Two rival United Nations resolutions aimed at solving the political
crisis in Venezuela have failed to pass the Security Council.
Dozens of countries no longer recognize President Nicholas Maduro as
the country's leader, following claims of rigged elections.
Nick Harper reports from the UN headquarters in New York.
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
UN: Israel may have committed Gaza war crimes
The United Nations says Israeli soldiers may have committed war crimes
by killing almost 200 Palestinians during Gaza border protests.
It says soldiers deliberated targeted children and medics during last
year's demonstrations.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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by killing almost 200 Palestinians during Gaza border protests.
It says soldiers deliberated targeted children and medics during last
year's demonstrations.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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Trump Heads Home from Hanoi with No Deal
The US and North Korean leaders have come away from their second summit without a denuclearization deal.
But the two sides are a maintaining a 'freeze for freeze' arrangement.
Our Washington Correspondent Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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Seoul disappointed but hopeful for fresh talks after Hanoi summit collapse
The South Korean government had high expectations for the Hanoi Summit. But President Donald Trump and leader Kim Jong-un abruptly ended their summit with no deal. Seoul has said it's disappointed but hopeful for future talks. As Bruce Harrison tells us, the reaction among the public was similar.
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Mr. Kim, a retiree, said the Hanoi summit was a vain effort, and President Trump probably went home in a bad mood.
So, he says, it's going to take a long time for Trump to strike a deal with leader Kim.
For weeks, South Korea's government built up hope there would be progress toward peace.
President Moon Jae-in is expected to announce a grand new policy for engagement with North Korea.
That will be difficult, if not impossible, if the U.S. doesn't ease sanctions.
And amid domestic economic troubles, recent polling shows South Koreans are losing interest in the peace process.
But the fact that Kim and Trump are even talking offers hope to some.
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Mr. Park, another retiree, believes they'll eventually sign a deal.
He said North Korea's poor economy will force Kim to make the right choice.
For Washington, that choice would be Kim giving up his weapons.
But there was no indication in Hanoi Kim is ready to do that.
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BMW, Daimler to co-develop self-driving vehicles
German carmakers BMW and Daimler plan to jointly develop autonomous vehicles, deepening the recently-announced partnership between the two competitors.
The move comes as carmakers look to control research and development costs of new technologies.
Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Moon preparing new Korean Peninsula policy
South Korea is counting on a positive outcome at the Hanoi Summit in order for Pres. Moon to push forward with exchanges with North Korea. Moon is apparently drawing up a grand plan for North, South cooperation.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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According to local media, the new Korean Peninsula policy will focus on economic cooperation between the North and South.
Moon will announce his plan Friday, which marks the centennial of historic protests against Japanese colonial rule.
Hanoi summit success is critical to Moon's plans.
International sanctions against North Korea's weapons program keep him from economic engagement with the North.
But Moon believes Kim and Trump are moving in a direction that will lead to sanctions easing.
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Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un begin talks in Hanoi
After holding a brief informal interaction and a working dinner on Wednesday, Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un have begun talks in Vietnam. This is the second meeting between the two leaders since the summit in Singapore in June last year.
Ahead of the official delegation level talks, Donald Trump seemed to temper expectation from this summit- saying that the two sides are going to have 'fantastic success' not necessarily during this summit but certainly in the long run.
Neha Poonia is reporting from Hanoi in Vietnam.
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Cohen: Trump lied about Russia
US President Donald Trump's former lawyer has told Congress his boss
is a "racist", a "conman" and a "cheat" and suspects him of collusion
with Russia.
Michael Cohen testified Trump knew about a meeting with a Russian
lawyer during his presidential campaign to discuss hacked Democrat
emails.
Cohen says Trump also continued plans to build a skyscraper in Moscow
in the run up to the 2016 election - despite denying both claims.
The President says Cohen, who is due to start a three year prison
sentence, is lying.
But the former lawyer described the President in his own words.
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is a "racist", a "conman" and a "cheat" and suspects him of collusion
with Russia.
Michael Cohen testified Trump knew about a meeting with a Russian
lawyer during his presidential campaign to discuss hacked Democrat
emails.
Cohen says Trump also continued plans to build a skyscraper in Moscow
in the run up to the 2016 election - despite denying both claims.
