YPG makes gains against ISIS in war-torn Hasaka

YPG makes gains against ISIS in war-torn Hasaka
HASAKA, Syria – The Kurdish People's Protection Units, or YPG, have captured a key district of southern Hasaka, as fierce fighting continues against ISIS in the disputed city. The Kurdish fighter, backed by coalition warplanes, managed on F…

Insight – After gains, Syria rebels face tough fight for Deraa, Aleppo

Insight – After gains, Syria rebels face tough fight for Deraa, Aleppo
And there have been renewed pledges of support from Iran, which has helped to mobilise foreign Shi'ite militias to fight in Syria. Senior Iranian official Ali Akbar Velayati said in a recent newspaper interview that M…

Analysis: ISIS Gains Momentum With Palmyra, Assad Squeezed on Multiple Fronts

Analysis: ISIS Gains Momentum With Palmyra, Assad Squeezed on Multiple Fronts
ISIS' conquest of the ancient city of Palmyra marked the latest in a series of setbacks for the Syrian regime, but analysts say not to count out President Bashar Assad just yet. This week's capture of the…

Crude oil sinks on Iran deal as India leads Asian stock gains

Crude oil sinks on Iran offer as India sales opportunities Asian inventory gains
Shares in Daelim Industrial Co., which had about 38% of its revenue coming from the Center East previous quarter, climbed one% even though Samsung Engineering Co. surged three.1%. Defense-relevant shares rallied…