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Russian Federation condemns 'absurd' US statement on civilian deaths in Mosul
- April 11, 2017
Canadian special forces are in the city of Mosul, now supporting Iraqi troops there in the battle to push the Islamic State from the densely populated urban centre. The military did not release many details of its investigations of civilian casualties. "The total number of credible reports during this time period was 15", the US-led coalition said, without specifying how many civilians were killed in these incidents . (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Canadian special forces are in the city of Mosul, now supporting Iraqi troops there in the battle to push the Islamic State from the densely populated urban centre. The military did not release many details of its investigations of civilian casualties. "The total number of credible reports during this time period was 15", the US-led coalition said, without specifying how many civilians were killed in these incidents . (more...)
US, China agree on North Korea nuclear threat, Tillerson says
- April 11, 2017
A U.S. strike would not resolve the issue but further complicate the issue. The Xinhua article also accused Trump - whose associates are under investigation for possibly coordinating with the Kremlin to meddle in last year's election - of retaliating against the Syrian regime - which is backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin - to demonstrate that he was not "pro-Russia". (more...)
- April 11, 2017
A U.S. strike would not resolve the issue but further complicate the issue. The Xinhua article also accused Trump - whose associates are under investigation for possibly coordinating with the Kremlin to meddle in last year's election - of retaliating against the Syrian regime - which is backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin - to demonstrate that he was not "pro-Russia". (more...)
Rep. Gabbard: Syria missile strike 'illegal and unconstitutional'
- April 11, 2017
In Philadelphia, dozens of protesters marched against the strikes, with some carrying signs reading "U.S". Fired from the USS Porter and the USS Ross, the cruise missiles targeted radars, aircraft, air defense systems and other logistical components. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
In Philadelphia, dozens of protesters marched against the strikes, with some carrying signs reading "U.S". Fired from the USS Porter and the USS Ross, the cruise missiles targeted radars, aircraft, air defense systems and other logistical components. (more...)
Who has chemical weapons in Syria?
- April 11, 2017
On Thursday evening, the United States military said it launched 59 Tomahawk land attack missiles. The chemical attack on Khan Sheikhoun on Tuesday triggered a U.S. "The United States will no longer wait". "I hope that Russian Federation is thinking carefully about its continued alliance with Bashar al-Assad because every time one of this horrific attack occurs, it draws Russian Federation closer in to some level of responsibility", Tillerson said in a TV interview. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
On Thursday evening, the United States military said it launched 59 Tomahawk land attack missiles. The chemical attack on Khan Sheikhoun on Tuesday triggered a U.S. "The United States will no longer wait". "I hope that Russian Federation is thinking carefully about its continued alliance with Bashar al-Assad because every time one of this horrific attack occurs, it draws Russian Federation closer in to some level of responsibility", Tillerson said in a TV interview. (more...)
South African president accuses protesters of racism
- April 11, 2017
South African President Jacob Zuma on Monday described last week's protests demanding that he resign as racist, as he fought back against the criticism that has threatened to split the ruling ANC party. The president was speaking at a wreath laying ceremony commemorating the 24th anniversary of the murder of Chris Hani, who he said was a proponent of a non-racial society - a dream which South Africa had not yet realised, as evidenced by last week's marches. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
South African President Jacob Zuma on Monday described last week's protests demanding that he resign as racist, as he fought back against the criticism that has threatened to split the ruling ANC party. The president was speaking at a wreath laying ceremony commemorating the 24th anniversary of the murder of Chris Hani, who he said was a proponent of a non-racial society - a dream which South Africa had not yet realised, as evidenced by last week's marches. (more...)
Wells Fargo claws back $75 million from top execs in sales scandal
- April 11, 2017
It said that workers felt they couldn't meet the bank's unrealistic sales goals "without gaming the system". As the problems with Wells' sales culture ballooned, management still remained callous to the problems or even actively worked to hide it. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
It said that workers felt they couldn't meet the bank's unrealistic sales goals "without gaming the system". As the problems with Wells' sales culture ballooned, management still remained callous to the problems or even actively worked to hide it. (more...)
Gorsuch sworn into Supreme Court, vows to serve Constitution
- April 11, 2017
Gorsuch's first big case will be when the Supreme Court takes up a case about government funding and religious organizations. Later, Gorsuch will appear at a public White House ceremony, where Justice Anthony Kennedy is to administer a second oath in which Gorsuch will pledge to administer justice impartially and "do equal right to the poor and to the rich". (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Gorsuch's first big case will be when the Supreme Court takes up a case about government funding and religious organizations. Later, Gorsuch will appear at a public White House ceremony, where Justice Anthony Kennedy is to administer a second oath in which Gorsuch will pledge to administer justice impartially and "do equal right to the poor and to the rich". (more...)
