Afghan airstrikes kill 17 militants in southern Zabul province

Oct 1,2019
A total of 17 militants had beem confirmed dead as fighting planes struck Taliban hideouts in parts of Shahjoy district of Afghanistan's southern Zabul province on Monday, said an army statement on Tuesday.
Celebration begins in Beijing
Oct 01
Beijing is celebrating seven decades since the People's Republic of China was founded. At the center of Tuesday's plans is a massive display of the administration's military capabilities.
Typhoon Mitag blasts Okinawa
Oct 01
A large and strong typhoon is bringing heavy rains and powerful winds to parts of southwestern Japan.
Pope may call for nuclear abolition in Nagasaki
Oct 01
NHK has learned that Pope Francis will likely issue a message calling for the abolition of nuclear weapons during his planned visit to the Japanese city of Nagasaki.
U.S. airstrike kills 7 IS militants in southern Libya
Oct 01
The U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said on Monday it carried out an airstrike that killed Islamic State (IS) militants in southern Libya, in coordination with the UN-backed government.
Hong Kong protesters rally amid tight security
Oct 01
Security has been tightened in Hong Kong for the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Pro-democracy activists have been calling for mass demonstrations in the territory.
Saudi king's bodyguard shot dead during dispute with friend
Sep 30
The bodyguard of Saudi king, Abdul Aziz al-Faghm was shot dead during a dispute with his friend, the Saudi Press Agency reported Sunday.