July 2017
U.S. Embassy in Moscow Reports Access Denial to Its Property
The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has accused Russian officials of denying access to a recreational property, escalating diplomatic tensions amid new sanctions. Russian President Putin…
Washington Criticizes Russia's Demand for the Departure of 755 American Diplomats
The U.S. State Department criticized Russia's demand for the expulsion of 755 American diplomats, calling it unjustifiable. This comes amid heightened tensions following new sanctions…
Senate Fails to Repeal Obamacare
The U.S. Senate has failed to repeal the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, after Republican senators opposed the repeal. The Senate's recent vote reflects…
Donald Trump Bans Transgender Individuals from Joining the U.S. Military
Donald Trump has announced a ban on transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military, citing medical costs and disruptions. This decision raises concerns about the…
The U.S. Lifts Laptop Ban on Flights from Saudi Arabia
The U.S. has lifted the laptop ban for flights from Saudi Arabia, the last Middle Eastern country affected by this regulation. This decision follows the…
A Senior Security Official from Iraqi Kurdistan: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Alive
A senior Kurdish official claims to be 99% certain that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is still alive, despite conflicting reports about his death. This…
South Korea Proposes Negotiations with Pyongyang
South Korea has proposed negotiations with North Korea to reduce tensions and facilitate family reunions separated by the Korean War. If North Korea agrees, it…
Turkey Dismisses 7,000 More Individuals on the Anniversary of the Failed Coup
On the anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey, the government dismissed 7,000 individuals, adding to the tens of thousands dismissed or arrested in the…
Pentagon: ISIS Leader in Afghanistan Killed in U.S. Forces Attack
The Pentagon confirmed the death of Abu Saeed, the ISIS leader in Afghanistan, during a U.S. military operation in Kunar province. This marks another significant…
Saudi Arabia Reduces Oil Exports to the U.S. to Strengthen Prices
Saudi Arabia is reducing oil exports to the U.S. to support global oil prices amidst declining U.S. reserves. This strategy aims to demonstrate progress towards…
Russia Threatens to Respond to Actions Approved at the End of Obama's Term
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has threatened to respond to U.S. sanctions and actions taken at the end of Obama's presidency, which included the expulsion…
Donald Trump Congratulates Victory in Mosul
Donald Trump congratulated Iraqi forces on their victory in recapturing Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant moment in the fight against terrorism. The operation involved…
Iraqi Prime Minister Declares 'Complete Victory' Over ISIS in Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declared a 'complete victory' over ISIS in Mosul after nearly nine months of fighting. While this marks a significant milestone,…
Trump's Son Met with Lawyer Linked to Moscow During Election Campaign
Donald Trump Jr. and others met with a Russian lawyer during the 2016 election campaign who claimed to have damaging information about Hillary Clinton. This…
Trump Conditions Changes in Russia Sanctions on 'Resolving Syria and Ukraine Issues'
Donald Trump stated that the U.S. will not change its sanctions on Russia until the issues in Syria and Ukraine are resolved. He emphasized the…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces 'Victory' in Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declared victory over ISIS in Mosul, marking a significant milestone in the battle that has lasted eight months. The Iraqi…
Iraqi Army: We Are Close to the End of the Battle in Mosul
Iraqi commanders claim they are close to liberating Mosul from ISIS, with U.S. officials suggesting it could happen soon. The presence of civilians in the…
Hawaii's New Efforts to Limit Trump's Immigration Order
Hawaii is attempting to limit the impact of Trump's immigration ban affecting citizens from Iran and five other countries. The state is challenging the Supreme…
Increased Likelihood of Conflict Between Turkish Forces and Syrian Kurdish Militias
Tensions are escalating between Turkish forces and Syrian Kurdish militias, with the latter warning of potential conflict due to Turkey's military actions in northern Syria.…
Prince Reza Pahlavi Discusses His Meetings with American Legislators
Prince Reza Pahlavi has engaged with U.S. lawmakers to discuss the situation in Iran, emphasizing his role as an opposition leader. This interaction highlights the…
Trump Revives the National Space Council
Donald Trump has revived the National Space Council to enhance U.S. leadership in space exploration. The council, originally established in 1958, aims to unify efforts…
Iraqi Armed Forces: Victory in Mosul Will Be Officially Announced Soon
The Iraqi Armed Forces are on the verge of officially declaring victory in Mosul, where they have opened safe routes for civilians to escape remaining…