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Top U.S., Russian Generals To Meet In Vienna To Discuss Syria, Other Key Issues
The top U.S. and Russian generals are set to meet to discuss the situation in Syria, where the two countries, along with Iran and Turkey, have been militarily involved in the Middle East country's eight-year civil war.
Asian stocks rise on reports US, China close to trade deal
Asian stocks rose Monday after news reports said Washington and Beijing are close to reaching an agreement as early as this month to end their costly tariff war.
Iran's Khamenei doubted Europe could help Tehran against U.S. sanctions
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei advised the government last July not to rely on European efforts to protect Tehran against U.S. sanctions, months after Washington withdrew from a nuclear deal with Iran and reimposed penalties.
China is reportedly offering to lower tariffs on US farm, chemical and auto products as trade deal gets closer
China is offering to lower tariffs on U.S. farm, chemical, auto and other products as part of a trade deal that is nearing completion, a new report says.
Trump: Islamic State in Syria near 100 percent defeated
President Trump acknowledged Saturday a small contingent of U.S. troops will remain in Syria despite announcing last year his controversial decision to withdraw all American forces from the country.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US closes Jerusalem consulate, demoting Palestinian mission
The United States officially shuttered its consulate in Jerusalem on Monday, downgrading the status of its main diplomatic mission to the Palestinians by folding it into the US Embassy to Israel.
Inside the United States
U.S. House panel launches probe into possible obstruction by Trump
The House Judiciary Committee will seek documents from more than 60 people and organizations as it begins investigations into possible obstruction of justice and abuse of power by President Donald Trump, the panel’s chairman said on Sunday.
Trump to sign executive order requiring colleges, universities to support free speech on campus
President Trump intends to sign an executive order that would put at risk federal research funding to colleges and universities that fail to protect free speech on campus, he announced Saturday.
Death Toll Rises to 22 as Tornadoes, Severe Storms Hit South
A tornado roared into southeast Alabama and killed at least 22 people and injured several others Sunday, part of a severe storm system that caused catastrophic damage and unleashed other tornadoes around the Southeast.
Christian News
At Least 32 Christians killed as mob burns homes, church in Nigeria
At least 32 Christians were killed by suspected Fulani extremists in Nigeria Tuesday, sources told a leading Christian persecution monitoring group.
Top U.S., Russian Generals To Meet In Vienna To Discuss Syria, Other Key Issues
The top U.S. and Russian generals are set to meet to discuss the situation in Syria, where the two countries, along with Iran and Turkey, have been militarily involved in the Middle East country's eight-year civil war.
Asian stocks rise on reports US, China close to trade deal
Asian stocks rose Monday after news reports said Washington and Beijing are close to reaching an agreement as early as this month to end their costly tariff war.
Iran's Khamenei doubted Europe could help Tehran against U.S. sanctions
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei advised the government last July not to rely on European efforts to protect Tehran against U.S. sanctions, months after Washington withdrew from a nuclear deal with Iran and reimposed penalties.
China is reportedly offering to lower tariffs on US farm, chemical and auto products as trade deal gets closer
China is offering to lower tariffs on U.S. farm, chemical, auto and other products as part of a trade deal that is nearing completion, a new report says.
Trump: Islamic State in Syria near 100 percent defeated
President Trump acknowledged Saturday a small contingent of U.S. troops will remain in Syria despite announcing last year his controversial decision to withdraw all American forces from the country.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US closes Jerusalem consulate, demoting Palestinian mission
The United States officially shuttered its consulate in Jerusalem on Monday, downgrading the status of its main diplomatic mission to the Palestinians by folding it into the US Embassy to Israel.
Inside the United States
U.S. House panel launches probe into possible obstruction by Trump
The House Judiciary Committee will seek documents from more than 60 people and organizations as it begins investigations into possible obstruction of justice and abuse of power by President Donald Trump, the panel’s chairman said on Sunday.
Trump to sign executive order requiring colleges, universities to support free speech on campus
President Trump intends to sign an executive order that would put at risk federal research funding to colleges and universities that fail to protect free speech on campus, he announced Saturday.
Death Toll Rises to 22 as Tornadoes, Severe Storms Hit South
A tornado roared into southeast Alabama and killed at least 22 people and injured several others Sunday, part of a severe storm system that caused catastrophic damage and unleashed other tornadoes around the Southeast.
Christian News
At Least 32 Christians killed as mob burns homes, church in Nigeria
At least 32 Christians were killed by suspected Fulani extremists in Nigeria Tuesday, sources told a leading Christian persecution monitoring group.
Around the World
UN Security Council Rejects U.S., Russia Resolutions On Venezuela
The UN Security Council has rejected rival resolutions on the crisis in Venezuela presented by the United States and Russia.
