World Regions - Page 137

March 24, 2026

North Korean dictator says government will keep cementing nation's 'irreversible status as a nuclear power'

North Korean figure Kim Jong Un said the government will bolster the nation's "irreversible status as a nuclear power," The Associated Press reported.

March 24, 2026

Mattis identifies 'problem' if US declares victory over Iran now

The U.S. is in a "tough spot" because Iran would claim control of the Strait of Hormuz if the war stopped now, former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said.

March 24, 2026

NATO scrambles jets as Russia fires nearly 400 drones toward Ukraine, signaling new spring offensive

Russia launched nearly 400 drones and missiles at Ukraine, prompting Poland and Romania to scramble NATO fighter jets as strikes neared their airspace.

March 24, 2026

Defiant Iran vows to fight 'until complete victory,' despite heavy military losses

An Iranian military spokesman said Tuesday that Tehran's armed forces will battle "until complete victory," despite the U.S. reporting heavy losses for them.

March 24, 2026

American officials issue 'worldwide caution' advisory for travelers amid global conflict

The State Department issued a "worldwide caution" alert warning Americans abroad about Iran-linked threats, urging heightened caution in the Middle East.

March 24, 2026

Police investigating Alabama student Jimmy Gracey’s death pursue no charges as they await toxicology, autopsy

Spanish authorities are not pursuing criminal charges in Jimmy Gracey's death, as a preliminary autopsy points to an accident in Barcelona.

March 24, 2026

Trump taps Nick Adams for patriotic, pro-America special presidential envoy role

President Donald Trump has tapped Nick Adams for the position of special presidential envoy for American tourism, exceptionalism and values.

March 24, 2026

DETAILS: US may put 'boots on ground' in Iran

Retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg suggests a high-stakes military intervention using Amphibious Ready Groups and the 82nd Airborne to seize the Strait of Hormuz and Kharg Island, aiming to strip Iran of its oil revenue for a diplomatic resolution.

March 24, 2026

Gavin Newsom regrets calling Israel 'apartheid state,' but sounds alarm on 'legitimate' concern in region

Gov. Gavin Newsom said he regretted describing Israel an apartheid state, clarifying he referenced a Tom Friedman article about Bibi Netanyahu's direction.

March 24, 2026

Afghanistan frees US citizen Dennis Coyle over a year after Taliban arrest

American academic Dennis Coyle who has was held by the Taliban in Kabul without charges since January 2025, has been released and is heading home.