August 2017
U.S. Defense Secretary: We Are Considering Diplomatic Options in Dealing with North Korea
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis reaffirmed the importance of diplomatic solutions in dealing with North Korea, despite President Trump's earlier dismissal of dialogue. This comes…
Pakistan's Prime Minister Says Trump's Strategy in Afghanistan 'Will Not Be Effective'
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi criticized U.S. President Trump's new strategy for Afghanistan, asserting it will not succeed and calling for a political solution.…
Fire in Southern Tehran on the First Working Day of the New Mayor
A significant fire broke out in two warehouses in southern Tehran on the first working day of newly elected Mayor Mohammad Ali Najafi, causing financial…
North Korea Fires Three Short-Range Ballistic Missiles
North Korea has launched three short-range ballistic missiles amid ongoing U.S.-South Korea military exercises. The U.S. Pacific Command reported the launches were unsuccessful and did…
Kushner Meets Abbas: Trump Remains Optimistic About Peace
Jared Kushner met with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah, expressing Trump's continued optimism for peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Abbas indicated Palestinian willingness to cooperate with…
A Celebration That Revealed Differences
The Critics and Writers Association's awards ceremony exposed significant divisions among Iranian filmmakers, highlighted by Jamshid Mashayekhi's criticism of Ezzatollah Entezami and Jafar Panahi's refusal…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Areas in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces have retaken two areas in Tal Afar from ISIS amidst ongoing military operations supported by the U.S. Secretary of Defense's visit to Iraq.…
Rocket Strikes Diplomatic Area in Kabul
A rocket struck a diplomatic area in Kabul, Afghanistan, as President Trump prepares to announce new strategies for the country. The Taliban has warned against…
Mattis: Trump Has Made a Decision on Afghanistan Strategy After Careful Consideration
U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis announced that President Trump has made a decision regarding the U.S. strategy in Afghanistan after careful consideration. The White…
Trump: Many Decisions Made at Camp David Meeting, Including on Afghanistan
Donald Trump announced that significant decisions, including those regarding Afghanistan, were made during a meeting with national security advisors at Camp David. While some officials…
Three Killed in Virginia Violence and Related Events
Violence during a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, resulted in three deaths and 35 injuries, including a woman killed by a car that plowed…
Continued Threats from North Korea Regarding Attack on Guam
North Korea has announced a potential plan to attack Guam, responding to U.S. threats with its own missile launch plans. This escalation follows recent missile…
Israeli Prime Minister: Corruption Allegations Against Me Will Lead Nowhere
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims that corruption allegations against him will not succeed and he will remain in power. He accuses political rivals and…
Former Chief of Staff to Benjamin Netanyahu to Testify Against Him
Former chief of staff Hary Ero has agreed to testify against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid ongoing police investigations into allegations of bribery and…
Israeli Soldier's Appeal in Murder Case Rejected
An Israeli military court has upheld the conviction of soldier Elor Azaria for the murder of a Palestinian attacker, rejecting his appeal. The case has…