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French Overseas Territories Kick Off Voting In Parliamentary Poll
- June 11, 2017
Following President Donald Trump's controversial decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement last week, Macron offered researchers, teachers, and students the opportunity to apply for a four-year grant that allows them to continue researching climate change in France . (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Following President Donald Trump's controversial decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement last week, Macron offered researchers, teachers, and students the opportunity to apply for a four-year grant that allows them to continue researching climate change in France . (more...)
UK's Labour leader Corbyn sees possible new election this year or next
- June 11, 2017
May called the vote three years early in the hope of scoring a sweeping win to strengthen her hand in the challenging Brexit talks, which are due to start in nine days' time. A local campaign manager in northern England complained that May's closest aides Nick Timothy and Fiona Hill "had never met a real person in their life" and had badly misread the electorate with the plan. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
May called the vote three years early in the hope of scoring a sweeping win to strengthen her hand in the challenging Brexit talks, which are due to start in nine days' time. A local campaign manager in northern England complained that May's closest aides Nick Timothy and Fiona Hill "had never met a real person in their life" and had badly misread the electorate with the plan. (more...)
Conservatives begin talks with DUP over alliance
- June 11, 2017
But criticism within the Tory ranks continued, focusing on the way Mrs May had worked as premier and party leader, and the influence of her inner circle. She said the Conservatives' planned deal with the DUP was "dodgy" and "unsustainable" - and Theresa May's position was "not remotely tenable" because she lacked the skills to hold together a minority government, which has to be more open and collegiate. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
But criticism within the Tory ranks continued, focusing on the way Mrs May had worked as premier and party leader, and the influence of her inner circle. She said the Conservatives' planned deal with the DUP was "dodgy" and "unsustainable" - and Theresa May's position was "not remotely tenable" because she lacked the skills to hold together a minority government, which has to be more open and collegiate. (more...)
President Trump said United Kingdom election results were 'surprising'
- June 11, 2017
She also reiterated that she would seek a reciprocal agreement early in the talks on rights of European Union and British citizens, Downing Street said. The DUP wants no extension to Northern Ireland's limitations on terminations, which restrict the procedure to when a woman's life is at risk or there is a permanent or serious risk to her mental or physical health. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
She also reiterated that she would seek a reciprocal agreement early in the talks on rights of European Union and British citizens, Downing Street said. The DUP wants no extension to Northern Ireland's limitations on terminations, which restrict the procedure to when a woman's life is at risk or there is a permanent or serious risk to her mental or physical health. (more...)
British Prime Minister Theresa May to form a minority government
- June 11, 2017
But the ballot-box humiliation has seriously - and possibly mortally - wounded her leadership just as Britain is about to begin complex exit talks with the European Union . But there were no specifics about how she would work with the ten DUP members, only that it was the loosest of arrangements. Foster announced on Friday afternoon that the party had entered discussions with the Conservatives "to explore how it may be possible to bring stability to our nation". (more...)
- June 11, 2017
But the ballot-box humiliation has seriously - and possibly mortally - wounded her leadership just as Britain is about to begin complex exit talks with the European Union . But there were no specifics about how she would work with the ten DUP members, only that it was the loosest of arrangements. Foster announced on Friday afternoon that the party had entered discussions with the Conservatives "to explore how it may be possible to bring stability to our nation". (more...)
'Your turn will come': Islamic State threatens attacks in Saudi Arabia
- June 11, 2017
A police officer stands guard as vehicles drive in front of Iran's parliament building in Tehran , Iran, Thursday, May 8, 2017. This week's attacks at parliament and the mausoleum of the Islamic Republic's founder Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini have exposed shortcomings among the Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) which was supposed to be protecting these potent symbols of Iran's revolution. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
A police officer stands guard as vehicles drive in front of Iran's parliament building in Tehran , Iran, Thursday, May 8, 2017. This week's attacks at parliament and the mausoleum of the Islamic Republic's founder Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini have exposed shortcomings among the Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) which was supposed to be protecting these potent symbols of Iran's revolution. (more...)
Thousands mourn Iran attack victims, chant 'Death to Saudi Arabia'
- June 11, 2017
First of all, the Islamic State (IS) terror group claimed responsibility and second of all, the response by the democratic world. The distrust of Iran was evident on Wednesday when shortly after the condemnation, Republicans and Democrats in the Senate acted in a procedural vote to move forward on a new set of sanctions on Tehran , including its elite Revolutionary Guards. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
First of all, the Islamic State (IS) terror group claimed responsibility and second of all, the response by the democratic world. The distrust of Iran was evident on Wednesday when shortly after the condemnation, Republicans and Democrats in the Senate acted in a procedural vote to move forward on a new set of sanctions on Tehran , including its elite Revolutionary Guards. (more...)