The President says Cohen, who is due to start a three year prison
sentence, is lying.
But the former lawyer described the President in his own words.
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US pushes UN vote on Venezuela elections
The US is urging the United Nations to vote this week on a resolution
calling for fresh elections in Venezuela.
However, UN Security Council divisions mean Russia is likely to stand
in the way.
Nick Harper reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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calling for fresh elections in Venezuela.
However, UN Security Council divisions mean Russia is likely to stand
in the way.
Nick Harper reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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EU court says meat from animals which haven't been stunned can't be called organic
Europe's top court has ruled that meat from animal killed without being stunned cannot be labeled as organic.
The judgment will affect Halal and Kosher meat where Muslims and Jews use ritual slaughter practices without stunning the animals.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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German prosecutors consider charges after Neo-Nazi march
Video has emerged of a march in the German city of Nuremberg showing eighteen far-right extremists carrying torches at a site formerly used for Nazi rallies.
Local prosecutors say they are investigating whether the marchers will face criminal charges.
Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Politicians in S. Korea unite behind Hanoi summit
The South Korean government has plenty at stake as leader Kim Jong-un and President Donald Trump prepare to meet in Hanoi.
As reporter Bruce Harrison tells us, the government in Seoul is united behind the talks that may determine the future of the Korean Peninsula.
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In recent days, rival parties have come together to support the dialogue between Kim and Trump.
Party leaders held hands for a friendly photo-op in Seoul and said they'll even take nonpartisan action in parliament if needed.
They hope the meeting in in Hanoi leads to a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula.
It's a rare show of unity in a country with a bold line dividing the left and right on North Korea and domestic issues.
President Moon is all-in supporting Trump's approach with Kim. And most lawmakers here seem to be behind him… for now.
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Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet in Hanoi
US President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un will meet in Vietnam's capital of Hanoi.
This is the second meeting between the two leaders in less than a year and expectations are that there will be some headway in the talks on the denuclearisation of North Korea.
Neha Poonia is reporting from Hanoi.
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UN launches record Yemen aid appeal
The United Nations has launched a record appeal to try and raise over
$4 billion dollars this year to help the people of Yemen.
The UN says the money would be used to help 19 million people in a
country where four years of civil war have left the country on the
brink of famine.
Nick Harper reports from the UN headquarters in New York.
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$4 billion dollars this year to help the people of Yemen.
The UN says the money would be used to help 19 million people in a
country where four years of civil war have left the country on the
brink of famine.
Nick Harper reports from the UN headquarters in New York.
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Lawyer-Fixer to Accuse Trump of Breaking the Law in Office
Donald Trump's convicted former lawyer and fixer Michel Cohen is testifying before lawmakers in Washington.
He is expected to include accusations that the President broke the law while in office.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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German industry group says hard Brexit could cost $20 billion
A leading German industry group says a hard Brexit could cost the German economy close to 20 billion dollars.
It also called on the United Kingdom to abandon plans to leave the EU in March if its parliament is unable to reach a deal ahead of time.
Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.
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Defectors, lawmakers condemn Kim and upcoming summit
As Kim Jong-un prepares to meet President Donald Trump in Hanoi, groups who don't trust Kim are condemning him on the streets of Seoul.
Bruce Harrison tells us more.
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Prominent North Korean defectors and opposition lawmakers shredded posters featuring Kim Jong-un.
Just across the street from the U.S. Embassy, they condemned North Korea for human rights abuses.
They said if North Korea is unable to respect the rights of its own people, it won't respect the rights of others.
Kim and President Trump meet this week in Hanoi for their second summit.
The demonstrators here believe Kim will never give up his nuclear weapons.
… and Trump must maintain strong sanctions against North Korea's weapons program.
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Trump Heads to Hanoi for Summit with Kim Jong Un
Donald Trump is heading off to Vietnam, to attend his second summit with North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un.
The U.S. President says he's aiming for denuclearization.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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Trump tells OPEC to "relax" prices
US President Donald Trump has warned the oil-producing group OPEC to
"relax" and keep prices steady.
Global oil prices have crept up as a result of sanctions and political
instability.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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"relax" and keep prices steady.
