August 2016
Erdogan: Turkey's Operations in Syria Will Continue Until ISIS and YPG Threats are Neutralized
Turkish President Erdogan announced that military operations in Syria will persist until ISIS and YPG threats are neutralized, despite U.S. concerns over the conflict between…
USA: Conflict between Turkey and Kurds in Northern Syria is Unacceptable
The U.S. condemned the recent clashes between Turkish forces and Kurdish militias in northern Syria, urging all parties to focus on combating ISIS. Turkey has…
Increase in Casualties in the Battle Between Turkish Army and Syrian Kurds
The Turkish army has intensified its military operations against Kurdish forces in Syria, resulting in significant civilian casualties and escalating tensions. The conflict involves the…
First Turkish Soldier Killed in Syrian Campaign
Turkey has reported its first military casualty in Syria, attributing the death to Kurdish militants. This incident follows Turkey's recent military operations in the region…
Kerry: Some Details of the New Ceasefire Plan in Syria Need to Be Clarified
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the re-establishment of a ceasefire in Syria, identifying a clear path forward…
American Vessel Fired Warning Shots Towards Iranian Military Boat in the Persian Gulf
An Iranian military speedboat engaged in provocative actions against U.S. patrol vessels in the Persian Gulf, prompting the U.S. to fire warning shots. This incident…
Complete Capture of Hasakah by Syrian Kurds; Army and People's Defense Units Ceasefire
Syrian Kurdish forces have taken almost complete control of Hasakah after intense fighting with the Syrian army, leading to a ceasefire mediated by Russia. This…
Washington Confirms Payment of Interest on Suspended Arms Contract to Iran
The U.S. has confirmed a payment of $1.3 billion in interest to Iran from a delayed arms contract, alongside a $400 million payment related to…
Twitter Suspends 235,000 More Accounts for 'Promoting Terrorism'
Twitter has suspended 235,000 accounts for promoting terrorism, bringing the total to 360,000 since 2015. The company is under pressure to balance free speech with…
UN Warns of Unprecedented Humanitarian Disaster in Aleppo
The UN warns of a severe humanitarian crisis in Aleppo, urging a ceasefire between Russia and the US. Heavy fighting has led to civilian casualties…
Shooting Report Leads to Evacuation of a Terminal at New York Airport
A report of gunfire at JFK Airport led to the evacuation of Terminal 8 and a temporary halt to flights, although no evidence of a…
New Kurdish Peshmerga Offensive Against ISIS Positions in Mosul Begins
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have initiated a new offensive to reclaim Mosul from ISIS control, following heavy bombardment of ISIS positions. This operation aims to liberate…
Pentagon Confirms Death of ISIS Leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan
The Pentagon has confirmed the death of Hafiz Saeed Khan, the ISIS leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan, in a U.S. drone strike on July 26.…
End of Tenure for Persian-Speaking Spokesperson of the U.S. State Department
Alan Ir has concluded his six-year role as the Persian-speaking spokesperson for the U.S. State Department. His departure has been acknowledged by colleagues, emphasizing his…
At least 13 killed in clashes and explosions in Turkey
At least 13 people have been killed in Turkey due to recent clashes and explosions attributed to the PKK. The attacks come amid heightened tensions…
Delivery of Another Batch of US Military Aid to Lebanon
The US has delivered a significant military aid package to Lebanon, including armored vehicles and artillery, as part of its strategy to bolster the Lebanese…
Ibtihaj Muhammad; First American Athlete with Hijab at the Olympics
Ibtihaj Muhammad made history as the first American athlete to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab. She is a successful fencer and the only…
ISIS Driven Out of '90 Percent of Areas' in Manbij, Northern Syria
U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces have captured nearly all of Manbij from ISIS, with ongoing battles reported. This operation has significant implications for cutting off ISIS's…
Obama: The Destruction of ISIS is Inevitable; Risk of Sporadic Attacks Exists
President Obama stated that the destruction of ISIS is certain, but warned of the ongoing risk of smaller, sporadic attacks that can instill fear in…
NASA Assists African Farmers
NASA has launched a project in Niger to assist farmers in the Sahel region of Africa by providing satellite data for better agricultural practices and…
Taliban Claims Responsibility for Truck Bombing in Kabul
A truck bomb exploded near a foreign contractor guesthouse in Kabul, with the Taliban claiming responsibility. The attack resulted in the deaths of three attackers…
Gülen: If One-Tenth of the Accusations Are True, I Will Surrender Myself
Fethullah Gülen has denied accusations of involvement in the failed Turkish coup and stated he would surrender if any of the claims are true. The…