Trump speaks with Swedish prime minister on truck attack
- April 11, 2017
At least two people were killed when a truck was driven into pedestrians on the busiest street in the center of Stockholm, in what appeared to be the latest use of a vehicle as a weapon of terror in Europe. He added: "There are no words for how missed he will be or for how sad we all are to have lost him like this". "I think we have the same problem in all European countries", he said. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
At least two people were killed when a truck was driven into pedestrians on the busiest street in the center of Stockholm, in what appeared to be the latest use of a vehicle as a weapon of terror in Europe. He added: "There are no words for how missed he will be or for how sad we all are to have lost him like this". "I think we have the same problem in all European countries", he said. (more...)
Allies Rally Behind US After Syria Strikes, Kremlin Continues Condemnation
- April 11, 2017
It comes after the United Kingdom backed U.S. airstrikes on a Syrian airbase where a horrifying chemical attack was allegedly launched. Retired US Lt. Rouhani said "neutral countries should come and assess to make it clear where the chemical weapons came from". Washington believes the hospital strike might have been an attempt to cover up evidence of Assad's use of chemical weapons . (more...)
- April 11, 2017
It comes after the United Kingdom backed U.S. airstrikes on a Syrian airbase where a horrifying chemical attack was allegedly launched. Retired US Lt. Rouhani said "neutral countries should come and assess to make it clear where the chemical weapons came from". Washington believes the hospital strike might have been an attempt to cover up evidence of Assad's use of chemical weapons . (more...)
Gorsuch pledges to be "servant" of Constitution
- April 11, 2017
Gorsuch replaces Justice Antonin Scalia, who died February 13, 2016. Gorsuch's wife Louise held a family Bible, and his daughters Emma and Belinda looked on. His efforts to build a physical border wall with Mexico remain uncertain and his attempts to ban certain travelers from entering the US because they pose a security threat have been blocked by the courts. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Gorsuch replaces Justice Antonin Scalia, who died February 13, 2016. Gorsuch's wife Louise held a family Bible, and his daughters Emma and Belinda looked on. His efforts to build a physical border wall with Mexico remain uncertain and his attempts to ban certain travelers from entering the US because they pose a security threat have been blocked by the courts. (more...)
International Monetary Fund needs euro zone assurance on Greek debt sustainability before joining bailout
- April 11, 2017
The breakthrough was described as a political compromise over additional spending cuts and reforms in Greece, allowing the country's creditors to conclude a review of the country's finances and unlock the second tranche of a bailout deal agreed in June 2015. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
The breakthrough was described as a political compromise over additional spending cuts and reforms in Greece, allowing the country's creditors to conclude a review of the country's finances and unlock the second tranche of a bailout deal agreed in June 2015. (more...)
Kremlin says Tillerson not due to meet Putin on Moscow visit
- April 11, 2017
Commenting on US missile strikes against Syria last week, Peskov said the action had shown Washington's total unwillingness to cooperate on Syria. Mr Tillerson, who travels to Russian Federation after the two-day G7 gathering, said at the weekend that the defeat of Islamic State remained the USA priority, while the U.S. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Commenting on US missile strikes against Syria last week, Peskov said the action had shown Washington's total unwillingness to cooperate on Syria. Mr Tillerson, who travels to Russian Federation after the two-day G7 gathering, said at the weekend that the defeat of Islamic State remained the USA priority, while the U.S. (more...)
At least 280 Iraqi deaths in western Mosul
- April 11, 2017
He said it was also possible that the civilians killed had been "forced" to remain in the building by IS. ISIS responded with rocket fire, streaking the sky with white smoke plumes. Iraqi forces are fighting IS in western Mosul , where some 2,000 IS fighters are launching fierce counterattacks. Iraqi forces are being supported by the coalition in an effort to dislodge I.S. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
He said it was also possible that the civilians killed had been "forced" to remain in the building by IS. ISIS responded with rocket fire, streaking the sky with white smoke plumes. Iraqi forces are fighting IS in western Mosul , where some 2,000 IS fighters are launching fierce counterattacks. Iraqi forces are being supported by the coalition in an effort to dislodge I.S. (more...)
