U.S. sending nearly 3,000 troops to Eastern Europe in coming days
President Joe Biden has approved the deployment of nearly 3,000 American troops to eastern Europe in the coming days amid a standoff with Russia over Ukraine.
Wed Feb 02 2022
NATO sends reinforcements and US puts troops on alert as Ukraine tensions rise
The US Department of Defense in Washington said about 8,500 American troops were put on heightened alert, should Russia invade Ukraine.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Trump to withdraw most troops from Somalia as part of global pullback
President Donald Trump has ordered nearly all American troops to withdraw from Somalia, U.S. officials said on Friday.
Sat Dec 05 2020
Afghan suicide bomber kills two U.S. soldiers in NATO convoy
A suicide bomb attack killed two American troops in Afghanistan on Wednesday as they were travelling in a convoy near the airport in the southern city of Kandahar, the U.S. military said.
Thu Aug 03 2017
US strikes Syrian military targets in first direct assault on Assad's government
The attack may put hundreds of American troops now stationed in Syria in greater danger.
Fri Apr 07 2017
We should not have left: Trump on fight with ISIS in Iraq
US President Donald Trump has questioned the decision of his predecessors to first send the American troops to Iraq and then withdraw them, while assuring support to the war torn country to maintain s
Tue Mar 21 2017
Obama vow to 'extinguish' Ebola despite troop withdrawal
US President Barack Obama said US military efforts to contain Ebola would give way to a civilian-led drive to "extinguish" the deadly virus, as he ordered home American troops in West Africa.
Thu Feb 12 2015
MH370: American troops in Kota Bharu and Ipoh for normal exercise, not to help in locating MH370
The Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) has denied allegations that there are American troops are in Kota Bharu and Ipoh to help in the SAR of MH370.
Tue Mar 18 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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