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US accuses Iran of ‘dangerous’ harassment of US warships

US Navy 5th Fleet says Revolutionary Guard vessels repeatedly crossed bows and sterns of several US ships at close range and high speed.

Report: In January, Trump refused to implement social distancing

Dr. Anthony Fauci confirms Pres. Trump rejected intelligence reports in favor of economists' advice not to harm trade relations with China.

Trump: 'There's no happy talk, this is the real deal'

Pres. Trump argues with CNN's Jim Acosta, says US has 'enough tests, enough hospital beds,' other countries are asking US for ventilators.

US to face 'hardest and saddest' two weeks

US Surgeon General Jerome Adams says America facing 'our Pearl Harbor, our 9/11 moment.'

Watch: 'We have to do everything we can to avoid being sick'

CNN's Chris Cuomo says he tested positive for coronavirus, talks about his greatest fears. 'We're in it, it's a fight, and it'll get worse.'

Has a Jewish doctor found a treatment for coronavirus?

Dr. Vladimir Zelenko claims he's used an experimental mix of medications to treat nearly 700 coronavirus victims.

Watch: White House holds press briefing on coronavirus

Trump and members of Coronavirus Task Force speak to press about outbreak and containment efforts.

Lebanon militia veteran al-Fakhoury released to US

Former member of pro-Israel group in Lebanon is released to US after being serving time for collaboration with Israel.

5 Jewish NGOs join appeal to Congress for cash infusion

Charitable nonprofits require $60 billion in funds to maintain operations, letter says.

Business school dean discusses US supply chain vulnerabilities

Former Congressman, Liberty University School of Business Dean David Brat discusses US supply chain vulnerabilities in fascinating interview

Washington: First patient dies of coronavirus in US

Patient who died of COVID-19 was a 'wonderful woman,' Trump says.

US to withdraw troops from Afghanistan

Agreement includes US withdrawal, Taliban commitment not to use Afghanistan as a launchpad for terror attacks against US.

US: Extremists killed over 400 people

US domestic extremists killed more than 400 people over the last decade, half of them to further the killer's ideology, survey says.

China: US hasn't provided aid, has only spread fear

Chinese gov't accuses US of spreading fear, imposing restrictions which contradict WHO guidelines.

US message to Arab League: We need a new approach

US official calls on Arab League to 'try a new approach' which will better the lives of Palestinian Authority, Gaza, Arabs.

Police officers better than armed congregants, report says

Synagogues should not arm ordinary congregants, Jewish security agency says.

Live: Trump signs deal with China

Watch live as President Donald Trump participates in a signing ceremony of the agreement between the US and China

The Persian Puzzle: Iran, Iraq, and the United States

What a trove of leaked Iranian cables tells us about Iran’s influence in Iraq.

The Trump Doctrine: America First - and more

US-led coalition to withdraw from Iraq

Anti-ISIS coalition to abide by Iraqi parliamentary vote to expel US troops from the country.

Report: Drones were waiting for Soleimani to land in Baghdad

Qassem Soleimani boarded a civilian flight. Two drones were ready and waiting for him to land.

Director of Middle East Forum:

'Iranian act of revenge would spark much harsher US reaction'

'The Iranians' interest in avenging the murder of Soleimani is a double-edged sword. I, in the place of the Iranians, would stay silent.'

Are the US and Israel on the verge of confronting Iran?

How far is the threat from the Islamic Republic to a military attack against it and what will be the point of no return?

China slams US after Trump signs bills for Hong Kong rights

'The U.S. is publicly supporting crazy violent criminals with measures that are extremely evil in nature and dangerous in motive.'

Only fostering internal revolt will end Iran’s threat to Israel

Investigative journalist Ken Timmerman believes that fostering and organizing internal revolt among Iranian opposition will save the country

US birth rate reaches 30-year low

Final tally of 2018 births showed US reached thirty-year low as number of c-sections dropped.

New report: Why did Iran attack a Saudi oil field?

Iran planned attack on Saudi oil field four months in advance, Reuters says.

New legislation to help Israel fight terror?

Bipartisan House legislation would help Israel combat ‘killer drones.’

Arctic blast: US temperatures plummet to record lows

The Arctic blast, which began in Siberia, has brought heavy snow and ice to many areas.

US abstains from vote on 'overly narrow' anti-Nazism resolution

US, Ukraine alone oppose Russian UN vote condemning honors to Nazis.

