August 2017
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces Complete Liberation of Tal Afar
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the complete liberation of Tal Afar from ISIS control after a two-week military operation. This victory signifies the reclaiming…
U.S.-Led Coalition Prevents ISIS Forces from Crossing Syria-Lebanon Border
The U.S.-led coalition thwarted an attempt by ISIS militants to cross from Lebanon into eastern Syria after a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. This incident highlights…
Trump Emphasizes the Need for Good Relations with Russia
During a press conference, President Trump emphasized the importance of improving relations with Russia while avoiding labeling recent Russian actions as threats. This comes amid…
Israel Purchases 17 More F-35 Fighter Jets from the U.S.
Israel has finalized a deal to purchase 17 additional F-35 fighter jets from the U.S., bringing its total to 50. This move is part of…
Iraqi Foreign Minister: 70 Percent of Tal Afar City Liberated
Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari announced that 70% of Tal Afar has been liberated from ISIS, with ongoing military operations supported by US airstrikes. The…
North Korea Fires Three Short-Range Ballistic Missiles
North Korea has launched three short-range ballistic missiles amid ongoing U.S.-South Korea military exercises. The U.S. Pacific Command reported the launches were unsuccessful and did…
ISIS Prevents Syrian Soldiers from Advancing in Raqqa Province
ISIS militants have successfully repelled Syrian government forces from advancing towards the town of Maadan in Raqqa province, resulting in significant casualties. This incident highlights…
Tajikistan Officials Consider Islamic Hijab as 'Alien' and 'Dangerous'
Tajikistan's government has passed a law labeling the Islamic hijab as 'alien' and 'dangerous,' aiming to restrict its use among women. This move has sparked…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Areas in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces have retaken two areas in Tal Afar from ISIS amidst ongoing military operations supported by the U.S. Secretary of Defense's visit to Iraq.…
Rocket Strikes Diplomatic Area in Kabul
A rocket struck a diplomatic area in Kabul, Afghanistan, as President Trump prepares to announce new strategies for the country. The Taliban has warned against…
U.S. Navy Temporarily Places Its Fleets in 'Operational Pause'
The U.S. Navy has placed all its fleets in an 'operational pause' following a collision between the USS John S. McCain and an oil tanker…
US Embassy in Moscow Halts Non-Immigrant Visa Issuance for Russians
The US Embassy in Moscow has suspended non-immigrant visa issuance for Russians for eight days, citing a reduction in diplomatic staff. This decision follows Russia's…
Operation to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS in Iraq Begins
Iraqi security forces have launched a ground operation to retake Tal Afar from ISIS, following airstrikes that began earlier this month. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Trump Described North Korean Leader's Decision on Guam as 'Wise'
Donald Trump praised North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's decision to delay a missile launch toward Guam, calling it wise. This comes amid a decrease in…
Head of the 'Foundation for Defense of Democracies': Mistreatment of Religious Minorities in Iran Has Never Improved
The U.S. government has condemned the ongoing persecution of religious minorities in Iran, highlighting a lack of improvement despite promises from Iranian leadership. Clifford May,…
Airstrikes Begin to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS
Iraqi forces have begun airstrikes to retake the city of Tal Afar from ISIS, following the liberation of Mosul. This operation is significant as Tal…
The U.S. Condemns Deadly Attack on Volunteer Rescuers in Syria
The U.S. condemned the brutal murder of seven volunteer rescuers in Syria, calling it a cowardly act. The Syrian Civil Defense, known as the White…
At least 29 civilians killed in coalition airstrikes in Raqqa in one day
The US-led coalition's airstrikes in Raqqa have resulted in the deaths of at least 29 civilians, including members of a single family. The situation remains…
The United States Officially Announces Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement to the United Nations
The United States has officially announced its withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, with the process expected to take three years. President Trump argues that…
Formation of a Grand Jury to Investigate Russian Interference in the U.S. Elections
Robert Mueller has formed a grand jury to investigate Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. elections, issuing subpoenas for Donald Trump's son and son-in-law. This…
Elimination of Genes Causing a Deadly Hereditary Disease
Scientists have successfully eliminated genes responsible for a hereditary heart disease using CRISPR technology, potentially paving the way for preventing over ten thousand genetic diseases.…
Rouhani: Constructive Engagement with the World; Khamenei: Appear with Authority Against America
Hassan Rouhani emphasized his commitment to constructive engagement with the world during his presidential endorsement, while Ayatollah Khamenei urged a strong stance against the U.S.…
Coal Exports to Ukraine; The U.S. Counteracts Russian Influence
The U.S. is exporting 700,000 tons of coal to Ukraine to reduce Russian energy influence. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase…