Scores of Afghan soldiers defect to Taliban during battle
At least 65 Afghani troops, including several commanders, have joined the Taliban forces in the volatile Helmand province, officials said. The government troops have been clashing with insurgents in the…
‘France to mull invoking NATO collective defense’
France will consider invoking NATO's collective defense clause, according to security expert Bruno Tertrais. Speaking with DW, he also said that Paris-style attacks could happen in every major Western city.…
Cultural life in Paris grinds to a halt after attacks
Following Friday's attacks, Paris is in a state of emergency, also in its cultural life. Places where crowds once stood are empty. Museums have closed their doors, and the Eiffel…
Attacks in Paris harms Egyptian tourism: Tourism workers
Tourism workers expect decline in inbound tourism from Europe to unstable Middle East
Leaders in Vienna announce new timetable for Syria as shock from Paris attacks lingers
World leaders meeting in Vienna have announced new measures to bring an end to the war in Syria. The announcement came as the world reels from the brutal terrorist attacks…
Will Syrian refugees in Europe suffer consequences of Paris attacks?
Commentators have already called for banning Middle Eastern refugees from crossing their borders
Ongoing Vienna talks to decide possible French escalation in Syria: Expert
Lack of evidence surround IS’s statement amid speculation of intensified escalation by French forces in Syria
Analysts suggest tighter security measures needed
However, the locations of the attacks were carefully assessed to simultaneously target locations that are not notoriously restive, according to many citizens’ opinions.
Health minister outlines long-term strategy for development
The minister finalised the new medical insurance law, among other decisions
