Saudi King and Crown Prince Condole Kuwait
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their deepest condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on Monday following the passing of Sheikh More »
Putin and Abbas Discuss Gaza Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday during Abbas’ visit to Russia. Arriving on Monday, Abbas aims to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict with More »
Saudi Arabia Voices Strong Support for Gaza Peace Initiatives
Saudi Arabia has firmly aligned itself with the recent joint statement made by President Joe Biden of the United States, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, More »
Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
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Trudeau tells Obama Canada will be ‘strong’ partner against ISIS’
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday vowed to remain a “strong” partner in the international fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group, while indicating he would make no u-turn on pulling fighter jets out of
ISIS determined to produce chemical weapons: say officials
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group is aggressively pursuing development of chemical weapons, setting up a branch dedicated to research and experiments with the help of scientists from Iraq, Syria and elsewhere in the region, according to
U.S. strikes on ISIS oil supply initially only ‘minimally effective’
U.S. air strikes have been only “minimally effective” in destroying oil infrastructure in the hands of militants, a military spokesman said Wednesday, explaining why tanker trucks in Syria are now being targeted instead. The U.S.-led coalition that has been conducting
CIA chief blasts Snowden in wake of Paris attacks
CIA Director John Brennan on Wednesday blasted former analyst Edward Snowden, saying his intelligence leaks had undermined U.S. security. The comments from Brennan come at a time of growing debate following last week’s attacks in Paris about whether intelligence services
Air France flights diverted after ‘bomb threats’
Two Air France flights bound for Paris from the United States were diverted late on Tuesday due to bomb threats, media reports said. CNN reported that one was diverted to Salt Lake City, Utah, after taking off from Los Angeles
Obama calls Putin a ‘constructive partner’ in Syria talks
U.S. President Barack Obama on Wednesday praised Russia’s role in talks to end the Syria crisis and offered the prospect of better ties if Moscow focused military strikes on the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group. Obama said
Man arrested for anti-Islamic threat in U.S.
The FBI on Tuesday arrested a man who allegedly made a threat against a Florida Islamic center because he was angry about the Paris attacks, authorities said. Shortly after learning of the attacks in the French capital that left at
Biden and Barzani discuss Sinjar battle in northern Iraq
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden spoke with Iraqi Kurdish regional President Massoud Barzani on Tuesday about Kurdish forces’ success in seizing the northern Iraqi town of Sinjar from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) last week, the White
US-China rivalry, Paris attack domiante Manila summit
Tensions with China and the Paris attacks could upstage trade issues at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, being held under extra-heavy security in the Philippine capital this week. President Barack Obama and the leaders of China, Japan, Mexico and
Marriott buys Starwood Hotels for $12.2 billion
US-based Marriott International said that it has purchased Starwood for $12.2 billion, creating the world’s largest hotel chain bringing together such famous institutions as Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, W, Westin and Sheraton. The boards of directors of both companies unanimously approved the
Obama, Australian PM discussed ramping up pressure on ISIS
U.S. President Barack Obama said on Tuesday that he discussed with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull the need to ramp up pressure on Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and the need for claimants to areas of the South
World leaders back drive for Paris climate deal
Leaders of the world’s top economies on Monday vowed to seek a deal to curb climate change at an upcoming UN conference in Paris, according to a draft statement drawn up in tough, all-night talks. Negotiators at a Group of
US transfers five Guantanamo detainees to UAE
The United States has transferred five detainees from Guantanamo Bay to the United Arab Emirates, the Pentagon said Sunday, another step in a long-delayed plan to close the controversial military prison. The move means that 107 detainees remain at Guantanamo
After Paris attacks, Hollywood tones down glitz
In the wake of the deadly attacks in Paris, the entertainment world is toning down the glitz and scaling back on some of its most anticipated red carpet celebrations. On Sunday, Lionsgate said the Monday premiere of “The Hunger Games:
Acting helps my depression: Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga has admitted acting in ‘American Horror Story: Hotel’ has done wonders for her health as she finally feels like she’s tackling her mental illness. ’The Do What U Want’ hitmaker — whose real name is Stefani Germanotta —
Kerry arrives in Paris in show of U.S. support after attacks
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Paris on Monday to pay respects to those killed in last week’s attacks in the French capital and to stress Washington’s support for a key ally in the war against Islamic State
U.S. and France agree on ‘concrete steps’ against ISIS
The defense ministers of France and the United States agreed Sunday on “concrete steps” to intensify cooperation against the Islamic State group, the Pentagon said. U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter and French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian discussed by telephone
Tuition-free online university draws immigrant students
Colombian-born Nathaly Ordonez had practically given up on the idea of attending college after learning her family’s visas had expired, leaving her saddled with immigration woes as soon as she graduated from her New Jersey high school. She eventually got
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