Middle East

Swiss national held by Iran on spying charges dies in prison

Swiss national held by Iran on spying charges dies in prison

A Swiss citizen died in an Iranian prison (Semnan) on espionage charges. He reportedly committed suicide. Switzerland is seeking details. Iran denies using arrests for concessions. An Italian journalist was recently released.

Real Madrid defeats Mallorca to set up Supercopa final against Barcelona

Real Madrid defeats Mallorca to set up Supercopa final against Barcelona

Real Madrid beat Mallorca 3-0, advancing to the Super Cup final against Barcelona. Bellingham, Rodrygo & an own goal sealed the win. Modric missed due to illness.

US House votes to advance bill to sanction ICC over Israel arrest warrants

US House votes to advance bill to sanction ICC over Israel arrest warrants

US House passed bill to sanction ICC for warrants against Israeli leaders. Sanctions target those aiding ICC investigations of US/ally citizens. Bill may become law.

Alois Brunner, the Nazi ‘butcher’ who trained Syrian security

Alois Brunner, the Nazi ‘butcher’ who trained Syrian security

Nazi officer Brunner, "Butcher of Salonika," fled to Syria, reportedly teaching torture. He was targeted by Mossad. Syrian torture persists today.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala released from Iran jail, returns home

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala released from Iran jail, returns home

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala returned home after 3 weeks of detention in Iran. Her release, secured through negotiations, is a win for Meloni. Iran denies links to Italian businessman's arrest.

A disturbing pattern of repression is emerging in Europe

A disturbing pattern of repression is emerging in Europe

<p>In November, after Israeli football fans rioted and clashed with local residents in Amsterdam, the Dutch political elite almost...