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IMF cuts global growth forecast

BUSINESS

IMF cuts global growth forecast

The International Monetary Fund has cut its forecast for the global growth by estimating that the international economy will grow at 3.4 percent this year.

US, Israel to finalize new military aid

FOREIGN POLICY

US, Israel to finalize new military aid

A high-level American delegation is expected to visit Israel next week to work out the final details of a new 10-year military aid package.

Blacks’ plight worsened since Dr. King

INTERVIEWS

Blacks’ plight worsened since Dr. King

The situation of most African Americans has deteriorated since the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr., a researcher and historian in Washington says.

Iran starts moving released assets

ECONOMY

Iran starts moving released assets

The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) says it has started moving $32 billion of Iran's assets that have been released from overseas banks in the wake of the removal of sanctions against the country.

Iran reply to US 'to come where it matters'

DEFENSE

Iran reply to US 'to come where it matters'

An Iranian general says Tehran will boost its missile prowess despite US sanctions, adding that Washington should expect Iran's response 'on the real battlefield.'