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North Korea says new missile ready for mass production
- May 24, 2017
The Korea Central News Agency said the test verified technical aspects of the weapon system and examined its "adaptability under various battle conditions" before it is deployed to military units. The Council warned that if North Korea continued to defy the United Nations resolutions prohibiting its ballistic missile launches and nuclear development activities, it would "take further significant measures, including sanctions, in line with the Council's previously expressed determination". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The Korea Central News Agency said the test verified technical aspects of the weapon system and examined its "adaptability under various battle conditions" before it is deployed to military units. The Council warned that if North Korea continued to defy the United Nations resolutions prohibiting its ballistic missile launches and nuclear development activities, it would "take further significant measures, including sanctions, in line with the Council's previously expressed determination". (more...)
Jadhav's case should not be politicised: NA Speaker
- May 24, 2017
According to Radio Pakistan, Aziz maintained that the ICJ did not order Pakistan to provide consular access to Jadhav, but has merely put forward an opinion. The next day, the global court gave Jadhav a lease of life and stayed the death sentence as a provisional measure. India and Pakistan routinely accuse one another of sending spies into their countries, and it is not uncommon for either nation to expel diplomats accused of espionage, particularly at times of high tension. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
According to Radio Pakistan, Aziz maintained that the ICJ did not order Pakistan to provide consular access to Jadhav, but has merely put forward an opinion. The next day, the global court gave Jadhav a lease of life and stayed the death sentence as a provisional measure. India and Pakistan routinely accuse one another of sending spies into their countries, and it is not uncommon for either nation to expel diplomats accused of espionage, particularly at times of high tension. (more...)
Rouhani wins Iran's presidential election
- May 24, 2017
According to Iran's Interior Ministry as reported by Press TV , Rouhani won about 57% of the vote with more than 23.5 million votes against his main challenger Ebrahim Raisi's 15.7 million. Rouhani, the favorite, was seeking a second four-year term that would underscore public support for his economic reform measures and efforts to improve ties with Western countries. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
According to Iran's Interior Ministry as reported by Press TV , Rouhani won about 57% of the vote with more than 23.5 million votes against his main challenger Ebrahim Raisi's 15.7 million. Rouhani, the favorite, was seeking a second four-year term that would underscore public support for his economic reform measures and efforts to improve ties with Western countries. (more...)
Trump, Family to Stay in 'Armored Suite' at Hotel in Israel
- May 24, 2017
Like presidents before him, Trump expressed his support for Israel while in campaign mode and said the embassy should be moved to "the eternal capital for the Jewish people, Jerusalem ". To the contrary, Trump earlier this month - during a White House meeting with Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas - appeared to double down on his pledge when he said in reference to a peace deal: "We will get done". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Like presidents before him, Trump expressed his support for Israel while in campaign mode and said the embassy should be moved to "the eternal capital for the Jewish people, Jerusalem ". To the contrary, Trump earlier this month - during a White House meeting with Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas - appeared to double down on his pledge when he said in reference to a peace deal: "We will get done". (more...)
Saudi Foreign Minister: Trump Trip Was 'Phenomenal'
- May 23, 2017
For decades, America pursued the path that Trump seems to favor in the Middle East - stability and security cooperation, at the expense of democracy. "Unfortunately, under the hostile and aggressive policies of the American statesmen, we are witnessing a renewed strengthening of terrorist groups in the region and miscalculation of the dictatorships which support these groups", said Qassemi. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
For decades, America pursued the path that Trump seems to favor in the Middle East - stability and security cooperation, at the expense of democracy. "Unfortunately, under the hostile and aggressive policies of the American statesmen, we are witnessing a renewed strengthening of terrorist groups in the region and miscalculation of the dictatorships which support these groups", said Qassemi. (more...)
DOJ: No ethics conflict for special counsel in Russian Federation probe
- May 23, 2017
General Michael Flynn (ret) President Trumps former National Security Adviser, has refused to testify before House Intelligence Committee making it known that he will invoke the 5th Amendment rather than comply with a subpoena, essentially shutting down the Congregational investigations into the Russian Federation matter. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
General Michael Flynn (ret) President Trumps former National Security Adviser, has refused to testify before House Intelligence Committee making it known that he will invoke the 5th Amendment rather than comply with a subpoena, essentially shutting down the Congregational investigations into the Russian Federation matter. (more...)
