January 11, 2026

US and Allies Launch Major Strikes on ISIS in Syria After Deadly December Attack

The US and allied forces hit Islamic State targets in Syria in a big retaliation. This strikes back after the Dec 13 Palmyra attack that killed 3 Americans. The operation, called Hawkeye Strike, aims to weaken IS strongholds spread across Syrian deserts.

January 11, 2026

Syrian Forces Deploy in Aleppo After Deadly Clashes with Kurdish Fighters

Syrian security forces took control of Aleppo’s Sheikh Maqsoud after fierce clashes with Kurdish fighters left 22 dead. An explosive drone hit a government building as talks failed. Over 140,000 were displaced; surrenders and ceasefire talks follow.

January 10, 2026

Minneapolis Women Taunt ICE Agents Days After Protester's Fatal Shooting

Two Minneapolis women taunted ICE agents on the street just days after Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent. The agents warned them to stop, but the women laughed and kept following the agents. The footage went viral and triggered heated reactions online as the city grapples with the protest shooting.

January 10, 2026

Mass Protests Shake Iran Amid Internet Blackout and Fierce Crackdown

Thousands protest in Iran's streets despite a strict internet shutdown and heavy police action. Protesters chant against Supreme Leader Khamenei, with casualties reported amid rising tensions and international warnings.

January 10, 2026

Ukrainian Drone Strike Sets Russian Oil Depot Ablaze in Volgograd

A Ukrainian drone hit an oil depot in Russia's Volgograd region, sparking a fire but no casualties. Both sides ramp up attacks on energy infrastructure amid rising conflict tensions.