Severed head, headless body found in same Mississippi neighborhood
- June 11, 2017
A cause of death hasn't yet been fully determined because even if the man's head was cut off, he could've been dead prior to the severance. Both sets of remains of the burned corpse and head are identified as they belong to a black male. Vance said whoever committed the crime may have been sending a message. Police have not revealed if the homeowners, whose porch the decapitated head was left on, recognized the victim. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
A cause of death hasn't yet been fully determined because even if the man's head was cut off, he could've been dead prior to the severance. Both sets of remains of the burned corpse and head are identified as they belong to a black male. Vance said whoever committed the crime may have been sending a message. Police have not revealed if the homeowners, whose porch the decapitated head was left on, recognized the victim. (more...)
Police identifies third attacker of London attack
- June 11, 2017
He added: "We are paying a heavy cost in these attacks". About 50 others were wounded. Thomas was walking with his girlfriend over the bridge when the attack began. Police briefly closed off an area of London near Charing Cross train station after a suspicious package was found. Butt, who was born in Pakistan and moved to Britain as a child, had worked in 2015 in the office at Auriga Holdings Ltd, which manages some Kentucky Fried Chicken franchises in Britain. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
He added: "We are paying a heavy cost in these attacks". About 50 others were wounded. Thomas was walking with his girlfriend over the bridge when the attack began. Police briefly closed off an area of London near Charing Cross train station after a suspicious package was found. Butt, who was born in Pakistan and moved to Britain as a child, had worked in 2015 in the office at Auriga Holdings Ltd, which manages some Kentucky Fried Chicken franchises in Britain. (more...)
This is how Britain's election result impacts Indian foreign affairs
- June 11, 2017
May, however, insisted her party was still in pole position to lead, despite falling short by eight seats, CNN reports . An analysis of marginal seats in the United Kingdom general election has revealed exactly how many votes away Jeremy Corbyn was from becoming Prime Minister. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
May, however, insisted her party was still in pole position to lead, despite falling short by eight seats, CNN reports . An analysis of marginal seats in the United Kingdom general election has revealed exactly how many votes away Jeremy Corbyn was from becoming Prime Minister. (more...)
Will Trump Testify? Comey's Senate Hearing May Have Started A Chain Reaction
- June 11, 2017
Earlier on Friday, Trump took to Twitter to declare "total and complete vindication" in response to Comey's testimony. But he made clear his stance that Comey said nothing to the Intelligence Committee that proved Trump or his campaign associates were in cahoots with Moscow during the election or before he was sworn in, nor that Trump obstructed justice in his private talks with Comey. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Earlier on Friday, Trump took to Twitter to declare "total and complete vindication" in response to Comey's testimony. But he made clear his stance that Comey said nothing to the Intelligence Committee that proved Trump or his campaign associates were in cahoots with Moscow during the election or before he was sworn in, nor that Trump obstructed justice in his private talks with Comey. (more...)
United Kingdom leader May strikes tentative deal with N Ireland party
- June 11, 2017
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said he could still be prime minister, although his party has no obvious way to build a majority coalition. They formed part of May's inner circle and were blamed by many Conservatives for the party's lackluster campaign and unpopular election platform, which alienated older voters with its plan to take away a winter fuel allowance and make them pay more for long-term care. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said he could still be prime minister, although his party has no obvious way to build a majority coalition. They formed part of May's inner circle and were blamed by many Conservatives for the party's lackluster campaign and unpopular election platform, which alienated older voters with its plan to take away a winter fuel allowance and make them pay more for long-term care. (more...)
Theresa May's Chiefs of Staff Resign After Election Results
- June 11, 2017
It was being predicted , that May could win a 180-seat majority, something that would have made her position unassailable, and rendered any opposition to her policies futile. "May sought a mandate". "May's departure from Downing St.is remorseless". May and her team of ministers retain full legal powers and will continue heading the government, until a new one is sworn in. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
It was being predicted , that May could win a 180-seat majority, something that would have made her position unassailable, and rendered any opposition to her policies futile. "May sought a mandate". "May's departure from Downing St.is remorseless". May and her team of ministers retain full legal powers and will continue heading the government, until a new one is sworn in. (more...)
