Washington
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center in predawn operation
Democratic US Representative Joyce Beatty of Ohio, who brought the lawsuit, called the request to extend the two-week-old deadline "inexcusable" and part of "a pattern of non-compliance."
Trump tells Netanyahu it's time for war to end, calls Iran deal 'great' - report
False alarm leads to Pentagon lockdown, partial evacuation - report
New PM military secretary and Washington attaché join IDF General Staff
The battle over deterrence may shape Israel’s future security - opinion
As Iran tests Israel’s red lines, the real battle may be over the credibility of Israeli deterrence.
Iraq's PM heads to Washington to discuss militias, business, and gain Trump's support
The US has warmed to Zaidi after opposing former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, who almost became prime minister in February.
Kenyan police fire tear gas during protest against US Ebola quarantine facility
Two people were killed in protests last week in Nanyuki, and the US continues its activities defying Kenyan court orders.
Saudi, Qatari mediation message signal ‘Iran still has pathways to avoid isolation’ - interview
Saudi Arabia and Qatar signaled that diplomacy with Iran remains possible, even after renewed missile attacks on Israel.
Voices from the Arab press: China’s role, medicine’s lessons, and the future of Iran talks
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Kennedy Center orders staff to remove Trump's name from building following federal decision
In December, Trump added his name before Kennedy's on the facade of the white marble building, prompting a lawsuit from Democratic Representative Joyce Beatty of Ohio.
Patriarch Theophilos III, Trump to discuss protection of Christians, freedom of worship
The Patriarch will also be making an official visit to Greece and an expected visit to Russia in the coming week as part of this broader effort to support Christian communities.
Iran’s Quds Force chief Qaani demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon amid US-brokered deal
Iran’s Quds Force chief Esmail Qaani demanded Israel withdraw from Lebanon, warning that supporting Hezbollah is a duty and stressing the region’s ongoing tensions.
Khamenei is increasingly engaged in Iranian gov., Tehran still has drone arsenal, Rubio says
Rubio added that the Trump administration has not offered Iran sanctions relief in exchange for opening the Strait of Hormuz, with any relief being conditional on nuclear agreements.
Has the security equation in Europe changed? - opinion
The United States is staying in Europe but refusing to live up to past expectations or terms. The relationship is moving from a near-absolute, unconditional guarantee to a conditional partnership.
