U.S. Navy destroyers successfully intercepted and neutralized multiple Houthi-launched missiles and drones during their transit of the Gulf of Aden on December 9th and 10th, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).The USS Stockdale and USS O’Kane, while providing escort to U.S. commercial ships, engaged and destroyed a series of Houthi…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday his desire to establish diplomatic ties with Syria's new government following the removal of Bashar al-Assad, but warned of forceful retaliation if Syria poses a threat to Israel.In a televised address, Netanyahu stated Israel's aim to have relations with the new Syrian…
Footage shows a scene reminiscent of science fiction: spherical robots patrolling alongside police officers.Logon Technology, a Chinese robotics company, introduced the RT-G autonomous spherical robot, describing it as a technological advancement designed for assisting or replacing humans in hazardous situations.These spherical robots are amphibious, functioning on both land and water.The…
The recent regime change in Syria has intensified the Biden administration's efforts to locate and return American journalist and Marine veteran Austin Tice.This renewed push to secure Tice's release, twelve years after his abduction, involves envoy Roger Carstens's outreach in Beirut and attempts to gather information from Syrian sources, according…
A significant deployment of Chinese naval vessels and aircraft over the past 24 hours has prompted concerns from Taiwanese defense officials, who warn of a potential escalation towards conflict amid heightened regional tensions.China's military activity involves approximately a dozen ships and 47 aircraft in waters surrounding Taiwan, coinciding with planned…
Following surgery to address an intracranial hemorrhage, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is currently stable and under observation in an intensive care unit at Sirio-Libanes hospital, according to a statement released early Tuesday morning.The 79-year-old president underwent the procedure after experiencing headaches attributed by physicians to a fall…
Following the Syrian dictator's regime collapse after a protracted civil war and decades of family rule, concerns remain regarding the fate of his substantial chemical weapons stockpile. While many celebrated the dictator's downfall, apprehension exists internationally about the potential consequences. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is…
JERUSALEM — The swift collapse of the Syrian regime has drawn sharp criticism of the Biden administration's attempts to claim victory over a brutal Middle Eastern dictatorship.Concerns are rising regarding a potential blind spot in the administration's Syria policy, where approximately 900 U.S. troops and contractors are deployed in the…
A new Taliban decree prohibits Afghan women from pursuing nursing and midwifery studies, representing another setback for women's rights since the group's takeover. This latest directive eliminates one of the few remaining educational opportunities available to women.Manizha Bakhtari, Afghanistan's ambassador to Austria, described the decision as devastating, crushing the aspirations…
Following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) deployed paratroopers and armored vehicles into Syrian territory on Sunday to conduct defensive operations in the Golan Heights.The IDF stated the deployment aimed to proactively protect the Golan Heights amidst the instability in Syria. This action follows recent…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will testify in his corruption trial for the first time on Tuesday. The trial, which began in 2020, alleges fraud and bribery related to media deals.This legal action unfolds against a backdrop of multiple regional conflicts, including ongoing tensions with Iran and its proxies, and…
The unexpected downfall of Bashar al-Assad's regime has created significant regional and international repercussions, marking a dramatic shift after a protracted 13-year civil war. Assad's rule, long supported by Russia and Iran, has ended, leaving his former backers to contend with the consequences. The implications for these two nations, and…
Following allegations of rebellion and other offenses related to his brief declaration of martial law, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is now subject to a travel ban, imposed by the Justice Ministry on Monday.Yoon's declaration of martial law last Tuesday resulted in the deployment of special forces and sparked…
Bashar al-Assad's nearly 14-year rule in Syria ended with his weekend flight to Russia, concluding a civil war that became a battleground for global and regional powers.However, the Assad who emerged on the world stage differed significantly from initial expectations.Originally, Bashar's older brother Basil, groomed by their father Hafez Assad,…
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is facing renewed accusations of misconduct following allegations linking it to terrorist groups involved in the Hamas attack in Israel.U.N. Watch, a Geneva-based NGO, unveiled evidence suggesting high-level UNRWA staff colluded with terrorists, engaging in…
Following the Islamist rebels' seizure of Damascus and the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime, unknown gunmen attacked the Iranian embassy on Sunday. The Russian Foreign Ministry claims Assad left the country, providing instructions for a peaceful transfer of power.Iranian state television reported on the embassy attack, stating the assailants were…
JERUSALEM — Following the rebel seizure of Damascus, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, known for his repeated use of chemical weapons against his own people, has fled the country. According to Syrian television, Assad, a UK-trained ophthalmologist, escaped with his British-born wife, Asma, and their children; their destination remains unknown.Syria's protracted…
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol narrowly avoided impeachment on Saturday when his People Power Party (PPP) boycotted the National Assembly vote. However, his troubles are far from over. The PPP leader called for the suspension of Yoon's presidential powers following revelations that the president ordered the arrests of political…
LUANDA, Angola — President Biden's visit to Angola, initially postponed twice, faced further challenges with torrential rain disrupting his travel plans.The trip, Biden's first to Africa as president, was overshadowed by concurrent events, including his son Hunter's pardon, a high-profile murder, the instability of key allies, and ongoing turmoil surrounding…
Facing an impeachment vote, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a televised apology Saturday for his earlier declaration of martial law. He stated he would not repeat this action and would leave navigating the current political crisis, including matters concerning his presidency, to his party.President Yoon attributed the declaration…
