Sea mine crisis re-emerges in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran urges Washington to accept deal
Iran claims two oil tankers struck sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz as the IMO warns the critical shipping lane remains too unsafe to transit.
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Iran regime under pressure as rebel groups escalate attacks in volatile southeast
A coalition of armed rebel groups is stepping up attacks against Iranian regime forces in the country's volatile southeast, raising questions about Tehran's grip on the region.
Global 'Chaos Inc' grows to 101 groups with plans for new rounds of demonstrations
French leftist groups are planning a new round of mobilizations on Oct. 24 as the "Chaos Inc." red-green alliance of far-left and Islamist groups sweeps across Europe.
Some synagogues canceled prayers as French Jews faced warnings amid violent protests
Some French Jews reportedly faced unprecedented warnings to hide their identity as anti-government protests turned violent across the nation.
Beleaguered Macron cites US-Iran war as factor in protests amid Trump, Vance criticism
French President Emmanuel Macron cited the Iran war and its impact on fuel and living costs while addressing the ongoing protests and unrest across France.
Hungary and Poland defend tough migration policies as France reels from violent unrest
Violent unrest in France and Italy fuels the migration debate as Hungary and Poland defend tougher border controls and warn Europe against repeating past mistakes.
Alberta holds non-binding separation vote as independence fight grips Canada
About 3 million Albertans are eligible to vote in the non-binding separation referendum, but polls show deep divisions within the UCP over it.
US lawmakers sound alarm as violence grips NATO ally Albania amid anti-government protests
Student-led protests in Tirana have turned violent as thousands demand Prime Minister's Edi Rama's resignation amid allegations of corruption. Rama has blamed outside agitators for the violence.
WHO'S WHO: Inside France's 'Chaos Inc' franchise of communist groups, labor unions and global activists
Communist leader Vijay Prashad celebrated France student protests as 54 organizations, from communist youth to labor unions, fuel a global rebellion
Strait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors as attacks on ships mount, UN maritime chief says
Around 6,000 seafarers remain trapped near the Strait of Hormuz as 24 ships face attacks, while Iran accuses the U.S. military of using VHF Channel 16.
Saudi Arabia on edge: Iconic Kingdom Centre sends workers home amid Houthi attacks
Kingdom Centre in Riyadh ordered all office employees to work remotely as Iran-backed Houthi missile and drone attacks rattled Saudi Arabia.
Priest killed by falling crucifix during livestreamed Mass as worshippers rush to help
Video captures the moment a large wooden crucifix fell on Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari during a livestreamed Mass in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
French newspaper rips Macron after riots erupt across France: ‘Indelible stain’
The scathing critique in newspaper Le Figaro took aim at Macron, France’s justice system and immigration policies after nationwide protests erupted into violence.
4 Canadian soldiers killed, dozens injured after fast-moving fire erupts at military base
Four service members were killed and 39 hospitalized after high winds fueled a fast-moving fire at a Canadian military base in Alberta, officials said.
Canadian PM Carney says 4 service members killed, dozens injured in military base fire
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed four service members died after fierce 62 mph winds fueled flames at CFB Wainwright, Alberta.
Where's Macron? French leader blasted for attending concert as riots escalated
Violent protests across France led to nearly 1,800 arrests as President Emmanuel Macron faced questions over his response and prepared to address the nation.
Meloni condemns ‘gangs of thugs’ after protests turned violent across Italy
Giorgia Meloni backed law enforcement after violent anti-government protests erupted across Italy, with clashes in Milan, Bologna and Turin injuring police officers.
Pope Leo welcomed back as he delivers Angelus prayer days after lung cancer surgery
Thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV made a surprise early return from Gemelli hospital following cancerous tumor removal.
European Parliament votes to confront Muslim Brotherhood, 'Islamist entryism' in overwhelming vote
The European Parliament voted 'historic' 381-167 to condemn Islamist entryism and Muslim Brotherhood influence as critics say the hard part will be converting the resolution into legislation.
Fatalities, injuries reported at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta after 'incident' that sparked fire
Defense Minister David McGuinty confirmed fatalities and injuries after a major fire broke out at CFB Wainwright in Alberta, one of the country's busiest military bases.
