to Step Down
The Kremlin denied reports that Putin asked Assad to resign, despite Western intelligence sources claiming otherwise. This denial highlights the ongoing support Russia provides to…
UN: Syrian Peace Talks Likely to be Delayed
The UN has announced that the Syrian peace talks scheduled for January 25 are likely to be delayed by a few days due to logistical…
Coalition Bombs Islamic State's Money Warehouses in Iraq
The U.S.-led coalition has conducted airstrikes targeting the financial warehouses of the Islamic State in Mosul, destroying tens of millions of dollars. This action is…
Defense Ministers of Seven Main Countries in Anti-ISIS Coalition to Meet
Defense ministers from the U.S., France, and five other countries are meeting in Paris to discuss strategies against ISIS and the situation in Libya. This…
In less than two years, 19,000 civilians have been killed in Iraq
The UN reports that from 2014 to late 2015, at least 18,800 civilians were killed in Iraq due to the conflict with the Islamic State…
City Under Siege by Assad's Army; Price of Milk for Children is $313!
The city of Madaya is suffering from extreme famine due to a siege by Assad's forces and Hezbollah, with reports of deaths from starvation and…
Cost and Benefit of Iran in Syria
The article discusses the recent deaths of five Iranian military personnel in Syria, highlighting the ongoing costs of Iran's involvement in the conflict. While Iranian…
Ban Ki-moon: Starving the People in Syria is a War Crime
Ban Ki-moon has condemned the Syrian government's actions leading to famine as war crimes, emphasizing the need for urgent humanitarian aid. Western nations are pushing…
At least five killed in attack on police station in Turkey
A car bomb exploded at a police station in Diyarbakir, Turkey, killing at least five and injuring 39, with reports indicating that the PKK is…
Turkey Arrests 68 on Suspicion of Planning Further Attacks
Following a deadly suicide bombing in Istanbul, Turkish security forces arrested 68 individuals suspected of ISIS affiliation. The arrests were made across several cities, with…
Erdogan Condemns Suicide Bombing 'by Syrian National'
A suicide bombing in Istanbul's tourist district has resulted in at least 10 deaths and 15 injuries, with the attacker identified as a Syrian national.…
Aid to Starving Syrians Delayed
Aid to famine-stricken Syrians has been delayed due to technical issues, with reports of deaths from starvation among besieged populations. The situation is critical as…
Results of Investigations into New Year's Eve Crimes in Germany to be Released
Preliminary results of investigations into sexual assaults during New Year's celebrations in Germany will be released soon, with over 600 complaints filed. The incidents have…
De Mistura: Tensions Between Tehran and Riyadh Will Not Affect the Resolution of the Syrian Crisis
UN envoy Stefan de Mistura reported assurances from both Iran and Saudi Arabia that their diplomatic tensions will not hinder the Syrian peace process. The…
Syrian Observers: An ISIS Member Executed His Mother in Public
A member of ISIS executed his mother in Raqqa for urging him to leave the group, highlighting the brutal enforcement of loyalty within ISIS. This…
Five Iranian Refugees Among Suspects in New Year's Eve Incidents in Cologne
German police have arrested 18 suspects, including five Iranian refugees, in connection with New Year's Eve incidents in Cologne where women were attacked. This has…
Iraq: ISIS Spokesman Injured
The Iraqi army reports that Abu Muhammad al-Adnani, the spokesman for ISIS, has been injured in an airstrike in Anbar province. This incident is significant…
Syrian Government Agrees to Aid Cities at Risk of Mass Death
The Syrian government has agreed to provide humanitarian aid to cities suffering from severe food shortages due to military sieges. This decision comes as the…
Hezbollah Lebanon Attacks Israeli Soldiers' Patrol at the Border
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a bomb attack on an Israeli patrol at the Lebanon-Israel border, resulting in casualties among Israeli soldiers. This incident marks a…
Clinton: Executions in Saudi Arabia Will Further Ignite the Region
Hillary Clinton criticized Saudi Arabia's recent execution of 47 individuals, including a prominent Shia cleric, stating it will exacerbate tensions in the Middle East. The…