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- Online video purports to show Sotloff beheading by ISIS
The American journalist has been held captive by Islamic militants for over a year. The identity of the man beheaded in Tuesday's video has not been confirmed.
- Westwood, Poulter, and Gallagher final three European Ryder Cup picks
European Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley had a tough decision to make in regards to his final three players, but ended up leaving Luke Donald off his squad.
- US helicopter crashes in Gulf of Aden: All 25 rescued
A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crashed Monday as it attempted to land on the USS Mesa Verde off the east coast of Africa. Everyone on board was rescued.
- Cameron proposes Britain seize passports of those who fight with terrorists
The British prime minister proposed a new law Monday that would allow law enforcement to take passports of citizens suspected of traveling overseas to fight with militant groups.
- NATO plans high-readiness 'spearhead' with troops, jets, and ships
NATO's secretary general says the plan 'responds to Russia's aggressive behavior' and equips NATO to respond to all security challenges, wherever they arise.
- Three Americans held by North Korea seek Washington help
Foreign media were given rare access Monday to three Americans being held by North Korea. Jeffrey Fowle and Mathew Miller said they expect to face trial within a month. Kenneth Bae, who is serving a 15-year jail term, said his health has deteriorated.
- Pakistan state TV forced off the air by protestors
Anti-government protestors in Pakistan stormed the state TV station as well as prime minister's house Monday. Protesters and police clashed in various areas of Islamabad's Red Zone,
- Did Israel commit war crimes in Rafah?
Amid fear that Hamas had captured an Israeli soldier, the Israeli military sealed civilians in the Rafah area and began shelling on Aug. 1, 2014. The Israeli military confirmed that Rafah residents were barred from leaving the area, but declined comment on the war crime allegations.
- Explosion fells building outside Paris, killing at least 2
Rescuers are still trying to find survivors in the four-story building in Rosny-Sous-Bois. The explosion may have been caused by a gas leak, but investigations are ongoing.
- Israel calls on Arab nations to rebuild Gaza, takes 1000 acres of West Bank land
Peace Now, an Israeli group that monitors settlements, said this is the biggest 'land confiscation' since the 1980s.
- Iraqi forces, backed by US airstrikes, break two-month siege of Amerli
Iraqi security forces, backed by Shi'ite militias and US airstrikes, broke the two-month siege of Amerli by Islamic State militants and entered the northern town, officials said.
- 'Fake democracy'? China tightens restrictions on Hong Kong election
China's guidelines allow a maximum of three candidates, each approved by a 1,200-member nominating committee, will be put forth to Hong Kong's 5 million eligible voters in 2017. The public will have no say in choosing candidates, raising fears of what some have termed 'fake democracy.'
- Islamist militia says it 'secured' abandoned US compound in Tripoli, Libya
Various militia groups, originating from rebel forces that fought Qaddafi, became powerful players in post-war Libya, filling a void left by weak police and a shattered army.
- Putin calls for talks on east Ukraine 'statehood'
Putin's spokesman said that this was not an endorsement of rebel independence, and said that 'New Russia,' a term pro-Moscow rebels use for their territory, should remain part of Ukraine.
- African, Somali troops recapture town from al Shabaab
Working toward the insurgent stronghold of Barawe, African peacekeeping troops and Somali forces have regained several towns this year, capturing Bulamareer on Saturday.
- 32 Filipino UN peacekeepers rescued from Islamist militants in Syria
Islamic militants attacked UN peacekeepers at a Golan Heights checkpoint in Syria. Another 44 UN peacekeepers, from Fiji, were detained by militants and remain missing.
- Police and protesters clash near Pakistani prime minister's home
Protesters calling for the ousting of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif faced tear gas and police as they marched toward his home Saturday. The protesters allege Sharif won the 2013 election due to voter fraud.
- China warns against foreign meddling in Hong Kong
In an article than ran in official state media, China warned against outside forces interfering in Hong Kong's governance. An announcement that an elite pro-Beijing body must vet candidates for leader of Hong Kong is soon expected.
- Saudi king warns of terror attacks against US, Europe
Speaking at a reception for foreign ambassadors Friday, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia warned extremists could attack Europe and the US if there is not a strong international response against terrorism in Iraq and Syria.
- Ebola survivor urges increased production of experimental drug
Kyndy Kobba, a physician's assistant who survived Ebola after receiving ZMapp in Liberia, urged the manufacturer of the experimental drug to step up production and distribute it in Africa.