Islamic State still a 'global threat,' US official warns
State Dept. counterterrorism coordinator Nathan Sales: ISIS has increased the lethality of their attacks, they've expanded into new areas, and they've repeatedly targeted US interests.
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'Russia senses US wants pretext for Persian Gulf conflict'
Moscow's Foreign Ministry says the Kremlin is "deeply worried" about growing US-Iran tensions. Russia slams the "vicious practice of risking civilian lives" in what it calls the "pursuit of ratings or electoral success" ahead of the 2020 presidential elections.
Iran says 'ready for worst' in battle to save nuclear deal
President Hassan Rouhani says Islamic republic is bracing for an "uphill battle" to salvage its nuclear deal with world powers, states he is confident Iran will eventually prevail.
US envoy slams Germany after reluctance on Hormuz mission
"America has sacrificed a lot to help Germany remain part of the West," US envoy to Berlin Richard Grenell says after German FM Heiko Mass declines US request to join mission to secure Strait of Hormuz." Germany is the biggest economic power in Europe. This success brings global responsibilities," he says.
Iranian women defy prison threats by sending veil videos
US-based Iranian journalist behind social media campaign encouraging women in Iran to share self-portraits without the Islamic veil online says Iranian regime "scared of women practicing civil disobedience and engaging in peaceful protest."
Facebook defeats appeal in US claiming it aided Hamas attacks
Victims of Hamas attacks in Israel sought to hold the company liable for providing the group a social media platform to further its goals. Court says the Communications Decency Act, a 1996 law regulating Internet content, shields Facebook from liability.
US believes Osama bin Laden's son Hamza is dead
New York Times reports US had a role in operation that led to death of Hamza, believed to be a key leader in al-Qaida terrorist group, which it said took place during the past two years.
US puts sanctions on Iran's FM, who says they won't affect him
In statement announcing the move, US Treasury notes Mohammad Zarif's implements "reckless agenda of Iran's Supreme Leader, and is the regime's primary spokesperson around the world." On Twitter, Zarif dismisses sanctions, which he says will not impact him as he has no interests outside of Iran.
Macron, Rouhani hold talks over Iran-US tensions
French President Emmanuel Macron reiterates "need to initiate a de-escalation of tension" in lengthy meeting with his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani in France, office of presidency says.
Germany disciplines diplomats over anti-Israel 'likes'
Germany’s Foreign Ministry institutes new social media guidelines and disciplines personnel after anti-Israel tweets were “liked” by the official Twitter account of the German mission to the Palestinian territories.