Iran Releases Seized Maersk Vessel
Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported that its government released the Maersk Tigris cargo ship today.
Kerry in Saudi Arabia to Discuss Yemen Crisis
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said Wednesday he will discuss a proposed “humanitarian pause” in Yemen during his talks in Saudi Arabia.
Death Sentences for Four Afghans in Kabul Attack
A court in Afghanistan has sentenced four men to death and jailed eight more for the beating death of a woman in March.
French Lawmakers Approve Spy Bill
France’s lower house of Parliament has approved a measure would permit spying on terrorism suspects.
Sec. of State John Kerry Visits Somalia
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry traveled to Mogadishu, Somalia, Tuesday.
Australia Explains Its Investigation of the “Bali Nine”
The Australian Federal Police has defended its cooperation with Indonesia in the case of two drug traffickers.
Taiwan, China Look to Expand Ties Before Elections
Top political leaders from Taiwan and China met for the first time in six years Monday.
Nepal Rescue Efforts Continue to Save Lives
Four more people were rescued from wreckage in Nepal on Sunday, more than a week after a powerful earthquake hit the country.
Nigerian Army Says Another 150 People Freed from Boko Haram
The Nigerian army says it has freed another 150 people who were held by the militant group Boko Haram.
Teenager Rescued Five Days After Nepal Earthquake
A 15-year-old boy was pulled out alive from the ruins of a hotel in Kathmandu on Thursday.