World Regions - Page 556

May 28

Freed Israeli hostage says Hamas captors 'wanted Kamala to be elected,' were 'very scared' of Trump's return

Former Israeli hostage Omer Shem Tov told CNN his Hamas captors feared President Donald Trump's return to office and that his treatment improved after Trump won the November election.

May 28

US and Germany are working ‘shoulder by shoulder’ to end war in Ukraine: German foreign minister

German foreign minister Johann Wadephul discusses his country’s efforts in Russia-Ukraine negotiations and support for Israel on ‘The Story.’

May 28

Rubio urged to punish Iraq with 'maximum pressure' sanctions for its 'complete subjugation' by Iran

GOP lawmakers push for sanctions on Iraq, citing its subjugation by Iran and the need to halt U.S. aid, highlighting past policy failures and security concerns.

May 28

Israel's UN ambassador claims international body is siding with Hamas

Israeli U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon claimed the U.N. is threatening NGOs who chose to work with the new U.S.-backed humanitarian aid initiative. (Video: UNTV.)

May 28

Judge takes step toward possible release of detained Russian Harvard scientist accused of smuggling

Russian scientist at Harvard, Kseniia Petrova, wins a legal battle against ICE detention amid smuggling charges, deportation efforts.

May 28

Trump confirms he told Netanyahu to back off Iran strikes amid nuclear talks

Trump advises Netanyahu to avoid military action against Iran as nuclear talks progress, highlighting tensions and diplomatic efforts to prevent conflict escalation.

May 28

Russia says 'Trump is not being sufficiently informed' after calling Putin 'absolutely CRAZY'

A Russian official said "Trump is not being sufficiently informed about what is really happening in the context of the Ukrainian-Russian confrontation."

May 28

Netanyahu says Israel has killed Hamas' Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday that Israel has killed senior Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar, one of Israel's most wanted targets.

May 28

Rare diamond brooch found hiding in jewelry box delivers 'special moment'

A diamond brooch hidden in a jewelry box of low-value items was spotted by an expert and later sold for over $3,100, helping to break auction records for the U.K. firm that sold it.

May 28

Iran hangs a man convicted of spying for Israel

Iran's supreme court upholds Pedram Madani's death sentence for espionage as executions in the country reach alarming levels, state media reports.