‘A whole civilization will die tonight,’ Trump says as Iran defies dealA former U.S. State Department legal advisor said the remarks “could plausibly be interpreted as a threat to commit genocide.”By Parisa Hafezi and Trevor Hunnicutt, Reuters2 weeks ago
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The etymology of genocide and the myth of ‘never again’ Raphael Lemkin ushered in a new era in which the crimes of the past, present and future finally had a name. By Claire Barrett9 months ago
Armenia launches military drills with US amid souring ties with RussiaThe move reflects Armenia's efforts to strengthen ties with the U.S. and other Western allies amid strained relations with old ally Russia.By Avet Demourian22 months ago
Turkey F-16 sale to proceed after Senate voteThe Senate overwhelmingly rejected a resolution to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey after Ankara approved Sweden's NATO accession.By Bryant Harris2 years ago
Azerbaijan and Armenian forces reach cease-fire for breakaway regionThe announcement of a cease-fire in Nagorno-Karabakh toned down fears of a third full-scale war over the region in the southern Caucasus Mountains.3 years ago