US to Position Military Equipment in Seven European Countries
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Tuesday the U.S. will position about 250 tanks and other equipment in eastern and central Europe.
Taliban Gunmen Attack Afghan Parliament
Heavily armed Taliban militants attacked Afghanistan’s parliament building Monday as lawmakers met inside.
European Union Extends Economic Actions Against Russia
European Union foreign ministers officially agreed Monday to extend economic sanctions against Russia for an additional six months.
US: No Desire for Conflict with Russia
U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said Monday that economic sanctions are having an effect in answering Russian “aggression” in Ukraine.
Historic US Church Reopens After Mass Shooting
A historic church in South Carolina reopened on Sunday for its first religious service since a white gunman attacked a Bible study group last week.
India Using Yoga, Films to Win Support Overseas
The world held its first International Day of Yoga on Sunday.
Victims’ Relatives to Mass Shooting Suspect: “We Have No Room for Hate”
Relatives of victims of the South Carolina mass shooting addressed suspect Dylann Roof in court Friday.
Yemen Talks in Geneva End Without Deal
Representatives of Yemen’s government and the rebel Houthi group held their first direct talks this week in Geneva, Swtizerland.
20 Militants Killed in Pakistan Airstrikes
Military officials in Pakistan say at least 20 militants were killed Friday in an airstrike in a northwestern border area.
Family Members of First MERS Patient in Thailand Receiving Tests
Two more foreigners in Thailand are being tested for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome.