North Korean authorities have issued shoot-to-kill orders to prevent the coronavirus entering the country from China, according to the commander of US forces in the South. The impoverished North -- ... ( read original story ...)
Heightened tensions as China and Nepal measure Everest
Ever since Everest was identified as the world’s highest peak in the 19th century its height has been a subject of debate.China and Nepal appear to be locked in a squabble over who has correctly ... ( read original story ...)
Ethiopian migrants detained in Saudi Arabia return home
The Telegraph Nearly 150 women and children have been repatriated to Ethiopia from Saudi Arabia, following pressure from governments and human rights groups to release African migrants detained in ... ( read original story ...)
Afghanistan gov’t, Taliban set to begin long-sought peace talks
The Afghan government and the Taliban will begin long-anticipated peace talks in Qatar on Saturday after meeting the final precondition for a process that aims to entirely withdraw U.S. forces. ( read original story ...)
Attacks on U.S. troops in Iraq have increased, U.S. commander says
"For whatever reason, they're not that successful at hitting anyone," Gen. Frank McKenzie says. "I don't know how long we can count on that continuing." ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Troops Are Withdrawing From Iraq. Washington Should Continue Until It Hits Zero | Opinion
Caving to those who believe a permanent U.S. military presence is intrinsically connected to regional stability would tie thousands of U.S. soldiers to an indefinite deployment in the Middle East. ( read original story ...)
Decorated Iraq War veteran denied community supervision, facing 5 years in prison for pot possession
An Alabama circuit judge has denied a motion to release a disabled Iraq war veteran from jail following his marijuana arrest, citing his criminal record despite offers for pro bono post-traumatic ... ( read original story ...)
Return of Saddam-era archive to Iraq opens debate, old wounds
A trove of Saddam-era files secretly returned to Iraq has pried open the country's painful past, prompting hopes some may learn the fate of long-lost relatives along with fears of new bloodshed. ( read original story ...)
U.S., South Korea agree to ‘Alliance Dialogue’ on defense costs
U.S. and South Korean diplomats agreed to form a new working-level dialogue to address cooperation on U.S. troops on the peninsula amid an impasse over defense costs. ( read original story ...)
Iran Claims U.S. Drones Retreated After Shoot-Down Warning
Rear Admiral Shahram Irani claimed Thursday that Iranian forces pushed American drones away from the Iranian coast at the start of major military exercises in the area. ( read original story ...)