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28.03.2024 00:15
Former US Senator and Vice-Presidential Nominee Joe Lieberman Dies at 82
Lieberman, a longtime senator from Connecticut who served from 1989 to 2013, passed away in New York City on Wednesday due to complications from a fall. His family confirmed his death in a statement, expressing that Lieberman's love for God, family, and America endured throughout his life of public...



22.02.2024 09:45
Julian Assange too unwell to attend final appeal against US extradition
British judges at the High Court in London are set to rule on whether Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, will be extradited to the United States to face espionage charges. Assange, who has been battling the extradition bid for over a decade, launched a last-ditch legal bid to block the order...



17.02.2024 23:52
Georgia Mourns Soldiers Killed in Jordan Drone Attack
Family, friends, and military colleagues gathered in Georgia to pay their respects to three Army Reserve soldiers who were killed in a drone attack on a U.S. military outpost in Jordan. The first funeral service was held for Staff Sgt. William Jerome Rivers in Carrollton, where the 46-year-old rese...



08.02.2024 11:17
Tragic helicopter crash claims lives of 5 US Marines in California
Five US Marines have tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash that occurred on Tuesday night in the mountains outside San Diego, California. The aircraft involved was a CH-53E Super Stallion, and it went down during stormy weather. The helicopter was discovered on Wednesday morning near th...



03.02.2024 04:53
President Biden honors fallen US troops killed in Jordan drone attack
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended the dignified transfer of the remains of three U.S. soldiers who were killed in an aerial drone attack at an outpost in Jordan. The ceremony took place at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, where the flag-draped cases containing the bodies were...



30.01.2024 01:49
Pentagon Identifies 3 US Soldiers Killed in Jordan Drone Attack
In a tragic turn of events, three US troops were killed in a drone attack on an American base in Jordan. The Pentagon has identified the fallen soldiers as Sgt William Jerome Rivers, 46, of Carrollton, Georgia; Spc Kennedy Ladon Sanders, 24, of Waycross, Georgia, and Spc Breonna Alexsondria Moffett...



28.01.2024 13:12
US Troops Killed and Injured in Iran-Backed Drone Attack in Jordan
In a tragic incident, three American service members were killed and 25 others were injured in an unmanned aerial drone attack on a base in Jordan. President Joe Biden and the U.S. military have attributed the attack to radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq. The attack too...



25.01.2024 20:17
U.S. strikes Iranian-backed militias in Iraq over wave of attacks on American forces
In a series of escalating events, American forces have launched airstrikes on Iran-backed militias in both Iraq and Yemen, drawing criticism from Baghdad and further exacerbating tensions in the Middle East. The strikes in Iraq targeted sites used by Kataib Hezbollah and other Tehran-supported grou...



21.01.2024 14:46
US conducts fourth round of strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen
In a series of targeted strikes, American forces have once again launched an attack on Houthi rebels in Yemen. This marks the fourth time in less than a week that the US has targeted the rebel group. The latest strikes were aimed at 14 Houthi missiles that were loaded and ready to be fired from Yem...



20.01.2024 20:00
U.S. Personnel Injured in Iranian-Backed Missile Attack on Iraq Airbase
US personnel suffered minor injuries during an attack on the Ain Al-Asad airbase in western Iraq on Saturday, according to reports. The base, which hosts US and other international military troops, was targeted by at least a dozen missiles. While 13 of the projectiles were shot down, two fell on th...



16.01.2024 10:36
Iran claims responsibility for strikes near US consulate in northern Iraq
In a series of violent incidents, Iran's foreign minister confirmed that Iranian forces launched ballistic missiles at targets in both Iraq and Syria. The strikes occurred near the under-construction U.S. consulate in Erbil, Iraq, causing condemnation from both the U.S. and Iraq. The attacks are be...



09.01.2024 09:33
Blinken Visits Middle East to Prevent Escalation of Gaza War
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is currently on a week-long trip to the Middle East, where he is working to prevent the Gaza conflict from spreading and advocating for a political solution for the Palestinians. During a press conference at Al Ula airport in Saudi Arabia, Blinken emphasized the...



