Ukraine lowers military draft age in effort to bolster troop numbers in war against Russia

Ukraine has reduced its military conscription age as a measure to bolster its forces depleted by over two years of war following Russia's full-scale invasion.

North Korea claims success in testing of new hypersonic missile as it expands nuclear program

North Korea has announced the successful testing of a new hypersonic missile powered by solid propellants, marking an advancement in its weapons program.

China sends warplanes, boats around Taiwan following phone call between Xi and Biden

Following a phone call between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, dozens of Chinese warplanes and naval vessels were reported making incursions into Taiwanese territory.

NATO debating plan to provide additional long-term military support to Ukraine

As Russia holds military advantages in the ongoing war in Ukraine, NATO is debating a plan that would provide additional long-term military support for Ukraine.

Ukrainian foreign minister accused allies of not giving enough air defense to combat Russian missile attacks

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has accused the country's allies of not providing enough air defense or extra Patriot systems to fight off the Russian missile attacks.

Federal judge orders Iran, Syria to pay $191M for Hamas-supported slaying of American Israeli activist

A U.S. District Court has ruled that the family of an Israeli-American terror victim is entitled to $191 million in compensation from Iran and Syria.

Biden ridiculed for 'obvious hypocrisy' as he condemns Israeli airstrike that killed aid workers in Gaza

President Biden has been labeled a hypocrite after he condemned a mistaken Israeli airstrike that killed food aid workers in Gaza earlier this week.

Russian military recruitment numbers spike following Moscow concert hall attack

Russia has seen a spike in men signing contracts to join the military following the Moscow concert hall attack where a gunman killed at least 144 people.

Haitian gangs loot national library amid spiraling violence that has forced thousands to flee capital city

Armed gangs in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince have looted a national library, putting historical documents in jeopardy as the country spirals further in violence.

US ally Jordan rocked by pro-Hamas, Muslim Brotherhood protests over Gaza war

Jordan’s fragile government is facing a growing radical Islamist threat on the streets of its capital, Amman, over Israel’s efforts to defeat the Hamas terrorist movement in Gaza.

US troops warned to brace for retaliation from Iran after strike kills top commanders

U.S. troops could face renewed attacks by Iran's proxies after Israel's strike against the Iranian consulate in Syria this week.

NATO turns 75 as Ukraine decisions sow disagreement among members

NATO leaders took the alliance's 75th anniversary to celebrate and reflect upon its history. NATO is now faced with the question of how to aid Ukraine.

Biden admin's revolving door on terrorism label draws scathing criticism: 'New low'

The Biden administration relisted the Houthis as terrorists after months of attacks on Red Sea shipping vessels, having already warned the group repeatedly and striking Houthi assets.

Blinken says Ukraine will eventually 'become a member of NATO'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday said Ukraine will eventually join the 32-membner block of NATO while in Brussels.

Bombing kills co-founder of Syria's main al-Qaida-linked group, once known as Nusra Front

Abu Maria al-Qahtani, the co-founder of Syria's main al-Qaida-linked group, was killed Thursday by a suicide bomber in the northwestern part of the country, according to a war monitor.

Israel-Iran tensions rising as IDF pauses leave for all combat units: 'More alert, more ready'

Israel has not yet taken credit for the attack on Iran's consulate in Damascus, but the U.S. and other countries have confirmed IDF involvement, which has prompted threats from Iran.

IDF: Strike that killed World Central Kitchen workers was 'serious failure due to a mistaken identification'

The Israel Defense Forces took responsibility for a strike that killed several World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza after an investigation that called it a "serious failure."

Hundreds of mass graves unearthed in Rwanda decades after 1994 genocide

In Rwanda, ongoing excavation efforts have uncovered over 1,000 human remains after three decades of government efforts to give genocide victims burials.

Israelis fear Biden’s 'intolerable' cease-fire demand means victory for Hamas

Israeli experts argue Biden is impeding the Jewish state’s war plan to defeat the Hamas terrorist movement as the six-month campaign continues with a final incursion set for Rafah in Gaza

House GOP Ukraine skeptics draw battle lines ahead of funding fight

House Freedom Caucus Republicans and their allies are staking out their positions on U.S. funding for Ukraine after Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., signaled the issue would come up in the next several weeks.

