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UN warns Mosul operation to displace many civilians

The UN has warned again that the expected military offensive in Iraq's Mosul city may create a massive displacement of people. Speaking at a press conference at the UN headquarters in Geneva on Friday, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi said: "If there is a...

Turkey strikes ISIS targets in northern Syria

The Turkish army hit at least 49 Daesh targets in northern Syria early Friday as part of the ongoing Operation Euphrates Shield, military said. In a statement, the Turkish Armed Forces said 49 Daesh targets had been hit with 153 Firtina (storm) howitzer fire and 116 rounds of multiple rocket...

Soldier killed in PKK attack in eastern Turkey

A soldier was martyred in a PKK bomb attack in eastern Turkey’s Van province Thursday, the regional governor’s office said. According to the office, the improvised explosives attack took place at 4.15 p.m. (1415 GMT) in Van’s Gurpinar district. PKK terrorists detonated the bomb on the...

Blast near police station in Istanbul injures 10 people

A bomb-laden motorcycle exploded near a police station in Istanbul, injuring 10 people on Thursday, the city's governor said. Speaking to reporters at the blast site, Istanbul Governor Vasip Sahin said the attack took place in Bahcelievler district, located on the European side of the city....