Washington rejects Russia's claims terrorists captured by Syrian troops spoke of plan to stage fake chemical attacks, blame them on government forces. Moscow's allegations part of "continuing disinformation campaign" to blame others for chemical attacks carried out by Assad forces, U.S. says.
In Iran briefing, members of Congress say U.S. officials sought to convince lawmakers White House tamping down rhetoric on Tehran. Some House Democrats accuse administration of twisting intelligence to make the case for an aggressive response to any Iranian actions.
Addressing U.N. Security Council, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert warns that if the issue of thousands of returning Islamic State fighters and their families from Syria to Iraq isn't managed properly, "we risk creating a new breeding ground for the next generation of terrorists."
Trump's special envoy criticizes Palestinian Authority over its boycott of peace efforts: "Our vision can fundamentally change their lives." Senior Palestinian official Nabil Shaath: "We have nothing to discuss."
Houthi rebels say they launched bomb-laden drone targeting airport in Najran that contains a military base. Ryadh acknowledges attack. Located right on the Saudi border with Yemen, Najran has repeatedly been targeted by the Iranian-allied rebels.
Amir Shabo, a Chaldean Christian, was detained in a 2017 sweep of Iraqi immigrants who had criminal convictions. He appealed his deportation, arguing that he would be persecuted in Iraq because he had refused to fight for Saddam Hussein.
Announcement comes days after Iran warned it would not abide by 2015 nuclear deal. Officials stress the uranium would be enriched only to the 3.67% limit set under deal with world powers, far below what's needed for an atomic weapon.
Spokesman for Iran-backed Shiite rebel group says Saudi regime is trying to rally support for its "brutal aggression" against the Yemeni people.
Police raid hideout of group suspected of ties to the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood movement, firefight ensues.
Iranian foreign minister tells U.S. "never to threaten Iran" after Trump warns republic would be destroyed in the event of a conflict. Trump's statement follows the firing of a rocket on Sunday into Baghdad’s heavily fortified “Green Zone” that exploded near the U.S. embassy.
