United States Minor Outlying Islands
June 2016
ISIS Captures 900 Kurdish Civilians in Northern Syria
ISIS has captured 900 Kurdish civilians in northern Syria as a retaliatory measure against the Syrian Democratic Forces' operations to retake Manbij. This situation highlights…
North Korea: Successfully Tested Two Long-Range Missiles
North Korea successfully tested two long-range Hwasong missiles, claiming to enhance its capability to attack the U.S. Kim Jong-un oversaw the tests, which were conducted…
International Coalition: Only One Third of Fallujah Cleared of ISIS Presence
The international coalition led by the U.S. reports that only one third of Fallujah has been cleared of ISIS militants despite the Iraqi government's declaration…
Iraqi Army Opens New Front Against ISIS in Southern Mosul
The Iraqi army has launched new operations against ISIS in southern Mosul following the liberation of Fallujah. Defense Minister Khalid al-Obeidi announced the aim to…
Syrian Rebels Push ISIS Back from a 'Strategic Area'
Syrian rebels have successfully pushed ISIS forces back from strategic areas in northern Syria, cutting off a key supply route. This development highlights ongoing conflicts…