South Korea Says It Plans To Reduce Guard Posts On The DMZ
In what the defense ministry describes as a preliminary test, Seoul plans to scale back the posts in the spirit of the Koreas summit held in April.
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Some White Helmet Rescuers Are Evacuated From Syria
A group of volunteers who helped locate survivors of Syria's civil war have been evacuated. Noel King talks to Ibrahimal-Olabi, a lawyer representing some of those who have fled.
Morning News Brief
President Trump considers revoking the security clearances of several critics. And, new satellite imagery shows that North Korea has begun dismantling its main satellite launch facility.
If Iranians Rise Up Against Their Government, It's Not Clear What Would Come Next
The Trump administration seems intent on encouraging protest against the government in Iran. But experts doubt that will work create the kind of change the US seeks and could pose risks to the protest movement.
German Soccer Player Says He Quit National Team Because Of Racism
One of the stars of German soccer has quit the national team, complaining of racism from both fans and the football association because of his Turkish ancestry.
Deadly Wildfires Sweep Through Towns Near Athens, Greece
Firefighters battling flames near the seaside town of Kineta, about 35 miles west of Athens, and around the towns of Pendeli and Kalamos in the north.
Trump Administration's Support For Iran Protests May Backfire, Experts Warn
The administration has ramped up rhetoric about what it calls Iran's "malign" behavior, and seems to be trying to encourage Iranians to rise up against their government.
Diamond Company Plans To Move 200 Elephants From South Africa To Mozambique
De Beers Group said Monday that it is transporting them from an overcrowded reserve to "help secure their future."
Syrian White Helmets Evacuated As Assad Regime Takes Over
Nearly 100 White Helmets rescue workers fled southern Syria with their families as the Assad regime took over the area. It marks another turn in the war and an uncertain future for members of the group that has rescued thousands and provided gripping videos of the regime's toll on civilians.
White House Says Iran Must Change Its Behavior Or Face The Consequences
President Trump used threatening language against Iran in a tweet, even as his administration juggles foreign policy challenges in North Korea and Russia.