Lebanon no longer a safe haven for former Syrian regime officials
Figures connected to the former Syrian regime are still in Lebanon but risk being returned.
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South Korea, US scale back annual military drills after Trump’s order
Seoul says the duration of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise has been reduced from 11 days to five.
US sanctions International Criminal Court president and trial lawyer
The Trump administration has led a campaign to 'dismantle' the court, calling it a threat to national sovereignty.
US Justice Department denies whistleblower claims on anti-Semitism probes
Ivy League schools were pressured into settlements despite a lack of evidence, according to a former DOJ lawyer.
US seeks to revive criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Judge previously found US government brought charges against Abrego Garcia as retaliation for case that embarrassed it.
The ‘witch-hunt’ of Jason Arday
The ‘witch-hunt’ of Jason Arday
US judge says government can revoke deportation protections for Ethiopians
Ruling permits Trump administration to nix Ethiopians' protected status despite concern over conditions in the country.
Landmark trial on Meta’s impact on children’s mental health begins in US
Case follows whistleblower’s 2021 claims about Meta’s profit-driven disregard for young people’s mental health and user safety.
Breastfeeding in Gaza: Mothers seek help to provide for their babies
Breastfeeding mothers in Gaza struggle to feed their babies amid hunger, displacement, stress and living conditions.
Analysis: Syrian airbase attack is an Israeli message to Damascus, Ankara
Analysts say the attack on Abu al-Duhur was likely an Israeli message warning to not rebuild Syria's air force.
Tropical Storm Lala leaves Hawaii flooded and without power
Tropical Storm Lala leaves Hawaii flooded and without power
Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions
Iran’s authorities say they could shift to offensive operations as Washington considers further sanctions.
Disney sues US regulator, claiming political retaliation over ABC stations
FCC faces scrutiny as Disney claims licence renewal order is tied to political motives against ABC's coverage.
US cites India on voter IDs, but are elections under Modi clean?
Trump highlights India's voter ID rules to bolster his case for stricter US election laws.
Why is Russia threatening UK with ‘consequences’ over Ukraine drones?
Russia is suffering attacks inside its own territory as long-range drones strike its strategic assets.
What to watch in the Alaska and Wyoming primary elections
Republican-led states face leadership shuffling.
Russia says more than 600 drones targeted Moscow region
The attacks injured at least three people, including a girl, and damaged a Wildberries warehouse, Russian officials say.
Vessel hit by ‘unknown projectile’ in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says
British maritime agency says the incident caused one casualty and damaged the vessel's engine room.
Can China’s new Arctic Sea route to Europe replace Middle East chokepoints?
Beijing's new 'Ice Silk Road' cuts through a melting Arctic, and could prompt fresh tensions with the US, say analysts.
Trump says N Korea’s Kim has responded to his request for a conversation
US president says conversations with Kim Jong Un at a 'positive' stage and slams Seoul for refusing to join war on Iran.