At least 3,800 migrants and refugees have perished this year while trying to cross the Mediterranean to reach Europe, the highest ever toll ever on the harrowing route, the UN said Wednesday. “We can confirm that at least 3,800 people have been reported dead or missing in the Mediterranean Sea ...
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte said Wednesday he wants US troops out of his country in the next two years and is willing to scrap defense pacts with longtime ally Washington if necessary. The remarks during a high-profile visit to Japan follow a series of anti-American tirades by the firebrand leader. ...