Syrian army claims retaking Hasakah city from ISIL fighters as Iraqi forces advance in Beiji

On Monday we covered the release of an open letter written to President Obama, issued by a committee of notable political, security and defense experts  — which includes past and present members of Congress, ambassadors, CIA directors, and others —

Angela Merkel calling for countries to commit to Green Climate Fund.

“I’m going to keep fighting for them… And it will make America stronger.”

“I’m a believer that we should read legislation before we vote on it.”

“Gunsmiths, manufacturers, reloaders, and do-it-yourselfers could all find themselves muzzled…”

“They have demonstrated some behaviors outside the international order…”

Obama to discuss “standing up to Russian aggression in Ukraine” with world leaders.