Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Drone Near Mecca, Islam's Holiest City
The drone was destroyed Tuesday evening before entering prohibited airspace, marking the second Houthi attempt to target Mecca since 2017.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Refinery Despite Trump Claim of Energy Truce
Both Moscow and Kyiv welcomed a potential energy truce but made clear there is no agreement to stop attacks.
Global Democracy Report Names US Under Trump as Patient Zero for Decline
Key indicators including judicial independence, press freedom, and access to justice have fallen to record lows globally and in the US.
Netanyahu to sue Israeli newspaper over report UAE warned of Oct. 7 attack
Haaretz reported UAE President bin Zayed called Netanyahu 10 days before the attack to warn of a major Hamas operation.
US confirms deployment of space weapons for first time, Air Force secretary says
Air Force Secretary Troy Meink announced the weapons are capable of defending against hostile adversary actions but provided no details on their nature.
Xi Jinping to Visit Washington for Trump Summit After Global South Tour
The Chinese leader is expected in Washington on Sept. 24, following his busiest travel schedule in more than seven years.
FBI Director Patel Suggests Agents May Be Sent to Polling Places
Kash Patel's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee reversed earlier indications that he would not send agents to polls.
Russian Warship Fires Flares at Danish Helicopter Over Baltic Sea
One flare passed close to the helicopter during routine photography of the Russian frigate in international waters, Denmark's military said.
Houthis Seize Red Sea Islands, Saudi Arabia Seeks Egyptian Backing
Yemen's Iran-backed rebels captured strategic territory controlling the Bab al-Mandeb Strait as attacks escalated on both sides.
DHS Watchdog Finds Florida Detention Center Used Small Cages for Detainees
Report details cramped conditions at Alligator Alcatraz, where metal enclosures provided about 18 square feet of space.
Russian Oligarch Paid Hundreds of Thousands for Trump Jr. Wedding Events
Umar Kremlev, who has ties to Putin, funded the rental of a private island and fireworks for the May celebration in the Bahamas.
Vermont trial begins for man who shot three Palestinian students
Jason Eaton, 51, faces attempted murder charges and is using an insanity defense, claiming he heard CIA messages.
Catania Airport Suspends All Flights as Mount Etna Sends Volcanic Ash Over Sicily
Italy's fifth-busiest airport extended flight suspensions until 10 p.m. local time on September 14 due to ongoing ash emissions.
European Leaders Meet on Arctic Security Amid Climate Change and Russian Military Buildup
The two-day summit in Finland focuses on new shipping routes, natural resources, and doubts about continued U.S. defense support through NATO.
Sweden's national election ends in dead heat, outcome hinges on late ballots
Center-left bloc leads by one seat in partial count, with final results potentially taking days as overseas votes arrive.
Russian Drone Strikes Train Near Polish Border, Hits Gas Station
A passenger train traveling from Kyiv to Warsaw was struck just two kilometers from Poland, prompting temporary border crossing closure.
Trump Tells Ukraine to Stop Striking Russian Diesel Infrastructure Amid Price Surge
U.S. diesel prices rose over $6 a gallon for the first time Thursday as Ukrainian drone attacks reduce Russian fuel production.
Thailand cuts visa-free stays for Americans and Europeans from 60 to 30 days
The change takes effect September 15, affecting travelers from 93 countries including the US, Canada, UK, and EU nations.
Canada explores associate membership with EU amid escalating Trump trade war
Prime Minister Mark Carney has pitched major European leaders on unprecedented status that does not currently exist.
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