Yemen Government Falls as Hadi Resigns in Sanaa
The United States backed president Abdu Rabu Mansour Hadi resigned amid a power vacuum as Houthi rebels seized the capital Sanaa. The government collapse halts many counterterrorism operations and raises regional instability with Yemen bordering Saudi Arabia and controlling Red Sea routes.
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Japan weighs legal basis for possible strike over hostage crisis
Tokyo reports no word on the fate of two Japanese hostages as a 72 hour ransom deadline passes. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s government reviews whether laws allow a military action against Islamic State. An online video shows journalist Kenji Goto beside Haruna Yukawa with a knife, threatening execution if $200 million is paid. Abe vows Japan will not bow to terrorism.
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New Saudi King Faces Domestic and Global Tests
Saudi King Salman begins rule amid multiple crises after King Abdullah’s death. Yemen’s president resigns under rebel pressure, Iran pursues talks with the U S, and oil prices slump. Salman names Mohammed bin Nayef as deputy crown prince and retains Ali al-Naimi as oil minister as he signals stability.
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Alabama judge voids ban on same sex marriage
U S District Judge Callie Granade struck down Alabama's ban as unconstitutional clearing the way for licenses. The ruling found the ban did not further parental interests and harms children of same sex couples. No stay issued, licenses possible as offices open. The decision comes ahead of a Supreme Court review on state bans.
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