Global oil prices have crept up as a result of sanctions and political
instability.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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Kim's long train ride to Vietnam may signal more than safety
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is on a train chugging across China toward Vietnam. He's meeting President Trump in Hanoi for their second summit. The long train ride signals Kim is concerned about safety, but also, perhaps, show.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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After three and a half days, Kim Jong-un is expected to reach the Vietnamese border with China.
From there, he'll likely ride in a motorcade to Hanoi.
Vietnamese media report part of a highway has been closed and the military has swept it for mines.
Safety may not be the only consideration for train and not plane.
A former presidential advisor in Seoul said it's strategic.
According to Tak Hyeon-min, Kim's luxury train-ride puts his journey in the news.
And, says Tak, it highlights that train travel is possible from Pyongyang to Hanoi…
and possibly someday from South Korean cities.
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Friday, February 22, 2019
India to block off excess water supply to Pakistan
The Indian government has said it is working on a plan to restrict the flow of excess water to Pakistan from its share of rivers.
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This is the latest in a series of steps taken by the Indian government in the aftermath of a suicide bombing in Kashmir, that a Pakistan based militant outfit claimed responsibility for.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Germany records 5th straight yearly budget surplus
For a fifth year in a row, Germany took in more money than it spent, notching its highest budget surplus since the country's reunification in nineteen eighty nine.
The surplus comes despite an economic slowdown in the country last year.
Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin
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Thursday, February 21, 2019
S. Korean income gap marks record high last year
South Korea's income gap has shot up dramatically despite the government's efforts to increase wages for low earners.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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The bottom 20 percent of earners made about 11-hundred dollars a month in the fourth quarter of 2018, down nearly 18 percent on-year.
Meanwhile, the top 20 percent earned nearly 83-hundred dollars a month, up more than ten percent on year.
Some analysts are blaming the growing income disparity on President Moon's minimum wage hike.
So far, his income-led growth strategy and tax hikes to boost the economy have been met with criticism.
But his government says the measures need time to yield positive results.
Youth unemployment is also at a 19-year high.
Some critics say Moon's economic promises have take a backseat to reconciliation efforts with North Korea.
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US: no cooperation with Huawei-using countries
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says America will not work with any
country that uses technology developed by Chinese firm Huawei.
The US warns the company poses a security risk.
Nick Harper reports.
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country that uses technology developed by Chinese firm Huawei.
The US warns the company poses a security risk.
Nick Harper reports.
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Plane or Train? Speculation builds over Kim's travel plans
Plane or train, it's never clear how North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will travel. And speculation is building about how he'll make his way to Vietnam for his second summit with President Trump.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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Leader Kim Jong-un flew to his first summit with President Trump in Singapore.
But land travel from Pyongyang through China and all the way to Hanoi is an option.
Kim Jong-un is reportedly paranoid about travel.
North Korea's state jet is an aging Russian model no-longer manufactured.
And his father, Kim Jong-il, thought it safer to stay on the ground.
A train ride from Pyongyang to Hanoi would take at least two and a half days.
But Reuters reports Vietnam is preparing for a train arrival.
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Belgian students march against climate change for seventh week
Thousands of young people across Belgium are walking out of schools and universities to protest climate change for the seventh week in a row.
This week they're being joined by the Swedish schoolgirl who started the whole movement by refusing to attend school until politicians do more to prevent global warming.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019
White House questioned over climate change panel
US President Donald Trump has been criticized for creating a climate
change panel that includes a denier of global warming.
The 12-member committee will look at whether climate change affects
national security.
Nick Harper reports.
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change panel that includes a denier of global warming.
The 12-member committee will look at whether climate change affects
national security.
Nick Harper reports.
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Troika "Alarmed" Over Escalating Conflict in Yei, South Sudan
The United States, Norway, and the UK say they are 'alarmed' by the escalating conflict in Yei, South Sudan.
The group known as the Troika says the fighting threatens the peace deal to end years of conflict and a massive humanitarian crisis.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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UN: oil money used to finance South Sudan violence
The United Nations report says money from South Sudan's oil industry
has been used to finance the government's civil war activities.
Investigators also found a culture of pervasive rape and torture
despite the peace agreement last year.
Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.
