Rescue mission
Indonesian rescuers race to fine 129 missing passengers of capsized ship in Java Sea
Choppy waters with high waves and strong winds were impeding the search on Monday, said Mohammad Syafii, head of the national rescue agency.
'A modern-day miracle': US airman shot down over Iran recounts survival, rescue on 60 Minutes
Rescuers searching for 140 people after missing Indonesian passenger ship sinks
Multi-story building collapses in India's Delhi, police rescue at least six people
Venezuela reels from earthquake disaster as rescuers race to find survivors
Residents of La Guaira, a popular spot for beachgoers and the worst-hit city in the country, and Moron, near the quakes' epicenter, were scrambling amid limited official help.
Israel to send aid mission after earthquakes devastate Venezuela, killing hundreds
Israel's Foreign and Health ministries are preparing official delegations and aid, while non-governmental organizations, including IsraAID and KKL-JNF, are also sending aid.
Loggerhead turtle rescued off the coast of Haifa after sea pollution, fishing line caused injury
"Halil, the sea turtle that was rescued off the coast of Haifa, reminds us all of how beautiful, exciting, and vulnerable the nature around us is," said Haifa's Mayor, Yona Yahav.
WATCH: New footage released marking two years since operation rescuing four hostages from Hamas
The footage shows the Israel Police Counterterrorism Unit officers, who arrived at both locations simultaneously, rescuing hostages and engaging in hand-to-hand combat with Hamas's Nukhba terrorists.
Nigerian forces rescue hundreds of abductees held by Boko Haram
The rescue operation was carried out by a joint task force that includes special forces, who forced JAS fighters to abandon their positions, the military said.
WATCH: Eighteen rescued from Lod apartment fire, including infants and elderly
Officials confirm a full investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
Three dead and 17 missing after flooding in China's Chongqing
Rescue efforts were underway after extreme rainfall hit Chongqing’s Yongchuan district, with China allocating nearly $3 million for disaster recovery.
Rescuers search for more than 20 trapped after Philippines building collapse
Ambulances were on standby, and fire trucks had been deployed to assist in the rescue, Pelayo said, adding that moving the concrete debris was a challenge for rescuers.
Group of deaf Israeli civilians rescued from heart of Nablus in unusual West Bank incident
The group entered the Palestinian city after reportedly being invited to a meal by a local Palestinian resident.
Behind the US Air Force unit that spearheaded the mission to rescue downed airman
The concept of a dedicated pararescue force traces its roots back to the end of World War II. Becoming a PJ is widely considered one of the most grueling undertakings in the military.
