July 2015
UN: 70% of Syrian People Need Assistance Today
The UN reports that 70% of Syria's population, approximately 12.2 million people, are in urgent need of assistance due to the ongoing civil war. The…
Turkish President: Continuing Peace Negotiations with Kurds is Impossible
Turkish President Erdoğan declared that peace talks with the PKK are no longer feasible and called for the revocation of legal protections for certain parliament…
Explosion in Pipeline Halts Iran's Gas Exports to Turkey
An explosion in a pipeline transporting Iranian gas to Turkey has halted exports since August 5. The Turkish government suspects Kurdish rebels, particularly the PKK,…
Turkey and the U.S. Take Joint Action Against ISIS in Syria
Turkey and the U.S. have agreed to collaborate on creating a buffer zone in northern Syria to combat ISIS, while Turkey continues its military operations…
Turkish Fighter Jets Attack PKK Positions in Northern Iraq
Turkish fighter jets have attacked PKK positions in northern Iraq, marking a significant escalation in military operations against the group. Critics argue that these strikes…
Turkey Launches Airstrikes on 'Islamic State' Positions in Syria
Turkey has launched airstrikes against 'Islamic State' positions in Syria while allowing the U.S. to use its Incirlik airbase for operations against the group. The…
New Attacks by 'Jabhat al-Nusra' and Allies Against Assad Forces in Daraa
Syrian rebels, including 'Jabhat al-Nusra', have intensified attacks in Daraa to expel Assad's forces. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and highlights ongoing…
Rouhani and Hollande Agree to Expand Iran-France Relations
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and French President Francois Hollande have agreed to enhance bilateral relations, particularly in the wake of the Vienna nuclear agreement. This…
Turkey's Fear of a Kurdish Autonomous Region Forming in Syria
A suicide attack in Turkey has raised concerns over the government's handling of the Islamic State and Kurdish issues. Analysts suggest that the ongoing Syrian…
Explosion in Turkish Border City Leaves at Least 28 Dead
An explosion at a cultural center in Suruç, Turkey, has killed at least 28 people and injured 20 to 25 others, with ISIS suspected as…
UN: Number of Syrian Refugees Exceeds Four Million
The UN reported that over four million Syrians have fled the civil war, with a significant increase in refugees in the past ten months. The…
Mass Execution of Captives in the Ancient Site of Palmyra
The Islamic State has executed captives in Palmyra, using young boys as executioners, while the Syrian army has achieved military successes in border areas with…
25 Members of 'Jabhat al-Nusra' Killed in Mosque Explosion in Syria
An explosion in a mosque in Syria killed 25 members of 'Jabhat al-Nusra', including a leader of the group. The incident occurred during iftar prayers,…
Increase of Turkish Forces at the Border with Syria; 'No Immediate Plan for Military Intervention'
Turkey has increased its military presence at the Syrian border amid ongoing heavy fighting in Aleppo, but Prime Minister Davutoğlu insists there are no immediate…
Islamic Caliphate Threatens Hamas
The Islamic Caliphate group has issued a threat to Hamas, stating it will take control of Gaza and enforce its interpretation of Sharia law. This…