Guantanamo Detainee Released: Kuwaiti Man Freed To Home Country After 14 Years In Cuba
The detainee, who had all charges against him dropped by the U.S. in September last year, alleges sexual abuse while in custody.
After US Troop's Death In Afghanistan, Pentagon Says Soldiers Are In Combat 'Situation,' But Not 'In The Lead'
The Department of Defense said that while soldiers in Helmand province were in a combat situation, they had no official combat role.
Armed Turkish Jets Infiltrate Greek Territory As NATO Members Continue Old Feud
The infiltration adds to the more than 1,300 airspace violations that happened last year around the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea.
Bill Clinton Warned Tony Blair About Iraq Four Years Before Coalition Toppled Saddam Hussein's Regime
Then president, he warned Tony Blair the country spelled trouble years before the British leader joined the 2003 invasion.
EU Refugee Crisis: Sweden-Denmark Border Checks Extended Amid Surge Of Asylum Seekers
Sweden received 160,000 asylum requests last year from refugees inside its borders, which is the highest per capita in the EU.
Algeria-Russia Fighter Jets Deal: Algiers To Buy 12 Su-34 Aircraft In $7.5B Deal
The deal for the jets is part of a $7.5 billion defense contract signed with Russia in 2006.
Veterans Asbestos Legislation: New Bill In Congress Would Toughen Rules To Claim Federal Compensation
But the proposed legislation could mean that some veterans will die before claiming compensation for exposure.
After North Korea Hydrogen Bomb Test, China, Japan, East Asia Security Threats Come Into Focus
Beijing expressed grave concerns after Pyongyang said it tested a hydrogen bomb, but it will not yet give up on the reclusive country, analysts said.
Oil Prices 2016: Saudi Arabia, Iran Rivalry Fuels Grim Outlook Amid Slow China Economy, US Export Ban's End
Iran is set to ramp up petroleum exports after sanctions are lifted, but Saudi Arabia wants to keep prices down. How low will oil sink in 2016?
NATO Causing Russia Security Concerns Over Montenegro Membership And Hostility In Eastern Europe
Russia is concerned by what it has called NATO expansionism: the introduction of Montenegro and remaining hostilities on the eastern front.
Amid Airstrikes In Syria, US Officials Admire Russia's Cost-Effective Military Campaign
Since Russia became militarily involved in the Syrian war in September, it’s estimated that its annual costs will total about $1-2 billion.
North, South Korea Relations: Wall Between Countries Should Be Destroyed, State-Run Media Says
A state-run newspaper called on South Korea to bring down a controversial wall in order to improve relations between the two countries.
US Military Urban Combat Training: Virtual Reality Could Be Used To Prepare For Fighting In Megacities
U.S. military officials concerned about preparing soldiers for future combat in megacities.
Tornado Strikes Near Birmingham, Alabama, Destroying Buildings
At least 15 people have been killed in recent days in storms across the South, with new flash floods in central Alabama.
Real IRA Bomb Concerns Still Exist On British Mainland, UK Security Services Suggest
The spy agency's assessments of terrorist threats conclude that Irish factions rejecting the peace process aspire to target the U.K.
Russia, Taliban Target ISIS As Moscow Gathers Intelligence From Afghanistan Group
Russia says the Afghan Taliban is feeding it intelligence to use against the Islamic State group in Syria, and it could be shared with other countries.
Iraqi Troops Close In On ISIS-Held Ramadi As Government Announces Mosul Is Next
As Iraqi troops come close to reclaiming Ramadi, the Baghdad government announces Mosul is next on its Islamic State group hit list.
India, Russia Both Support End To Syrian War After Modi Meets Putin In Moscow
India and Russia have enjoyed strong ties in recent years, with New Delhi buying billions of dollars in weapons from Moscow.
Sanders And O'Malley Condemn Immigration Raid Idea By Department Of Homeland Security
The raids are designed to thwart future illegal immigration from Central America where drought and violence have displaced people.
US Iran Hostages Win Compensation 36 Years After Release By Tehran
More than 30 years after their ordeal, Americans held captive in Iran between 1979 and 1981 will receive as much as $4.4 million each.
Battle For Ramadi: Iraqi Troops Close In On Final ISIS Fighters Left In City, But Face Stiff Resistance
If the government forces recapture the city, it would be both a strategic and symbolic win for the Iraqi military, which lost control of it about seven months ago.
Amid Civil War, Central African Republic Elections Delayed Because Of Logistical Issues
The elections have been postponed four times since February because of insecurity and logistical challenges, despite the presence of international peacekeepers.
Russia Objects To US Nuclear Missile System Deployment In Romania
Russia argues the U.S. has broken the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty with a missile-launching system in the central European country.
What Does 'Schlonged' Mean? Donald Trump's Hillary Clinton Insult Is Yiddish Word
Referring to Hillary Clinton's loss to Barack Obama in the 2008 Democratic primary race, Trump told supporters this week that "she got schlonged, she lost."
Amid Iraqi Gains Against ISIS In Ramadi, Questions Linger Over Army's Ability To Take And Hold The City
As government forces make gains in the city against the Islamic State group, it’s yet to be seen if they can maintain control there.
The Cost Of Fighting Terrorism: Russia's Anti-ISIS War Is $8M Per Day, Doubling After Downing Of Su-24 Jet By Turkey
The Russian government has estimated that operations will last another year, which means the cost of the total intervention could reach almost $3 billion.
South China Sea Dispute: Japan Spots Armed Chinese Ships Patrolling Senkaku Islands
Japan reported seeing four Chinese coast guard ships entering its contiguous waters near the disputed Senkaku Island chain.
The Fight Against ISIS: France To Tell Russia To Step Up Anti-Islamic State Airstrikes In Syria
The French defense minister is proposing that Moscow share intelligence to track French and Russian nationals in the Islamic State group.
India-Russia Weapons Deal? $7B For S-400 Missile Defense, Submarines, Frigates From Moscow Could Be Agreed On Soon
India also wants to discuss a possible purchase of two diesel-electric submarines, 48 military transport helicopters and 150 armored fighting vehicles.
Amid Anti-ISIS Fight, 90% Of Islamic State Oil Destroyed By US-Led Coalition Airstrikes In Syria And Iraq
In targeting oil, coalition jets and ground force allies made up of Kurdish and Syrian rebel groups, have stopped the terror group from bringing in $50 million a month in profit.