Hezbollah chief boasts of US pressure ending Gaza conflict: 'Israel has been defeated'

The public and private divide between President Biden's sentiments on the war in Gaza versus his actions has created confusion and frustration amongst his allies.

Moldova's Russia-backed Transnistria region claims drone attacked military unit

The Moscow-backed Transnistria region of Moldova claimed Friday that a drone attacked a military unit near the Ukrainian border, though no casualties were reported.

US concerned over South Africa's growing ties with Russia, Iran and Hamas: 'Fallen' for propaganda

South Africa's doubled down on its role in the BRICS economic bloc, forming tighter relationships with Russia, China and, now, Iran, after the group agreed to expand its membership.

Former defense secretary predicts Iran will strike at Israel

Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper predicted that Iran will launch a retaliatory strike at Israel after a missile hit Tehran's consulate in Damascus, Syria.

Biden-appointed judge torches DOJ for defying subpoenas after prosecuting Trump advisor

A Joe Biden judge blasted the president's Justice Department Friday for hypocritically allowing its attorneys to defy a subpoena event though it prosecuted a Trump advisor for doing the same thing.

Body of Israeli hostage retrieved overnight during IDF operation in Gaza

Elad Katzir and his mother were taken on Oct. 7 from Kibbutz Nir Oz, but his mother was released as part of the late November 2023 temporary cease-fire agreement.

Families of American hostages in Gaza urge Biden to act after 6 months of conflict: 'Don't have time' to wait

President Biden's slow-roll approach to attaining a cease-fire in exchange for the release of all hostages has drawn significant criticism as the conflict lurches past the six-month mark.

Extremists rise in new Palestinian Authority government as Biden threatens Israel over Gaza war

The State Department recently welcomed the formation of a new Palestinian Authority government in Ramallah amid accusations that at least two of the new ministers hold extremist views.

WWIII could start over Philippines dispute in South China Sea, China 'not respecting' treaties, expert says

China has increased provocations against the Philippines over territorial claims in the South China Sea. A recent opinion piece in the government-run China Daily warned Manila 'against the horrors of war.'

Six months of terror since Oct. 7. It’s time for Israel to finish off Hamas

It's been six months of terror since the barbaric Hamas attack on Oct. 7. Israel is being pressured by the Biden White House for a ceasefire. It's time to finish the job.

Desperate Zelenskyy warns 'Ukraine will lose the war' if Congress does not send more aid

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksyy warned that his country will "lose the war" against Russia if Congress does not approve more military aid.

Mother of American abducted by Hamas: Cease-fire without releasing hostages 'is a death sentence to them'

The mother of American hostage Omer Neutra, who was kidnapped by Hamas, said, "Any demand of cease-fire without release of hostages is a death sentence to them."

Ukraine denies Russian claim of drone strikes on Europe's largest nuclear plant

A Ukrainian spokesperson denied Russian claims that Ukraine launched drone strikes on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, but the U.N. confirmed a strike took place.

South Korea launches second spy satellite in military intelligence race with North Korea

South Korea has launched its second military spy satellite following promises from North Korea to do the same. Tensions are rising once again between the neighboring countries.

Haitian police notch rare win against gangs after reclaiming hijacked ship

Haiti's National Police agency has reported the reclamation of a hijacked cargo ship carrying large amounts of rice following a five-hour gunfight with gang members.

Iran's foreign minister accuses U.S. of giving Israel 'green light' to attack consulate in Syria

Hossein Amirabdollahian, minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran, has accused the U.S. of giving Israel the 'green light' for an airstrike that killed 7 Iranian military officials.

McConnell looks to cement legacy as ‘Reagan Republican’ with crusade for Ukraine support

McConnell is focusing on Ukraine for the remainder of his time as Republican leader as his legacy of Reagan-era foreign policy and statesmanship takes shape.

