Nikki Haley presser on Iran, North Korea

US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley on Tuesday took aim at Iran and North Korea, in her first address to the UN press corp on US priorities in the new year.

On Iran, Haley spoke up in support of protestors, saying nowhere is the urgency for peace, security and freedom being more tested than in Iran.

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On North Korea, Haley warned of reports that Pyongyang may be preparing another missile test, in defiance of multiple Security Council resolutions. 

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Ambassador Haley also placed little credence on the prospect of high-level talks between North Korea and South Korea, if it doesn't stop Pyongyang's nuclear program

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North Korea policy unchanged - White House

The White House says its policy towards North Korea is unchanged, after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that sanctions are beginning to have a big impact on the country.

South Korea has said it is open to discussion North Korea's participation in the upcoming Olympic Games, but President Trump refuses to endorse or reject the idea.

White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders says no determination has been made:

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Pres. Trump suggests prosecution of Comey, Clinton Aide

U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested on social media that the U.S. Justice Department "must finally act" and possibly prosecute James Comey, while further calling for jail time for Hillary Clinton's top aide, Huma Abedin.

Over the Christmas holidays, the U.S. State Department finally released a set of emails that Huma Abedin had downloaded to her husband's computer, against security protocols.

President Trump has repeatedly urged further investigation, even criminal prosecution, of Hillary Clinton for using a private email server while Secretary of State, even though the U.S. Justice Department only found her actions 'extremely careless.

The tweet may be a distraction, but White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders refused to rule out jail time.

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Human rights for Iranian people - White House

The Trump Administration is staying one step away from calling for regime change in Iran, despite U.S. President Donald Trump tweeting in all capital letters on New Year's day, "time for change."

With more people taking to the streets in more cities, at least 22 Iranians have died in the widening protests, which the government blames on "enemies of Iran."

White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders laid out their basic goals:

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White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders refused to confirm or deny whether U.S. President Donald Trump wants to reimpose sanctions on Iran.

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White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders reiterated support for the Iranian protestors.

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Open these sites - US to Iran

The U.S. is urging Iran to lift its blocks of social media sites.

At least 21 have been killed in protests against the central government, which are spreading to more cities.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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"TIME'S UP" FOR HARASSMENT IN HOLLYWOOD AND BEYOND

300 prominent actresses, film industry workers and entertainment
executives have formed a plan to fight systematic sexual harassment -
both in Hollywood and offices across the US.

The "Time's Up" movement, which has just launched, already has many
famous members including Natalie Portman, Emma Stone, and Reese
Witherspoon.

Hollywood correspondent, Frances Read, reports from Los Angeles.

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YouTuber apologises over dead man video

An American YouTube star has apologised after posting a video showing the body of an apparent suicide victim in Japan.

The video showed Logan Paul and others appearing shocked but also making jokes after coming across a man's body at the base of Mount Fuji.

Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.

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Powers Warn South Sudan Over Ceasefire Violations

The United States, Britain and Norway are warning parties in the South Sudan conflict to stop violating a ceasefire they signed only days ago.

The three nations are trying to facilitate humanitarian relief in conflict zones.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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"Brutal & corrupt" - Pres. Trump attacks Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has attacked Iran on social media, while reasserting false claims about the Iran nuclear deal.

Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has blamed enemies of Iran for the protests which have left at least 20 dead. 

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has the reaction from Washington:

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Belgium could drop terror alert level to lowest point since Paris attacks

In the coming months, Belgium may drop its terror alert level to its lowest point since before the Paris attacks in November 2015 according the the country's home affairs minister.

Both those attacks and the Brussels attacks in March 2016 were planned in the Belgian capital.

From there, Jack Parrock reports.

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