Iowa Guard Members Killed in Syria Return Home
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
A Croatian court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for a knife attack at an elementary school in Zagreb that killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded six others. Read the full details of the tragic case.
A massive Russian drone and missile assault struck Ukraine on December 23, 2025, killing at least three people and causing widespread power outages. Read the latest details on the escalating conflict.
Turkey's top officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, visited Syria as a deadline for Kurdish groups to integrate with Syrian forces approaches. The high-stakes diplomatic move aims to reshape regional security dynamics.
Australia observed a national moment of silence and vigils one week after the antisemitic terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Bondi Beach that killed 15 people. Read about the commemorations and the ongoing response.
Thousands gathered at Sydney's Bondi Beach for a National Day of Reflection, honouring victims of the December 14 antisemitic attack. The ceremony marks a week of national mourning in Australia.
Jordan confirms its air force participated in U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State targets in Syria on December 20, 2025. Details on the joint operation.
A violent attack at two Taipei subway stations left three dead and five injured. The suspect, a 27-year-old wanted for evading military service, is also deceased. Authorities confirm it was a deliberate act.
The U.S. launches large-scale military strikes in Syria, targeting ISIS, in retaliation for an ambush that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Details on the operation and regional impact.
Following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and an interpreter in Syria, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a renewed military effort to eliminate Islamic State fighters. Details on the response.
A suicide car bomber and militants attacked a military post in northwest Pakistan, killing four soldiers. The assault highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently repeal the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, a bipartisan move hailed as a decisive step for reconstruction. Learn about the implications for the war-torn nation.
Former President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of three Iowans killed in Syria. Sgts. William Howard, Edgar Torres-Tovar, and an interpreter were honored as their remains returned to U.S. soil.
Former President Donald Trump will witness the dignified transfer of two National Guardsmen and an interpreter killed in Syria. The ceremony honors Sgts. William Howard and Edgar Torres-Tovar.
The surviving Bondi Beach gunman has been charged with 59 offences, including murder and terrorism. Authorities link the attack to ISIS. Read the latest details.
U.S. President Donald Trump expands travel ban to 27 countries, including Palestinian Authority and Syria, citing compromised vetting abilities after recent conflicts. Details on the new restrictions.
A 24-year-old man faces 59 charges in the Bondi Beach massacre as funerals begin for the 15 Jewish victims. Australia confronts antisemitism and gun laws.
A British man receives a prison sentence exceeding 21 years for driving a minivan into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans, injuring over 45 people during a championship celebration.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese states the Bondi Beach mass shooting that killed 15 was driven by Islamic State ideology. Authorities probe the attackers' radicalization and movements.
The ISIS-linked terror attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Australia exposes a global surge in Jew hatred. With antisemitic incidents in Canada up 125%, experts warn a similar attack is imminent. Read the urgent analysis.
The U.S. Army has named the two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a recent attack in Syria. Get the details on the fallen servicemembers and the incident.
Canada has officially removed Syria from its list of state supporters of terrorism and lifted sanctions against its interim government. Learn the details and implications of this major foreign policy shift.
The Canadian government has formally removed Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism, marking a significant diplomatic shift. Explore the details and implications of this decision.
A U.S. military operation in Syria in October 2025 allegedly resulted in the death of an undercover agent, not a senior Islamic State official as intended. The incident raises serious questions about intelligence and operational failures.
B.C. conservation officers have captured four additional bears linked to an attack on children and teachers in Bella Coola. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
U.S. President Trump invites Israeli PM Netanyahu to Washington, discusses Gaza and urges strong dialogue with Syria. Read the latest on the evolving Middle East diplomacy.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Israel regarding its role in Syria. Get the latest analysis on this significant geopolitical development.
Six IDF soldiers were wounded, three seriously, during a raid in Syria targeting Jaama Islamiya terrorists planning attacks against Israelis. Read the latest details.
A woman has died and a man is critically injured following a shark attack at Dee Why Beach in Sydney, Australia. The incident occurred on November 26, 2025.
Conservation officers search for grizzly bear that attacked children and teachers in Bella Coola. Community rallies with fundraising for victims. Latest updates.