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National Security Adviser McMaster: Trump's Revelations to Russians 'Wholly Appropriate'
- May 17, 2017
Eliot Cohen, a former counselor to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice under President George W. Bush, said on Twitter that if Trump had given the classified material to the Russians deliberately, "it would be treason". The classified information had been shared with the president by an ally, violating the confidentiality of an intelligence-sharing agreement with that country, the official said. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Eliot Cohen, a former counselor to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice under President George W. Bush, said on Twitter that if Trump had given the classified material to the Russians deliberately, "it would be treason". The classified information had been shared with the president by an ally, violating the confidentiality of an intelligence-sharing agreement with that country, the official said. (more...)
Lawmakers want Trump to explain giving intelligence to Russian Federation
- May 17, 2017
He said the agenda is deregulation, tax reform and repealing and replacing the health care law. White House press secretary Sean Spicer wouldn't comment Tuesday on whether or not Israel was the source of the intelligence. Mr Trump later was informed that he had broken protocol and White House officials placed calls to the National Security Agency and the CIA looking to minimise any damage. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
He said the agenda is deregulation, tax reform and repealing and replacing the health care law. White House press secretary Sean Spicer wouldn't comment Tuesday on whether or not Israel was the source of the intelligence. Mr Trump later was informed that he had broken protocol and White House officials placed calls to the National Security Agency and the CIA looking to minimise any damage. (more...)
Japan princess to wed, sparking debate on shrinking royal family
- May 17, 2017
Kei Komuro said he works as a legal assistant and had just spoken over the phone with Mako, who had been a fellow student at International Christian University in Tokyo . Asked about the problem of the shortage in royals, chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga said: "There is no change in our view to proceed with consideration of steps to ensure stable imperial succession". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Kei Komuro said he works as a legal assistant and had just spoken over the phone with Mako, who had been a fellow student at International Christian University in Tokyo . Asked about the problem of the shortage in royals, chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga said: "There is no change in our view to proceed with consideration of steps to ensure stable imperial succession". (more...)
Trump had "wholly appropriate" talks with Russian delegation: National Security Adviser
- May 17, 2017
Freeland said she expects the administration to send its notice soon announcing the upcoming renegotiation of NAFTA. McMaster isn't alone. According to the Times , Trump has turned on most of his aides - including his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, who just a month ago seemed to be gaining in influence at the White House as Trump looked to shift more toward the center. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Freeland said she expects the administration to send its notice soon announcing the upcoming renegotiation of NAFTA. McMaster isn't alone. According to the Times , Trump has turned on most of his aides - including his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, who just a month ago seemed to be gaining in influence at the White House as Trump looked to shift more toward the center. (more...)
Under Trump, daylight re-emerges in US-Israel relationship
- May 17, 2017
During a Sunday morning interview with Chuck Todd on NBC's Meet the Press , Tillerson said that any decision to move the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem would not be made for some time , adding that it would take consultations with Israel and the Palestinians to see if the move would advance the peace process. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
During a Sunday morning interview with Chuck Todd on NBC's Meet the Press , Tillerson said that any decision to move the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem would not be made for some time , adding that it would take consultations with Israel and the Palestinians to see if the move would advance the peace process. (more...)
Trump, Turkish leader hail ties despite U.S. arming of Kurds
- May 17, 2017
A bipartisan group of lawmakers wrote Trump on Tuesday , asking him to raise the issue of human rights with Erdogan given the increasing suppression of dissent in his country. relationship. In an interview with The Associated Press, Jonathan Schanzer at the Washington-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies said the Turks see Trump's plans as "a crisis in the relationship". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
A bipartisan group of lawmakers wrote Trump on Tuesday , asking him to raise the issue of human rights with Erdogan given the increasing suppression of dissent in his country. relationship. In an interview with The Associated Press, Jonathan Schanzer at the Washington-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies said the Turks see Trump's plans as "a crisis in the relationship". (more...)
Can Donald Trump be impeached over the Russian Federation and Comey scandals?
- May 17, 2017
The controversy engulfed the White House. On Monday, The Washington Post reported he shared highly classified intelligence with Russian officials. " Israel has full confidence in our intelligence-sharing relationship with the United States and looks forward to deepening that relationship in the years ahead under President Trump", Dermer said. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The controversy engulfed the White House. On Monday, The Washington Post reported he shared highly classified intelligence with Russian officials. " Israel has full confidence in our intelligence-sharing relationship with the United States and looks forward to deepening that relationship in the years ahead under President Trump", Dermer said. (more...)