'We have looked at Qatar with great fear'
- June 11, 2017
Today, Tehran is reportedly granting Doha access to its ports to import foodstuffs and help it endure the blockade, and is also providing Qatar use of its airspace to allow its national airliners to circumvent the newly forbidden airspaces of its neighbours. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Today, Tehran is reportedly granting Doha access to its ports to import foodstuffs and help it endure the blockade, and is also providing Qatar use of its airspace to allow its national airliners to circumvent the newly forbidden airspaces of its neighbours. (more...)
DUP leader Arlene Foster to hold talks at No10 with Theresa May
- June 11, 2017
The Conservative party lost its majority in the House of Commons after a Labour vote surge saw it take seats from the Tories across the country (but particularly in the capital), leaving May reliant on the DUP to pass a Queen's Speech, one of the central acts of government. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
The Conservative party lost its majority in the House of Commons after a Labour vote surge saw it take seats from the Tories across the country (but particularly in the capital), leaving May reliant on the DUP to pass a Queen's Speech, one of the central acts of government. (more...)
Emmanuel Macron Confirms Third French Victim In London Terror Attack
- June 11, 2017
The other two French victims were named as waiter Alexandre Pigeard (27) and chef Sebastien Belanger (36). In the footage , which was confirmed to be legitimate by the Metropolitan Police Service, a man can be seen fleeing one of the terrorists, who is swinging a knife at him. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
The other two French victims were named as waiter Alexandre Pigeard (27) and chef Sebastien Belanger (36). In the footage , which was confirmed to be legitimate by the Metropolitan Police Service, a man can be seen fleeing one of the terrorists, who is swinging a knife at him. (more...)
Images of fake explosive belts worn by London attackers released
- June 11, 2017
Officers have so far spoken to 262 people from 19 different countries in relation the June 3rd attacks that killed eight people. Butt had been on bail after being arrested for fraud in a case in October, police said. Two British counterterrorism sources told CNN that the arrest was part of an effort by British police and the MI5 intelligence agency to take known Islamist extremists off the streets by going after them for crimes unrelated to terrorism . (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Officers have so far spoken to 262 people from 19 different countries in relation the June 3rd attacks that killed eight people. Butt had been on bail after being arrested for fraud in a case in October, police said. Two British counterterrorism sources told CNN that the arrest was part of an effort by British police and the MI5 intelligence agency to take known Islamist extremists off the streets by going after them for crimes unrelated to terrorism . (more...)
UK's May seals deal to prop up government, but loses key aides
- June 11, 2017
The Tories needed 326 seats to win but fell short by eight. May's Downing Street office had announced on Saturday that the "principles of an outline agreement" with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party ( DUP ) had been agreed, only for the DUP itself to cast doubt on that account hours later. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
The Tories needed 326 seats to win but fell short by eight. May's Downing Street office had announced on Saturday that the "principles of an outline agreement" with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party ( DUP ) had been agreed, only for the DUP itself to cast doubt on that account hours later. (more...)
Trump dodges tapes question, denies seeking Comey 'loyalty'
- June 11, 2017
Trump said Friday that he'd be willing to testify under oath "one hundred percent". Here's how this works in the case of Comey . At the press conference on Friday-on a bright June afternoon-Trump stood podium to podium with President Klaus Iohannis, of Romania, a muscular former physics teacher from Transylvania. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
Trump said Friday that he'd be willing to testify under oath "one hundred percent". Here's how this works in the case of Comey . At the press conference on Friday-on a bright June afternoon-Trump stood podium to podium with President Klaus Iohannis, of Romania, a muscular former physics teacher from Transylvania. (more...)
United States soldiers killed and 1 wounded by Afghan commando in Achin
- June 11, 2017
So-called "green-on-blue" attacks - when Afghan soldiers or police turn their guns on global troops - have been a major problem during NATO's long years fighting alongside Afghan forces. Reuters reports that shortly before Saturday's attack, at least three members of the Afghan security forces were killed by us aircraft during an overnight raid in Helmand. (more...)
- June 11, 2017
So-called "green-on-blue" attacks - when Afghan soldiers or police turn their guns on global troops - have been a major problem during NATO's long years fighting alongside Afghan forces. Reuters reports that shortly before Saturday's attack, at least three members of the Afghan security forces were killed by us aircraft during an overnight raid in Helmand. (more...)
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