US Courts block new immigration restrictions

US federal courts block new regulations to restrict immigration for those unable to pay for living expenses, health care.

Has the US lost the Middle East?

Is the US losing its grip on the Middle East for extremist reasons?

Bernie Sanders had heart attack, returned to Vermont to recover

The doctors say that they placed two stents in a blocked coronary artery and that 'all other arteries were normal.'

Russia: US refused to grant visas to members of UN delegation

Russia complains US Embassy after officials fail to receive visas in time to participate in UN General Assembly.

NJ man indicted for scoping out US targets for Hezbollah

US citizen born in Lebanon indicted for scouting potential targets in US for Hezbollah, including UN HQ, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.

Tropical storm heads for the Bahamas

Potential tropical cyclone may dump up to seven inches of rain on Bahamas, NHC warns.

US responds to Netanyahu sovereignty announcement

Senior US official: 'No change in United States policy at this time; We will release vision for peace after Israeli election.'

Hurricane Dorian to continue pummeling the Bahamas

South Carolina, Georgia, issue mandatory evacuation orders along coast as Hurricane Dorian prepares to turn towards the southeastern US.

US forces attack in Syria, leaving 40 dead

US attacks Al-Qaeda leaders in Syria who were 'responsible for attacks threatening US citizens,' US Dep. of Defense says.

Did US cyber-attack Iran to stop oil tanker hijackings?

After some tensions with oil tankers arose in Strait of Hormuz, US allegedly struck Iran with cyber attacks to prevent further incidents.

US denies entry to would-be Harvard student

Lebanese 'Palestinian' student denied entry to US after friends write anti-US Facebook posts.

Florida and Puerto Rico brace for Hurricane Dorian

Florida governor urges residents to prepare a week's worth of food, water, and medicine.

Trump cancels Denmark trip - over Greenland

US Pres. Trump cancels Denmark visit after Danish PM Frederiksen calls idea to purchase Greenland 'absurd.'

ICE officer who rammed protesters resigns

ICE officer who drove his truck into row of Jewish protesters resigns, investigation continues.

Israel hosts 'Mighty Waves' four-nation naval drills

Multinational 'Mighty Waves' naval training drill brought together forces from Israel, US, France, and Greece at Israel's Haifa port.

Jonathan Pollard: 'My wife is seriously ill, asking for help'

'I can't take care of my wife properly bec. I don't have freedom of movement. Esther fought for my life for 30 yrs., now it's my turn.'

Lapid: US should stay out of Israeli elections

"It's just the civil way of treating politics," Blue and White leader adds.

Could US move embassy back out of Jerusalem if Trump loses?

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Sestak also says he would rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which Trump withdrew from in 2018.

Hezbollah warns Iran able to bombard Israel if war started

'When the Americans understand that war could wipe out Israel, they will reconsider,' Hassan Nasrallah says.

Are US and Israel forming their own NATO-like alliance?

Are US and Israel headed for defense pact? Implications could be far-reaching with serious consequences for each party if war takes place.

Israelis may soon no longer need visa to enter US

PM says he has discussed dropping visa requirement with Trump 'and we are moving forward, hoping that here too there will be good news.'

The richest person in at least 7 states is Jewish

Former three-term New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, 77, is the richest person in New York with a net worth of $58.3 billion.

US: 30% of minority Americans support refusing service to Jews

Nearly 1 in 5 Americans say small businesses should be able to refuse service to Jews, survey finds.

Parkland survivor: I've been targeted for assassination 7 times

David Hogg, a Parkland shooting survivor who became a leading gun activist says 'you eventually become desensitized to it.'

'Assad's interest: Iran outside Syria'

The former Israeli national security adviser talks about the importance of insisting on keeping Iran away from Israel's borders.

An unwanted guest in Montana

A Montana family returned home from an outing and found a black bear sleeping on the top shelf of a closet in their mudroom.

Report: US launched cyber attack against Iran

US targeted Iran's computers and systems responsible for missile attacks, report says.

Revealed: 'Deal of the century's' economic aspect

US peace plan aims to raise $50 billion, create one million jobs for Palestinian Authority Arabs.

Trump: I stopped the attack, it was not proportionate

'I am in no hurry,' says US President Donald Trump, 'our military is rebuilt, new, and ready to go.'

Report: US won't rule out military strike on Iran

Former US amb. Dan Shapiro warns Trump administration should think 'two or three times' before retaliating.