Limoges Town Hall 'largely lost' after far-left rioters set historic building on fire amid French unrest
Rioters set fire to the historic Limoges Town Hall, collapsing its roof and destroying much of the landmark as France's protests rage on.
Three men get 158 years each for murdering American and Australian surfers, dumping bodies in Mexican well
Three men were sentenced to 158 years each in Ensenada, Baja California, for the murders of surfers Callum and Jake Robinson and Carter Redd Rhoad.
Former US ambassador says South Korea prosecuted him over speech made on American soil
Ambassador Morse Tan faces trial in South Korea over comments he made about crimes allegedly committed by its president, claims Korean authorities have refuted.
Violence erupts at France protests as Macron warns unrest is being exploited
French President Emmanuel Macron called for calm as tear gas, water cannons and over 8,000 arrests mark weeks of violent clashes across the country.
'Vast majority' of Iran's attempted attacks on Strait of Hormuz are unsuccessful, CENTCOM spokesman says
U.S. Central Command Spokesperson and U.S. Navy Capt. Tim Hawkins tells Fox News Digita the Strait of Hormuz remains "open" for commercial shipping.
Pope Leo XIV discharged from hospital, will return to Vatican after surgery to remove lung cancer
Pope Leo XIV received blood tests and a chest X-ray at Gemelli Hospital, confirming he is well enough to return to the Vatican after surgery.
ChinaAid raises alarm over imprisoned Chinese pastor's health as family seeks answers
ChinaAid founder Bob Fu says reports of Pastor Wang Yi's advanced liver cancer in a Chinese prison are credible but cannot be independently verified.
Recovering from lung surgery, Pope Leo urges Putin to agree to ceasefire in Russian-held Ukraine city
Pope Leo called Vladimir Putin from his hospital bed to urge a ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine, where food deliveries have been blocked since May.
Autistic teen lured to fake Snapchat meetup, brutally beaten by group of teens: report
Video captured the violent beating of a 15-year-old boy with autism near a Stawell train station after he was lured through a Snapchat meetup.
Houthis emerge as global threat beyond Iran control amid Saudi strikes, former envoy warns
Tim Lenderking warns Houthi rebels are building homegrown weapons capabilities independent of Iran, turning Yemen's conflict into a global threat.
Albania rioters clash with police for Socialist government as European unrest spreads
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama vowed not to resign as protests in Tirana erupted for a third day, with police deploying tear gas and water cannons.
'Not wanted': Irish hotel reportedly cancels 70 rooms reserved for antisemitism conference attendees
Jewish Representative Council of Ireland chairman Maurice Cohen says a Dublin hotel rejected an antisemitism conference after its manager questioned IDF involvement.
UN inquiry member says some genocide claims against Israel unverified as Gaza reports population growth
Experts say Palestinian Ministry of Health mortality figures contradict famine declarations and genocide allegations as Gaza's population grew in 2025.
El Salvador's Bukele announces plan to free up to half of prisoners jailed in gang crackdown
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele unveiled a plan to free up to half of 90,000 detainees arrested under the state of emergency targeting gangs.
Pentagon sends hundreds of Army troops to Latin America for training as drug-trafficking campaign expands
Troops from the 10th Mountain Division are deploying to Panama for jungle training as the Pentagon expands military operations against drug traffickers.
Trump wishes Pope Leo speedy recovery after lung cancer diagnosis, speaks highly of pontiff's brother
President Donald Trump revealed Pope Leo XIV's brother is a friend and avid MAGA supporter with memorabilia "all over" his house while wishing the pontiff well.
Woman found floating in sea after going overboard from Royal Caribbean ship
A 44-year-old woman clung to a lifebuoy for 20 hours in the Ionian Sea after reportedly jumping from Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas near Zakynthos.
Cartels use drones to scout border agents and map smuggling routes, expert warns
The U.S. military detected 378 cartel drone incursions along the Mexico border in 30 days, and experts warn cartels will continue to innovate.
Pope Leo undergoes blood tests, X-ray following cancer surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV began walking and resumed eating after thoracic surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, with blood tests and an X-ray being part of his recovery.
