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Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls

Iraqi authorities may pass an amendment lowering the age of consent to marriage from 18 to 9 for girls and 15 for boys. The bill would also deny women the right to divorce, inheritance and child custody.

News of the World • November 11, 04:24 PM • 21779 views

American marine volunteer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was killed while trying to break through the russian border

Corey Navrotsky, a 41-year-old retired U. S. Marine sergeant, was killed on October 27 on the border with the bryansk region. The veteran with 20 years of service joined the Ukrainian forces in September of this year.

War • November 4, 06:54 PM • 32547 views

Oil prices have risen sharply due to a possible Iranian attack on Israel

Brent and WTI crude oil rose by more than $1 due to reports that Iran is preparing to strike Israel from Iraq. Prices were also affected by expectations that OPEC+ would postpone production cuts.

Economy • November 1, 09:54 AM • 18749 views

Iran is preparing a large-scale attack on Israel from Iraq before the US elections

Iran plans to attack Israel from Iraq using drones and ballistic missiles. The attack could take place before the November 5 US presidential election with the participation of Iraqi pro-Iranian militias.

News of the World • October 31, 11:48 PM • 19568 views

Israel prepares revolutionary laser defense against missile attacks for $5 per shot

Israel plans to commission a new Iron Beam laser system in 2025. The system will be able to destroy missiles and drones for $5 instead of the $60,000 spent on intercepting Iron Dome.

News of the World • October 28, 02:25 PM • 17954 views

Israel hits key missile production components in Iran - Axios

The Israeli strike disabled 12 mixers for the production of solid ballistic missile fuel in Iran. S-300 air defense systems and a drone factory were also damaged.

News of the World • October 27, 07:14 AM • 18420 views

Syria claims Israeli strikes on Damascus and military base near Homs: says one soldier killed and 7 wounded

Israeli strikes on Damascus and a military facility near Homs killed one Syrian soldier and wounded seven. The attacks targeted the Kafr Sousa neighborhood and a military facility, causing material damage.

War • October 24, 11:32 AM • 20719 views

Turkey strikes at Kurdish targets in Syria and Iraq after terrorist attack in Ankara

The Turkish Air Force attacked Kurdistan Workers' Party targets in Iraq and Syria after the terrorist attack in Ankara. 32 terrorist targets were destroyed, and the operation continues.

News of the World • October 23, 10:23 PM • 23581 views

Oleh Hulyak is appointed Director General of Ukroboronprom

The Supervisory Board of Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC has appointed Oleh Hulyak as CEO. He has a military background and previously served as the Commander of the Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • October 21, 06:51 AM • 16189 views

IDF prepares attacks on Hezbollah's economic targets in Lebanon

Israel is planning to attack Hezbollah's financial centers in Lebanon, warning locals to stay away. Tensions at the border have been ongoing since October, resulting in numerous casualties and massive displacement.

News of the World • October 20, 07:00 PM • 28556 views

In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US

Iran suspended indirect talks with the United States in Oman due to tensions with Israel. Iran's Foreign Minister said that the talks will not resume until the current crisis is overcome.

News of the World • October 14, 01:49 PM • 14292 views

Dubai airline bans transportation of pagers after they explode in Lebanon

Emirates Airlines banned the transportation of pagers and walkie-talkies after a series of explosions in Lebanon. The airline also suspended flights to Lebanon, Iraq and Iran due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.

News of the World • October 5, 08:50 PM • 27049 views

21-year-old girl kidnapped by ISIS 10 years ago released from Gaza

A 21-year-old Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq 10 years ago has been released from Gaza. The operation was conducted jointly by representatives of Israel, the United States and Iraq.

News of the World • October 4, 02:07 AM • 97901 views

US military base fired upon by rockets in Iraq - Reuters

Two Katyusha missiles were fired at a US military base near Baghdad airport. The missiles were intercepted by air defense, and one fell nearby, damaging equipment, with no casualties.

News of the World • September 30, 11:28 PM • 18178 views

US announces end of military mission in Iraq

The United States announced the end of the international military mission in Iraq within 12 months, but no later than September 2025. It is planned to switch to bilateral security partnerships to support Iraqi forces.