Iowa lawmakers react to possible Trump leak
- May 17, 2017
But there are other laws that could come into play when sensitive information is disclosed to harm the US, according to David Pozen, who teaches national security law at Columbia Law School. The system for how US secrets are classified and the rules for how they're handled derive from an executive order. When the President Of The United States can't be left alone in a room with other foreign leaders for fear that he might do something to jeopardize global relations or national security, that ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
But there are other laws that could come into play when sensitive information is disclosed to harm the US, according to David Pozen, who teaches national security law at Columbia Law School. The system for how US secrets are classified and the rules for how they're handled derive from an executive order. When the President Of The United States can't be left alone in a room with other foreign leaders for fear that he might do something to jeopardize global relations or national security, that ... (more...)
Nets Sprint to Hammer Trump With Comey Memo, But Haven't Seen It
- May 17, 2017
An associate of Comey's who is familiar with the matter confirms that the former Federal Bureau of Investigation director memorialized the conversation with Trump in a memo he wrote immediately after their Oval Office conversation on February 14. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
An associate of Comey's who is familiar with the matter confirms that the former Federal Bureau of Investigation director memorialized the conversation with Trump in a memo he wrote immediately after their Oval Office conversation on February 14. (more...)
USA defense chief voices commitment to Turkey's security
- May 17, 2017
Erdogan has shown no signs of backing away from his demand that the US break ties with the YPG, which is viewed in Turkey as linked to the PKK, or Kurdistan Workers Party. USA officials have indicated that 120 mm mortars, machine guns, ammunition and light armored vehicles were possibilities. Unnerved by the Kurdish advances along the border, Turkey sent troops into Syria previous year to help allied Syrian forces battle IS and block the SDF. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Erdogan has shown no signs of backing away from his demand that the US break ties with the YPG, which is viewed in Turkey as linked to the PKK, or Kurdistan Workers Party. USA officials have indicated that 120 mm mortars, machine guns, ammunition and light armored vehicles were possibilities. Unnerved by the Kurdish advances along the border, Turkey sent troops into Syria previous year to help allied Syrian forces battle IS and block the SDF. (more...)
West Bengal civic polls: TMC leading on all seven seats
- May 17, 2017
Seven municipal corporations in West Bengal witnessed polling this week, and all votes will be counted on Wednesday. Domkal, Pujali and Raiganj seats belong to plain areas while Mirik is located in hills. Notably, BJP was in the second position in bypolls to Cooch Behar Lok Sabha seat in November 2016 and the Kanthi Dakshin assembly seat last month. Meanwhile, a GJM-supported independent candidate won in ward no. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Seven municipal corporations in West Bengal witnessed polling this week, and all votes will be counted on Wednesday. Domkal, Pujali and Raiganj seats belong to plain areas while Mirik is located in hills. Notably, BJP was in the second position in bypolls to Cooch Behar Lok Sabha seat in November 2016 and the Kanthi Dakshin assembly seat last month. Meanwhile, a GJM-supported independent candidate won in ward no. (more...)
United Nations Security Council vows sanctions over North Korea's missile test
- May 17, 2017
In a statement issued late on Monday evening, the UN's most powerful body expressed "utmost concern" at North Korea's "highly destabilising behaviour". For its part, North Korea said the missile test was in response to the nuclear dangers and threats posed by the U.S. and its followers. Council diplomats said the language was significant because China, North Korea's strongest ally, signed on. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In a statement issued late on Monday evening, the UN's most powerful body expressed "utmost concern" at North Korea's "highly destabilising behaviour". For its part, North Korea said the missile test was in response to the nuclear dangers and threats posed by the U.S. and its followers. Council diplomats said the language was significant because China, North Korea's strongest ally, signed on. (more...)
Pentagon: US to Discuss THAAD Deployment with Moon
- May 17, 2017
A former human-rights lawyer, he has made known his desire to improve his country's relations with both North Korea and China, while insisting that alliance with the United States will remain the anchor of Seoul's diplomacy and security. The South Korean military has grown very independent and powerful, particularly during the weak Park presidency. Uruguayan Ambassador Elbio Rosselli, the current council president, said after the meeting that members are united in condemning the latest ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
A former human-rights lawyer, he has made known his desire to improve his country's relations with both North Korea and China, while insisting that alliance with the United States will remain the anchor of Seoul's diplomacy and security. The South Korean military has grown very independent and powerful, particularly during the weak Park presidency. Uruguayan Ambassador Elbio Rosselli, the current council president, said after the meeting that members are united in condemning the latest ... (more...)
