World Regions - Page 11

March 25

One American's detention in Lebanon exposed a truth that is now devastating an entire country

Hezbollah's unchecked power, backed by Iran, enabled Amer Fakhoury's detention and now fuels a devastating war in Lebanon its people never chose.

March 24

FBI’s ‘Operation Box Cutter’ indicts Chinese pharma firms, terror-linked cartel assets in fentanyl takedown

FBI Director Kash Patel revealed a historic crackdown on Chinese pharmaceutical companies allegedly supplying the Gulf cartel with fentanyl precursors.

March 24

Chicago man accused of synagogue shooting threat, targeting Israeli official released on bond

A Chicago man accused of threatening to shoot up a synagogue and making antisemitic posts on X was freed on $100,000 bond over prosecutors' objection.

March 24

US military sends drones, alongside 200 troops, to Nigeria amid fears of renewed Boko Haram insurgency

The U.S. military deployed MQ-9 Reaper drones to Nigeria for intelligence-gathering and training as the African country is grappling with a security crisis.

March 24

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

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

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

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

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

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.