UN Calls Emergency Meeting Over North Korea Missile Testing
- May 23, 2017
Conference on Disarmament on Tuesday. The 15-member council, based in NY, said it will continue to "closely monitor the situation and take further significant measures including sanctions", as it has previously expressed, until the North ceases all nuclear and missile tests. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Conference on Disarmament on Tuesday. The 15-member council, based in NY, said it will continue to "closely monitor the situation and take further significant measures including sanctions", as it has previously expressed, until the North ceases all nuclear and missile tests. (more...)
House Intelligence Hearing With John Brennan
- May 23, 2017
But Brennan also said that he was "worried" by the contacts between the Trump campaign members and Russian because Russia has a long history of attempting to recruit Americans to work for Russia "wittingly or unwittingly". He added that he was concerned about Russia's efforts to recruit USA persons. The former Central Intelligence Agency chief said his meeting with Bortnikov was primarily focused on Syria, but that he also told the Russian official that Moscow's continued mistreatment of ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
But Brennan also said that he was "worried" by the contacts between the Trump campaign members and Russian because Russia has a long history of attempting to recruit Americans to work for Russia "wittingly or unwittingly". He added that he was concerned about Russia's efforts to recruit USA persons. The former Central Intelligence Agency chief said his meeting with Bortnikov was primarily focused on Syria, but that he also told the Russian official that Moscow's continued mistreatment of ... (more...)
Assemblyman to host town hall meeting in Rome on health care proposal
- May 23, 2017
While Congressman Newhouse did not vote, he did release a statement stating that he supported the bill. This meeting will give people the chance to express their opinions and concerns about this very important topic. "As both a health-care professional and a former agency head", she said, "I was genuinely shocked to see the House develop, debate and pass legislation upending our health-care system without holding a single hearing to hear from these groups about their bill". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
While Congressman Newhouse did not vote, he did release a statement stating that he supported the bill. This meeting will give people the chance to express their opinions and concerns about this very important topic. "As both a health-care professional and a former agency head", she said, "I was genuinely shocked to see the House develop, debate and pass legislation upending our health-care system without holding a single hearing to hear from these groups about their bill". (more...)
Former FBI director Comey to testify publicly
- May 23, 2017
The last two weeks have seen a torrent of news that reflects negatively on the White House , including reports that Trump divulged highly classified information to two top Russian officials during a meeting in the Oval Office. The White House has struggled since Comeys firing to explain the chain of events that led to it and the Justice Departments involvement in that decision. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The last two weeks have seen a torrent of news that reflects negatively on the White House , including reports that Trump divulged highly classified information to two top Russian officials during a meeting in the Oval Office. The White House has struggled since Comeys firing to explain the chain of events that led to it and the Justice Departments involvement in that decision. (more...)
UK's May says police believe they know identity of Manchester attacker
- May 23, 2017
I've played Manchester arena many times with the boys and it's so insane to think this can happen". In the wake of the atrocity, carried out by a lone male attacker, Ariana Grande fans known affectionately as "Arianators" - have created a symbol to pay tribute to those caught up in the terror attack. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
I've played Manchester arena many times with the boys and it's so insane to think this can happen". In the wake of the atrocity, carried out by a lone male attacker, Ariana Grande fans known affectionately as "Arianators" - have created a symbol to pay tribute to those caught up in the terror attack. (more...)
WHO assembly set to choose next chief among 3 candidates
- May 23, 2017
During her speech to the representatives of WHO's 194 member states, Chan said the world was fortunate other new diseases like Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome and bird flu are not spreading easily between people, but they have the potential to do so. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
During her speech to the representatives of WHO's 194 member states, Chan said the world was fortunate other new diseases like Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome and bird flu are not spreading easily between people, but they have the potential to do so. (more...)
Flynn May Have Lied During Security Clearance Renewal, Says Cummings
- May 23, 2017
In March, Flynn offered to testify to the House and Senate Intelligence committees in return for immunity - a proposal that has drawn no support from Congress. Representatives for the Senate committee's Republican chairman, Richard Burr of North Carolina, and ranking Democrat, Mark Warner of Virginia, didn't immediately respond to calls and emails inquiring about the committee's next steps. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
In March, Flynn offered to testify to the House and Senate Intelligence committees in return for immunity - a proposal that has drawn no support from Congress. Representatives for the Senate committee's Republican chairman, Richard Burr of North Carolina, and ranking Democrat, Mark Warner of Virginia, didn't immediately respond to calls and emails inquiring about the committee's next steps. (more...)