Top Chinese official to lead 'goodwill visit' to North Korea this week

The No. 3 official in the Chinese Communist Party will lead a delegation on what was described as a "goodwill visit" to North Korea from April 11 to April 13, 2024.

UK's Cameron meets Trump ahead of push for more US Ukraine funding

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron met with former President Donald Trump in a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago, ahead of his push to urge lawmakers to approve funding to Ukraine

Netanyahu presses importance of Rafah invasion to eliminate Hamas: 'No force in the world will stop us'

President Biden, on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last week, indicated the U.S. would reconsider its support if Israel didn't do more to protect civilians.

Gunmen kill 6 police officers in southeast Iran

Armed militants attacked a police convoy in southeastern Iran on Tuesday, killing six officers. The Jaish al-Adl group has claimed responsibility for the ambush.

Food aid arrives in Haiti after police recover hijacked cargo ship

Haitians continue to suffer under extreme gang violence, internal displacements and food shortages as humanitarian aid groups work to deliver food supplies to Haiti.

College at center of 'Free Palestine' library attack hit with student lawsuit: 'Pro-Hamas hate'

A group of Jewish students filed a lawsuit against Copper Union, a private college in Manhattan, for the school's alleged failure to effectively respond to antisemitism on campus.

Chinese ambitions for US allies prompts Washington security summit with Japan, Philippines

China continues to press claims over waterways and fishing shoals around the Philippines, prompting increased military and security focus on the country.

President Biden, ISIS-K is ramping up its terror. You must ramp up our response

President Obama famously called ISIS the 'JV team.' President Biden appears to be on track to repeat the same mistake in Afghanistan with ISIS-K. It doesn't have to happen this way.

Iran’s leader says 4 threatening words to Israel, blasts the US and West for 'disaster' in Gaza

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed to retaliate against Israel for an airstrike on Iran’s consulate in Syria, which left several Iranian generals dead.

Israel threatens direct attack against Iran if Tehran launches strike 'from its territory'

Israel warned Iran that its military will respond with a direct strike on Iranian targets if the country launches an attack on Israel from within Iran.

US sends seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine, greenlights $138M in HAWK missile support systems

The U.S. has greenlit $138 million in foreign military sales to Ukraine for its HAWK missile systems, while the U.S. military transferred seized weapons from Iran to the war-torn country.

Putin's warlord ally adds 3,000 former Wagner mercenaries to his forces: 'Fulfilling the task of the state'

Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov eagerly looked to benefit from the Wagner troops after the group dissolved following Yevgeny Prigozhin's failed coup attempt.

3 of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's 'terrorist' sons killed by Israeli airstrike, IDF says

Israel's military says an airstrike in the central Gaza Strip has taken out three sons of Ismail Haniyeh, the chairman of Hamas' political bureau.

Israel vows to strike back after warnings of Iranian attack, says enemies 'will be met with a strong defense'

Iran state media has removed a report that airspace over Tehran was being closed following warnings that a possible attack on Israel was imminent.

Chicago business leaders slam council’s Gaza cease-fire action amid worrying rise in antisemitic incidents

By issuing its ill-conceived resolution for a cease-fire in Gaza, the Chicago City Council neglects the city’s own struggles and the uptick of antisemitism Chicago’s Jewish population is experiencing.

Talk of low Houthi weapon supply is ‘premature,’ expert warns

A top U.S. Air Force commander said American and allied retaliatory strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels has possibly degraded the group’s weapons and ammunition supplies.

Netanyahu not consulted on strike that killed Hamas leader's 3 sons, Israeli media reports

Israel's senior commanders and political leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, were not consulted before an IDF strike killed three sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Kim Jong Un promises 'death blow' to potential enemies, ignores Biden's request for cooperation

North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un ignored calls from President Biden on Wednesday, saying at a Thursday meeting of military officials North Korea must be "prepared for a war."