04.01.2024 22:42
US Airstrike Eliminates Iran-Backed Militia Leader Amid Rising Tensions
In a recent development, the US military conducted an airstrike in Iraq, targeting a high-ranking commander of Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba, an Iranian proxy group responsible for attacks on American forces in the Middle East. The precision strike, which took place in Baghdad, resulted in the death...



04.01.2024 12:38
US Drone Strike Targets Iranian-Backed Militia in Iraq, Prompting Iraqi Condemnation
In a dramatic turn of events, a drone strike in Baghdad on Thursday resulted in the death of a senior figure in an Iran-linked militant group, along with two others. The strike drew sharp criticism from the Iraqi government as well as allied groups, who blamed the United States for the attack. The...



30.12.2023 20:02
Christian persecution in Nigeria ignored as jihadists brutally kill over 100 believers
In the midst of the world's Christmas celebrations, Nigeria is mourning the tragic loss of over 100 Christians who were brutally killed in what has been described as a never-ending massacre. Amnesty International reports that armed bandits ran amok in approximately 20 communities across central Nig...



26.12.2023 04:41
Israeli airstrike kills top Iranian commander, Tehran warns of retaliation
In a recent development that has escalated tensions between Iran and Israel, an Israeli airstrike outside Damascus in Syria on Monday resulted in the death of a top Iranian commander. Sayyed Razi Mousavi, a senior adviser in Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), was killed in the attack....



26.12.2023 03:03
US retaliates after 3 American service members injured by Kataib Hezbollah attack in Iraq
President Biden Orders Retaliatory Airstrikes in Iraq After US Soldiers Wounded in Drone Strike by Iran-Backed Terrorists In a significant development, President Joe Biden has ordered retaliatory airstrikes in Iraq following a drone strike by Iran-backed terrorists that wounded three US soldiers, o...



18.12.2023 22:10
BP halts Red Sea oil shipments amidst rising attack threats
Global oil prices surged on Monday after BP announced that it would halt tanker shipments through the Red Sea. This decision comes as the Yemen-based Houthi armed group continues to launch drone and missile attacks against merchant ships, making the shipping lane increasingly dangerous. The attacks...



02.12.2023 17:00
Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor passes away at 93
Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, passed away on Friday at the age of 93. O'Connor, known for her moderate conservatism and tenacious spirit, was nominated by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, breaking 191 years of male exclusivity...



26.11.2023 16:33
Sen. Cotton: 'Massive retaliation' against Iran needed to end attacks on US assets
In a recent interview on "Fox News Sunday," Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas called for a strong and forceful response from President Biden to the spate of attacks on US assets in the Middle East. Cotton criticized the president for being too restrained in his approach to Iran, which has been carryin...



19.11.2023 20:14
Bidens Serve Thanksgiving Dinner to Service Members
President Joe Biden kicked off the Thanksgiving holiday week with a visit to naval installations in Norfolk, Virginia. Accompanied by First Lady Jill Biden, the president introduced an early screening of the upcoming movie "Wonka" at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads. The film, centered around t...



17.11.2023 08:24
Families of 5 Minnesota men killed by police sue agency to force release of investigation files
Minnesota Families Sue for Release of Investigative Files on Police Shootings In a lawsuit filed on Monday, the families of five Minnesota men who were killed by police officers have demanded the release of investigative files by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). The families argue that th...



13.11.2023 16:05
U.S. airstrikes on Iran-backed targets in Syria kill at least 8 fighters, war monitor says
In the past 24 hours, Iranian-backed militants have launched four attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria, bringing the total number of attacks to 52 in less than a month, according to U.S. defense officials. These attacks prompted Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to issue a warning, stating that if...



12.11.2023 20:59
Iranian Dissidents Fear for Their Lives as Intimidation and Assassination Attempts Persist
In a shocking revelation, it has been discovered that Iran is hiring hitmen around the world to intimidate, abduct, and assassinate individuals who are perceived as enemies of the regime. This revelation comes amidst escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with Iranian-backed militias regula...



