Blinken urges peaceful Syrian political transition
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for coordination in Syria?s transition away from former President Bashar al-Assad, as he prepared to leave Jordan and travel to Turkey, a NATO ally and backer of Syrian rebel groups. Ken Gray, a distinguished lecturer in terrorism and security at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest in the Middle East.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for coordination in Syria?s transition away from former President Bashar al-Assad, as he prepared to leave Jordan and travel to Turkey, a NATO ally and backer of Syrian rebel groups. Ken Gray, a distinguished lecturer in terrorism and security at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest in the Middle East.
5 unusual holiday traditions around the world
Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.
Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.
Guyana wants to turn Jonestown massacre site into tourist attraction despite objections
The Jonestown massacre in 1978 left more than 900 dead in Guyana, a country in South America. Now, that country is considering turning that site into a tourist attraction.
The Jonestown massacre in 1978 left more than 900 dead in Guyana, a country in South America. Now, that country is considering turning that site into a tourist attraction.
Israel carries out hundreds of strikes on Syria
Israel carried out a wave of heavy airstrikes across Syria as its troops advanced deeper into the country, a Syrian opposition war monitor said Tuesday, and the Israeli defense minister announced that his forces had destroyed Syria?s navy. Israel acknowledged pushing into a buffer zone inside Syria following the overthrow of President Bashar Assad. But it remained unclear if Israeli soldiers had gone beyond that area, which was established more than 50 years ago. Israel denied that it was advancing on the Syrian capital of Damascus. Former adviser at the office of Netanyahu, Ruthie Blum, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Israel carried out a wave of heavy airstrikes across Syria as its troops advanced deeper into the country, a Syrian opposition war monitor said Tuesday, and the Israeli defense minister announced that his forces had destroyed Syria?s navy. Israel acknowledged pushing into a buffer zone inside Syria following the overthrow of President Bashar Assad. But it remained unclear if Israeli soldiers had gone beyond that area, which was established more than 50 years ago. Israel denied that it was advancing on the Syrian capital of Damascus. Former adviser at the office of Netanyahu, Ruthie Blum, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Russia may be ready to use new lethal missile again
A U.S. intelligence assessment has concluded that Russia may use its lethal new intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine again soon, two U.S. officials said Wednesday. The Oreshnik missile, which was used for the first time last month, is seen more as an attempt at intimidation than as a game-changer on the battlefield in Ukraine, according to one of the officials.
A U.S. intelligence assessment has concluded that Russia may use its lethal new intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine again soon, two U.S. officials said Wednesday. The Oreshnik missile, which was used for the first time last month, is seen more as an attempt at intimidation than as a game-changer on the battlefield in Ukraine, according to one of the officials.
Biden approves national security memo to assist Trump with China, Iran, North Korea and Russia
The memo was designed to help President-elect Donald Trump and his new administration with managing relationships between the U.S. and the four countries.
The memo was designed to help President-elect Donald Trump and his new administration with managing relationships between the U.S. and the four countries.
Syrian rebels name new PM Mohammed Al-Bashir
A new rebel-backed figure has now taken charge as Syria's interim prime minister after the fall of Assad's regime. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall discusses the latest developments in Syria with Tufts University Professor Dr. Alon Burstein.
A new rebel-backed figure has now taken charge as Syria's interim prime minister after the fall of Assad's regime. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall discusses the latest developments in Syria with Tufts University Professor Dr. Alon Burstein.
Israel hammers military sites in Syria
Israeli warplanes continued to pound military sites in Syria after Israeli troops seized a border buffer zone following the collapse of President Bashar Assad?s rule. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he wants to establish "relations" with the new regime in Syria. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discussed the latest in Syria with retired Marines intelligence officer Hal Kempfer.
Israeli warplanes continued to pound military sites in Syria after Israeli troops seized a border buffer zone following the collapse of President Bashar Assad?s rule. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he wants to establish "relations" with the new regime in Syria. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discussed the latest in Syria with retired Marines intelligence officer Hal Kempfer.
Stop jumping in front of oncoming cars, South African government warns citizens
South Africa’s Road Accident Fund warns against a disturbing trend of people faking car crashes for compensation, highlighting rising socioeconomic pressures ahead of the holiday season.
South Africa’s Road Accident Fund warns against a disturbing trend of people faking car crashes for compensation, highlighting rising socioeconomic pressures ahead of the holiday season.
