
MILITARY
Carter in Iraq to assess Mosul operation
The Pentagon chief has arrived in Baghdad to get an update on the push to seize the city of Mosul from Daesh.

The Pentagon chief has arrived in Baghdad to get an update on the push to seize the city of Mosul from Daesh.

The three-day maneuvers are aimed at boosting the combat readiness of various units of the Iranian Army’s Ground Forces.

Hundreds of worshipers were inside the church for a service when the iron roof caved in.

The explosion occurred when explosives on a vehicle were detonated by its driver at the Somali capital’s busy sea port.

Syrian forces, backed by Russian airpower, foil an attempt by the terrorists to re-enter the ancient city.

Arsenal beat Stoke City 3-1 at Emirates Stadium.

New protests have been held in Los Angeles against a controversial oil pipeline project in North Dakota.

The Gambian ruler’s refusal to accept presidential election results draws international criticism.

Kyrgyz citizens will be deciding for or against the introduction of over 20 amendments to the constitution.

Four parties are contending in Sunday's election amid hopes for a fateful result that would end the country's prolonged political crisis.

The National Salvation Government secures a vote of confidence from the parliament.

The elections are likely to hand power back to the leftist Social Democrats.

Divisions surface between FBI and CIA over possible meddling by Russia in the US presidential election.

US Democrats express alarm at extent of military influence in Donald Trump's cabinet.

Real Madrid have set a 35-game unbeaten run record, by staging a late comeback to beat Deportivo la Coruna 3-2.

A senior US official claims the military has killed 50,000 Daesh terrorists in Iraq and Syria in past two years.

Nigerian security forces move Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky to undisclosed location amid fears of assassination attempts.

A US lawmaker and Marine veteran says he has been insulted by fellow veterans for opposing James Mattis as Pentagon chief.