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Iran Launches Missiles into Syria targeting ISIS
- June 25, 2017
The missile operation "is just a very small part of the capability of Iran's punitive force against the terrorists and its enemies", the Islamic Students' News Agency quoted Guards spokesman Ramezan Sharif as telling state TV. It comes after Iran launched missile strikes on ISIS in retaliation for twin attacks in Tehran earlier this month. " The Saudis and Americans are especially receivers of this message ", he said. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
The missile operation "is just a very small part of the capability of Iran's punitive force against the terrorists and its enemies", the Islamic Students' News Agency quoted Guards spokesman Ramezan Sharif as telling state TV. It comes after Iran launched missile strikes on ISIS in retaliation for twin attacks in Tehran earlier this month. " The Saudis and Americans are especially receivers of this message ", he said. (more...)
White House says Donald Trump tweet meets committee's request on Comey tapes
- June 25, 2017
Asked by ABC News' Jonathan Karl why Trump played "the game" of raising the matter and waiting over a month to reveal that he did not have tapes , Huckabee Sanders said , "I don't know that it was a game". Comey has suggested that the tweet prompted him to ask an associate to release information to The New York Times . " Comey was determined to get revenge on the president by getting a special counsel appointed", he told Cooper. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Asked by ABC News' Jonathan Karl why Trump played "the game" of raising the matter and waiting over a month to reveal that he did not have tapes , Huckabee Sanders said , "I don't know that it was a game". Comey has suggested that the tweet prompted him to ask an associate to release information to The New York Times . " Comey was determined to get revenge on the president by getting a special counsel appointed", he told Cooper. (more...)
Deployment of US Missile Shield THAAD 'Mysteriously Accelerated', South Korea's President Says
- June 25, 2017
South Korea has had to pay a significant price for THAAD deployment in the form of domestic unrest and even economic sanctions from China, its largest trading partner. The late night curfew has been in place since 1968, when a group of 31 North Korean commandos infiltrated Seoul on a mission to assassinate then South Korean leader Park Chung-hee. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
South Korea has had to pay a significant price for THAAD deployment in the form of domestic unrest and even economic sanctions from China, its largest trading partner. The late night curfew has been in place since 1968, when a group of 31 North Korean commandos infiltrated Seoul on a mission to assassinate then South Korean leader Park Chung-hee. (more...)
Senate healthcare overhaul: Hopes and hurdles
- June 25, 2017
The Nevada senator joins four other Republicans in expressing opposition to the draft bill as it is now written. Sen. Dean Heller of Nevada told reporters on Friday that he will not vote for Senate Republican leadership's healthcare bill as it stands now. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
The Nevada senator joins four other Republicans in expressing opposition to the draft bill as it is now written. Sen. Dean Heller of Nevada told reporters on Friday that he will not vote for Senate Republican leadership's healthcare bill as it stands now. (more...)
Donald Trump Blames Obama For Russian Election Hacks
- June 25, 2017
And of course it is absurd to suggest that the Obama administration took no actions in the face of Russia's interference. "Why didn't they stop them?" he asked . could do to fight back, and Priestap noted that the Obama administration slapped sanctions on Russian Federation for the election hacking. "One of the candidates, as you'll recall, was predicting that the election was going to be rigged in some way". (more...)
- June 25, 2017
And of course it is absurd to suggest that the Obama administration took no actions in the face of Russia's interference. "Why didn't they stop them?" he asked . could do to fight back, and Priestap noted that the Obama administration slapped sanctions on Russian Federation for the election hacking. "One of the candidates, as you'll recall, was predicting that the election was going to be rigged in some way". (more...)
Bernie Sanders calls out Senate Republicans for secrecy surrounding health care negotiations
- June 25, 2017
John Cornyn (R-Texas) told the Associated Press that the end of July is a more reasonable deadline. It still would preserve Medicaid and the 3-to-1 federal match for poor residents' health care . Does Schumer seriously expect McConnell to accept such an invitation? "Mr. Secretary, it's very clear that you're not going to stand by your comments or by the president's". (more...)
- June 25, 2017
John Cornyn (R-Texas) told the Associated Press that the end of July is a more reasonable deadline. It still would preserve Medicaid and the 3-to-1 federal match for poor residents' health care . Does Schumer seriously expect McConnell to accept such an invitation? "Mr. Secretary, it's very clear that you're not going to stand by your comments or by the president's". (more...)
CNN Sends Courtroom Sketch Artist To Cover White House Press Briefing
- June 25, 2017
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer and the Trump administration have recently been facing large amounts of criticism, especially from CNN . The news network sent a sketch artist to record the day's event. Mr. Spicer, after initially attracting big audiences for televised briefings several times a week, has cut back; there are now fewer televised briefings with fewer questions. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer and the Trump administration have recently been facing large amounts of criticism, especially from CNN . The news network sent a sketch artist to record the day's event. Mr. Spicer, after initially attracting big audiences for televised briefings several times a week, has cut back; there are now fewer televised briefings with fewer questions. (more...)
