The president of Afghanistan has once again refused to sign a security pact with the United States until Washington fulfills one condition: start peace talks with the Taliban to (more…)
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Jewish community has been shifting uneasily amid increased pressure by President Barack Obama on Israel. Over the last few months, supporters of the Obama administration (more…)
WASHINGTON — Saudi Arabia has been exploring alternatives to the United States as the kingdom’s confrontation with neighboring Iran moves in a new direction, a report said. The Foreign (more…)
WASHINGTON — The United States is proceeding on another F-16 multi-role fighter project for the United Arab Emirates. The administration of President Barack Obama has approved a UAE request (more…)
A three-vessel PLA Navy flotilla spent three days starting Jan. 23 to inspect reefs and tiny isles in the heart of the South China Sea. These land formations are (more…)
NICOSIA — Syrian rebels have been spending most of their time competing for decreasing funds and weapons. Opposition sources said Sunni rebel militias have suspended most of their combat (more…)
TEL AVIV — Israel and a U.S. defense major have signed a research agreement. The U.S. company Lockheed Martin has agreed to develop research and projects with companies and (more…)
WASHINGTON — The United States, despite efforts at rapprochement, has been warning Western companies not to challenge the remaining sanctions against Iran. Officials said the administration of President Barack (more…)
ABU DHABI — Saudi Arabia has signed what was deemed a major defense cooperation agreement with Indonesia. Saudi Deputy Defense Minister Prince Salman Bin Sultan signed the defense accord (more…)