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has been used to finance the government's civil war activities.
Investigators also found a culture of pervasive rape and torture
despite the peace agreement last year.
Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.
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Juncker criticizes Hungarian PM for "fake news" campaign
European Union Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker says the party of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán should no longer be part of the largest conservative political group at European level.
A public battle has broken out after prime minister Orbán launched a smear campaign against President Jucnker accusing Brussels of trying to force Hungary to accept migrants.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports from Brussels.
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India, Saudi Arabia say terrorism is a common concern
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.
Both leaders have said that terrorism is a common concern in the backdrop of a suicide bombing in Indian administered Jammu and Kashmir where 41 soldiers were killed.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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German minister: We must set conditions for ISIS returnees
Germany's interior minister has said that German nationals who joined ISIS in Iraq and Syria should only be allowed to return if they don't pose a security risk.
According to media reports, there are about forty Germans suspected of joining the militant group currently being detained in Syrian Kurdish prisons.
Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019
5G mobile service ready next month: S. Korean Finance Minister
South Korea's finance minister says South Korea will become the first country in the world offering 5G mobile service from next month.
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Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
Several countries are already using 5G in a limited capacity.
But South Korea will be the first to put it in the palm of your hand.
Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki told other officials in Seoul that telecommunication companies will be prepared to launch 5G mobile service next month.
5G data transmission speeds are 40 to 50 times faster than 4G.
But the new infrastructure is still limited to only parts of big cities in South Korea.
And you'll need a new phone.
Samsung is revealing its new 5G-capable phones this week.
They'll go on sale here next month.
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Bernie Saunders running for US President, again
United States senator Bernie Saunders is running for President again,
joining a crowded field of Democrats looking to oust President Donald
Trump in next year's election.
Saunders missed out on the Democratic nomination in 2016 when the
party instead chose Hillary Clinton to run against Trump.
Nick Harper reports.
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joining a crowded field of Democrats looking to oust President Donald
Trump in next year's election.
Saunders missed out on the Democratic nomination in 2016 when the
party instead chose Hillary Clinton to run against Trump.
Nick Harper reports.
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Monday, February 18, 2019
Mohammad Bin Salman to visit India, Delhi to raise Kashmir attack
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman will be in Delhi for a two-day visit.
This is his first visit to the Indian subcontinent since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul last October.
This is his first visit to the Indian subcontinent since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul last October.
Sources in the Indian government say India will discuss last week's attack in Kashmir that claimed the lives of 44 security personnel.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more.
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Berlin mulls response to Trump pressure over ISIS returnees
German foreign minister Heiko Maas called U.S. president Donald Trump's demand that European countries take back ISIS fighters "difficult to implement".
Just over a thousand Germans are believed to have travelled to Iraq and Syria in recent years to join the militant group.
Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.
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Four India soldiers killed in Kashmir days after terror attack
Days after over 40 Indian security personnel were killed in what the government calls a suicide bombing, the situation in Indian administered Jammu and Kashmir remains tense.
Four soldiers have been killed in an encounter with militants in the state.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
Four soldiers have been killed in an encounter with militants in the state.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Sunday, February 17, 2019
N. Korea believes relations with U.S. poised for breakthrough
North Korea says it believes the upcoming summit between President Donald Trump and leader Kim Jong-un could lead to improved ties… but it expects action from Washington.
Bruce Harrison tells us more from Seoul.
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The state-run North Korean news website Meari said there's no reason North Korea and the U.S. can't have a major breakthrough.
The website said North Korea hasn't recently built or tested nuclear weapons.
Plus, it reported, the North doesn't plan to use or spread its weapons.
President Trump and leader Kim agreed to rid the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons when they met last summer.
But little progress has been made as they near their second summit scheduled for next week.
North Korea purportedly destroyed weapons testing sites last year, proof, it believes, it's serious about denuclearization.
Meari also said the international community agrees it's time for the U.S. to respond.
It added Washington should consider this a precious opportunity.
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Friday, February 15, 2019
No deal on US-China trade talks
Trade talks between the United States and China have ended without a
deal to prevent higher tariffs coming into effect at the end of this
month.
The US has warned that "very difficult issues" still remain.
Nick Harper reports.