African nations on ‘knife’s edge’ as US embassy warns Americans of long-range attacks
With regional tensions mounting, the Horn of Africa risks war between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Following attacks in Addis Ababa, the U.S. Embassy warned citizens of long-range threats.
Greta Thunberg joins massive French student protests as cars burn, police fire tear gas
Greta Thunberg joined student protesters in France amid over 6,100 arrests and widespread school closures as violent clashes with riot police escalate.
‘Peace through strength’: Trump Gaza plan gains global backing one year on
Donald Trump's Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza's future as the EU pledges $1 billion and demilitarization efforts gain global momentum.
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons remove part of right lung, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage." Doctors later confirmed he had a form of lung cancer.
Pope Leo surgery to remove lung nodule was successful, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage."
Pope Leo arrives at hospital for surgery to remove lung nodule
Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage."
NATO warns Russia: 'We will break' forces, destroy 'anything and everything' if you attack
Gen. Alexus Grynkewich outlined NATO's strategy to "block, blunt and break" enemy forces at the Warsaw Security Forum amid rising Russia tensions.
British adventurer returns home after 28-year walk around the world
Adventurer Karl Bushby swam the English Channel and celebrated with fish and chips after his 28-year, 30,000-mile walk from Chile to England.
Zelenskyy accuses Putin of defying Trump's ceasefire push, sends pointed message to White House
Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Vladimir Putin of attacking Ukraine's gas infrastructure hours after Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire.
Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy and political future on the line in Israel's Oct 27 election
Benjamin Netanyahu fights for his legacy in Israel's Oct. 27 vote, the first since the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre reshaped the political landscape.
Pope Leo denounces death penalty as 'inadmissible' ahead of Pentagon's planned livestreamed execution
Pope Leo XIV called the death penalty "inadmissible" on World Day Against the Death Penalty after the Pentagon announced plans to livestream an execution.
At least 139 migrants dead, 84 missing after overcrowded boat capsizes off Djibouti
More than 80 people survived the deadly crossing from Djibouti toward Yemen, while at least 84 remained missing as authorities worked to verify additional victims.
Houthis kill 14 at Saudi airport as expert warns of 'rapid targets' amid Middle East war
Iran-backed Houthis struck Saudi Arabian airports in Riyadh and Dammam, killing at least 14 and injuring over 300 as experts warn of wider war.
Trump Russia deal could fuel Putin's war, ex-NATO commander warns as Zelenskyy says 'nyet'
Donald Trump's energy ceasefire could hand Vladimir Putin fresh revenue to fuel Russia's war in Ukraine, former NATO commander Breedlove warns.
Mojtaba Khamenei defies ‘malicious’ attacks as US Army zeroes in on Iran’s 350,000 troops
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claimed U.S. and Israeli strikes failed to weaken Iran's military, as the U.S. Army released a new threat guide.
Abbas delays Palestinian elections again, making more than two decades without vote
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas delayed elections to 2027, extending a nearly 20-year wait as Israel and Hamas clash over the blame.
Pope Leo announces tumor on lung, surgery planned in 'next few days'
Pope Leo XIV announced doctors found a lung nodule at a "very early stage," with surgery scheduled in coming days.
Italy’s school veil ban exposes Europe’s assimilation fight as expert warns US could be next
The Italian "Schools Decree" caps foreign-born pupils at 30% and bans face coverings, but experts question whether forced assimilation works.
Inside Israel's plot to kill Hezbollah chief as Netanyahu warned Biden aide would 'jump out of his skin'
Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Jake Sullivan would "jump out of his skin" over Israel's secret plan to assassinate Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut.
Israeli combat medicine slashes IDF deaths after Oct 7, draws US military interest
IDF battlefield medicine cut combat mortality rates from 15% to 7.1%, with advances in casualty evacuation and trauma care now benefiting the U.S. Army.
Inside the protest playbook to vilify Israel on 'global day of action'
Global Alliance for Palestine distributed a detailed playbook urging groups to shut down city squares and blockade corporate hubs across continents.