12.11.2023 19:56
US retaliates, strikes Iran-linked facility after ongoing attacks
The United States has carried out yet another round of strikes against Iran-linked sites in Syria, marking the third time in less than three weeks that the U.S. military has targeted locations in the country. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the strikes, stating that they were in response t...



11.11.2023 19:30
U.S. military aircraft crashes in Mediterranean during training, no signs of hostility
In a tragic incident, an American military aircraft crashed on Friday night in the eastern Mediterranean Sea during a training operation, according to the U.S. European Command (EUCOM). The aircraft, details of which have not been disclosed, experienced a mishap and went down, as confirmed by EUCOM...



06.11.2023 07:48
Key Updates: Israel, Trump Trial, Extreme Weather Dominate Headlines on Nov. 6
Muslim Student at Stanford University Advocates for Love and Inclusivity After Being Struck in Hate Crime A Muslim student at Stanford University is speaking out about the importance of love, understanding, and inclusivity after he was recently struck by a car in what authorities are calling a hate...



05.11.2023 23:52
Biden and Blinken Strive to Secure Peace Amidst Gaza Conflict
US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken made a surprise visit to both the West Bank and Iraq on Sunday, as part of his efforts to address the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip and to deter Iran from escalating the situation. In the West Bank, Blinken held an unannounced meeting with Palestinian Au...



29.10.2023 11:48
Transcript: National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on "Face the Nation," Oct. 29, 2023
In an interview with Margaret Brennan, Robert Mardini, the Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), discussed the aid efforts in Gaza. Mardini stated that while they were able to deliver additional trucks of medicines, surgical equipment, and water to Gaza, it is sti...



27.10.2023 03:44
U.S. Retaliates, Strikes Iranian-Backed Militias in Syria
In a strong message to Iran, the United States conducted two airstrikes on facilities used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps and its proxies in eastern Syria early Friday. These strikes were in retaliation for a series of recent rocket and drone attacks against American forces in Iraq an...



26.10.2023 21:48
US Blames Iran for Aiding Attacks, Launches Offensive in Syria
The United States has launched airstrikes on two facilities in Syria that were used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iran-backed groups, according to the Pentagon. These strikes were in response to a series of attacks against US forces in Iraq and Syria. The Biden administration had...



24.10.2023 01:10
U.S. Urges Israel to Delay Gaza Invasion
The Biden administration is expressing concerns about Israel's lack of achievable military objectives in Gaza and the readiness of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to launch a successful ground invasion. Senior administration officials have been in contact with their Israeli counterparts, emphasizin...



21.10.2023 23:34
U.S. sending U.S. carrier strike group, additional air defense systems to Persian Gulf
The Pentagon has announced that it will be deploying an aircraft carrier and air defense systems to the Middle East in response to increasing attacks on U.S. facilities, believed to be carried out by Iranian-backed groups. The decision comes as tensions continue to rise amid the Israel-Hamas confli...



21.10.2023 21:56
US Navy Warship Thwarts Yemeni Missile Attack
US Navy Warship Downs Missiles and Drones Possibly Headed for Israel, Escalating Regional Tensions A US Navy warship has intercepted multiple missiles and drones launched by Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen, potentially aimed at targets in Israel, according to the Pentagon. The USS Carney,...



21.10.2023 01:39
Amid Israel-Hamas War, US military bases in Syria face drone strikes
US Military Bases in Syria and Iraq Targeted by Drones In a concerning development, a pair of US military bases in Syria were targeted by drones this week, raising concerns of Iran-backed proxies using the Israel-Hamas conflict as an opportunity to strike at American forces. The first attack occurr...



