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Trump defends Putin, Says You Think Our Country's So Innocent?
President Donald Trump has brushed off his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin's description as a "killer", saying the US has "a lot of killers" and suggested that America was not so "innocent".
Iran Welcomes US Wrestling Team After Travel Ban Halted
Iran said on Sunday it would allow US wrestlers to compete in an international tournament after President Donald Trump's travel ban was halted by a federal court.
Trump Administration Appeals Against 'So-called' Judge's Stay on Travel Ban
Donald Trump's administration has appealed a federal judge's order that blocked the US president's ban on travellers from seven Muslim-majority nations.
Sudan for Better Relations With US Despite Being on Trump's Ban List
Sudan on Saturday vowed to enhance its bilateral relations with Washington despite US President Donald Trump banning the African country's citizens from entering the United States.
UN Lifts Sanctions on Notorious Afghan Warlord Hekmatyar
The UN Security Council has lifted sanctions on the notorious Afghan warlord Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, previously branded "a global terrorist" and accused of war crimes.
Iran Unmoved by US Threats, Relies on Own Means of Defence: Zarif
Just days earlier, the US president threatened Iran that military options were "not off the table" in response to the country's missile test.
Another Trump Order May Deny Jobs to People on Religious Ground
"Such an order, if signed, would likely plunge President Donald Trump into a debate over religious freedom, gay rights and reproductive rights, which has churned through states and courts for years -- most recently with the disputes over transgender peopl...
Donald Trump 'Unbelievably Disappointed' With Australia Refugee deal
The White House deepened its condemnation of an Obama administration refugee deal with Australia Thursday, saying President Donald Trump was "unbelievably disappointed" in the agreement.
Is Donald Trump Really in a Position to Put Iran 'On Notice'?
Over the past week, the President has burned a whole lot of his diplomatic capital.
White House Says Israeli Settlement Building May Not Help Peace
The Trump administration said on Thursday Israel's building of new settlements or expansion of existing ones in occupied territories may not be helpful in achieving peace with Palestinians, adopting a more measured tone than its previous pro-Israel announ...
Thousands Protest as Romania Relaxes Corruption Law
Thousands of Romanians took to the streets Tuesday night after the government issued a controversial emergency decree reducing the penalties for corruption in a move which will allow several politicians to avoid criminal prosecution.
White House Hints at Including Pakistan in Trump's Travel Ban List
The White House on Tuesday hinted that Pakistan, considered by many as harbinger of terrorism, could be included in US President Donald Trump's travel ban list.
Trump Picks Conservative Judge Gorsuch for US Supreme Court
President Donald Trump on Tuesday nominated Neil Gorsuch for a lifetime job on the U.S. Supreme Court, picking the 49-year-old federal appeals court judge to restore the court's conservative majority and help shape rulings on divisive issues such as abort...
Saudi Prince Buys Airplane Seats to Transport 80 Falcons
In an unusual sight, a Saudi prince is claimed to have bought tickets of a passenger jet for his 80 falcons, according to media reports.
Boy Scouts of America Will Allow Transgender Children Into Programs
The Boy Scouts of America announced on Monday that it will allow transgender children who identify as boys to enroll in its boys only programs.
Britain Wins Exemption on Trump Visa Ban as Theresa May Faces Criticism
British Prime Minister Theresa May faced criticism for her initial response to Donald Trump's border clampdown, as the UK won an exemption for its citizens from the US President's restrictions.