Head of Yemen SPC departs to Saudi Arabia
- May 17, 2017
Yesterday the Labour party's national executive committee (NEC) confirmed its policy of sticking to North Atlantic Treaty Organisation spending obligations but ending sales to Saudi Arabia. Flywheel declined to comment about its work. Saudi forces are using United Kingdom licensed fighter jets, bombs and missiles in its ongoing bombardment of Yemen. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Yesterday the Labour party's national executive committee (NEC) confirmed its policy of sticking to North Atlantic Treaty Organisation spending obligations but ending sales to Saudi Arabia. Flywheel declined to comment about its work. Saudi forces are using United Kingdom licensed fighter jets, bombs and missiles in its ongoing bombardment of Yemen. (more...)
US, Europe discuss new laptop ban on flights
- May 17, 2017
Government officials have been meeting with USA airlines on a almost weekly basis to discuss the topic and a decision could come in the next few weeks, according to CBS News. One issue that had been expected to come up at the meeting was how much advance notice airlines would get to impose additional restrictions, which some airline officials say would require hiring more staff. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Government officials have been meeting with USA airlines on a almost weekly basis to discuss the topic and a decision could come in the next few weeks, according to CBS News. One issue that had been expected to come up at the meeting was how much advance notice airlines would get to impose additional restrictions, which some airline officials say would require hiring more staff. (more...)
Trump defends right to share 'facts' with Russian Federation
- May 17, 2017
While the White House calibrated its early messaging, the Washington Post defended its reporting, accusing the White House of "playing word games" to blunt the impact of its reporting, and saying Trump's disclosures had the potential to be "reverse-engineered" to figure out sources or methods. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
While the White House calibrated its early messaging, the Washington Post defended its reporting, accusing the White House of "playing word games" to blunt the impact of its reporting, and saying Trump's disclosures had the potential to be "reverse-engineered" to figure out sources or methods. (more...)
Navy SEAL Kyle Milliken killed in Somalia operation
- May 17, 2017
The U.S. Africa Command says the service member was killed Thursday near Barii, about 40 miles west of the capital, Mogadishu . The statement said USA forces were conducting an advise-and-assist mission with Somalia's military. Milliken is the first USA serviceman to die in Somalia since 1993 , when American soldiers fought militia groups in the capital city, a story retold in a book and a film, both titled Black Hawk Down. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The U.S. Africa Command says the service member was killed Thursday near Barii, about 40 miles west of the capital, Mogadishu . The statement said USA forces were conducting an advise-and-assist mission with Somalia's military. Milliken is the first USA serviceman to die in Somalia since 1993 , when American soldiers fought militia groups in the capital city, a story retold in a book and a film, both titled Black Hawk Down. (more...)
Gunmen attack state TV station in Afghanistan
- May 17, 2017
Earlier, he said there had been three attackers. An RTA photographer said he fled the building as soon as the gunfight erupted, but some of his colleagues were still stuck inside. Elsewhere in Afghanistan, three civilians were killed in separate bomb blasts, according to officials. An explosion was heard from the vicinity after the insurgents entered the building, police said, and footage from the scene showed people running in a panic as a barrage of gunfire rang out. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Earlier, he said there had been three attackers. An RTA photographer said he fled the building as soon as the gunfight erupted, but some of his colleagues were still stuck inside. Elsewhere in Afghanistan, three civilians were killed in separate bomb blasts, according to officials. An explosion was heard from the vicinity after the insurgents entered the building, police said, and footage from the scene showed people running in a panic as a barrage of gunfire rang out. (more...)
Merrick Garland To Remain A Judge; Won't Be FBI Director
- May 17, 2017
The House has not yet come back into session for the week, but a spokesman for Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., said Monday that, "We have no way to know what was said, but protecting our nation's secrets is paramount". "I'd like to think somebody from the White House who was in the room is going to get on the phone and tell me what they said". John Barrasso, R-Wyo., left, and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., right, reacts to questions from reporters about President Donald Trump ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The House has not yet come back into session for the week, but a spokesman for Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., said Monday that, "We have no way to know what was said, but protecting our nation's secrets is paramount". "I'd like to think somebody from the White House who was in the room is going to get on the phone and tell me what they said". John Barrasso, R-Wyo., left, and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., right, reacts to questions from reporters about President Donald Trump ... (more...)
Trump, Turkish leader hail ties despite US arming of Kurds
- May 17, 2017
In parallel with Erdogan's visit to Washington and few hours before his meeting with Trump, a number of United States congressmen signed an open letter, calling on Trump to oppose the extradition of Gulen, as no legal evidence was established regarding his role in the failed coup attempt. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In parallel with Erdogan's visit to Washington and few hours before his meeting with Trump, a number of United States congressmen signed an open letter, calling on Trump to oppose the extradition of Gulen, as no legal evidence was established regarding his role in the failed coup attempt. (more...)
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