Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress
"Ryan died as he lived: a warrior, and a hero, battling against terrorism and securing our nation," Trump said, making reference to the Jan 29 raid on an al-Qaida stronghold in central Yemen.
Wed Mar 01 2017
It's been 15 years since 9/11. How has al-Qaida changed?
Al-Qaida succeeded in provoking an American response, but it quickly became evident that it lacked a viable plan to attain its objectives.
Sun Sep 11 2016
Donald Trump featured in new militant recruitment video
The video includes a clip of Trump calling on the United States to bar Muslims from entering the country.
Sun Jan 03 2016
Pentagon: US-trained fighters have not joined forces with al-Qaida
The Pentagon on Wednesday denied reports that the latest batch of U.S.-trained rebels in Syria had defected and joined al-Qaida.
Thu Sep 24 2015
Charlie Hebdo is done with prophet Muhammad cartoons
The top editor and publisher of Charlie Hebdo said the publication would no longer draw the cartoons of the prophet Muhammad.
Sat Jul 18 2015
U.S. reveals what Osama bin Laden had in his private library
Osama bin Laden kept an extensive library of English-language books in the compound where he was killed in 2011, US revealed.
Thu May 21 2015
Indonesia quashed al-Qaida. Now it faces new Islamic State threat.
The most populous Muslim nation is now facing an Islamic State threat.
Fri Sep 26 2014
Local militia capture suspected Islamic extremists
A self styled militia group went house to house through the city rounding up men they suspected of being Islamist rebels.
Tue Jan 29 2013
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024