July 2024
Resumption of Turkey and Armenia Negotiations on Tension Reduction and Border Opening
Turkey and Armenia have resumed negotiations to normalize relations and reopen their long-closed border. Special representatives from both countries met at the border, agreeing on…
Rocket Attack on Ain al-Assad Airbase in Iraq Remains Casualty-Free
Multiple rockets were fired at Ain al-Assad Airbase in Iraq, where U.S. forces are stationed, but no casualties occurred. This incident follows a military meeting…
Iraqi Government Bans Activities of PKK
The Iraqi government has officially banned the activities of the PKK, a Kurdish militant group, following long-standing Turkish requests. This ban reflects Iraq's position amid…
Family of American Doctor Who Died in Syria Sues Bashar al-Assad's Government
The family of Majd Kamelmaz, an American doctor who died in Syrian detention, has filed a lawsuit against the Assad government in the U.S. They…
A Woman Becomes the First Commander of the Canadian Armed Forces
Justin Trudeau has appointed General Jennie Carignan as the first female commander of the Canadian Armed Forces, highlighting Canada's commitment to gender equality in leadership…
CENTCOM: ISIS Conducted Twice as Many Terrorist Operations in the First Half of 2024 Compared to Last Year
CENTCOM reported that ISIS has doubled its terrorist operations in Iraq and Syria in the first half of 2024 compared to 2023, claiming responsibility for…
Elections in Syria; The Next Parliament May Facilitate the Extension of Assad's Rule
Syrians voted for a new parliament expected to facilitate constitutional changes allowing Bashar al-Assad to extend his presidency. The election occurs amidst ongoing economic crises…
Discovery of at least 139 potential ISIS victims' bodies from a mass grave in Iraq
Iraqi officials have uncovered the remains of at least 139 potential ISIS victims from a mass grave near Mosul, with evidence suggesting they include Yazidis…
Guterres: 'There is no substitute for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees,' support UNRWA
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the irreplaceable role of UNRWA in providing aid to Palestinian refugees amid increasing Israeli efforts to dissolve the agency. G7…
Erdogan: Turkey Will Not Approve NATO's Efforts to Cooperate with Israel
Turkey's President Erdogan declared that Turkey will not support NATO's collaboration with Israel until peace is achieved in Palestine. He also addressed military equipment sales…
Death of 'Former Bodyguard of Hassan Nasrallah' in Israeli Attack; Two Israeli Citizens Killed in Golan
In a recent Israeli airstrike in Syria, Yasser Nimer Qarnabesh, a former bodyguard of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, was killed, along with another individual. This…
Former Bodyguard of Hezbollah Leader Killed in Syria
The former bodyguard of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli attack in Syria, raising the death toll of Hezbollah members in the…
Iraq Showcases Ancient Artifacts Returned by the United States
Iraq displayed ancient artifacts returned by the U.S. and other countries, highlighting efforts to recover looted cultural heritage. Key figures include Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein…
Hezbollah Claims Attack on Mount Hermon in Occupied Golan Heights
Hezbollah has intensified its military actions against Israel, claiming to have targeted an Israeli intelligence facility on Mount Hermon with a drone. This escalation follows…
Erdogan Says He is Ready to Negotiate with Assad to Restore Turkey-Syria Relations
Turkish President Erdogan expressed readiness to negotiate with Syrian President Assad to restore relations between Turkey and Syria, aiming to return to previous levels of…
Erdogan Again Calls for Normalization of Relations with Syria
Turkish President Erdogan has reiterated his willingness to normalize relations with Syria, inviting President Assad for talks if he takes steps towards improvement. This comes…
Israel Targets UN School in Gaza; Army Claims It Was a Hamas Command Center
The Israeli army has targeted a UN school in Gaza, claiming it was used by Hamas as a command center, resulting in casualties. This incident…
Russia Rejects Erdogan's Proposal for Mediation in Ukraine War
Turkish President Erdogan proposed to mediate the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war during a meeting with President Putin, but Russia rejected the idea. This interaction highlights Turkey's…
Turkey Closes Border Crossings with Syria Following Outbreak of Violence
Turkey has closed its border crossings with northwestern Syria following a surge of violence triggered by a sexual assault accusation against a Syrian man. The…
Iranian Man Shot Dead After Knife Attack on German Police Officers
An Iranian man was shot dead by police in Germany after attacking officers with a knife at a train station. The attacker, who had previously…