Islamic State is losing; coalition to step up pressure: U.S. envoy
- 05-Mar-2016
BAGHDAD: Islamic State is losing a battle against forces arraigned against if from many sides in Iraq and Syria and the focus would turn to stabilizing cities seized back from them, the U.S. envoy to a coalition fighting the group said on Saturday.
U.S. envoy to South Korea to maintain open stance despite attack
- 10-Mar-2015
SEOUL: The U.S. ambassador to South Korea said on Tuesday he plans to maintain his open, approachable style despite being slashed by a knife-wielding Korean nationalist five days ago, causing him wounds that required 80 stitches in his face.