Lebanon Doubts Blast Probe Be Trustworthy
For many Lebanese, their greatest hope for credible answers about the blast that wrecked much of their capital may lie with outsiders.
Iraq Denounces Turkish Aggression As Endangering Regional Stability
Iraq’s National Security Council denounced a recent deadly drone strike by Turkey on the Arab country as a violation of good neighborly principles, saying the aggression poses a threat to Iraq’s national security as well as regional stability.
China Conducts Combat Drills in Taiwan Strait
A spokesman for the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China said on Thursday that the Chinese troops have recently conducted live combat drills in the Taiwan Strait.
Dozens of Confederate Monuments Downed in US since Floyd’s Death
Dozens of Confederate monuments across the US have been removed since the death of George Floyd and the discussion of institutional racism it inspired.
Israel Launches New Strikes on Gaza Strip
Israel carried out fresh overnight strikes on the Gaza Strip, in response to the alleged launch of “incendiary balloons” across the border from the Palestinian enclave.
Yemen Flash Floods Took 172 Lives in A Month
Flash floods in Yemen, triggered by torrential rains, have killed at least 172 people, and damaged homes and UNESCO-listed world heritage sites across the country.
Philippines Planning for Russian Vaccine Clinical Trial in October
The Philippines plans to launch clinical trials for a Russian coronavirus vaccine in October, with President Rodrigo Duterte expected to be inoculated as early as May next year.
Trump Planning to Send Masks to Schools
US President Donald Trump announced a plan Wednesday to send 125 million reusable masks to schools throughout the country.
Blaze in North of Los Angeles Prompts Evacuation
A fast-moving brush fire north of Los Angeles prompted mandatory evacuation orders for some 500 homes on Wednesday.
Nearly 600 Families Displaced in Yemen Due to Flooding
Nearly 600 families have been displaced by heavy rains and flooding in one week across Yemen, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said.