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Saudi Arabia Accuses Iran, Hezbollah of Aiding Houthis After Deadly Missile Attack
Two people killed in latest assault from Yemen; coalition’s response leaves at least three civilians dead, medics say
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles During Drills in Warning to Israel
The country’s Revolutionary Guard says the exercises were designed to respond to threats made in recent days by Israel.
Wiesenthal Center Puts BBC 3rd – After Only Iran, Hamas – On Antisemitism List
Organization’s head says ‘months of intense debate and discussion’ preceded ranking; cites alleged biased reporting, antisemitic staff
Russia Withdraws 10,000 Troops from Ukrainian Border Ahead of Planned Negotiations Next Month
Russia reportedly amassed as many as 100,000 troops near the Ukrainian border since November
Venezuela’s President to Visit Iran ‘Very Soon’
Venezuela and Iran have strengthened their ties since last year.
Talks Aimed at Reviving Iran Nuclear Deal to Resume in Vienna
The talks have made scant progress since they resumed in November after a five-month hiatus following the election of hard-line Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
Energy Company Will Pay $43 Million For US’ Longest-Running Oil Spill
Taylor Energy, the company behind the United State’s longest-running oil spill, has agreed to pay more than $43…
NBA Mandates COVID Booster for Media, Personnel Nearest Players
A nationwide spike in COVID-19 cases has hit the NBA hard in December after only 17 positives in October and November combined. More than 115 positive tests were recorded in players in the first 21 days of the month.
Amazon Reportedly Took Down Reviews of Chinese President’s Book After Demands
Amazon.com currently offers Xi's book with positive reviews from Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and HuffPost
Amazon.com currently offers Xi's book with positive reviews from Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and HuffPost
Senators Ask Biden for ‘Overdue’ Report on Vetting of Afghan Refugees
The Republicans called the administration's actions 'unacceptable'