Zelenskyy blasts allies who turn 'blind eye' to Ukraine struggles as ammunition dwindles, Russia advances

The U.S. remains divided on continued aid for Ukraine, with some Republicans calling Russia's invasion "another forever war" while leadership continues pressing the need to oppose Moscow.

Ukraine's parliament passes a controversial law to boost much-needed conscripts as war drags on

As Ukraine's depleted forces struggle to fend off an escalating Russian campaign, the country's parliament passed a law on Thursday that will govern how Ukraine calls up soldiers.

Afghanistan's Taliban leaders issued different messages for Eid. Experts say that shows tensions

Two Taliban leaders in Afghanistan delivered messages for Eid al-Fitr this week which experts say showed tensions between hardliners and those who want to scrap harsher policies.

Iran attack threat prompts US general visit to Israel, review of military capabilities

CENTCOM Gen. Michael Kurilla regularly visits Israel to ensure the two countries' militaries maintain strong cooperative capabilities, but this year's visit has greater importance.

Military-led Mali suspends all political activity until further notice

Mali's military junta has issued a decree suspending all political activity in the country until further notice in a purported bid to uphold public order.

US restricts staff in Israel from traveling outside cities as Iran attack threat persists

The U.S. State Department is restricting movements of staff and their families inside Israel as concerns remain high of an imminent attack from Iran.

Russia destroys one of Ukraine's largest power plants, damaging energy infrastructure

Russia destroyed one of Ukraine's largest power plants and damaged energy infrastructure. Putin claims retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries.

Top Chinese official visits North Korea to discuss boosting cooperation in highest-level meeting in years

High-level officials from North Korea and China met to discuss boosting cooperation as the North seeks to tighten ties with China and Russia.

'Pro-Russian interference networks' exist in European countries, Belgian PM says

Belgian PM Alexander De Croo said his county's intelligence service has found pro-Russian networks trying to undermine support for Ukraine in several European countries.

Afghan man on terror watchlist apprehended by ICE

An Afghan national who is on the U.S. terror watchlist is back in custody Friday following his release after entering the country illegally at the southern border.

Israeli PM, military leaders hold emergency meeting amid possible direct Iranian attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and other security officials are meeting Friday to discuss a possible attack from Iran.

Johnson to meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago amid speakership threat

Former President Donald Trump is expected to give his backing to House Speaker Mike Johnson later today as the two are set to meet for high-profile talks at Mar-a-Lago

2022 draft document could serve as starting point for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Kremlin says

Russia said a 2022 draft document between it and Ukraine could be the starting point for peace talks, but also that a lot has changed since then.

Imminent attack from Iran keeps Israel on alert as US admits 'credible' threat from terror state

The United States is trying to avoid a clash, but after Israel blindsided Iranian leadership with the attack on its Damascus consulate, some believe a response is inevitable.

Rescuers in Ukraine pull 5 puppies from the rubble of a building destroyed by fire

Five puppies were rescued by firefighters from underneath the rubble of a destroyed building in Ukraine's northeastern city of Sumy; a video shows workers rinsing the puppies with water.

3 dead after militia shootout in Ethiopian capital

A shootout between police and militiamen in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, left three people dead — a rare occurrence of regional violence spilling into the densely-populated capital.

Biden expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later'

President Biden on Friday said he expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later' as tensions continue to heighten in the region.

Biden Treasury Dept official testifies 'any dollar' Iran gets in aid will fund 'violent' activities

The Treasury Department this week admitted that any funds sent to Iran go directly to funding "violent" activities of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps "before it’s ever used for their people and humanitarian aid."

Trump considering ‘loan’ system for future Ukraine aid

Former President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson held a joint press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Friday, where Trump suggested future aid to Ukraine should come in the form of a loan.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad spokesman reveals group’s Gaza propaganda playbook

Palestinian Islamic Jihad spokesman confesses to manipulating media and promoting stories based on the group’s narrative, even if they are false.

Iran vs Israel: How potential conflict could look according to experts: 'Already at war'

Experts argued against the likelihood of Iran taking direct action on Israel over fears that any head-to-head conflict would largely disadvantage the Islamic nation.