US strikes ISIS in Syria; Assad flees to Russia
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted dozens of airstrikes on known ISIS camps and operatives in central Syria on Sunday to prevent the terrorist organization from taking advantage of the demise of Syrian dictator Bashar Assad?s regime. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the situation in Syria with retired Marines intelligence officer Hal Kempfer.
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted dozens of airstrikes on known ISIS camps and operatives in central Syria on Sunday to prevent the terrorist organization from taking advantage of the demise of Syrian dictator Bashar Assad?s regime. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the situation in Syria with retired Marines intelligence officer Hal Kempfer.
Assad heads for Russia as regime collapses in Syria
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad?s regime in Syria has sent shock waves throughout the region and beyond, marking a dramatic turning point after nearly 14 years of civil war. Assad, who fled the country as rebels closed in on the capital of Damascus, has arrived in Moscow and has been granted asylum by the Russian government, according to a Russian News Agency. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discussed the latest developments in Syria with Cliff May, President of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad?s regime in Syria has sent shock waves throughout the region and beyond, marking a dramatic turning point after nearly 14 years of civil war. Assad, who fled the country as rebels closed in on the capital of Damascus, has arrived in Moscow and has been granted asylum by the Russian government, according to a Russian News Agency. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discussed the latest developments in Syria with Cliff May, President of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Syria's future unclear after rebels take over govt.
According to the Associated Press, Damascus was quiet on Monday, with life slowly returning to normal while most shops and public institutions were closed. Senior Counsel at the Lawfare Project, Gerard Filitti, joins LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest.
According to the Associated Press, Damascus was quiet on Monday, with life slowly returning to normal while most shops and public institutions were closed. Senior Counsel at the Lawfare Project, Gerard Filitti, joins LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest.
What's next for Syria after Assad's regime has ended?
LiveNOW's Mike Pache discusses the latest developments in Syria with Brian Boyd, a 30-plus year professional intelligence analyst, counter terrorism specialist and law enforcement professional.
LiveNOW's Mike Pache discusses the latest developments in Syria with Brian Boyd, a 30-plus year professional intelligence analyst, counter terrorism specialist and law enforcement professional.
Assad regime ends in Syria as rebels claim Damascus
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime has come to an end after rebel forces seized the capital Damascus on Sunday. LiveNOW's Andy Mac checks in with Fox News' Lucas Tomlinson and the FDD's David Daoud to discuss the latest developments in Syria.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime has come to an end after rebel forces seized the capital Damascus on Sunday. LiveNOW's Andy Mac checks in with Fox News' Lucas Tomlinson and the FDD's David Daoud to discuss the latest developments in Syria.
Syria's Assad flees to Moscow after rebels end his regime
Russian state media report that Syria’s President Bashar Assad and his family have fled to Moscow and are being given asylum there.
Russian state media report that Syria’s President Bashar Assad and his family have fled to Moscow and are being given asylum there.
Notre Dame reopens 5 years after devastating fire
Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the world this weekend, and it looks more magnificent than it has for generations.
Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the world this weekend, and it looks more magnificent than it has for generations.
Will the Assad regime fall?
Syrian rebels continue to seize control of major cities, hoping to overthrow President Bashar al- Assad. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discusses the future of the Syrian civil war with national security analyst Hal Kempfer.
Syrian rebels continue to seize control of major cities, hoping to overthrow President Bashar al- Assad. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discusses the future of the Syrian civil war with national security analyst Hal Kempfer.
Actress dies after consuming amphibian's venom at spiritual cleansing retreat
Mexican actress Marcela Alcázar Rodríguez died after participating in a cleansing ritual.
Mexican actress Marcela Alcázar Rodríguez died after participating in a cleansing ritual.
Flight passengers can be denied boarding if they don't follow these rules, travel expert warns
Flight passengers might want to make sure their passports follow these requirements, or else they might not be allowed to board a plane, according to an international flight attendant.
Flight passengers might want to make sure their passports follow these requirements, or else they might not be allowed to board a plane, according to an international flight attendant.
Trump taps Georgia's David Perdue to serve as U.S. Ambassador to China
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that former U.S. Senator David Perdue of Georgia will serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to China.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that former U.S. Senator David Perdue of Georgia will serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to China.