The collapse of the U.S.-backed government of Yemen has left America’s counter-terrorism campaign “paralyzed”. The United States has halted some counter-terrorism operations against al Qaeda militants in Yemen following a takeover of the country by Iran-backed Houthi rebels, U.S. officials said on Friday. The collapse of the U.S.-backed government of Yemen on Thursday has left… Read More US failed to rescue moderate Yemen

The decision to lower flags at government buildings and Buckingham Palace has angered politicians across the spectrum. Prince Charles and David Cameron are flying to Saudi Arabia on Saturday to pay tribute to the late King Abdullah amid a growing row over the decision to mark his death by flying flags at half-mast on public… Read More Union Jack used to mourn Islamic King

Whoops: White House spokesman inadvertently wishes away Netanyahu. Josh Earnest misunderstands and mis-answers an awkwardly worded question on Obama, Iran, and the Israeli PM, swiftly corrects himself In the midst of a bitter dispute between the Israeli and American governments, White House spokesman Josh Earnest endured an embarrassing slip on Friday, mishearing an awkwardly worded… Read More Obama wants regime change in Israel

Teacher Max Hermansen wants to limit the powers of Islam in Norway.  After expressing his views, he is sacked by a governmental school. Norwegian Pegida leader Max Hermansen (54) has lost his job part time. Hermansen, who is a teacher in high school and adult education – must end his work as a teacher because… Read More Norway joins club of dictatorships