link to article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/14/protester-killed-in-sudan-as-thousands-march-against-the-military Sudan is facing protests by civilians who are pro-democracy. Protests are taking place in Sudan’s capital Khartoum and its twin city Omdurman against the military take over that took place October 25, which was led by army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. Ralliers are also requesting the release of political figures as well as pro-democracy activists… Read more »
Link to Article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/17/israel-strikes-town-south-of-damascus-says-syrian-state-media In this article multiple israeli missiles fired South of Syrian town of Damascus causing structural damages. This missile strike is the second launched just this month by Israel that was aimed at targeting a Syrian army post. Israel rarely acknowledges these acts and works to prevent enemy Iran from having presence in Syria. As a result… Read more »
Link to article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/16/macron-set-to-announce-french-withdrawal-from-mali There is an expected announcement of a withdrawal of forces from Mail going to be announced by French President Emanuel Macron. This happen amidst a meltdown of relations between to the two nations. This withdrawal of troops would end a nine year relationship between Mali and France, and the relocation of troops will be a big… Read more »
Link to Article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/15/russias-defence-minister-meets-syrias-assad-for-talks In this article, Russian defense minister met with President Assad in Syria as tensions between Russia and Western powers increase amid the Ukraine crisis. The reason for Russia’s visit mainly being centered around inspecting a Russian air-base within Syria as the Russian military deployed long-range nuclear-capable bombers and fighter jets to its airbase in Syria for… Read more »
On February 3, U.S. special forces conducted a raid in Syria, killing ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi. No U.S. troops were injured, but 13 civilians were killed, including children. U.S. official said Qurayshi detonated a bomb before U.S. troops entered, killing himself and his family on detonation. There are roughly 2,500 troops in Iraq and 900 in Syria. The… Read more »
Link To Article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/14/gulf-diplomats-urge-taliban-to-respect-womens-rights In this article members from Gulf states (Gulf Cooperation Council or GCC which involves 6 countries- Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and oman) met with the Afghan foreign minister with the main topic of discussion revolving around Afghanistan’s current humanitarian crisis following the Taliban’s takeover in August. In the meeting the GCC stressed… Read more »
