Syria’s official news agency says the government is deploying ground troops preparing to launch an attack against ISIS forces in Suwayda Province in the southeastern portion of the country. Continue reading →
{FD} New York Republican Michael Grimm seeks to reclaim congressional seat after prison stint
The New York City borough of Staten Island, unlike much of the city, is Trump country. Continue reading →
{FD} US bought shuttered Jerusalem hotel to step up diplomatic presence in city, report says
Days after Vice President Mike Pence told Israel’s Parliament the United States would relocate its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem before the end of next year, the U.S. has increased its diplomatic presence in the city. Continue reading →
{FD} Emotional Sen. Menendez accused of selling his office for glamorous lifestyle, at trial opening
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez entered the first day of his corruption trial Wednesday on the verge of tears, as he proclaimed his innocence outside federal court in Newark. Continue reading →
{FD} Israel, Palestinians urge UN to help restore calm in Middle East
In the wake of escalating tension between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, representatives of both countries called for the United Nations to help restore calm to the region. Continue reading →