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deal to prevent higher tariffs coming into effect at the end of this
month.
The US has warned that "very difficult issues" still remain.
Nick Harper reports.
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Pompeo suggests Trump, Kim to discuss end of war declaration
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has suggested the president and North Korea's leader will discuss a formal end to the Korean War when they meet later this month.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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Secretary Pompeo said he expects President Trump and leader Kim to discuss denuclearization, security and peace.
In an interview with Fox News, Pompeo was asked about a formal ending to the Korean War.
The secretary, who's visiting Warsaw, said it's something the U.S. has discussed a lot.
North Korea has demanded an end-of-war declaration in return for giving up its nuclear weapons.
In recent weeks, Trump's government has indicated it may be willing to offer some kind of concession even if North Korea doesn't give up all its weapons up front.
Trump and Kim will meet for two days from February 27th in Vietnam.
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Thursday, February 14, 2019
40 Indian security personnel killed in worst attack in decades
At least 40 Indian paramilitary troops have been killed in an attack in Indian administered Jammu and Kashmir.
Pakistan based Islamist group Jaish-e-Mohammed has claimed responsibility for the attack- and the Indian government is now calling for international sanctions against the group.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Pakistan based Islamist group Jaish-e-Mohammed has claimed responsibility for the attack- and the Indian government is now calling for international sanctions against the group.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Democrats Oppose Trump over Declaring a State of Emergency
Democrats in the United States say they will oppose President Trump if he declares a national emergency on the southern border.
Trump is expected to make the declaration after signing into law a funding bill passed in the House and Senate, which prevents another government shutdown.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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US ambassador says sanctions remain until denuclearization
The U.S. ambassador to South Korea, Harry Harris, says sanctions will remain in place against North Korea until it gives up its nuclear weapons.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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Ambassador Harris said the U.S. and North Korea share the same goal.
That is, a final, fully verified removal of nuclear weapons from the Korean Peninsula.
Speaking at a security forum in Seoul, Harris also suggested North Korea has a brighter future if it gives up its nuclear weapons.
Harris also said the U.S. and Seoul completely agree sanctions stay in place until denuclearization.
At their first meeting last year, President Trump and leader Kim agreed Kim would give up his weapons.
But as they prepare for a second summit, little progress has been made toward that end.
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U.S. delegation leads Middle East summit in Warsaw
Officials from more than 60 countries are attending in an unusual US-led conference on Middle East security in Poland.
The meeting comes amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran, who criticized the gathering.
Ira Spitzer has more from Warsaw
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US Commerce Secretary cancels India visit day before talks
US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross has cancelled his visit to India at the last minute citing 'inclement weather'.
Mr Ross was slated to hold discussions with India's Commerce Minister Suresh Prabhu in New Delhi.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Mr Ross was slated to hold discussions with India's Commerce Minister Suresh Prabhu in New Delhi.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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US, China Under Pressure to Resolve Trade Dispute
There are high hopes trade talks that kicked off in Beijing today could help clinch a deal between the US and Washington.
Both sides are under pressure to resolve their differences as the effects of the trade war continue to take their toll on markets and the global growth outlook.
Patrick Fok reports.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
U.S. House Votes to Halt Military Support to Yemen
The US House of Representatives has voted to halt US military support for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen.
If the bill also passes in the Senate, President Trump has indicated he may veto it.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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Spain PM will likely call snap-elections
Spain could see snap elections in April if Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez does not get the country's budget to pass through parliament.
His government is relying on votes from Catalan separatists to get a majority in parliament - but they're set to oppose the budget over Madrid's handling of the Catalan independence movement.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports from Brussels.
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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Seoul denies it will pay more for U.S. troops after Trump comments
South Korea is denying suggestions it will pay more to keep U.S. troops stationed on the Korean Peninsula. President Trump told officials in Washington Seoul would be doubling its share under a new agreement.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul
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Seoul says there's no chance of an imminent increase.
For decades, South Korea has paid the U.S. to share the cost for troops stationed here.
And on Sunday, after months of tense negotiations, Seoul agreed to pay 890 millions dollars for one year.
But Trump told his Cabinet the total would double from 500 million dollars.
Trump also said Seoul would continue to pay more each year.
