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5 missiles hit Iraqi base hosting US troops; no casualties
Two Iraqi security officials said the missiles hit only a few yards from where U.S. forces are stationed.
Afghan protesters claim US strikes kill 5 civilians
An airstrike by U.S.-led forces overnight in eastern Afghanistan killed at least five civilians, local villagers said Sunday.
Duterte goes to China
Philippine president expected to discuss ongoing sea disputes with Beijing leaders.
Navy dismisses more SEAL war crimes cases, removes controversial prosecutor
Navy leaders in San Diego and Washington continue efforts to revamp the sea service's criminal justice system.
By Carl Prine
Tonga confronts the lure of Chinese money — and a potential debt trap
Government officials work in a shiny new office block that was an $11 million gift from China. Dozens of bureaucrats take all-expenses-paid training trips to Beijing each year.
Dutch hostage held by Filipino militants killed in gun battle
At least six militants were killed and 12 others were wounded in the nearly two-hour firefight, in which eight soldiers were also wounded, the military said.
Indonesia sinks 51 foreign boats to fight against poaching
The seized ships were sunk at five ports across the archipelago, which has some of the world's richest fishing grounds, the Maritime and Fisheries Ministry said in a statement.
Pakistan: Militants entered from Iran and slaughtered sailors
Islamabad said the assailants were from a Baluch separatist group based in Iran's adjacent Baluchistan province.
US service member dies in Iraq
The service member died in Nineveh province, according to officials with Operation Inherent Resolve.
By Kathleen Curthoys