Iran reports 13,922 new infections to go past 1m cases in total; WHO investigating prospects e-vaccination certificates; Italy to limit travel outside of towns …
How could US drawdown in Iraq aid ISIS, Iran? Here are three ways
While the planned U.S. troop drawdown in Iraq from 3,000 to 2,500 by mid-January is unlikely to have an immediate impact on the campaign against ISIS remnants, there are concerns that further …
James Carafano: US shouldn’t reenter Iran nuclear deal — Iran sponsors terrorism and seeks nuclear weapons
Unfortunately, many on the left still want to return to the Obama administration’s failed “love the hate out of them” approach to Iran, a terror-sponsoring state that aspires to become a nuclear power …
Coronavirus live news: Iran passes 1m Covid-19 cases; Italy announces Christmas travel restrictions
Iran reports 13,922 new infections to go past 1m cases in total; Italy to limit travel outside of towns; US suffers highest daily deaths since April …
5 things to know for December 3: Covid-19, transition, census, China, Iran
This holiday shopping (and shipping) season is going to get so busy, UPS is putting shipping limits on some of its largest retailers. Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your …
EXPLAINER: How Could US Drawdown in Iraq Aid IS, Iran?
The planned withdrawal of 500 American forces from Iraq by mid-January, leaving 2,500 in place, is unlikely to have an immediate impact on Iraqi forces’ ability to combat remnants of the Islamic State …
Jeff McCausland Iran killing embroils Trump and Israel in one final diplomatic mess
The security situation in the region has also changed significantly since Trump’s inauguration, which will further complicate any effort by Biden to negotiate with Tehran.
U.S. Hopes a Small Step in Easing a Mideast Rivalry Could Further Rattle Iran’s Economy
The Trump administration wants Saudi Arabia to open its airspace to Qatari flights that are currently paying millions of dollars to route over Iran.
U.S. to withdraw some Baghdad embassy staff as tensions with Iran and its allies spike
The U.S. government has decided to withdraw some staff from its embassy in Baghdad through the final weeks of the Trump administration, officials say, as tensions rise throughout the region. A person …
Ahead of Yemen move, U.N. highlights humanitarian risk, and officials prepare to suspend aid
As part of Iran pressure campaign, Pompeo is expected to designate Yemen’s Houthi rebels as a foreign terrorist organization.