July 2016
Occupation of Police Station in Yerevan Ends with Surrender of Armed Men After Two Weeks
After two weeks of occupation and hostage-taking at a police station in Yerevan, armed opposition members surrendered to security forces, leading to the arrest of…
Erdogan Orders Changes in Turkey's Military Structure
Turkish President Erdogan has announced significant changes to the military structure, placing the army, navy, and air force directly under the Ministry of Defense and…
Democratic Party Campaign Targeted by Cyber Attack Again
The Democratic Party's campaign committee has been targeted by a cyber attack for the second time in a week, with potential links to Russian hackers.…
Iran's Security Institutions Decide on the Release of 'Pokemon Go' in the Country
The National Foundation of Computer Games in Iran is seeking approval from security institutions for the release of 'Pokemon Go', which has become popular worldwide.…
First Military Agreement Between the United States and the Kurdistan Region
On July 12, 2016, the U.S. signed a military cooperation agreement with the Kurdistan Regional Government, committing $450 million to support Peshmerga forces against ISIS.…
Chair of the Democratic National Committee Resigns Following WikiLeaks Revelations
Debbie Wasserman Schultz resigned as chair of the Democratic National Committee following WikiLeaks revelations about internal emails undermining Bernie Sanders. This incident raises concerns about…
Baku Takes Control of a Prominent University Linked to Gülen
The Azerbaijani government has taken control of Caucasus University, previously linked to Fethullah Gülen, amid concerns from students about the future of the institution. This…
Paris Prosecutor: Five Suspects Linked to Nice Attacker
The Paris prosecutor has revealed that five individuals are suspected of aiding Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel, the attacker who drove a truck into a crowd in…
Erdogan: The Structure of Turkey's Armed Forces Will Be Reconstructed
President Erdogan announced plans to restructure Turkey's military following a failed coup attempt. He highlighted the need for vigilance against potential future coups and acknowledged…
99 Generals and Admirals of the Turkish Army Officially Accused of 'Attempting a Coup'
Ninety-nine Turkish generals were accused of attempting a coup, leading to widespread suspensions of judges, teachers, and police, totaling over 60,000. The Turkish government claims…
Fire Contained at Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah
A fire that broke out on the slopes of Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah has been contained without causing damage to the ancient site. Officials believe…
Two New Records in Iran's Electricity Consumption in Two Weeks
Iran has set a new record for electricity consumption, reaching 51,229 megawatts due to extreme heat, surpassing the previous record set just two weeks prior.…
In the Aftermath of the Nice Attack, France Calls on Youth to Join Reserve Forces
In response to a deadly attack in Nice, France's Interior Minister has called on young people to join reserve forces to bolster national security. The…
French President: A Group May Be Behind the Nice Attack
A terrorist attack in Nice, France, resulted in 84 deaths and over 200 injuries, with a Tunisian man identified as the attacker. The incident has…
The Fate of Zabol Teenagers Who Become Asian Champions
Omid Arami, a teenager from Zabol, won the Asian youth wrestling championship in Taiwan, becoming the third wrestler from Sistan and Baluchestan to achieve this.…
French Media: The Attacker in Nice was a Tunisian-French National
A Tunisian-French national carried out a deadly truck attack in Nice, killing 84 people during Bastille Day celebrations. The attacker was not on the police…
Obama Condemns 'Horrific' Attack in France
Barack Obama condemned a truck attack in Nice, France, that killed dozens, labeling it a 'horrific' and 'terroristic' act. He expressed solidarity with France, emphasizing…
Truck Attack on France's National Celebration Leaves 84 Dead
A truck driver attacked a crowd in Nice, France, during Bastille Day celebrations, resulting in 84 deaths and numerous injuries. The driver, who was shot…
Iran and Bulgaria Discuss Gas Corridor to the Black Sea
Iran and Bulgaria are discussing the establishment of a gas corridor from the Persian Gulf to the Black Sea, with potential routes through Greece, Armenia,…
Opposition from Leader and Senior Democratic Representatives in Congress to Three New Proposals Regarding Iran
Nancy Pelosi and senior Democratic representatives are urging their party to oppose three new congressional proposals regarding Iran that could impact U.S. commitments under the…
Explosion in Gas Pipeline at Marun Oil Field 4; One Dead and One Injured
An explosion in a gas pipeline at Marun Oil Field 4 resulted in one death and one injury, attributed to safety violations during welding work.…
Portugal Wins the European Championship
Portugal won the European Championship for the first time by defeating France 1-0 in the final. Cristiano Ronaldo, despite being injured early in the match,…
Owners of 'Unauthorized Tinted Vehicles' in Tehran to be Fined
Tehran's traffic police have announced fines for owners of vehicles with unauthorized tinted windows, requiring them to remove the tint. This crackdown is part of…
Euro 2016: France Reaches Final by Overcoming Germany
France defeated Germany 2-0 to reach the final of Euro 2016, with Antoine Griezmann scoring both goals. The final will be against Portugal, and both…
Tehran Municipality Officers Attack Art University, Clash with Security Forces
Tehran municipality officers clashed with security forces at the Art University over a disputed building, the 'Qazakhaneh,' which the university claims to have owned for…
Team 3 of Group F Reaches the Final of the European Championship!
Portugal defeated Wales 2-0 to reach the final of Euro 2016, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring the first goal. Despite a rocky start in the tournament,…
White House: Baghdad Attacks Strengthen Our Resolve to Support Iraq
The White House has reaffirmed its commitment to support Iraqi security forces following a deadly suicide bombing in Baghdad that killed at least 125 people.…
Hillary Clinton Answered FBI Questions for Over Three Hours
Hillary Clinton was questioned by the FBI for over three hours regarding her use of a personal email server during her time as Secretary of…