Secretary Carter Makes Unannounced Stop in Iraq
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter made an unannounced visit Thursday to Baghdad, Iraq.
Earth-like Planet Discovered
U.S. scientists said Thursday that they had discovered a planet similar to Earth around a distant sun-like star.
Carter: Saudi Leaders Support Iran Deal
The U.S. Defense Secretary said Wednesday that Saudi Arabian leaders told him they support the agreement on Iran’s nuclear program.
Turkey blocks Twitter Over ‘Malicious’ Photos
Turkey briefly blocked access to Twitter Wednesday to prevent the spread of images of Monday’s bombing in Suruc.
Twenty dead in two Attacks in Cameroon
At least 20 people were killed in northern Cameroon Wednesday in two suicide bombings.
Charleston Church Shooter Faces Hate Crime Charges
The U.S. Attorney General spoke to reporters Wednesday about the suspect in the mass shooting in Charleston, South Carolina.
Nkurunziza Set to Win Third Term as Burundi’s President
Burundi held a presidential election Tuesday.
U.S. Defense Chief Meets with Netanyahu
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday.
Obama Calls on Iran to Free 4 Americans
U.S. President Barack Obama demanded Tuesday that Iran release three Americans it holds and help find a fourth believed to be in the country.
US, Cuba Restore Diplomatic Relations
The United States and Cuba have re-established full diplomatic relations.