May 2016
ISIS Launches Severe Counterattack Against Iraqi Army in Fallujah
ISIS has launched a significant counterattack against the Iraqi Army in Fallujah, halting their operations. The UN warns that ISIS is using civilians as human…
Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Fallujah and Severe Shortages of Water and Food
The humanitarian crisis in Fallujah is worsening due to intensified attacks by Iraqi forces against ISIS, trapping nearly fifty thousand civilians without access to basic…
Iraqi Forces Enter Fallujah
The Iraqi army has launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS militants, with significant military support and reports of civilian casualties in Baghdad. The…
Emergence of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria in the U.S.
A woman in Pennsylvania has been infected with an antibiotic-resistant strain of E. coli, marking the first reported case in the U.S. Health officials are…
U.S. Army: ISIS Commander Killed in Fallujah
The U.S. Army announced the death of ISIS commander Maher al-Bilawi during airstrikes in Fallujah, where at least 70 fighters were killed. Iraqi forces are…
ISIS's Use of Civilians as 'Human Shields' in Fallujah
Iraqi forces are advancing to liberate Fallujah from ISIS, with reports of militants using civilians as human shields. The UN has expressed concern over the…
Barack Obama Honors Victims of Hiroshima Atomic Bombing
Barack Obama visited Hiroshima to honor the victims of the atomic bombing and warned against technological advancements lacking ethical progress. This visit marks the first…
More than One-Third of North American Birds at Risk of Extinction
A study reveals that over one-third of North American bird species are at risk of extinction, with urgent action needed to protect them. The research…
Syrian Militias Begin Operations with US Support Around Raqqa
Syrian militias, supported by US airstrikes, have initiated operations against ISIS near Raqqa, but progress has slowed. The Syrian Democratic Forces, primarily composed of Kurdish…
At least 145 killed in attacks on Assad-controlled areas
On Monday, multiple explosions in Tartus and Jableh, Syria, resulted in at least 145 deaths, with ISIS claiming responsibility. These attacks highlight the ongoing violence…
Iraqi Officials: We Have Removed Part of the Outskirts of Fallujah from ISIS Control
Iraqi forces have begun operations to retake Fallujah from ISIS, reporting some success in reclaiming agricultural areas. The operation involves various military groups and is…
Obama Calls the Elimination of Mullah Mansour a 'Significant Step' in the Afghan Peace Process
Barack Obama confirmed the death of Taliban leader Mullah Mansour in a U.S. airstrike, calling it a crucial step towards peace in Afghanistan. The U.S.…
Iraqi Forces Begin Operation to Retake Fallujah from ISIS
Iraqi forces have launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS, which has controlled the city for over two years. The operation involves various military…
ISIS Kills 25 People by 'Dissolving in Acid'
ISIS has executed 25 individuals accused of spying for the Iraqi government by dissolving them in nitric acid, highlighting the group's brutality amidst ongoing military…
Senior US General Undertakes Secret Visit to Syria
General Joseph Votel of the US military made a secret visit to Syria to assess the situation and meet with American advisors and local opposition…
Venezuelan President Maduro Warns Opponents About Intensifying 'State of Emergency'
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has warned that he may intensify a state of emergency amid rising opposition efforts to remove him from power. The U.S.…
May 17, International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, highlighted by a statement from Barack Obama emphasizing the ongoing struggle against discrimination…
U.S. Senate Approves Bill to Sue Saudi Arabia Over 9/11 Attacks
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill allowing families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia, despite threats from Riyadh to withdraw significant assets from…
Belgium Joins Coalition Against ISIS in Syria
Belgium has announced its participation in U.S.-led airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, expanding its military efforts beyond Iraq. This decision reflects a collaborative approach with…
Putin: With the Removal of the Iranian Threat, the U.S. Missile System No Longer Justified
Vladimir Putin declared that the nuclear missile threat from Iran no longer exists, thus questioning the justification for the U.S. missile defense system in Europe.…
General Wolski: ISIS is Just Buying Time in Iraq
General Gary Wolski of the U.S. military reports that ISIS is losing ground in Iraq, with its ability to conduct large-scale attacks significantly diminished. This…
Rouhani: People Will Learn of Past Officials' Negligence in the Two Billion Dollar Case
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized former officials for their negligence regarding the seizure of two billion dollars of Iranian assets in the U.S. and announced…
US: A Senior ISIS Commander Killed in Airstrike in Iraq
A senior ISIS commander, Abu Wahib, was killed in a US airstrike in Iraq, which is expected to diminish ISIS's operational capabilities in western Iraq.…
North Korean Leader: We Will Use Nuclear Bomb Only If Threatened
Kim Jong-un announced that North Korea would only use nuclear weapons if its territorial integrity is threatened, while expressing a desire to improve relations with…
The U.S. Announces Expansion of Ceasefire Agreement to Aleppo
The U.S. and Russia have brokered a ceasefire agreement in Aleppo, Syria, amidst ongoing violence. Despite the ceasefire, sporadic clashes continue, and both sides are…
Davutoğlu: Turkey Likely to Send Ground Troops to Syria for Self-Defense
Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu announced the country's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat ISIS, following rocket attacks on Turkish territory. President…
Sergey Lavrov: Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia, contrasting him with Turkey's relationship with the U.S. He…
American Officials: ISIS Has Directly Killed Our Soldier in Iraq
A U.S. Navy SEAL soldier, Charlie Keating IV, was killed in a direct attack by ISIS forces in Iraq, marking the third U.S. military casualty…
Death of Two More Soldiers Amid Continued PKK Militant Attacks in Southern Turkey
Two Turkish soldiers and five PKK militants were killed in a recent attack in southeastern Turkey, marking an escalation in ongoing clashes between the Turkish…
Janes: Increase in Islamic State Attacks in Response to Pressures
The Islamic State has increased its attacks in Iraq and Syria as it loses territory, resulting in a significant rise in casualties. Analysts suggest that…