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Amnesty International Blasts U.S. For Civilian Deaths In Afghanistan

Aug 13, 2014 10:05 AM EDT

The U.S. military has deliberately manipulated or disregarded evidence and failed to properly investigate civilian deaths during its operations in Afghanistan, according to a report by international human rights group Amnesty International published on Monday.

Japan Boosts Defense Budget, Cites Tensions In East China Sea

Christl Leong |

Aug 13, 2014 04:47 AM EDT

Japan has set aside US$48 billion for its yearly defense budget as it seeks to gain security against perceived threats ensuing from territorial disputes in the East China Sea, according to Tokyo's yearly white paper.

New Iraq Leader Gains Support From U.S., Iran

Iraq PM-Elect Gains Support From U.S., Iran

Christl Leong |

Aug 13, 2014 02:19 AM EDT

The United States and Iran voiced support for Iraq's Prime Minister-elect Haider al-Abadi on Tuesday as he called on political allies to unite efforts against the war.

People protest against Israel's military action in Gaza during a demonstration in Valencia, July 21, 2014.

U.S. Stance On Israel-Palestine Conflict Sees Gradual Shift

Christl Leong |

Aug 12, 2014 02:57 PM EDT

While the United States is still largely supportive of the Israeli cause, recent polls suggest that may soon change as increasing American youths and other racial minorities are rejecting the country's stance on the conflict.

New I.T. Team Hired To Overhaul U.S. Digital Systems After Obamacare Website Debacle

Christl Leong |

Aug 12, 2014 10:34 AM EDT

Washington has hired a team of experts to overhaul the country's technology infrastructure following severe backlash over the failed launch of the Obamacare website that marred the roll out of Obama's signature legislation last year.

Pro-Morsi supporters gather at Rabaa Square in Egypt, July 12, 2013.

Egypt Carried Out Systematic Killings In 2013 Rabaa Massacre –Human Rights Watch

Christl Leong |

Aug 12, 2014 09:03 AM EDT

The Egyptian security forces' systematic use of force to respond to demonstrations in Rabaa last year that led to the deaths of at least 817 civilians was premeditated, according to a report by the Human Rights Watch.

U.S. Monitors South China Sea For Destabilizing Actions

Christl Leong |

Aug 12, 2014 01:17 AM EDT

A U.S. State official announced on Monday that the United States will continue to monitor the situation in the South China Sea to ensure that steps are being taken to prevent the heightening of tensions in the region.

Illinois Gubernatorial Race Tackles Cayman Islands Offshore Accounts

Christl Leong |

Aug 11, 2014 02:24 PM EDT

As Illinois' gubernatorial race comes to a near deadheat, Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn and Republican rival Bruce Rauner slam each other for their investments in the Cayman Islands - a place well-known for its tax neutral status.

Displaced Yazidis take refuge in Dohuk province, August 7, 2014.

U.S. Considers Rescue Efforts For Remaining Yazidis Trapped In Mountain

Christl Leong |

Aug 11, 2014 11:35 AM EDT

With more than half of the 40,000 trapped Yazidis safely evacuated from Mount Sinjar, U.S. officials are working to rescue the remaining half who continue to suffer from thirst and hunger and are still at risk of being captured or killed.

Pope Francis calls for an end to Iraq hostilities during his Sunday address at the Vatican, August 10, 2014.

Pope Francis Calls For End To Iraq Violence

Christl Leong |

Aug 11, 2014 09:31 AM EDT

Pope Francis on Sunday condemned the ongoing destruction and violence in Iraq and called for an end to all hostilities in region.

A police officer walks past the national flags of countries attending the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Ministerial Meeting and ASEAN Regional Forum in Singapore in this July 2008 file photo.

ASEAN: Cooperation And Dialogue With Russia Key To Probe In Downed Malaysian Flight MH17

Christl Leong |

Aug 09, 2014 01:27 PM EDT

Representatives of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) said talks during the Regional Forum would not touch on Russia's alleged involvement over the downed Malaysian Airline Flight MH17, but instead stressed a dialogue to gain Moscow's cooperation for a probe.

Indian Defense Minister Arun Jaitley (C-L) and U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel (C-R) shake hands in New Delhi, August 8, 2014.

U.S., India Cooperate On Arms Development And Production

Christl Leong |

Aug 09, 2014 10:05 AM EDT

India and U.S. agreed on Friday to work closely in the development and production of indigenous military weapons in a bid to strengthen defense cooperation between the two nations.

U.S. and U.N. Condemn Resumed Fighting In Gaza

Christl Leong |

Aug 09, 2014 08:30 AM EDT

The U.S. and U.N. have denounced the fighting between Israel and Hamas, which resumed shortly after the three-day ceasefire ended on Friday.

Russian Bombers Conduct 16 Missions Near U.S. Airspace In 10 Days -NORAD

Christl Leong |

Aug 09, 2014 06:38 AM EDT

Russian nuclear bombers have carried out at least 16 missions in recent weeks near the northwest U.S. air defense identification zones, according to air command officials.

Britain, France and Germany Back U.S. Strikes In Iraq

Christl Leong |

Aug 09, 2014 05:28 AM EDT

Britain, France and Germany voiced their support on Friday following the United States' announcement that it would carry out an air strike against the Islamic State (IS) in the northern city of Irbil, Iraq.