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US ambassador to UN says no question of Russian interference
- April 04, 2017
Haley is expected to focus on U.N. treatment of Israel as well as reforming what she says are expensive and often pointless U.N. peacekeeping missions when the United States holds the rotating leadership of the Security Council this month. "The president has not once called me and said, "Don't beat up on Russia" - has not once called me and told me what to say", she said . I know China wants to see North Korea stop with the testing. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Haley is expected to focus on U.N. treatment of Israel as well as reforming what she says are expensive and often pointless U.N. peacekeeping missions when the United States holds the rotating leadership of the Security Council this month. "The president has not once called me and said, "Don't beat up on Russia" - has not once called me and told me what to say", she said . I know China wants to see North Korea stop with the testing. (more...)
US envoy: Syria's Assad is war criminal but US may need him
- April 04, 2017
Haley, a former Republican governor of SC, made her first Sunday-show appearances since becoming the nation's top diplomat at the UN as the usa prepared to take over the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council. But Iliichev said Russian Federation will consult with the US on trying to find "a suitable formulation" for a debate "if possible". Speaking on the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping, Haley said "the goal of this weekend is to make ... (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Haley, a former Republican governor of SC, made her first Sunday-show appearances since becoming the nation's top diplomat at the UN as the usa prepared to take over the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council. But Iliichev said Russian Federation will consult with the US on trying to find "a suitable formulation" for a debate "if possible". Speaking on the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping, Haley said "the goal of this weekend is to make ... (more...)
Ex-South Korean president Park Geun-hye arrested in corruption probe
- April 04, 2017
At the centre, she went through an ID check and a simple health examination, and correctional officers took a mugshot, as they do with other inmates. After being processed like any other prisoner, Park, 65, was assigned a 10.6 square metre (114 square feet) solitary cell, larger than the average 6.5 square metre cell, Yonhap news agency said. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
At the centre, she went through an ID check and a simple health examination, and correctional officers took a mugshot, as they do with other inmates. After being processed like any other prisoner, Park, 65, was assigned a 10.6 square metre (114 square feet) solitary cell, larger than the average 6.5 square metre cell, Yonhap news agency said. (more...)
AP Analysis: Can tough-talking Trump solve North Korea?
- April 04, 2017
This adds to doubts as to whether the two leaders can find common ground on North Korea and China's expansive claims in the South China Sea. When he was asked what China's incentive would be if Beijing were to cooperate with the US on North Korea, Trump said he thinks, "Trade is the incentive". (more...)
- April 04, 2017
This adds to doubts as to whether the two leaders can find common ground on North Korea and China's expansive claims in the South China Sea. When he was asked what China's incentive would be if Beijing were to cooperate with the US on North Korea, Trump said he thinks, "Trade is the incentive". (more...)
Petersburg subway bomber identified as Kyrgyz man
- April 04, 2017
While the federal officials did not provide further details, other reports have identified a chief suspect as a native of Kyrgyzstan, in Central Asia, who had received Russian citizenship, according to state-run news outlet TASS . The United Nations Security Council condemned "in the strongest terms the barbaric and cowardly terrorist attack". US President Donald Trump called Mr Putin to offer condolences over the attack. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
While the federal officials did not provide further details, other reports have identified a chief suspect as a native of Kyrgyzstan, in Central Asia, who had received Russian citizenship, according to state-run news outlet TASS . The United Nations Security Council condemned "in the strongest terms the barbaric and cowardly terrorist attack". US President Donald Trump called Mr Putin to offer condolences over the attack. (more...)
NCAA Tournament 2017: Top Social Media Highlights from Final Four
- April 04, 2017
Nigel Williams-Goss, the All-American guard who led the Zags all season but had struggled for much of the NCAA tournament , came alive in force - 23 points, 9-of-16 shooting, six assists , five rebounds - with a relentless combination of perimeter shooting and savvy probing penetration. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Nigel Williams-Goss, the All-American guard who led the Zags all season but had struggled for much of the NCAA tournament , came alive in force - 23 points, 9-of-16 shooting, six assists , five rebounds - with a relentless combination of perimeter shooting and savvy probing penetration. (more...)
United Kingdom follows US' lead, bans large electronics from certain flights
- April 04, 2017
US officials defended the decision, saying it was the "right thing to do" to secure the safety of those traveling. The officials said the decision was prompted by "evaluated intelligence" about ongoing potential threats to airplanes bound for the United States. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
US officials defended the decision, saying it was the "right thing to do" to secure the safety of those traveling. The officials said the decision was prompted by "evaluated intelligence" about ongoing potential threats to airplanes bound for the United States. (more...)