Pentagon plan could have US troops out of Afghanistan in 3 to 5 years
All U.S. troops could exit Afghanistan within the next half-decade, according to a new report.
Turkey launches 'Blue Homeland' naval drill
Turkey has launched the largest maritime drill in the country’s history, testing its war fighting capabilities in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and eastern Mediterranean simultaneously.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Erdogan to push Mideast plan
White House adviser Jared Kushner continued a whirlwind overseas trip Wednesday aimed at rallying U.S. allies to support his still-unannounced Mideast peace plan.
Netanyahu Being Indicted: Understanding the Accusations Against Israeli Prime Minister
Israel's Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit decided Thursday to indict Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a series of corruption charges. The decision comes after more than two years of investigations and will significantly affect Israel's national elections on April 9.
Facing bribery charges, Netanyahu decries 'political plot' to topple him from power
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out Thursday after Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit called for him to be indicted on multiple corruption charges, accusing the country's most senior judicial and law enforcement officials of being part of a witch hunt designed to bring him down.
Inside the United States
California residents survey damage as historic floods recede
Residents awoke Thursday to sunshine and began assessing the damage while the water started receding. Orr, 48, was among those still unable to get into his house after the rain-swollen Russian River reached nearly 46 feet (14 meters) Wednesday night, its highest level in more than 20 years.
FBI: Crime Dropped in 2018
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Monday violent crime dropped across the country in 2018.
MPAA Gives Pro-Life Film R-Rating
A pro-life film has been given an R-rating despite the absence of nudity, sex, violence, or curse words and filmmakers are convinced it's the message that led to the prohibitive rating.
Christian News
Haiti: Aid groups implore Christians to pray, take action in time of crisis
Christian aid groups serving in Haiti have witnessed firsthand the devastation wrought by ongoing demonstrations spurred by allegations of government corruption and the country’s inflation crisis.
UN Security Council Rejects U.S., Russia Resolutions On Venezuela
The UN Security Council has rejected rival resolutions on the crisis in Venezuela presented by the United States and Russia.
Pentagon plan could have US troops out of Afghanistan in 3 to 5 years
All U.S. troops could exit Afghanistan within the next half-decade, according to a new report.
Turkey launches 'Blue Homeland' naval drill
Turkey has launched the largest maritime drill in the country’s history, testing its war fighting capabilities in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and eastern Mediterranean simultaneously.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Erdogan to push Mideast plan
White House adviser Jared Kushner continued a whirlwind overseas trip Wednesday aimed at rallying U.S. allies to support his still-unannounced Mideast peace plan.
Netanyahu Being Indicted: Understanding the Accusations Against Israeli Prime Minister
Israel's Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit decided Thursday to indict Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a series of corruption charges. The decision comes after more than two years of investigations and will significantly affect Israel's national elections on April 9.
Facing bribery charges, Netanyahu decries 'political plot' to topple him from power
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out Thursday after Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit called for him to be indicted on multiple corruption charges, accusing the country's most senior judicial and law enforcement officials of being part of a witch hunt designed to bring him down.
Inside the United States
California residents survey damage as historic floods recede
Residents awoke Thursday to sunshine and began assessing the damage while the water started receding. Orr, 48, was among those still unable to get into his house after the rain-swollen Russian River reached nearly 46 feet (14 meters) Wednesday night, its highest level in more than 20 years.
FBI: Crime Dropped in 2018
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Monday violent crime dropped across the country in 2018.
MPAA Gives Pro-Life Film R-Rating
A pro-life film has been given an R-rating despite the absence of nudity, sex, violence, or curse words and filmmakers are convinced it's the message that led to the prohibitive rating.
Christian News
Haiti: Aid groups implore Christians to pray, take action in time of crisis
Christian aid groups serving in Haiti have witnessed firsthand the devastation wrought by ongoing demonstrations spurred by allegations of government corruption and the country’s inflation crisis.
Around the World
White House: Trump, Kim summit ends early without deal
US President Donald Trump and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un have failed to reach an agreement at their second summit in Vietnam, but talks between the two nations will continue in the future.
Iranian general: ‘We plan to break US, Israel, cleanse world of their filth’
The deputy commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says Tehran has plans 'to break America, Israel, and their partners and allies' in worldwide attacks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu in Moscow tells Putin Israel will continue hitting Iran in Syria
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Israel will continue to take action against Iran in Syria, in the first significant meeting between the two since a major spat developed over a downed spy plane last year.
Israel strikes Hamas posts in Gaza after explosive balloon attack
Israeli jets struck multiple targets in the southern Gaza Strip linked to Hamas late Wednesday, a few hours after an incendiary device from Gaza damaged a home in the Eshkol region.