France is devouring itself as school riots reveal a crisis far bigger than broken classrooms
Student protests in France over crumbling schools expose deep tensions as Jean-Luc Mélenchon's La France Insoumise allegedly exploits the growing unrest.
Massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama as officials investigate potential tsunami threat
A powerful earthquake struck Panama's southern coast Friday, prompting officials to investigate a possible tsunami threat after the USGS lowered its magnitude estimate from 8.0 to 7.7.
Massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama as officials investigate potential tsunami threat
A powerful earthquake struck Panama's southern coast Friday, prompting officials to investigate a possible tsunami threat after the USGS lowered its magnitude estimate from 8.0 to 7.6.
Who is Navi Pillay? Nobel Peace Prize winner's UN record renews fierce antisemitism accusations
Navi Pillay's 2026 Nobel Peace Prize sparked backlash from Jewish advocacy groups and UN Watch over allegations of anti-Israel bias and antisemitism.
Thousands flood Brussels streets as anti-austerity protests erupt into clashes with police
Masked agitators clashed with riot police in Brussels as thousands of others marched against Belgium's austerity measures and cost of living crisis.
Nobel Peace Prize awarded to UN jurist who accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza
Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay chaired the UN commission that accused Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant of inciting genocide in Gaza.
Behind France's student riots: Communists, unions and a global propaganda network
A transnational pro-communist network funded by Neville Roy Singham is amplifying French student protests, seeking better schools.
2 foreign nationals breach UK base housing key US, NATO intel hub amid $556M expansion
The Latvian men were arrested under the National Security Act 2023 after breaching a fence at RAF Molesworth, prompting a major counterterrorism investigation.
Woman, 87, dies after being carried from home of 70 years on stretcher during eviction in Spain
Maricarmen Abascal's eviction from her Madrid apartment of 70 years sparked massive protests, and her death has deepened Spain's housing crisis.
Iranian protester hanged hours after marrying his imprisoned fiancée over jail phone line
Alireza Sepahi married his imprisoned fiancée over a prison phone line hours before his execution at Isfahan Central Prison for anti-government protest.
Mother of dead Russian anti-plague institute worker: 'I know the truth'
Svetlana Shipilova, the mother of the anti-plague institute worker who died in Russia, has reportedly spoken out following her daughter's death.
Teen wearing helmet camera kills worker at Polish school amid fears of copycat attacks
A 15-year-old wearing a helmet camera allegedly killed a school employee and wounded two others in Poland's second school stabbing attack in two days.
'The world is standing with you': Christian leaders from 122 countries unite in Jerusalem for Oct 7
The Friends of Zion summit drew delegations from 122 countries to Jerusalem, where released hostages and bereaved families shared their stories.
Mike Waltz fights back tears revealing what Hamas hostage refused to do before release
Eliya Cohen, freed after 505 days in Hamas captivity, and Nova festival survivor Ziv Abud shared their harrowing stories at the United Nations.
Former CIA officer warns against trusting Russia's account of mysterious death in Siberia
Glenn Corn, a former CIA officer, explains why Vladimir Putin's Kremlin cannot be trusted on the Russian researcher's death, citing past coverups.
French school riots deepen as experts point to far-left alliance fueling ‘broader confrontation’
French student protests over school conditions spiral into violent unrest, as experts warn a red-green alliance is fueling a broader revolt,
French PM rejects police brutality claims after teens severely injured in protests: 'Accidents happen'
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu defended the police response after a teen lost his hand and another was blinded amid student protests.
Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of espionage, attempted treason
August Hanning, 80, who led Germany's BND from 1998 to 2005, faces espionage and attempted treason charges tied to roughly 2,000 classified documents.
Alleged killing by Marine prompts US military to restrict off-base liberty in Okinawa
The U.S. military in Okinawa banned troops from leaving base after a Marine was arrested for allegedly killing a woman at a Naha hotel on Saturday.
Drone strike sinks ship in NATO waters as Zelenskyy warns of looming ‘massive strike’
A cargo ship sank and a second vessel caught fire in a combined aerial and maritime drone attack inside Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea.
US could play role in united Ireland push after Trump's backing, Irish PM says
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin said the United States could potentially help in a future push for a united Ireland after Trump backed it.
