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Esper in Afghanistan to discuss ‘next steps’ as Trump’s plans fall apart

Esper is in Kabul to see what should be the next step for the Trump administration amid stalled peace talks with the Taliban and escalating violence in Afghanistan.

US forces transferring Daesh terrorists from Syria to Iraq: Report

The American forces have recently transported the terrorists to an unknown location.

Kurdish militants withdrawing from Syrian town of Ras al-Ayn: Turkey

Turkey says Kurdish militants are withdrawing from the border town of Ras al-Ayn according to an agreement brokered with the United States.

Distinguished Iranian scientist kidnapped by US govt. for exporting proteins to Iran

The US government has set another record in human rights violations, by kidnapping a scientist for exporting proteins to Iran!

EU sees ‘chance for ceasefire’ in Afghanistan despite spike in violence

The European Union says there is a chance for a ceasefire in Afghanistan, despite renewed violence in the country and the collapse of US-Taliban talks.

Anti-secession Catalans rally in Spain’s Barcelona

The center-right pro-union Ciudadanos Party, which was born out of opposition to Catalan separatism, holds a rally in front of Catalonia’s regional government headquarters in Barcelona.

Fire affecting waste canal at Iran’s major refinery fully contained

Iran says a fire affecting a waste canal at Abadan Refinery south of the country has fully been contained.

Groups fighting against Kurds funded by US: Report

A new report by a think tank says the US supported and funded most of the Turkish-backed militant factions that are now fighting against Syrian Kurds.

Lebanon anti-government protests continue for fourth day

The gathering was the largest yet in four days of demonstrations.

Argentine border mural builds ties, breaks world records

A mural on a wall near Argentina’s border with Paraguay, which was created by 55 artists from across Latin America, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest pencil-drawn surface in the world.

Longest non-stop passenger flight ends in Sydney after 19 hours

The longest non-stop passenger flight ends in Australia after more than 19 hours.

Lord Mervyn King warns of long-term economic impact of Brexit uncertainty

In a forceful intervention, the former Governor of the Bank of England has expressed indignation about the political elites’ mismanagement of Brexit.

Hamas denounces Israel’s participation in maritime security meeting in Bahrain

The Palestinian resistance group decried Israel’s participation in the forthcoming US-sponsored meeting.

Strike by airline employees grounds flights in Germany

Cabin crew at four Lufthansa subsidiary airlines stage a day-long strike, causing dozens of cancellations at German airports.

Boris Johnson appears undaunted by his parliamentary defeat yesterday

Boris Johnson and his inner circle press ahead with their Brexit plans despite suffering a major defeat at the House of Commons.

British Special Forces in Syria beat a hasty retreat following the US withdrawal

The British military position in north-eastern Syria has collapsed following Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from Syria.

Lebonon’s economic crisis deepens

Germany holds massive anti-terrorism exercise

The German armed forces and police participate in a massive anti-terrorism exercise in Stetten am kalten Markt, in southern Germany.

GOP lawmaker Rooney open to impeaching Trump announces retirement

After saying he would not rule out voting to impeach President Trump, Florida GOP Rep. Rooney announced his retirement on Saturday.

Hong Kong police confront protesters in unauthorized rally

Riot police in Hong Kong use teargas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters attending an unauthorized march in the Chinese city.

30 mummies discovered in Egypt

Egyptian archaeologists reveal the discovery of 30 ancient wooden coffins containing mummies.

India, Pakistan exchange fire over de facto Kashmir border

Indian and Pakistani forces exchange mortar shells and rifle fire in the disputed Kashmir region, leaving multiple casualties.

Israeli will send delegation to anti-Iran summit in Bahrain: Reports

Israeli media reports say the regime will send a delegation to an upcoming anti-Iran conference in Manama co-hosted by Bahrain, the US and Poland.

Trump says G7 summit won’t be held at his Florida resort

US President Trump has abandoned his plan to host the next G7 summit at his Florida golf resort due to Democrats’ “irrational hostility.”

Venezuelans rally in Caracas to support Maduro

People rally on the streets of the Venezuelan capital to show their support for President Nicolas Maduro.