Iranian paramilitary troops seize Portuguese ship with Israeli ties as tensions remain high

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps seized a number of ships over the past five years, but decreased their activities as the Yemen-based Houthis conducted their own raids.

Assassinated Iranian general involved in 'planning and execution' of October 7 Hamas massacre: report

Amid an imminent Iranian regime attack on Israel, a U.S. think tank disclosed that an Iranian general killed by an Israeli air strike was deeply involved in the mass murder in southern Israel.

Biden cuts beach trip short amid potential Iranian attack on Israel

The U.S. has started to shore up its focus on Israel as expectations of an Iranian attack, which would come as a response to the strike on a consulate in Damascus, continue to grow.

Iran claims to follow drone launch at Israel with ballistic missile barrage

Iran has launched an attack on Israel after it vowed to respond to a deadly airstrike earlier this month targeting the Iranian consulate in Syria.

White House says US support for Israel is 'ironclad,' will 'support their defense' amid Iran attack

The White House said the United States' support for Israel's security is “ironclad" and vowed to stand with the Jewish state and “support their defense" against threats from Iran.

Lawmakers send message to White House on impending Iran drone attack to Israel: 'Stand firm'

Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle reacted to the news that Iran launched drones towards Israel, calling for the White House to "stand with Israel."

Iran's attack on Israel: A look at Tehran's arsenal of drones and missiles

Iran boasts a wide variety of drones and missiles that are all produced domestically but are often based on captured Israeli and U.S. models.

Iran offers Israel off-ramp to 'conclude' attack after launching missiles, drones on Jewish state

Iran launched an attack against Israeli targets late Saturday night but quickly issued a statement that offered the two nations a way to consider the matter "concluded."

House to focus just on Israel, Iran next week

Steve Scalise, House Majority Leader, shares exclusively with Fox News that next week's legislative docket will be shifted to focus solely on Israel and Iran.

Jewish organizations voice support for Israel's 'obligation' to defend themselves from Iran's attacks

Jewish organizations in the United States shared their support for the U.S. and called for Israel to "aggressively defend" themselves against Iran's missile and drone attacks.

World leaders collectively condemn Iran's 'reckless' attack against Israel: 'We support Israel'

International world leaders condemned Iran's attack on Israel on Saturday evening, standing in supporting of Israel's security and their right to defend themselves.

Christians in Africa face worrying rise in killings, persecution and displacement

According to one group Christians are being persecuted, killed and displaced in 28 of Africa’s 54 countries. Nigeria is one country that has seen a massive rise in attacks against the faithful.

Here's what I'd like you all to remember about my dear friend Sen Joe Lieberman

My small contribution in honoring Joe Lieberman is to point out how committed he was to protecting his nation and his beloved Israel by being strong in the face of evil.

How can Israel respond to Iran’s brazen attack?

After an unprecedented Iranian attempt to attack Israel with over 300 drones and missiles, attention has turned to how Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu will respond.

Former DNI Ratcliffe exposes Biden's 'long list' of Iran blunders that led to the historic attack

Former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe reacts to Iran's 'unprecedented' attack on Israel, spotlighting the Biden administration's role in the war.

Sen. Kennedy advises ‘wobbly’ Biden to get tough on Iran after Israel attack: 'Go on Amazon and buy a spine'

Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., appeared on "Fox News Sunday" and urged President Biden to stand with Israel following Iran's attack on Saturday.

Republicans slam Biden’s ‘Don’t’ deterrence: ‘Every time he says Don’t, they do’

Republicans chastised President Biden's "don't deterrence" following an attempted Iranian strike on Israel Saturday, arguing the president's "weakness" led to the attack.

Video shows Chicago activists cheer after learning Iran launched attack on Israel: 'Hands off Iran!'

A group of self-described anti-war activists in Chicago cheered when a man announced on Saturday that Iran had launched a barrage of missiles and drones at Israel.

Jonathan Kirby blames Trump for emboldening Iran as Biden weathers storm over 'don't' foreign policy

White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby blames former President Trump for emboldening Iran after the Islamic Republic attacks against Israel.