Netanyahu After Kremlin Meeting: Putin ‘Showed an Understanding of Israel’s Security Needs’
Following their meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow on Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Russian President Vladimir Putin had 'showed an understanding of Israel’s security needs' regarding Iran’s presence in Syria.
Inside the United States
New poll reveals dramatic shift towards the pro-life position among Americans
As Democrats continue their radical push for abortion up to birth, a new poll has found that more Americans are embracing the pro-life perspective.
Cohen's Credibility Crushed by Republicans as He Accuses President Trump of Criminal Conduct
It's been described as the hearing heard around the world – with President Trump overseas trying to bring peace with North Korea, Democrats gave a microphone to a witness on a mission to undermine the president. Trump's ex-lawyer, who once said he would take a bullet for President Trump, instead lambasted the president for hours on Capitol Hill.
Missouri House Passes Wide-Ranging Abortion Restrictions
The Missouri House on Wednesday took steps to outlaw most abortions in the state should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade, an effort that’s part of a broader Republican push amid renewed optimism that the high court might be more open to increased restrictions, and possibly an outright ban, on the procedure.
House votes to notify ICE when illegal immigrants try to buy guns
Republicans scored a rare victory in the Democrat-controlled House Wednesday, winning a vote to have authorities notify deportation officers any time an illegal immigrant tries to buy a gun.
Atmospheric River Is Pummeling California's Sierra With Feet of Snow, Topping February Records
Another atmospheric river event is pummeling California with feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, shattering February snow records at some ski resorts while also triggering flooding, rockslides and mudslides in lower elevations.
U.S. House approves expanded background checks for gun sales
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would expand background checks for gun sales to include firearm purchases at gun shows and over the internet, a measure likely to face Senate and White House opposition.
Christian News
Mob attacks 200 Christian families in Pakistan after 4 women falsely accused of blasphemy
An angry Muslim mob in Pakistan displaced about 200 Christian families from their homes after four Christian women were falsely accused of blasphemy last week.
White House: Trump, Kim summit ends early without deal
US President Donald Trump and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un have failed to reach an agreement at their second summit in Vietnam, but talks between the two nations will continue in the future.
Iranian general: ‘We plan to break US, Israel, cleanse world of their filth’
The deputy commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says Tehran has plans 'to break America, Israel, and their partners and allies' in worldwide attacks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu in Moscow tells Putin Israel will continue hitting Iran in Syria
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Israel will continue to take action against Iran in Syria, in the first significant meeting between the two since a major spat developed over a downed spy plane last year.
Israel strikes Hamas posts in Gaza after explosive balloon attack
Israeli jets struck multiple targets in the southern Gaza Strip linked to Hamas late Wednesday, a few hours after an incendiary device from Gaza damaged a home in the Eshkol region.
Netanyahu After Kremlin Meeting: Putin ‘Showed an Understanding of Israel’s Security Needs’
Following their meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow on Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Russian President Vladimir Putin had 'showed an understanding of Israel’s security needs' regarding Iran’s presence in Syria.
Inside the United States
New poll reveals dramatic shift towards the pro-life position among Americans
As Democrats continue their radical push for abortion up to birth, a new poll has found that more Americans are embracing the pro-life perspective.
Cohen's Credibility Crushed by Republicans as He Accuses President Trump of Criminal Conduct
It's been described as the hearing heard around the world – with President Trump overseas trying to bring peace with North Korea, Democrats gave a microphone to a witness on a mission to undermine the president. Trump's ex-lawyer, who once said he would take a bullet for President Trump, instead lambasted the president for hours on Capitol Hill.
Missouri House Passes Wide-Ranging Abortion Restrictions
The Missouri House on Wednesday took steps to outlaw most abortions in the state should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade, an effort that’s part of a broader Republican push amid renewed optimism that the high court might be more open to increased restrictions, and possibly an outright ban, on the procedure.
House votes to notify ICE when illegal immigrants try to buy guns
Republicans scored a rare victory in the Democrat-controlled House Wednesday, winning a vote to have authorities notify deportation officers any time an illegal immigrant tries to buy a gun.
Atmospheric River Is Pummeling California's Sierra With Feet of Snow, Topping February Records
Another atmospheric river event is pummeling California with feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, shattering February snow records at some ski resorts while also triggering flooding, rockslides and mudslides in lower elevations.
U.S. House approves expanded background checks for gun sales
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would expand background checks for gun sales to include firearm purchases at gun shows and over the internet, a measure likely to face Senate and White House opposition.
Christian News
Mob attacks 200 Christian families in Pakistan after 4 women falsely accused of blasphemy
An angry Muslim mob in Pakistan displaced about 200 Christian families from their homes after four Christian women were falsely accused of blasphemy last week.