World Regions - Page 564

May 23

Iraqi Kurdistan PM doubles down on commitment to US and its allies

Iraqi Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani discusses the region’s partnership with the U.S., the potential ISIS resurgence in Syria and more on ‘Special Report.’ 

May 23

Syria granted sanctions waiver by Trump administration to encourage rebuilding

Syria receives sanctions relief under Trump, allowing reconstruction while prohibiting transactions benefiting Russia, Iran, or Assad regime supporters.

May 23

Ship happens: Man awakes to find 443-foot cargo vessel ran aground in his backyard

A Norwegian man slept through the night as a 443-foot cargo ship ran aground in his yard and came to a stop just a few feet from his bedroom window.

May 23

Bipartisan effort launched to onshore manufacturing of key supplies never before 'Made in USA'

Senators from both parties want to make 'Made in America' the norm for critical infrastructure manufacturing

May 23

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defends BDS support amid Israel controversy

Zohran Mamdani, backed by Democratic Socialists, defends BDS support and critiques Israel, sparking debate in New York City's mayoral race and among Jewish groups.

May 23

Kim Kardashian Paris robbery ringleader and 7 others found guilty

Kim Kardashian's 2016 Paris robbery trial concluded with apologies from the accusers. Among them was Aomar Aït Khedache, 69, the ringleader, who faced a 10-year sentence.

May 23

US Ambassador Barrack named special envoy to Syria amid sanctions relief plan

U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack to lead as Special Envoy for Syria, aiding in sanctions relief and regional stability efforts.

May 23

Former Biden diplomat says there's 'no question' that 'free Palestine' slogan has become a call for violence

After the murder of Israeli staffers, former envoy Lipstadt asserts 'free Palestine' is now a violent slogan, highlighting ongoing antisemitic threats.

May 23

US and Iran clash over uranium enrichment as nuclear talks resume in Rome

U.S. and Iran resume nuclear talks in Rome amid publicized demands. Khamenei criticizes U.S. stance on uranium enrichment, complicating potential deal.

May 23

Trump admin alleges Columbia violated civil rights law with 'deliberate indifference' to campus protests

Columbia University violated federal civil rights law through its "deliberate indifference" toward the anti-Israel protests that have taken place on campus since Oct. 7, 2023.