Trump, Waltz link France riots to mass immigration as thousands are arrested
Trump claims France's student protests are about "Islam wanting to take over" as Sébastien Lecornu reports the school system's heaviest toll in decades.
Alleged Jalisco cartel leader accused of drug trafficking and fuel smuggling arrested in Mexico
Iván Cazarín Molina, known as "The Tank," was arrested in Zapopan after U.S. sanctions tied him to El Mencho's inner circle within the CJNG.
France explodes again as students riot over education
Video from France Tuesday shows protesters clashing with police and dodging tear gas as tens of thousands demand sweeping education reform nationwide.
'UNRWA is Hamas,' Israeli attorney warns as explosive Oct 7 lawsuit rocks UN agency
The family of Yonatan Samerano, killed fleeing the Nova music festival on Oct. 7, is suing UNRWA after the Knesset stripped its diplomatic immunity.
Iran turns citizens into informants as chilling crackdown spreads beyond its borders
Iran's Alaj platform crowdsources diaspora surveillance via Telegram, with an official source confirming the system to Fox News Digital.
Russian bio-leak secrecy follows Chernobyl playbook, ex-CIA officer warns
Vladimir Putin faces compounding crises as a Siberian plague researcher's death adds to the Ukraine war toll and Russia's faltering economy.
Teen's hand blown off by police grenade during French student protests: report
A 15-year-old lost his hand after picking up a police grenade as French school protests over underfunding and teacher shortages enter their third week.
Mystery death at Russian plague lab triggers sweeping precautions as US watches closely
Darya Shipilova's death at a Siberian plague research institute triggered quarantines and mass observation, but Russia has not confirmed what killed her.
Israeli medical workers who treated Oct 7 wounded relive day terror hit home
Nil Kirsht-Levi's sister was taken hostage on Oct. 7 as Soroka Medical Center received 674 wounded in 24 hours with just 40 seconds between.
FlyDubai co-pilot allegedly planned to crash Israel-bound jet at Ben Gurion Airport
Hamam al-Hammami allegedly planned to crash FlyDubai Flight FZ1073 into Ben Gurion Airport, according to reports on the terrorism investigation.
Coast Guard personnel exchange gunfire with shooters across US-Mexico border
Coast Guard personnel returned fire after shots came from the Mexican side of the southern border, prompting a massive troop deployment to the region.
Dramatic footage shows alleged narco boat erupt in fireball during US military strike
The U.S. Southern Command conducted a strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean, killing four people alleged to be narco-traffickers.
Bolsonaro wins first round of Brazilian presidential election, as Trump-backed candidates continue red wave
Flavio Bolsonaro won the first round of Brazil's presidential election and will now face off against incumbent Lula da Silva in a second round on October 25.
US monitoring suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia, State Department official says
U.S. officials are tracking an unconfirmed report of a fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia’s Irkutsk Oblast while urging transparency from Moscow.
Russia may be using hidden 'lunchbox-size' drone devices to counter Ukraine defenses: expert
Russia may be hiding lunchbox-sized signal repeaters inside Kyiv to help guide deadly drones past defenses, a weapons expert told Fox News Digital.
North Korea missile could put Guam in range as Kim rebuffs Trump outreach: expert
North Korea's intermediate-range missile test puts Guam and parts of Alaska within range, an expert says, as President Trump touts his relationship with Kim Jong Un.
America’s Arctic war machine roars to life as commander reveals chilling new reality on Russia’s doorstep
U.S. and Canadian forces deploy HIMARS, F-35s and F-16s across western Alaska as Tundra Merlin tests rapid American Arctic combat readiness.
US Marine arrested in Japan over suspected killing of woman as Tokyo lodges 'strong protest'
Surveillance footage showed Anna Yagi entering a Naha hotel with Lance Cpl. Devin Jacob Ballard before he later left alone, police reported.
Exclusive: Trump envoy blasts South Africa over hateful ‘kill' chant, says country is drifting toward US foes
U.S. Ambassador Brent Bozell warns South Africa is drifting toward Iran, Russia, China and Hamas as Trump pushes back on land seizure policies.