Israelis and Palestinians are ready 'to reach for peace'
- May 23, 2017
The attack came as US President Donald Trump was on a visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories as part of his maiden foreign tour. Iran's newly re-elected president Hassan Rouhani responded to Mr Trump's comments by saying it was actually his country and its allies that have stood up to terrorists in the Middle East . (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The attack came as US President Donald Trump was on a visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories as part of his maiden foreign tour. Iran's newly re-elected president Hassan Rouhani responded to Mr Trump's comments by saying it was actually his country and its allies that have stood up to terrorists in the Middle East . (more...)
Tierney looks to Scotland clash
- May 23, 2017
He has scored only once since joining from Nottingham Forest in August. Strachan knows England are running away with the group, but reckons Gareth Southgate's side will still be switched on for the Hampden visit. The uncapped Jamie Murphy is also back in Gordon Strachan's group after helping Brighton win promotion to the Premier League . "I thought he was terrific in a terrific game of football". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
He has scored only once since joining from Nottingham Forest in August. Strachan knows England are running away with the group, but reckons Gareth Southgate's side will still be switched on for the Hampden visit. The uncapped Jamie Murphy is also back in Gordon Strachan's group after helping Brighton win promotion to the Premier League . "I thought he was terrific in a terrific game of football". (more...)
Congressional panels pledge full probe into Comey firing
- May 23, 2017
It's unclear if Coats wrote a similar memo, but NBC News reports that the two officials "also exchanged notes about their conversations with the president". The Post followed up with a scoop of its own: The federal investigation into Russian Federation included a focus on a senior White House official. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
It's unclear if Coats wrote a similar memo, but NBC News reports that the two officials "also exchanged notes about their conversations with the president". The Post followed up with a scoop of its own: The federal investigation into Russian Federation included a focus on a senior White House official. (more...)
James Comey reportedly believes Trump was trying to influence him
- May 23, 2017
Hours earlier, on Twitter, Trump more colorfully called Rosenstein's appointment of Mueller as special counsel "the single greatest witch hunt of a politician in American history!" Separately, the New York Times reported on Friday that Mr Trump told Russian officials at a White House meeting last week that firing Mr Comey relieved "great pressure" that the president was facing from the ongoing probe into Russia and the election. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Hours earlier, on Twitter, Trump more colorfully called Rosenstein's appointment of Mueller as special counsel "the single greatest witch hunt of a politician in American history!" Separately, the New York Times reported on Friday that Mr Trump told Russian officials at a White House meeting last week that firing Mr Comey relieved "great pressure" that the president was facing from the ongoing probe into Russia and the election. (more...)
Several dead at Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, UK after explosion
- May 23, 2017
The concert was attended by thousands of young music fans in northern England. Police said a suicide bomber set off an IED at the end of the concert. Others showed bodies laying bloodied on the floor of the arena. No further information was released about the activity. They're also seeking any dashcam video recordings that drivers might have from 8 to 11 Monday night. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The concert was attended by thousands of young music fans in northern England. Police said a suicide bomber set off an IED at the end of the concert. Others showed bodies laying bloodied on the floor of the arena. No further information was released about the activity. They're also seeking any dashcam video recordings that drivers might have from 8 to 11 Monday night. (more...)
Ariana Grande 'broken' after blast outside her show in Manchester kills 22
- May 23, 2017
All political parties will suspend campaigning ahead of next month's General Election for what will be a period of national mourning. Numerous concert-goers were groups of young people, United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May said. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
All political parties will suspend campaigning ahead of next month's General Election for what will be a period of national mourning. Numerous concert-goers were groups of young people, United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May said. (more...)
'Rare opportunity' to achieve peace in Middle East
- May 23, 2017
He said he hoped his meeting with Mr Abbas, in Bethlehem , could be "useful and fruitful". In Monday's public appearance of Trump with Netanyahu, the Israeli leader showed no signs he was upset about Trump's disclosure of intelligence. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
He said he hoped his meeting with Mr Abbas, in Bethlehem , could be "useful and fruitful". In Monday's public appearance of Trump with Netanyahu, the Israeli leader showed no signs he was upset about Trump's disclosure of intelligence. (more...)
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