Taliban Free Hundreds of Prisoners in Afghanistan
Taliban fighters have raided a prison in eastern Afghanistan.
Egyptian Forces Kill Two Mexicans
Egyptian security forces have killed 12 people, including Mexicans, in Egypt’s western desert.
Malaysia Arrests Three People in Connection with Bangkok Bombing
Malaysian officials say they have arrested three people in connection with the deadly bombing last month in Bangkok, Thailand.
Okinawa Governor to Cancel Permits for new US Military Base
The governor of Japan’s southern island of Okinawa says he will cancel permits for building a new United States air base on Okinawa.
Queen Elizabeth II Poised to Be Britain’s Longest Serving Ruler
Queen Elizabeth II is set to reach an important milestone this week – becoming Britain’s longest-ruling head of state.
Issues Collide Over Europe’s Migrant Crisis
Europe’s migrant crisis has brought the situation of hundreds of thousands of people fleeing conflict or seeking a better life to the world’s attention.
US Senate Democrats Vote to Protect Iran Nuclear Deal
The United States Senate has blocked a resolution to reject the agreement between world powers and Iran.
US to Accept 10,000 Syrian Refugees in Coming Year
The United States said Thursday it will accept at least 10,000 Syrian refugees in the coming year.
Rebel Attack on Syrian Air Base Kills 56 Soldiers
Al-Qaida-led rebels killed 56 Syrian government soldiers during an attack on an air base in Idlib province.
Chinese Leader Notes ‘Difficulties’ Facing Economy, But No ‘Hard Landing’
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang says his country’s economy is facing “a number of difficulties and downward pressure.”