Gary Neville Identifies Manchester United's Weakness In Frustrating Season So Far
- April 04, 2017
They deserve a little bit more but we have to do it so let's go. Indeed, the Belgian striker has scored in just one of his 10 previous Premier League games against Man Utd - netting a hat-trick for West Brom at the Hawthorns in May 2013. Of course it would be assumed the image Fox Sports use is a Photoshop, albeit a good one, but the claims are still going to be worrying for Manchester United fans. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
They deserve a little bit more but we have to do it so let's go. Indeed, the Belgian striker has scored in just one of his 10 previous Premier League games against Man Utd - netting a hat-trick for West Brom at the Hawthorns in May 2013. Of course it would be assumed the image Fox Sports use is a Photoshop, albeit a good one, but the claims are still going to be worrying for Manchester United fans. (more...)
Netanyahu welcomes new U.S. ambassador 'to Jerusalem'
- April 04, 2017
In mid-March, the United States budget introduced major cuts but urged a boost to military spending and recommended leaving the multi-million aid package to Israel intact. While Israel claimed the city as its "eternal capital" after occupying East Jerusalem during the 1967 Arab-Israel war, the worldwide community does not recognize the claim and foreign embassies are now located in Tel Aviv. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
In mid-March, the United States budget introduced major cuts but urged a boost to military spending and recommended leaving the multi-million aid package to Israel intact. While Israel claimed the city as its "eternal capital" after occupying East Jerusalem during the 1967 Arab-Israel war, the worldwide community does not recognize the claim and foreign embassies are now located in Tel Aviv. (more...)
Brawl, 'death threats', in Delhi court hearing Kejriwal-Jaitley defamation case
- April 04, 2017
A party leader said Kejriwal discussed with them their door-to-door campaign, a key element of party's strategy to reach out to voters.He also reviewed the progress on projector showing his video message to the voters. Delhi BJP president Manoj Tiwari said, "The opposition is getting frustrated seeing the rise of BJP, which is why they are making false accusations". (more...)
- April 04, 2017
A party leader said Kejriwal discussed with them their door-to-door campaign, a key element of party's strategy to reach out to voters.He also reviewed the progress on projector showing his video message to the voters. Delhi BJP president Manoj Tiwari said, "The opposition is getting frustrated seeing the rise of BJP, which is why they are making false accusations". (more...)
Russian Federation subway bomber indentified as Kyrgyz man
- April 04, 2017
Kyrgyz media reported on Tuesday that Akbarzhon Jalilov, a 22-year-old male originally from Kyrgyzstan's Osh region, had been identified as the suspect culprit by Kyrgyz intelligence. "The members of the Security Council underlined the need to bring perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice", the statement read. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Kyrgyz media reported on Tuesday that Akbarzhon Jalilov, a 22-year-old male originally from Kyrgyzstan's Osh region, had been identified as the suspect culprit by Kyrgyz intelligence. "The members of the Security Council underlined the need to bring perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice", the statement read. (more...)
First new Samaria locale in 20 years for Amona evacuees
- April 04, 2017
Just last month, President Trump told Netanyahu, "As far as settlements, I'd like to see you hold back on settlements for a little bit". The settlement's construction in the West Bank would be the first new settlement in over 20 years, according to the office of the Israeli Prime Minister. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Just last month, President Trump told Netanyahu, "As far as settlements, I'd like to see you hold back on settlements for a little bit". The settlement's construction in the West Bank would be the first new settlement in over 20 years, according to the office of the Israeli Prime Minister. (more...)
Swiss find signs of spying linked to Turkish community
- April 04, 2017
Speaking at a Turkish-British forum in Turkey , Erdogan said Ankara , like the United Kingdom, might review its ties with the bloc, just as the UK did. A Nasdaq report on Thursday said some in Turkey see the ban as "a ploy to undermine their aviation industry". Turkey began negotiating European Union accession in 2005, but talks have not gained much ground because of several issues, including the dispute over divided Cyprus and domestic human rights. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Speaking at a Turkish-British forum in Turkey , Erdogan said Ankara , like the United Kingdom, might review its ties with the bloc, just as the UK did. A Nasdaq report on Thursday said some in Turkey see the ban as "a ploy to undermine their aviation industry". Turkey began negotiating European Union accession in 2005, but talks have not gained much ground because of several issues, including the dispute over divided Cyprus and domestic human rights. (more...)
