Conflict in Syria escalates

Conflict in Syria escalates

(VOVWORLD) - Turkish security forces said on Friday it attacked militants from the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) in northern Syria and eastern Turkey and destroyed at least 15 militant targets,...
Turkey, US discuss Syria issues

Turkey, US discuss Syria issues

(VOVWORLD) - Latest developments in Syria were discussed in a phone conversation between US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlut Cavusoglu on Saturday
Iraq elects new president

Iraq elects new president

(VOVWORLD) - Iraq’s parliament on Tuesday elected Kurdish politician Barham Salih as the country's new president, the state television reported
US-Turkey relationship strained

US-Turkey relationship strained

(VOVWORLD) - Relations between the US and Turkey have become strained due to Turkey’s refusal to release American pastor Andrew Brunson who is accused of terrorism and spying. The US...
Kurdistan accepts Baghdad’s terms for dialogue

Kurdistan accepts Baghdad’s terms for dialogue

(VOVWORLD) - The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) on Tuesday agreed with the Federal Government in Baghdad to engage in talks with the aim of ensuring that Baghdad restores control over crossing...