World Regions - Page 142

January 14

South Korean prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-President Yoon over martial law declaration: 'Self-coup'

An independent counsel demanded a death sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges over his controversial martial law decree.

January 14

Multiple people killed after construction crane falls, derails train in Thailand

A deadly construction accident unfolded in northeastern Thailand when a crane collapsed onto a moving passenger train, officials said.

January 13

Passengers baffled and confused after screams burst from beneath taxiing Air Canada plane

Passengers aboard a taxiing Air Canada flight were left shaken after muffled screams and banging were suddenly heard from beneath the cabin.

January 13

US launches wave of strikes in Somalia targeting ISIS, al-Shabab terror threats

U.S. Africa Command General Michael E. Langley warns of jihadi threat to homeland as airstrikes against al-Shabab and ISIS-Somalia intensify under Trump administration.

January 13

What Trump is doing is in America's best interest, 'Ruthless' co-host says

The 'Special Report' panel weighs in on the possibility of President Donald Trump sending help to Iran and more.

January 13

Secret room to be built at Chinese embassy near cable lines, sparking widespread espionage fears

Unredacted plans for China's new London embassy reveal secret underground chamber near cables, sparking espionage concerns among UK security experts.

January 13

Iran regime opened fire with live ammunition on protesters, doctor says: ‘Shoot-to-kill’

Iranian protests that began Dec. 28 saw security forces shift to live ammunition by Jan. 8, with over 3,000 deaths estimated nationwide.

January 13

Johnson: 'No boots on the ground' for Trump's Greenland acquisition plans amid military speculation

House Speaker Mike Johnson pushes back on military intervention in Greenland, saying no troops will be deployed as Trump pursues the Arctic territory.

January 13

Republican senator condemns alleged Syrian army abuses as ceasefire follows Aleppo fighting

US Senator demands accountability after alleged human rights violations by Syrian forces against Kurdish civilians in Aleppo amid ongoing conflict.

January 13

Iranian student shot in head at close range amid protests, body buried along roadside

Iranian student Rubina Aminian was shot in the head at close range, joining thousands allegedly killed by government forces, according to Iran Human Rights, a Norway-based group.