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U.S. Again Names Iran As Leading Terrorism Sponsor

The United States has once again named Iran as the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism, accusing it of fueling conflicts and undermining governments throughout the Middle East.

U.S. Ambassador Says Volkswagen Agrees To Pull Out Of Iran

The U.S. ambassador to Germany has told Bloomberg News that automaker Volkswagen has agreed to comply with U.S. sanctions and suspend most of its operations in Iran.

Israeli Air Force Chief Travels To Moscow Amid Shoot-Down Anger

The chief of the Israeli Air Force is traveling to Moscow on September 20 for discussions after a Russian military surveillance plane was shot down over Syria’s coast, killing 15 Russian service-members.

U.S. Again Names Iran As Leading Terrorism Sponsor

The United States has once again named Iran as the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism, accusing it of fueling conflicts and undermining governments throughout the Middle East.

Potential Readmission Of Russia’s Anti-Doping Agency Sparks Outcry

Dozens of athletes, a key Russian whistle-blower, and the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) deputy head have expressed opposition to the lifting of the suspension of Russia's anti-doping agency (RUSADA) this week following a major doping scandal.

Former Pakistani PM Sharif Freed From Prison On Bail

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, his daughter, and son-in-law have been released from prison after a court suspended their prison sentences in a corruption case.

Afghanistan's Shi'a Brace For More Attacks On Ashura Holiday

Members of Afghanistan’s Shi’ite minority are bracing for potential violence as they prepare to commemorate Ashura, the holiest celebration in their religious calendar.

'Shocked' Russian Elections Chief Wants Fraud-Marred Vote Annulled

Russia's top election official has recommended that regional authorities annul the result of a disputed gubernatorial runoff vote in the Primorye region, where the Communist Party cried foul after the Kremlin-backed incumbent surged ahead at the end of the ballot count.

U.S. Downplays Russian Plane Shoot-Down, Vows To Continue Fight Against IS

U.S. officials expressed sorrow over the shoot-down of a Russian military surveillance plane off the Syrian coast and said it would not affect the U.S. campaign against Islamic State (IS) fighters.

Afghanistan Arrests 26 Suspected IS Militants Accused Of Targeting Shi'a

Afghanistan’s main intelligence agency says its officers have arrested at least 26 suspected members of the extremist group Islamic State (IS), accusing them of plotting attacks on members of the Shi'ite minority.

U.K. Judge Rules Spy Evidence On Dead Russian Businessman Should Stay Secret

Material about possible links between British spy agencies and a Russian businessman who died in mysterious circumstances in Britain nearly six years ago will remain secret, a judge has ruled.

Afghan Boy And His Dog March For Peace

As Iran's Economy Suffers, Afghan Migrants Are Forced To Go Home

Iran's currency has dropped sharply this year, and U.S. sanctions on the country are expected to further undermine its economy. The financial instability is taking a toll on the large numbers of Afghan migrants who live in Iran, forcing many to return home to their war-torn country.

Berlin Hospital Says 'Highly Plausible' Russian Activist Was Poisoned

German doctors at the Berlin hospital where Russian activist Pyotr Verzilov is being treated say he was likely poisoned.

Iran Hails 'Responsible Diplomacy' After Turkey, Russia Agree On Idlib Plan

Tehran, Damascus, and Syrian opposition groups have welcomed an agreement between Russia and Turkey to avert an assault on Syria's last major rebel stronghold in the northwestern province of Idlib.

Tension Builds In Russian Far East Region After Disputed Vote Count

Rival contenders for the governorship in a Russian Pacific region girded for court battles, and more protests, after an unusual last-minute vote count in a runoff election gave victory to the ruling party incumbent.

Rights Monitor Slams Kyrgyzstan For 'Dangerously Overbroad' Crackdown On Extremism

Human Rights Watch warned that authorities were unjustly prosecuting and jailing people of possessing materials that were only deemed "extremist" after their arrests.

U.S. To Sharply Cut Refugee Admissions

President Donald Trump's administration has proposed sharply cutting the number of refugees allowed into the United States next year to 30,000.

Israel Rejects Russian Blame For Deadly Downing Of Surveillance Plane By Syria

Syrian air defenses inadvertently shot down a Russian surveillance plane over the eastern Mediterranean Sea, Moscow said on September 18, blaming what it called reckless actions by Israel that led to the deaths of 15 Russian servicemen.

Pakistan PM To Offer Citizenship To Afghans Born In Pakistan