World Regions - Page 146

January 13

US accuses Russia of 'dangerous and inexplicable escalation' in Ukraine war during peace negotiations

The United States accused Russia of "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" after new attacks on Ukraine's energy and civilian infrastructure.

January 13

Iran protests spark regime survival question as exiled dissident says it feels like a ‘revolution’

Iran faces unprecedented protests as citizens unite around overthrowing the Islamic Republic, marking the most serious threat to the regime since 1979.

January 13

As Iran weakens, questions grow over Mohammed bin Salman’s regional ambitions

Saudi Arabia asserts bold foreign policy as Iran weakens, reshaping Middle East power dynamics through strategic partnerships and regional realignments.

January 13

Former US Navy sailor learns sentence for spying for China

Former Navy sailor Jinchao Wei sentenced to 200 months in prison for selling classified military secrets to Chinese intelligence officer for $12,000.

January 13

Trump has three strike options that would aid the protesters and devastate Iran

Military options against Iran include strikes on ballistic missile sites and Shahed drone factories as Trump warns of hitting "levels never seen before" if U.S. troops attacked.

January 13

Hundreds of mysterious old shoes wash up on beach during cleanup, baffling officials

Hundreds of mysterious, old-fashioned shoes washed up on Ogmore Beach in Wales, baffling local officials who are pondering two theories about the shoes' origin.

January 13

LIZ PEEK: Trump is putting America first by backing Iran into a corner

Iran teeters on revolution as President Donald Trump threatens retaliation against Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's crackdown on protesters in Tehran streets.

January 13

Bipartisan lawmakers propose bill to block military action against NATO members amid threats to take Greenland

A group of bipartisan lawmakers introduced legislation to block President Donald Trump from invading a NATO country or territory, including Greenland.

January 13

Iranians able to make some international calls as internet remains blocked amid protests

Iranians could make phone calls abroad after a communications blackout during a crackdown on anti-regime protests, but internet and text messaging remain restricted.

January 12

Cuba’s president defiant, says no negotiations scheduled as Trump moves to choke off oil lifeline

Cuba rejects Trump's deal demands as Venezuelan oil lifeline ends. President Díaz-Canel says no negotiations with Washington despite energy crisis threats.