News of the World • September 28, 08:27 AM • 17538 views

NATO is preparing a large-scale plan to evacuate wounded soldiers in case of war with Russia

NATO is considering the use of hospital trains to evacuate the wounded in a possible war with Russia. This is due to the potential impossibility of air evacuation due to Russian air defense and jet aircraft.

News of the World • September 25, 04:39 PM • 17997 views

Iran unveils another ballistic missile and a new version of the “Shahed”

A new Jihad ballistic missile with a range of 1,000 km was shown at a military parade in Iran. A new Shahed-136B drone with a range of up to 4000 km was also presented.

News of the World • September 22, 01:45 PM • 21654 views

Pentagon: Eight U.S. troops wounded in drone attack in Syria

Eight U. S. military personnel were injured in a drone attack on a base in Syria. Three have already recovered, while others are being treated for head injuries and smoke poisoning.

War • August 13, 10:45 PM • 34990 views

Several US and coalition troops wounded in Syria attack - Reuters

On Friday, a drone attack on US and coalition forces took place in Syria. Several servicemen were lightly injured and transferred to another location for assessment.

News of the World • August 11, 01:35 AM • 34102 views

Iraq arrests organizers of attack on airbase that injured US troops

Iraqi security forces detain five people involved in a missile attack on the Ain al-Assad air base that injured U. S. troops.

News of the World • August 9, 12:19 AM • 37995 views

Pentagon chief defends his rejection of plea deal with 9/11 defendants

Lloyd Austin has canceled the plea bargain for those accused of the September 11, 2001 attacks. He stated that the American public deserves military commissions and trials in this case.

News of the World • August 7, 11:52 AM • 20456 views

Austin: U.S. boosts presence in the Middle East by deploying ships and aircraft

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has announced an increased military presence in the Middle East. Additional ships and aircraft will be sent to the region to strengthen defense capabilities and support Israel.

War • August 6, 10:30 PM • 108093 views

US passes message to Iran not to escalate at "critical moment" for Middle East

The United States is engaged in intensive diplomacy to reduce tensions after the assassination of the Hamas leader. Blinken calls on all sides to refrain from escalation and work toward a ceasefire in Gaza.

News of the World • August 6, 06:40 AM • 22688 views

Reuters: At least five US troops wounded in strike on Iraqi base

At least five US military personnel were injured in a missile strike on the Al-Asad air base in Iraq. One of the wounded is in serious condition, and the number of casualties may increase.

War • August 6, 03:54 AM • 123304 views

A missile strike on the Al-Assad air base in Iraq, where US forces are stationed

Al-Asad military air base in Iraq was attacked by missiles. Katyusha missiles hit US and other forces twice, but there is no information on damage or casualties.

War • August 6, 02:30 AM • 121262 views

Iran is probably preparing to attack Israel, so it notified the planes of the change of course

Iran has warned the planes about changing routes. The United States warns of a possible attack by Iran and Hezbollah on Israel, and airlines suspend flights to the region.

News of the World • August 5, 01:42 PM • 20328 views

Assassination of Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran raises fears of Gaza conflict spreading to Middle East - Reuters

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Iran, prompting threats of Israeli retaliation. The assassination heightened concerns about the expansion of the Gaza conflict to the Middle East.

News of the World • July 31, 03:25 PM • 25710 views

Oil recovers in price after killing of Hamas leader in Iran, but data from China limits growth

Brent and WTI crude oil futures rose by $2 after the assassination of the Hamas leader in Iran. The rise in prices came despite concerns about weak demand in China and expectations about OPEC+ decisions.

Economy • July 31, 02:44 PM • 34161 views

US strikes in Iraq, killing four people - media

The US carried out an air strike on the base of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces south of Baghdad. As a result, 4 members of the group were killed and 4 others were wounded. This is the first known US strike in Iraq since February.

News of the World • July 31, 09:10 AM • 20531 views

Ukraine's national soccer team loses to Argentina and drops out of the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine's Olympic team lost to Argentina 0:2 in the decisive match of the group stage of the football tournament. The team scored 3 points, took third place in Group B, and ended its participation in the Olympic Games.

Sports • July 30, 05:10 PM • 25138 views

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