May 2015
Nasrin Sotoudeh: Ahmad Zeidabadi's Sentence Should Be Reviewed
Ahmad Zeidabadi, a journalist imprisoned since 2009, was set to be released but was instead exiled. Lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh argues that his sentence, along with…
Iraqi Forces Repel Islamic State Attack on City West of Baghdad
Iraqi forces, supported by Sunni tribes, successfully repelled an Islamic State attack on Khalidiya after the group captured Ramadi. The Iraqi government plans to arm…
House-to-House Search by Islamic State Militants in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have captured Ramadi and are conducting house-to-house searches for Iraqi forces, resulting in significant casualties. The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts…
Shia Militias Head to Ramadi for Battle
Shia militias are mobilizing to assist the Iraqi army in retaking Ramadi from ISIS, despite previous hesitations from Iraqi leadership and the U.S. to involve…
Keyvan Samimi Released; Ahmad Zeidabadi's Sentence Ends
Keyvan Samimi, a prominent journalist and political activist, has been released after six years in prison following the 2009 presidential election in Iran. His release…
Government Buildings in Ramadi Captured by Islamic State Group
The Islamic State group has captured the Anbar provincial governor's building in Ramadi, marking a significant defeat for the Iraqi government led by Prime Minister…