World Regions - Page 352

August 25

‘Bold’ general who led US’ ‘Midnight Hammer’ strikes on Iran ends Middle East reign

Gen. Michael "Erik" Kurilla hands over CENTCOM leadership to Adm. Brad Cooper after overseeing Iran strikes and Houthis operations during his tenure as commander.

August 25

US ally summons Trump ambassador over 'unacceptable' antisemitism allegations

U.S. ambassador Charles Kushner faces a diplomatic rebuke from France over his letter linking Palestinian state recognition to antisemitic incidents.

August 25

MIKE POMPEO: How Trump can save Lebanon from Iran's influence

This Trump administration can counter Iranian proxy Hezbollah in Lebanon by ending UNIFIL mission and supporting Lebanese Armed Forces.

August 25

Ancient Roman apartment building found beneath public square amid subway construction

Excavators uncovered a rare multi-story ancient Roman apartment building in Piazza Venezia, dating to the late Republic period. Workers found the structure amid subway work.

August 25

Fiddling while Rome burns: America ignores China’s rising red tide

China builds massive military capabilities targeting 2027 Taiwan readiness while U.S. forces remain overstretched across multiple global commitments.

August 24

Russia says Ukrainian drones hit nuclear power plant during Independence Day strikes

Russia reports Ukrainian drone attacks hit nuclear facilities and sparked fires in Kursk and Leningrad regions as Ukraine marks 34th Independence Day.

August 24

Thousands attend corgi competition featuring 120 teams from across Europe: 'He's really proud'

Thousands attended the two-day corgi racing event in Lithuania's capital as teams from Poland, Germany, Austria and Italy competed in various contests.

August 24

Kate Middleton's new blonde hair might be more than just a style choice, expert says

Psychologist explains Kate Middleton's new blonde hair transformation could represent reclaiming agency and embracing a brighter outlook after cancer treatment.

August 24

Russian foreign minister accuses NBC host of wanting something to 'sell' during tense Ukraine exchange

NBC's Kristen Welker pressed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on whether they invaded Ukraine and on whether they felt Ukraine had a right to exist.

August 24

Russian war hero 'the Executioner' allegedly ordered troops to shoot him in massive payout scheme: report

Elite Russian unit commander faces fraud charges for allegedly ordering soldiers to shoot him and others to collect fake combat injury benefits.