Many of the 5 million Syrian refugees who scratch out a living in overwhelmed neighboring states such as Jordan aren't necessarily candidates for a rare slot in the resettlement program. Instead, priority is given to the most vulnerable.

Representatives of al-Azhar and the Vatican outlined steps to fight terrorism and terrorist organizations.

Trump's action slapped a 90-day ban on all entry to the U.S. from seven Muslim-majority countries with terrorism concerns.

"Christians aren't going to come back to stay. The churches I saw were not destroyed with bombs, but by the everyday business operations of the community."

Russia, Iran and Turkey set up a three-way mechanism to ensure compliance of all sides.

The Iraqi Catholic clergy do not want to see a safe corridor set up for Christians.