Donald Trump's far-right backers rebel over US' 'hoax' Syria strike
- April 11, 2017
Ms Haley said the strikes destroyed an air field from which the U.S. believes the attacks on the rebel-held town of Khan Sheikhun were launched, killing 86 people including 27 children. Chinese President Xi Jinping offered a degree of support for the USA missile strikes on Syria Thursday evening, according to Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Ms Haley said the strikes destroyed an air field from which the U.S. believes the attacks on the rebel-held town of Khan Sheikhun were launched, killing 86 people including 27 children. Chinese President Xi Jinping offered a degree of support for the USA missile strikes on Syria Thursday evening, according to Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. (more...)
Cardinals Agree to Extension with Stephen Piscotty
- April 11, 2017
The deal announced Monday calls for a $2 million signing bonus payable within 30 days of approval by the commissioners office, salaries of $1 million each in of the first two years, $7 million apiece in 2018 and 19 and $7.25 million in each of the next two years. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
The deal announced Monday calls for a $2 million signing bonus payable within 30 days of approval by the commissioners office, salaries of $1 million each in of the first two years, $7 million apiece in 2018 and 19 and $7.25 million in each of the next two years. (more...)
India woos Bangladesh with $500 mn defence loan, credit
- April 11, 2017
Though the two sides chose to take their ties to a newer level, they could not finalise the long-pending Teesta water-sharing agreement, primarily due to opposition to it by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who was present during launch of new train and bus services between the two countries. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Though the two sides chose to take their ties to a newer level, they could not finalise the long-pending Teesta water-sharing agreement, primarily due to opposition to it by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who was present during launch of new train and bus services between the two countries. (more...)
Chinese state media express 'concern' over USS Carl Vinson
- April 11, 2017
But I think there's a shared view and no disagreement as to how risky the situation has become. A U.S. Navy strike group was moving toward the western Pacific Ocean near the Korean Peninsula as a show of force, as concerns grow about North Korea's advancing weapons program. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
But I think there's a shared view and no disagreement as to how risky the situation has become. A U.S. Navy strike group was moving toward the western Pacific Ocean near the Korean Peninsula as a show of force, as concerns grow about North Korea's advancing weapons program. (more...)
Manhunt Underway for Wisconsin Gun Thief Who Mailed Manifesto to Trump
- April 11, 2017
In that video he says "revolution... it's time for change". From left: Rock County Sheriff Bob Spoden, FBI-Milwaukee Special Agent Justin Tolomeo and Janesville Police Chief David Moore. Federal officials are offering a $10,000 reward for information relating to his arrest. He pleaded guilty in Rock County in 2008 to charges of battery, disarming a peace officer and bail jumping. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
In that video he says "revolution... it's time for change". From left: Rock County Sheriff Bob Spoden, FBI-Milwaukee Special Agent Justin Tolomeo and Janesville Police Chief David Moore. Federal officials are offering a $10,000 reward for information relating to his arrest. He pleaded guilty in Rock County in 2008 to charges of battery, disarming a peace officer and bail jumping. (more...)
Several dead in attack on Somalia army camp
- April 11, 2017
Two military colonels were among those died as well as the camp's chief trainer, said Col. Abdi Hassan. Authorities say the bomber, disguised in a military uniform, walked into the training camp Monday and detonated his explosives. 'The vehicle bomb killed a junior government worker, ' a spokesman for Mogadishu's mayor, Abdifatah Omar Halane, said. One Friday Somalia's new President Mohamed Abdullaahi Mohamed Farmajo declared war on al-Shabaab and replaced the military, police, national ... (more...)
- April 11, 2017
Two military colonels were among those died as well as the camp's chief trainer, said Col. Abdi Hassan. Authorities say the bomber, disguised in a military uniform, walked into the training camp Monday and detonated his explosives. 'The vehicle bomb killed a junior government worker, ' a spokesman for Mogadishu's mayor, Abdifatah Omar Halane, said. One Friday Somalia's new President Mohamed Abdullaahi Mohamed Farmajo declared war on al-Shabaab and replaced the military, police, national ... (more...)
Trump congratulates USA military in Syria missile strike, including female Navy commander
- April 11, 2017
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Russia's response indicated "continued support for a regime that carries out these type of horrendous attacks on their own people". Meanwhile, as dinner wraps up in Florida and with the missiles about to hit their targets, Trump pulls Xi away from other guests and informs him of the strike. (more...)
- April 11, 2017
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Russia's response indicated "continued support for a regime that carries out these type of horrendous attacks on their own people". Meanwhile, as dinner wraps up in Florida and with the missiles about to hit their targets, Trump pulls Xi away from other guests and informs him of the strike. (more...)
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