December 2018
Trump: Significant Progress Made in Trade Negotiations with China
Donald Trump announced significant progress in trade negotiations with China following a positive phone call with President Xi Jinping. The two countries are working towards…
Iran's Ambassador: All Iranian Military Advisors Have Left Iraq
Iran's ambassador to Iraq announced the withdrawal of all Iranian military advisors from Iraq following the defeat of ISIS. This statement comes amid ongoing concerns…
Trump: If Congress Does Not Provide Wall Funding, We Will Close the Border with Mexico
President Trump has threatened to close the U.S.-Mexico border if Congress does not approve $5 billion for the border wall. This comes amidst a partial…
Syrian Army's Presence in Manbij Following Request from Kurdish Militias
The Syrian Army has entered Manbij following a request from Kurdish militias for protection against Turkey. Despite claims of control, reports suggest Syrian forces are…
Iran Criticizes Donald Trump's Visit to Iraq
Iran's Foreign Ministry criticized Donald Trump's unannounced visit to Iraq, labeling it a violation of Iraqi sovereignty. Trump emphasized the U.S. military's role in preventing…
Putin Announced Russia's Readiness to Deploy Nuclear 'Hypersonic' Missiles
Vladimir Putin announced Russia's readiness to deploy nuclear hypersonic missiles in 2019, following successful tests of the Avangard missile system. This development raises concerns about…
Donald Trump's Surprise Visit to Iraq: America Will Not Be the World's Police
Donald Trump made a surprise visit to Iraq to meet American soldiers and defended his decision to withdraw troops from Syria, stating that the US…
Death of Second Guatemalan Child; Refugee Children in the U.S. Undergo Medical Testing
A second Guatemalan child, Felipe Gomez Alonzo, died in a U.S. migrant detention center, prompting U.S. officials to announce that nearly all detained children will…
Afghanistan's Presidential Election Delayed by Several Months
The presidential election in Afghanistan has been postponed by several months due to technical issues and criticisms from previous elections. Abdul Aziz Ebrahimi from the…
Trump Says Erdogan Promised to Eradicate Remaining ISIS in Syria
Donald Trump announced that Turkish President Erdogan has committed to eradicating the remaining ISIS forces in Syria as the U.S. prepares to withdraw its troops.…
Pentagon Official: Executive Order for Withdrawal of U.S. Forces from Syria Signed
The Pentagon has signed an executive order for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Syria, following President Trump's announcement and the resignation of Secretary of…
Leisure Trip to Space; 'Coming Soon'
Virgin Galactic has successfully brought its VSS Unity spacecraft to the edge of space, selling tickets for leisure trips priced at $250,000. This marks a…
Trump Considering Withdrawal of Part of U.S. Forces from Afghanistan
Donald Trump is planning to withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Afghanistan as part of ongoing negotiations with the Taliban for a ceasefire. This decision reflects…
Putin Warns of Consequences of U.S. Withdrawal from Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty
Vladimir Putin warned about the dangers of nuclear war following the U.S. withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, citing the potential for global destruction.…
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russian Individuals and Entities
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed new sanctions on Russian individuals and entities linked to the 2016 election interference and other malicious activities. Key figures…
USA: Sanctions on North Korea Will Be Lifted After Dismantling Nuclear Weapons
The U.S. State Department has reiterated that sanctions on North Korea will only be lifted after the country denuclearizes, amidst ongoing tensions and stalled negotiations.…
Trump Orders Establishment of U.S. Space Command
President Trump has ordered the establishment of a U.S. Space Command to enhance military operations in space, with an estimated cost of $800 million over…
Erdogan's Warning: Do Not Remove Kurdish Forces from Manbij, We Will Attack the City
Turkish President Erdogan warned the U.S. that Turkey would attack Manbij if Kurdish forces remain there. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions between Turkey and…
The Funeral of Vahid Sayadi Nasiri Held in the Presence of 'Security Agents'
Vahid Sayadi Nasiri, a political prisoner, died in custody under suspicious circumstances, leading to a funeral attended by security agents. His family claims he died…
Associated Press: Iranian Hackers Target Personal Emails of U.S. Officials
Iranian hackers, known as "Charming Kitten," have attempted to breach the personal emails of U.S. Treasury officials following the reinstatement of U.S. sanctions against Iran.…
U.S. Senate Paves the Way for Resolution to End Military Support for Saudi Coalition
The U.S. Senate has voted to advance a resolution to end military support for the Saudi coalition in Yemen, while the House of Representatives passed…
Iran's Exports to the U.S. Halted, Imports from the U.S. Surge
Following the imposition of U.S. sanctions, Iranian exports to the U.S. have nearly stopped, while U.S. exports to Iran have surged significantly. This shift highlights…
SIPRI: The U.S. Remains the Largest Arms Seller; Russia Climbs to Second Place
The SIPRI report reveals that the U.S. remains the largest arms seller globally, while Russia has overtaken the UK to become second. This growth in…
Ways and Prices for Selling Iranian Oil to New Customers
Iran's First Vice President announced that the country has found new methods to sell oil despite U.S. sanctions. Shahin Fatemi discussed potential ways, including clandestine…
Following the Death of the Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, His Replacement Has Been Announced
Admiral James Malloy has been appointed as the new commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain following the sudden death of Admiral Scott Stearney.…
Ukraine Calls for Increased Sanctions Against Russia
Ukraine's foreign minister called for increased sanctions against Russia during an OSCE meeting in Milan, citing Russia's aggressive actions. The U.S. also conducted a reconnaissance…
Significant Drop in Turkey's Oil and Gas Imports from Iran
Turkey has significantly reduced its oil and gas imports from Iran, with oil purchases dropping over 30% and gas exports down by more than 20%.…
The United States Sets a 60-Day Deadline for Russia to Comply with the Missile Treaty
The U.S. has given Russia a 60-day ultimatum to comply with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, or it will withdraw. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo…
Rouhani: Rejection of 11 U.S. Negotiation Requests
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani announced that the country has rejected multiple U.S. requests for negotiations, emphasizing the importance of national dignity. This statement comes amidst…
Iran's Agreement with South Korea for Oil-for-Goods Trade
Iran has established a barter system with South Korea to trade oil for goods as a means to circumvent U.S. sanctions. This agreement is significant…
7.0 Magnitude Earthquake in Alaska Causes Widespread Damage to Roads and Buildings
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Anchorage, Alaska, causing significant damage and prompting a tsunami warning that was later canceled. Governor Bill Walker declared a…