John Kirby blames Trump for emboldening Iran as Biden weathers storm over 'don't' foreign policy

White House national security communications spokesperson John Kirby blames former President Trump for emboldening Iran after the Islamic Republic attacks against Israel.

US destroyed more than 80 drones, at least 6 ballistic missiles from Iran and Yemen

U.S. Central Command confirmed Sunday that U.S. military forces took out at least 80 Iranian drones and six ballistic missiles launched at Israel on Saturday.

House tees up 17 bills related to Iran/Israel for this week

Congress must act to address the foreign policy nightmare due to global tensions flaring up as Iran attacked Israel over the weekend.

Biden’s dovish posture toward Iran emboldened Tehran in its attack on Israel: experts

Amid a devastating Iranian missile and drone attack on Israel, there are growing calls for Biden to pull the plug on his alleged appeasement policy and confront Tehran.

House Speaker Johnson to push Israel aid this week, could include package with billions to Ukraine, Taiwan

House Speaker Mike Johnson will have members vote on a spending package that will provide wartime aid for Israel after it suffered a drone and missile barrage from Iran.

CENTCOM review finds no evidence Abbey Gate suicide bomber was seen by Marine snipers beforehand

A new CENTCOM review found there is no evidence that Marine snipers at Abbey Gate in Kabul had eyes on the suicide bomber before the August 2021 attack that killed 13 service members.

Former Syrian general faces trial in Stockholm over alleged role in war crimes

A former Syrian army general, Mohammed Hamo, is on trial in Stockholm for alleged war crimes committed during the Syrian civil war. He faces up to 18 years in jail.

France, Germany urge its citizens to depart Iran, cancel flights amid increased risk of military escalation

France urges nationals to depart Iran, and German airline group Lufthansa cancels flights to the Middle East amid an increased risk of military conflict.

Biden to host Iraq's leader after Iran's attack on Israel spurs chaos across the Middle East

President Biden to host Iraqi Prime Minister Shia al-Sudani for talks at the White House after Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend.

Salman Rushdie in 1st interview about nearly-fatal knife attack: 'I feel more the presence of death'

Salman Rushdie survived the knife attack, which lasted nearly 30 seconds and damaged his liver and severed the nerves in an arm and an eye.

Israel, Iran and the dangerous fecklessness of an American Model UN national security team

On Saturday night there was a direct and ferocious attack on Israel from Iran. An attack without precedent or parallel. But Biden doesn't want Israel to respond with a counterattack.

Delays in US aid leave Ukraine vulnerable to Russian offensives that kill civilians, analysts warn

Russia has been advancing on Ukraine, resulting in civilian deaths, as Ukraine's ability to push back is hampered without aid. A U.S. aid package for Ukraine is stuck in Congress.

Exiled crown prince of Iran demands regime change after Israel attack: This isn't our war, 'it's Khamenei's'

Exiled Crown Prince of Iran Reza Pahlavi blames the Biden administration for emboldening Iran after its attack against Israel and calls for an end to Ali Khamenei's rule.

World leaders push Israel to avoid escalation following Iran attack

World leaders are urging Israel to avoid escalating tensions in the Middle East on Monday following Iran's attack on the country over the weekend.

Rubio accuses Biden of leaking Netanyahu call to appease anti-Israel activists: 'Game they are playing'

Sen. Marco Rubio accused the Biden administration of caving to "anti-Israel" activists by leaking the president's private call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Philippine president rejects further US military access to additional army camps

Philippine President President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says his administration has no plan to give the U.S. military access to more Philippine army camps.

What is Israel's first line of defense, the Iron Dome?

Israel's first line of defense is the Iron Dome, the second is David's Sling, or "Magic Wand," and the third is the Arrow. The U.S. has contributed financially to these systems.

Ukraine official points to Israel's response to Iranian attack as blueprint for Kyiv's defense needs

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba cited Israel's success in thwarting an Iranian missile and drone attack, crediting support from allies like the U.S. and Britain.