18.10.2023 22:15
SEAN HANNITY: If Iran gets directly involved 'all bets are off' in the Middle East
Middle East on the Brink: Rising Tensions, Anti-Semitism, and Threats of Involvement from Iran In a recent segment on FOX News, host Sean Hannity expressed his concern over the escalating tensions in the Middle East, describing the region as a "powder keg" ready to explode. Hannity highlighted the...



18.10.2023 17:44
Drone attack on base hosting US troops intercepted in Iraq, heightening fears of a broader conflict
In a spate of drone attacks over the last 24 hours, coalition forces were slightly injured at U.S. bases in Iraq. Two drones targeted a base in western Iraq, while another drone targeted a base in northern Iraq. Fortunately, forces were able to intercept all three drones. Two of the drones were des...



08.10.2023 18:05
Iran's involvement in deadly Hamas attack on Israel revealed: report
In a shocking revelation, senior members of terrorist groups Hamas and Hezbollah have reported that Iran had a hand in planning the deadly attack on Israel that took place on Saturday. According to these sources, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) held meetings with Hamas and Hezbollah si...



26.09.2023 20:48
Deadly Wedding Hall Fire in Iraq Claims Over 100 Lives
A tragic incident unfolded in northern Iraq's Nineveh province on Wednesday, as a fire engulfed a wedding hall, claiming the lives of at least 100 people and leaving 150 others injured. The venue, located in the Hamdaniya area, is situated just outside the city of Mosul, approximately 205 miles nor...



04.09.2023 23:22
Lionel Messi's Bodyguard Protects Against Rogue Fan in Front of Hollywood A-Listers
In a star-studded affair at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, Hollywood heavy hitters gathered to witness the Inter Miami-LAFC Major League Soccer match. Little did they know that they were in for a treat, thanks to the legendary Lionel Messi. While Messi shone on the field with two assists in Inter Miam...



02.09.2023 06:07
US military urges halt to clashes in eastern Syria amid concerns of ISIS resurgence
Conflict Erupts in Northeast Syria, Threatening Stability and Security On Monday, a violent conflict erupted in northeast Syria, specifically in the oil-rich Deir el-Zour province, between rival groups that are part of the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) coalition. This clash, which resu...



30.08.2023 08:15
3M to pay $6bn settlement in US military earplug lawsuit
3M, the Minnesota-based multinational conglomerate, has agreed to pay a staggering $6.01 billion to settle lawsuits filed by United States military veterans and service members who claim to have suffered hearing loss as a result of using the company's Combat Arms earplugs. The settlement, announced...



14.08.2023 17:38
Liberals criticize Dem senator for viral anthem 'Rich Men North of Richmond'
A new blue-collar political anthem titled "Rich Men North of Richmond" is making waves online, resonating with millions of viewers. The song, created by Virginia native Oliver Anthony, is a twangy, soulful bluegrass tune that expresses the frustration of a blue-collar man who is fed up with the lea...



11.08.2023 20:58
White House Limits Unfrozen Iranian Funds
In a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, five dual US-Iranian citizens imprisoned in Iran have been released from Evin prison and placed under house arrest. The move is part of a potential prisoner swap deal between the two countries, which aims t...



11.08.2023 19:53
White House Imposes Restrictions on Unfrozen Iranian Funds
In a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, five dual US-Iranian citizens imprisoned in Iran have been released from Evin prison and placed under house arrest. The move is part of a potential prisoner swap deal between the two countries, which aims t...



11.08.2023 17:44
White House: There will be restrictions on any unfrozen Iranian funds
In a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, five dual US-Iranian citizens imprisoned in Iran have been released from Evin prison and placed under house arrest. The released prisoners include Siamak Namazi, Emad Sharghi, and Morad Tahbaz, while the id...



21.07.2023 12:22
Protesters Set Swedish Embassy in Iraq Ablaze Over Quran Desecration
Protesters in Iraq have stormed the Swedish Embassy in Baghdad in response to a planned Quran burning in Sweden. The demonstrators overran the diplomatic compound, set a small fire, and waved flags and signs showing the influential Iraqi Shiite cleric and political leader Muqtada al-Sadr. The attac...


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