Iran's Khamenei says Americans should avoid talking 'nonsense' in nuke talks

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:13:33 -0400

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei criticizes U.S. demands on Iran's uranium enrichment, questioning the potential success of upcoming nuclear talks amid ongoing tensions.

Trump hostage envoy dismisses report of Israel abandonment threat as 'fake news'

Tue, 20 May 2025 06:03:31 -0400

Special envoy slams "fake news" report on President Donald Trump’s stance toward Israel, discusses progress in hostage negotiations and says of new US aid going to Gaza that "perhaps there needs to be a replacement for UNRWA."

Israeli ambassador lashes out at UN official, condemns UK, France, Canada statement on aid

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:58:15 -0400

U.K., France and Canada condemn Israel's Gaza operations, urging a ceasefire and more aid. Israeli U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon defends actions and demands hostage release.

Reagan admin official who helped America defeat communism dead at age 83

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:45:04 -0400

Michael A. Ledeen, influential in the Cold War and a proponent of nonviolent revolution in Iran, dies at 83. His work inspired dissidents worldwide.

Trump says Russia, Ukraine to start ceasefire negotiations after Putin call

Mon, 19 May 2025 14:00:04 -0400

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for two hours in a call both called “useful," but offered no breakthrough in Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations.

Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without conscious pilot, investigation reveals

Mon, 19 May 2025 12:56:49 -0400

A Lufthansa Airbus A321 flight experienced a incident on Feb. 17, 2024, when a copilot fainted alone while the captain was on a restroom break.

Trump's tough policies push UK, EU to significantly expand trade and defense

Mon, 19 May 2025 12:10:26 -0400

The U.K. and EU enhance their partnership with new trade and defense deals as President Donald Trump's tariffs challenge and defense policies impact U.S. relations with Western allies.

Iranian president calls for negotiation and dialogue as nuclear talks continue

Mon, 19 May 2025 10:21:45 -0400

As nuclear talks continue, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian seeks dialogue with the U.S., focusing on civilian nuclear rights and potential sanctions relief.

UK, Europe strike post-Brexit deal on defense, trade issues

Mon, 19 May 2025 08:19:37 -0400

UK and EU reach a landmark agreement on fishing rights and defense cooperation, marking a major milestone in relations post-Brexit under PM Keir Starmer.

Russia bombards Ukraine with drones hours after Trump announces talks with Putin

Mon, 19 May 2025 07:38:24 -0400

Russia fired 273 exploding drones at multiple regions of Ukraine after President Donald Trump announced he would be speaking with Vladimir Putin on Monday.

First American pope welcomes Vance and Rubio for private Vatican audience

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:58:53 -0400

U.S. leaders JD Vance and Marco Rubio meet Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, discussing U.S.-Holy See relations, religious freedom, and international issues.

Iran foreign minister vows nuclear enrichment will continue 'with or without a deal'

Sun, 18 May 2025 22:10:24 -0400

Amid U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, Iran's Foreign Minister declares enrichment a national achievement, stressing continuation with or without a deal.

IN PICTURES: Pope Leo XIV addresses 150,000 faithful in inaugural Mass

Sun, 18 May 2025 10:51:25 -0400

Photo collection shows pontiff greeting nearly 150,000 faithful and world leaders at Vatican ceremony

Pope Leo XIV vows to work for unity, peace during inaugural mass

Sun, 18 May 2025 09:10:52 -0400

Pope Leo XIV spoke in front of 200,000 people during his inaugural mass on Sunday, speaking on messages of unity and those suffering due to war.

Pope Leo says family based on ‘union between a man and a woman,’ defends dignity of unborn

Sat, 17 May 2025 16:28:55 -0400

Pope Leo XIV has reaffirmed traditional Catholic views on marriage and dignity of the unborn, emphasizing peace, justice and truth in his first major remarks.

Iran's Khamenei launches blistering attack on Trump after Middle East visit

Sat, 17 May 2025 15:21:04 -0400

Ayatollah Khamenei criticizes Trump post-Middle East visit, calling him a liar and condemning US-Israel relations. Iran's regime labeled as antisemitic by Trump.

Grandmother arrested at abortion clinic warns of expanding free speech 'buffer zones'

Sat, 17 May 2025 09:07:27 -0400

A grandmother who was arrested for holding sign near an abortion clinic warns of growing free speech crackdown as lawmakers push to expand controversial “buffer zones" outside such facilities.

Trump’s Middle East trip handed Israel a historic opportunity — if it chooses to act, experts say

Sat, 17 May 2025 06:00:18 -0400

Despite headlines about a rift, President Donald Trump’s tour pressed Iran, advanced normalization and backed Israel’s security. Experts say that if Jerusalem acts, a historic opportunity awaits.

Russian drone strike in Ukraine kills 9, injures 4 after peace talks, officials say

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:53:03 -0400

A Russian drone strike hit a passenger bus in northeastern Ukraine on Saturday, killing nine people and injuring four others, according to Ukrainian officials.

Kim Jong Un supervises North Korea's air drills, pushes for enhanced war preparation

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:21:23 -0400

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the country's air force drills and stressed the importance of a step-up in war preparation, according to state media.

Melania Trump statue sawed off at the ankles and stolen in Slovenia

Fri, 16 May 2025 17:51:08 -0400

A bronze statue of Melania Trump was stolen in Slovenia. Created by Brad Downey and Ales Zupevc, it replaced a wooden version destroyed by arson in 2020.

UN said to be stalling reforms in hopes Democrats flip House in midterm elections

Fri, 16 May 2025 16:53:23 -0400

Internal UN memos reveal skepticism about proposed budget reforms, suggesting they are a tactic to avoid immediate changes and appease the the Trump administration.

ICC prosecutor behind Netanyahu arrest warrants steps aside amid sexual misconduct probe

Fri, 16 May 2025 14:32:42 -0400

Sexual misconduct allegations against prosecutor Karim Khan have rocked the ICC, prompting calls for the controversial world body to rescind arrest warrants against Israeli leaders.

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire

Fri, 16 May 2025 13:55:41 -0400

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and world leaders discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. President Donald Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict.

Israel turns tables on UN official claiming 'genocide' in Gaza with basic questions

Fri, 16 May 2025 13:16:54 -0400

Israeli U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon slammed U.N. official Tom Fletcher for accusing Israel of carrying out a "genocide" in Gaza. The ambassador said Fletcher's remarks "shattered any notion of neutrality."