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Trump names Jewish Will Scharf as new White House counsel, assistant to the president
"Will is Tough, Strong, and Smart! He also loves our Country, and respects the Law. Will Scharf will do a great job as White House Counsel!," Trump wrote.
NORAD intercepts two unauthorized aircraft as Trump watches LIV golf tourney in New Jersey
The rubicon of antisemitism crossed in the West - Israel will face new dangers, too - opinion
Attacking the pro-Israel lobby has become the acceptable way to attack Jews - opinion
Iran's latest execution wave is a warning the world can't ignore - opinion
Iran Human Rights (IHR) recently reported that they believe that the Iranian regime is ramping up executions in the wake of the US strikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Israel, Lebanon agree on countries to monitor Hezbollah disarmament deal
The United States has been trying to broker an end to fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, which has raged since March.
Donald Trump unaware of US munitions shortage, prompting Camp David clash with Hegseth - report
The White House issued a statement from Trump, saying the US had “far more munitions than anyone in the world" and "far more than we need."
The West’s illusions about Erdogan’s denialism was outrageous. The reaction to it was revealing
Erdogan, a major NATO leader had effectively declared his nation innocent of every crime commonly associated with the empire, and the world moved on with remarkable ease.
US Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor refuses to pause $655m. judgment against Palestinian Authority
The decision allows efforts to collect the money to continue while the PA and PLO prepare another appeal, but it does not mean the Supreme Court has ruled on that appeal itself.
Spokane wildfires destroy over 700 structures as 64,000 flee fast-moving Washington blazes
The Spokane-area fires have scorched more than 8,000 acres since erupting on Saturday in and around suburbs on the northern fringe of the city, home to about 230,000 residents.
Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks
Traffic remained largely slow at Hormuz, with six vessels, three tankers and three bulk carriers, transiting the strait on Monday, down from seven on the previous day, according to Kpler data.
Voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in a decade - poll
The Republican edge on the economy has steadily deteriorated as US household finances suffered from soaring gasoline prices following the US-Israeli attacks on Iran in February.
Cuba's electric grid collapses again as government tries to resolve previous day's blackout
Blackouts affecting the entire island, home to about 10 million people, have become increasingly frequent in recent months.
Trump appointed Lindsey Graham's sister in tribute, South Carolina Republicans want a choice
Some Republicans say Darline Graham is a fitting caretaker for her brother's seat but oppose Trump's push to elect her to a full term, arguing voters should choose.