United Nations chief at Iraq camp urges more aid for people of Mosul
- April 04, 2017
The US military has acknowledged the US-led coalition probably had a role in the March 17 explosion but said Daesh also could be to blame. "I think that's really the explanation for the civilian casualties", Townsend added. He called on Iraq's leaders to build "a State in which all communities respect each other and reconciliation becomes something natural", according to a United Nations statement. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
The US military has acknowledged the US-led coalition probably had a role in the March 17 explosion but said Daesh also could be to blame. "I think that's really the explanation for the civilian casualties", Townsend added. He called on Iraq's leaders to build "a State in which all communities respect each other and reconciliation becomes something natural", according to a United Nations statement. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation 'directly contradicts' Nunes' statements about Comey and House Russia hearings
- April 04, 2017
Schiff of California - that he is too close to President Trump to conduct an impartial inquiry. Rep. Devin Nunes (R-Calif.) said he will continue to lead the investigation even though several committee Democrats questioned his credibility as a close ally of President Donald Trump and his announcement last week he had seen US surveillance of Trump aides. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Schiff of California - that he is too close to President Trump to conduct an impartial inquiry. Rep. Devin Nunes (R-Calif.) said he will continue to lead the investigation even though several committee Democrats questioned his credibility as a close ally of President Donald Trump and his announcement last week he had seen US surveillance of Trump aides. (more...)
Democrats amass support to force showdown over Trump Supreme Court pick
- April 04, 2017
Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer said on " Meet the Press " that it was "highly, highly unlikely" that Republicans would get 60 votes. And Republicans are threatening to respond with worse - abolishing the filibuster for Supreme Court nominees (and before long, most likely everything else). (more...)
- April 04, 2017
Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer said on " Meet the Press " that it was "highly, highly unlikely" that Republicans would get 60 votes. And Republicans are threatening to respond with worse - abolishing the filibuster for Supreme Court nominees (and before long, most likely everything else). (more...)
Highway liquor ban: Amul invites liquor shops to open milk bars instead
- April 04, 2017
New Delhi, Apr 3 Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today said she will discuss with ministerial colleagues the Supreme Court ruling of banning liquor shops along highways, which has sparked concerns in the hospitality sector. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
New Delhi, Apr 3 Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today said she will discuss with ministerial colleagues the Supreme Court ruling of banning liquor shops along highways, which has sparked concerns in the hospitality sector. (more...)
Malaysians' emotional return from Pyongyang in Kim body swap
- April 04, 2017
But he told reporters Friday, "Legally speaking, Kim Jong Un is the next-of-kin". Thae, a career diplomat who defected from North Korea in August 2016, described the North Korean leader as "a man who can do anything beyond the normal imagination" and said the only way to handle him is to " eliminate Kim Jong Un from the post". (more...)
- April 04, 2017
But he told reporters Friday, "Legally speaking, Kim Jong Un is the next-of-kin". Thae, a career diplomat who defected from North Korea in August 2016, described the North Korean leader as "a man who can do anything beyond the normal imagination" and said the only way to handle him is to " eliminate Kim Jong Un from the post". (more...)
US Will Act Unilaterally On North Korea If China Not On Board
- April 04, 2017
North Korea has stepped up ballistic missile tests and has staged five nuclear tests so far, including two past year. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said the two executive orders mark "the beginning of the totally new chapter in the American trade relationship with our partners overseas". (more...)
- April 04, 2017
North Korea has stepped up ballistic missile tests and has staged five nuclear tests so far, including two past year. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said the two executive orders mark "the beginning of the totally new chapter in the American trade relationship with our partners overseas". (more...)
Park arrest, Malaysia deal: Let the corks pop in Pyongyang
- April 04, 2017
The Malaysian contingent had been stranded in North Korea amid a protracted spat following the February 13 killing of Kim Jong Nam - the North Korean leader's estranged older half brother - at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The assassination led to a major diplomatic dispute between Malaysia and North Korea. "They have clarified and we are satisfied", Khalid said. Malaysia responded that it was abhorrent to hold its citizens hostage and imposed a similar exit ban on North Koreans. (more...)
- April 04, 2017
The Malaysian contingent had been stranded in North Korea amid a protracted spat following the February 13 killing of Kim Jong Nam - the North Korean leader's estranged older half brother - at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The assassination led to a major diplomatic dispute between Malaysia and North Korea. "They have clarified and we are satisfied", Khalid said. Malaysia responded that it was abhorrent to hold its citizens hostage and imposed a similar exit ban on North Koreans. (more...)
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