Unmanned aerial vehicles targeted oil fields in Iraq’s KRG region, including a major strike on the Badre oil field in Duhok’s Sheikhan district, causing explosions and fire. The KRG’s Counter-Terrorism Unit reported that four drones hit three oil fields in Zakho and Duhok. Similar attacks were also reported this week in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.
The Israeli army struck Syrian military tanks, rocket launchers, and armed vehicles advancing toward the Druze-majority city of Sweida. The IDF stated it also hit access roads used for barricades and is continuing operations in line with political directives, monitoring threats to Druze civilians.
The Israeli army launched multiple airstrikes on Damascus, targeting the General Staff Headquarters and the presidential compound. The Syrian Ministry of Health reported nine injuries, while no official government response has been issued. Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated the attacks would continue until Syrian forces withdraw from Sweida.
The Israeli army deployed tear gas against hundreds of Druze attempting to cross from Syria into Israel amid renewed clashes in Sweida. The IDF reinforced its presence along the Syrian border and reported that several Israeli Druze crossed into Syria. Prime Minister Netanyahu urged them to return, warning they risk harm and hinder military operations.
Mosul International Airport in Iraq, heavily damaged during the 2014 ISIS occupation, has reopened after 11 years. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani officially inaugurated the renovated airport, announcing it will be fully operational within two months. The main runway was extended to 3,000 meters to handle large aircraft. The airport, once used as an […]
Armed clashes erupted again between Druze groups and Syrian government forces in Sweida, Syria, just a day after a ceasefire was announced. Syria’s Defense Ministry stated that armed groups resumed attacks, prompting military response under rules of engagement. Residents were urged to stay home and report illegal groups. According to the Syrian Observatory for […]
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed an airstrike targeting the entrance to the Syrian government’s General Staff Headquarters in Damascus, Syria. The IDF stated it is closely monitoring developments, particularly attacks on Druze civilians in southern Syria, and is prepared for further action in line with political directives.
A volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland erupted again, marking its ninth eruption since December 2023. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported that the Sundhnukur crater near Grindavik began spewing lava and smoke early in the morning, forming a fissure up to 1,000 meters long. Authorities confirmed there is no immediate threat, and flights […]
Two people died in Plainfield, New Jersey, after their vehicle was swept into a creek during flooding caused by heavy rains. Rescue teams responded quickly, but both victims died at the scene. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency, warning of high storm intensity across the region. In New York City, subway […]
US President Donald Trump cautioned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against striking Moscow, saying, “He shouldn’t target Moscow.” Speaking on the White House lawn, Trump stated he was not taking sides but wanted to “stop the deaths.” He reiterated his warning that if Russia doesn’t agree to peace within 50 days, he would impose 100% tariffs […]