February 2018
Ashraf Ghani's Plan for Peace Agreement with the Taliban
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has proposed a peace plan to initiate talks with the Taliban, aiming for their recognition as a political party. This comes…
Ukrainian Army Commander Warns of 'Widespread' Russian Invasion
Ukrainian Army Chief Viktor Muzhenko warns of a potential full-scale Russian invasion, emphasizing the need for preparedness. This warning comes alongside new legislation aimed at…
Controversial North Korean Official Arrives in South Korea for Three-Day Visit
A high-ranking North Korean delegation, led by General Kim Yong-chol, has arrived in South Korea amidst ongoing tensions following the 2010 attack on a South…
Explosion Near U.S. Embassy in Montenegro
A small explosion occurred outside the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro, when a man threw an explosive device and then detonated himself. The U.S. Embassy…
North Korean Delegation Canceled Meeting with Trump’s Deputy at the Last Moment
North Korea canceled a proposed meeting with U.S. Vice President Mike Pence at the last moment during his visit to the Winter Olympics in South…
Tillerson: The U.S. Plans to Impose More Sanctions on Russian Nationals
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson announced plans to impose additional sanctions on Russian nationals in response to delays in enforcing existing sanctions. This comes…
USA: ISIS Remains a Threat Despite Defeats
The U.S. intelligence chief warns that ISIS remains a significant threat despite recent territorial losses in Iraq and Syria. Dan Coats highlights that the group's…
Ethiopia Declares Six-Month State of Emergency; U.S. Strongly Opposes
Ethiopia has declared a six-month state of emergency following the unexpected resignation of Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, amid rising violence and unrest. The U.S. has…
Panic Among People Following Strong Earthquake in Southern and Central Mexico
A strong earthquake measuring 7.2 struck southern and central Mexico, causing panic among residents still traumatized from a previous earthquake. Fortunately, there were no casualties…
Syrian Kurds Report Turkey's Use of 'Toxic Gas' in Attack on Afrin Village
Turkish forces reportedly used toxic gas in an attack on a Kurdish village in Afrin, injuring six people. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between…
NATO Secretary General Calls for Russian Transparency in Nuclear Treaty Cooperation
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg urged Russia to be transparent about its compliance with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, amid accusations from the U.S. of…
US Court of Appeals Rules Against Trump's Travel Ban
The US Court of Appeals ruled against Donald Trump's travel ban, declaring it unconstitutional due to its discriminatory nature against Muslims. This ruling upholds a…
UN: Over 10,000 Civilians Killed or Wounded in Afghanistan Last Year
The UN reports that over 10,000 Afghan civilians were killed or injured in 2017, primarily due to militant attacks, particularly bombings and suicide bombings. The…
Erdogan: US Financial Support for People's Protection Units Will Influence Turkey's Decisions
Turkish President Erdogan warned that US financial support for the YPG will affect Turkey's future decisions, especially ahead of his meeting with Secretary of State…
Trump: Now is the Time to Invest in America
Donald Trump has reiterated his criticism of past U.S. spending in the Middle East, advocating for investment in American infrastructure instead. He presented a budget…
16 Government-Supporting Military Forces Killed in Taliban Attack
A Taliban attack in Helmand province resulted in the deaths of 16 military personnel supporting the Afghan government. The attack was reportedly carried out by…
Mahmoud Abbas Visits Putin to Seek Russian Support
Mahmoud Abbas visited Moscow to seek support from Vladimir Putin amid tensions between the Palestinian Authority and the U.S. following Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as…
North Korea Invites South Korean President to Pyongyang
North Korea has invited South Korean President Moon Jae-in to visit Pyongyang, marking a significant thaw in relations between the two countries. This invitation follows…
Pentagon: Iranian-backed Iraqi Militias Have Used American Tanks
The Pentagon confirmed that Iranian-backed Shiite militias in Iraq have used American-made Abrams tanks in their fight against ISIS but have since returned them to…
Turkey Sentences Dual National NASA Scientist to Seven and a Half Years in Prison
Turkey has sentenced NASA scientist Serkan Gülge to seven and a half years in prison for alleged ties to the Gülen network, raising concerns from…
With a vote in Congress, the temporary shutdown of the U.S. government ended
The U.S. government experienced a brief shutdown due to budget disagreements, but Congress quickly passed a funding bill, ending the shutdown after only five and…
Senate Funding Vote Fails; U.S. Government Temporarily Shut Down
The U.S. Senate failed to vote on a budget, leading to a temporary government shutdown. Senate leaders are hopeful for a quick resolution, but significant…
North Korean Officials Do Not Intend to Meet with American Officials During the Olympics
North Korean officials have stated they will not meet with U.S. officials during the Winter Olympics in South Korea, despite recent diplomatic gestures between the…
Significant Decline in Trade Between Iran and the U.S. in Trump's First Year
In the first year of Trump's presidency, trade between Iran and the U.S. saw a significant decline, with U.S. exports to Iran dropping by 25%…
UN Experts: ISIS Remains a Global Threat
UN experts warn that ISIS, despite territorial losses, remains a significant global threat, focusing on smaller attack groups and operating as a decentralized network. This…
6.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan Tilts Several High-Rise Buildings
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan, resulting in two deaths and over 100 injuries. The Marshall Hotel collapsed, trapping several individuals inside, and…
Significant Drop in Stock Indexes in the U.S. Stock Market
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped significantly by 1,175 points, marking an unprecedented decline, raising concerns about inflation and interest rates following a strong employment…
Erdogan Says Turkey Does Not Intend to Occupy Part of Syrian Territory
Turkish President Erdogan asserts that Turkey's military operations in northern Syria aim to eliminate terrorist threats rather than occupy Syrian territory. This statement comes amid…
Turkish Army: 49 Kurdish Militants Killed in Airstrikes in Iraq
The Turkish Army has conducted airstrikes in northern Iraq, killing 49 Kurdish militants associated with the PKK. This operation coincides with Turkey's military actions against…
Number of Victims of Sexual Abuse by US National Gymnastics Team Doctor Increases to 256 Girls
Larry Nassar, a former sports doctor for the US national gymnastics team, has been sentenced to 40 to 175 years in prison after the number…