December 2017
Continued Support from American Legislators for Protests in Iran
Protests against the Iranian government and economic conditions have spread across various cities, prompting U.S. legislators, including Senator Ted Cruz and Speaker Paul Ryan, to…
Mattis: The U.S. is Determined to Reduce Civilian Casualties in the Yemen War
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis announced efforts to reduce civilian casualties in the Yemen war by training Saudi pilots to better identify military targets. This…
UNICEF: Attacks on Children in War Zones Have Reached a Shocking Level
UNICEF has reported a dramatic increase in attacks on children in war zones, highlighting the blatant disregard for international laws protecting vulnerable populations. The statement…
UN: 68 Civilians Killed in Airstrikes on Yemen on Tuesday
The UN reported that 68 civilians were killed in Yemen due to airstrikes by a Saudi-led coalition, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The attacks have…
Pope Calls for Negotiations on Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Pope Francis called for renewed negotiations for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine during his Christmas address, highlighting the suffering of children in the…
New Report: At Least 42 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2017
In 2017, at least 42 journalists were killed globally, marking a decline in fatalities compared to previous years, particularly in the Middle East, except for…
Increase in Mine-Related Casualties in 2016; Over 1500 Children Have Fallen Victim
The International Campaign to Ban Landmines reported a significant increase in landmine casualties in 2016, with over 8,600 victims, including more than 1,500 children. This…
Saudi Coalition Attack on Sana'a Prison Leaves '30 Dead and 80 Injured'
A Saudi-led coalition airstrike on a prison in Sana'a has resulted in 30 deaths and 80 injuries, with reports of significant destruction and civilian casualties.…
In the Aftermath of New York Explosion, Trump Calls for Immigration Reform
Donald Trump has called for immigration reforms following a subway bombing in New York by a Bangladeshi-American, which he attributes to negligence in the immigration…
Trump Urges Saudi Arabia to Allow Humanitarian Aid into Yemen
Donald Trump has urged Saudi Arabia to allow humanitarian aid to Yemen, highlighting the dire situation where millions face famine. This request follows increased tensions…
The Security Council Calls for All Parties Involved in Yemen to Return to Negotiations
The UN Security Council has called for all parties in the Yemen conflict to return to negotiations following the killing of former president Ali Abdullah…
Ali Abdullah Saleh, Former President of Yemen, Killed
Ali Abdullah Saleh, the former president of Yemen, was killed by Houthi forces after he shifted his allegiance from the Houthis to the Saudi-led coalition.…
Support for Ali Abdullah Saleh; Saudi-led Coalition Bombs Houthi Positions in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition has bombed Houthi positions in Sanaa, supporting former Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh after their alliance collapsed due to recent clashes. Saleh…
Ali Abdullah Saleh Expresses Readiness to Negotiate with Saudi Arabia and Its Allies
Ali Abdullah Saleh has expressed his willingness to negotiate with Saudi Arabia and its allies if they cease their military actions in Yemen. This comes…