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10:26
US reopens Kyiv embassy after Ukraine firing of ATACMS missiles into Russia prompted potential strike threat
The United States said it had reopened its embassy in Kyiv late on Wednesday after it had shut for the day due to what it called the threat of a significant air attack, a day after Ukraine used American missiles to hit a target inside Russia.
09:34
Chinese defense minister declines meeting with Pentagon chief
China's defense minister declined a meeting with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during a meeting of defense leaders in Laos, a move the Pentagon chief said on Wednesday was unfortunate.
11:05
Biden Approves Anti-Personnel Mines for Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions
Biden has approved anti-personnel mines for Ukraine to counter Russian advances. Unlike Russian mines, US mines deactivate after a set time. This follows Ukraine’s use of US ATACMS missiles, escalating the conflict.
10:30
US Embassy in Kyiv Closes Amid Threat of Major Air Attack
The U.S. embassy in Kyiv has closed due to a potential air attack, with staff sheltering in place. The closure follows Ukraine’s use of U.S. ATACMS missiles in Russian territory, amid rising tensions and increasing nuclear risks.
08:00
Trump and Musk Watch SpaceX Launch Starship, Booster Fails to Land
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket from Texas on Tuesday, watched by U.S. President Donald Trump. While the mission reached space, the booster failed to land as planned, splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico and exploding. The rest of the mission was successful.
07:35
Ukraine Strikes Russian Territory with ATACMS Missiles on War's 1,000th Day
On the war's 1,000th day, Ukraine launched U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles into Russia, hitting an arms depot in Bryansk. Russia intercepted most of the missiles, but the strike marked a significant escalation in the conflict.
13:20
Putin Issues Nuclear Warning to US with Updated Doctrine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved an update to its nuclear doctrine, warning of a potential nuclear response to conventional missile attacks backed by a nuclear power. This follows the approval of US allowing Ukraine to use its long-range missiles into Russia.
11:51
US Envoy in Beirut for Ceasefire Talks Following Hezbollah’s Approval of Draft
US envoy Amos Hochstein arrived in Beirut as Hezbollah and Lebanon approved a US-brokered ceasefire draft. While aligned with UN Resolution 1701, unresolved details and ongoing violence may delay a final deal.
13:38
Philippines, United States Sign Military Intelligence-Sharing Agreement
The Philippines and the United States signed a military intelligence-sharing agreement on Monday, bolstering defense ties amid rising tensions in the South China Sea and the Indo-Pacific region.
08:26
Biden Holds Strategic Talks with South Korea, Japan Ahead of Potential Trump Policy Shifts
U.S. PresidentJoe Biden met with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday at the APEC Summit in Peru. The leaders sought to solidify diplomatic progress amid rising tensions in Asia and potential shifts in alliances under a Trump administration.
07:41
New Jersey Wildfire Continues Despite Overnight Rainfall
A deadly wildfire along the New York-New Jersey border has killed one person and scorched 5,000 acres. Despite overnight rain, strong winds continue to fuel the blaze, which remains only 20% contained.
09:54
Thousands in New York protest against Donald Trump's plans for deportation and threats to reproductive rights
Thousands of people, concerned that the election of Donald Trump to the US presidency could mean a loss of rights for immigrants, marched in New York on Saturday. The President-elect has said he plans to deport immigrants en masse when he takes office in January.
10:30
TSMC Reaffirms $65 Billion US Investment Plan Despite Trump’s Election Victory
The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to its $65 billion investment in U.S. semiconductor factories. It's despite President-Elect Donald Trump concerns over Taiwan's role in the U.S. semiconductor industry.
14:47
Cyprus Strengthens Ties with the US Amid Growing Defence Cooperation
The president of Cyprus reaffirmed his government's commitment to strengthening defense and security ties with the U.S., highlighting that his recent meeting with President Biden outlined ambitious steps for their already strong bilateral relations.
07:05
Harris campaigns in Michigan, Trump hits eastern battleground states
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris campaigns in Michigan on Sunday while her Republican rival Donald Trump stops in three eastern battleground states just two days before elections
19:05
Harris and Trump locked in tight race in swing states, NYT/Siena poll shows
Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump remain in a tight race in the country's seven battleground states
09:59
US warns Iran at UN of 'severe consequences' in case of new attacks
At a U.N. Security Council meeting, the U.S. warned Iran of severe consequences if it escalates aggression against Israel or U.S. forces, as tensions rise following recent Israeli airstrikes on Iranian sites.
17:11
Accused Iranian hackers successfully peddle stolen Trump emails
The hackers' activities tracked by Reuters provide a rare glimpse into the operations of an election interference effort
10:08
US confirms two human bird flu cases in Washington state
The CDC confirms bird flu in two Washington poultry workers and ruled out infections in Missouri healthcare staff.
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