Trump has previously called allies receiving U.S. military support freeloaders.
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Trump Warming to Shutdown Deal
President Donald Trump is signaling that he may now accept a deal reached by lawmakers to avoid another government shutdown.
The agreement provides a portion of his request 5.7 billion to build border fencing, but the White House is also looking at finding additional funding from other sources.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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US Astronaut launches Presidential bid
A Former astronaut is hoping to become the next Senator in the
important US swing state of Arizona.
Mark Kelly is running as a Democrat, with the party hoping to gather
support as it tries to wrestle control of the state from the
Republicans in next year's Presidential election.
Nick Harper reports.
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important US swing state of Arizona.
Mark Kelly is running as a Democrat, with the party hoping to gather
support as it tries to wrestle control of the state from the
Republicans in next year's Presidential election.
Nick Harper reports.
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4 Nigerian women bring case against Shell for killings of their husbands
Four Nigerian women are launching a legal case in The Netherlands against the oil giant Shell who they accuse of being complicit in the executions of their husbands.
Shell, which is headquartered in The Netherlands, denies any responsibility for the killings.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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Monday, February 11, 2019
"Agreement in Principle" to Avoid US Government Shutdown
Republicans and Democrats have reached an "agreement in principle" which may prevent another government shutdown.
Initial reports indicate Democrats have agreed on 1.375 billion dollars in funding for bollard fencing along the border with Mexico.
From Washington Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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UN warns of global terrorist threat
The United Nations has warned the Islamic State continues to pose a
global threat as the terrorist group "most likely" to carry out a
large-scale attack.
The African continent has growing hotspots including the Sahel, the
Lake Chad basin, Libya, Tunisia and Somalia according to the UN's
Counter-Terrorism agency.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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global threat as the terrorist group "most likely" to carry out a
large-scale attack.
The African continent has growing hotspots including the Sahel, the
Lake Chad basin, Libya, Tunisia and Somalia according to the UN's
Counter-Terrorism agency.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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Hungary announces birth incentives
The Hungarian government is announcing a controversial plan that would allow Hungarian women who have four or more children not to pay income tax.
This is one of the measures Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban is proposing to boost the Hungarian population while keeping its hard stance on immigration.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports from Brussels.
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Sunday, February 10, 2019
Twitter misses Indian Parliament summons, asks for more time
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey will not appear before an Indian Parliamentary panel this week.
The social media platform claims it wasn't given enough notice and hence its representatives were unable to travel to India for the February 11 hearing.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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US Senator Confronts China on Fentanyl Drug
U.S Senator Chuck Schumer is proposing legislation to combat the powerful opioid fentanyl.
The drug is considered many times stronger than heroin and deadly even at very low doses.
The Senator is promoting a bill that would impose sanctions on China and ban traffickers from using American banks.
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N. Korea calls for corresponding steps from U.S. ahead of summit
North Korea is calling on the U.S. to take corresponding measures ahead of the upcoming summit between President Trump and leader Kim. North Korea believes it's shown it's serious about denuclearization, and now it's time for Washington to act.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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North Korean state media report Pyongyang is requesting 'corresponding practical action' from Washington.
Seeking sanctions relief, North Korea claims to have destroyed nuclear and missile testing sites last year.
But Washington says it wants more proof Pyongyang is truly willing to give up its nuclear weapons.
North Korea and the U.S. wrapped up talks last Friday ahead of this month's summit between Trump and Kim.
Both sides have been unclear about what they're willing to offer at the second leaders summit.
But it appears they have more work to do to avoid another meeting that yields little more than smiling leaders.
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Venezuelan Doctors Protest Aid Blockade
Venezuelan doctors have been protesting at a bridge which has been blocked to prevent humanitarian aid from entering the country.
The doctors called on the Venezuelan military to remove a tanker and cargo containings blocking the Tienditas International Bridge.
They protested on the Colombian side of the border to avoid repercussions at a time of huge political tension.
Opposition leader Juan Guaidó who has proclaimed himself interim President and that the Nicholas Maduro's presidency is illegitimate.
The United States has imposed harsh sanctions on the country's oil exports.
Jens Laerke, a spokesman for the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is committed to delivering aid.
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