February 2017
South Korea Calls for Suspension of North Korea's Membership in the United Nations
South Korea has called for North Korea's suspension from the UN following the assassination of Kim Jong-nam using a banned chemical weapon. Malaysia is charging…
Iraqi Forces Capture Important Bridge Over Tigris River
Iraqi forces, supported by the U.S., have captured a crucial bridge over the Tigris River in their offensive against ISIS in Mosul. This advance is…
Continued Advance of Iraqi Forces in Western Mosul
Iraqi forces are advancing towards a strategic bridge in western Mosul, aiming to connect the western and eastern parts of the city. This operation is…
Syrian Peace Talks Resume in Geneva After a 10-Month Break
Syrian peace talks have resumed in Geneva after a 10-month break, with Russia dismissing calls for Assad's resignation. The talks aim to address political transition,…
De Mistura: I Do Not Expect Quick Success in the New Round of Syrian Negotiations
Stefan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, expressed skepticism about achieving quick success in the upcoming peace talks in Geneva. The talks are…
Iraqi Forces Advance Towards Mosul Airport
Iraqi forces, with US support, are advancing towards Mosul Airport to reclaim the city from ISIS control. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the operation, emphasizing…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces Operations in Western Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the start of operations to retake western Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant military campaign. The operation aims to…
Trump Says He Accepts 'One State' Solution for Israel and Palestinians
Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to accept either a one-state or two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, diverging from traditional U.S. policy. This shift…
Abbas: New Law on Israeli Settlements is an Attack on Palestinians
Mahmoud Abbas condemned a new Israeli law that legalizes settlements on Palestinian land, calling it an attack on Palestinians. The law has sparked international criticism…
Civilian Casualties and Injuries in Afghanistan; 'Unprecedented in Recent Years'
The UN report reveals a dramatic increase in civilian casualties in Afghanistan, with nearly 11,500 affected in 2016, one-third of whom are children. The report…