Qatar's migrant workers on Gulf crisis front line
- June 25, 2017
Tellingly, the $ 12 billion deal was signed despite Qatar being criticized by U.S. President Donald Trump for supporting "terrorism". Qatar is facing an economic and diplomatic boycott by Saudi Arabia and its regional allies who cut ties in the worst rift among Persian Gulf Arab states in years. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Tellingly, the $ 12 billion deal was signed despite Qatar being criticized by U.S. President Donald Trump for supporting "terrorism". Qatar is facing an economic and diplomatic boycott by Saudi Arabia and its regional allies who cut ties in the worst rift among Persian Gulf Arab states in years. (more...)
Menendez Weighs in on 'Devastating' Senate Health Care Bill
- June 25, 2017
The bill would make significant changes to the Affordable Care Act , which Obama signed into law over seven years ago. Asked about the bill's impact on Medicaid insurance coverage for lower-income Iowans, Ernst said, "I wouldn't say they are losing it". (more...)
- June 25, 2017
The bill would make significant changes to the Affordable Care Act , which Obama signed into law over seven years ago. Asked about the bill's impact on Medicaid insurance coverage for lower-income Iowans, Ernst said, "I wouldn't say they are losing it". (more...)
Israeli PM meets top Trump advisor in West Jerusalem
- June 25, 2017
Saudi Arabia won't take such actions, though, unless Israel offers significant steps that allow its leaders to say they won significant concessions for the Palestinians, such as releasing prisoners, expanding construction rights in the West Bank or easing conditions in Gaza, said Joshua Teitelbaum, a senior research associate at Bar Ilan University's Begin-Sadat Centre for Strategic Studies. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Saudi Arabia won't take such actions, though, unless Israel offers significant steps that allow its leaders to say they won significant concessions for the Palestinians, such as releasing prisoners, expanding construction rights in the West Bank or easing conditions in Gaza, said Joshua Teitelbaum, a senior research associate at Bar Ilan University's Begin-Sadat Centre for Strategic Studies. (more...)
Putin Offers Comey Asylum From Political Persecution in Russian Federation
- June 25, 2017
During the question and answer session, Putin said he did not consider the USA to be an enemy of Russian Federation and claimed he wanted a "constructive dialogue" with Washington. "The experience of deploying our troops and newest weapons in combat conditions is absolutely priceless", Putin said, explaining that the Russian troops have acquired a "different quality" and some units operated very effectively. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
During the question and answer session, Putin said he did not consider the USA to be an enemy of Russian Federation and claimed he wanted a "constructive dialogue" with Washington. "The experience of deploying our troops and newest weapons in combat conditions is absolutely priceless", Putin said, explaining that the Russian troops have acquired a "different quality" and some units operated very effectively. (more...)
Oil Market Gauges Shake-Up In Saudi Royal Succession
- June 25, 2017
Appointed Deputy Crown Prince by his father, Prince Mohammed often overshadowed the then powerful Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Nayef . Saudi Arabia's Council of Senior Scholars - the highest religious body in the ultraconservative Sunni kingdom - has endorsed Prince Mohammed bin Salman's ascension as crown prince. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Appointed Deputy Crown Prince by his father, Prince Mohammed often overshadowed the then powerful Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Nayef . Saudi Arabia's Council of Senior Scholars - the highest religious body in the ultraconservative Sunni kingdom - has endorsed Prince Mohammed bin Salman's ascension as crown prince. (more...)
Palestinians dismiss IS claim of Israel policewoman killing
- June 25, 2017
The Israeli forces also raised doubts about the veracity of the Daesh claim - its first for an attack in occupied Jerusalem or inside Israel - which came with the extremists facing defeat in their Iraq and Syria bastions. Israel blames the violence on incitement by Palestinian political and religious leaders compounded by social media sites that glorify violence and encourage attacks. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
The Israeli forces also raised doubts about the veracity of the Daesh claim - its first for an attack in occupied Jerusalem or inside Israel - which came with the extremists facing defeat in their Iraq and Syria bastions. Israel blames the violence on incitement by Palestinian political and religious leaders compounded by social media sites that glorify violence and encourage attacks. (more...)
Another mistrial in case of USA officer who shot black man
- June 25, 2017
Tensing, a former University of Cincinnati police officer, fatally shot DuBose in July of 2015 after pulling him over for a missing front license plate. Prosecutors, though, have argued that Tensing had not been in serious danger and that the use of deadly force was unnecessary. This is the second time Tensing has been brought before a jury on criminal charges. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Tensing, a former University of Cincinnati police officer, fatally shot DuBose in July of 2015 after pulling him over for a missing front license plate. Prosecutors, though, have argued that Tensing had not been in serious danger and that the use of deadly force was unnecessary. This is the second time Tensing has been brought before a jury on criminal charges. (more...)
And You Thought Republicans' Health Care Bill Couldn't Get Worse
- June 25, 2017
You may not agree with me, but we can probably agree that what is happening now is embarrassing, shameful and will do harm to us. "But there are going to be lots of opportunities for Mitch McConnell next week, when this bill's on the floor, to make deals, to make amendments and to try to give senators things that they want to get their votes", says Zwillich. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
You may not agree with me, but we can probably agree that what is happening now is embarrassing, shameful and will do harm to us. "But there are going to be lots of opportunities for Mitch McConnell next week, when this bill's on the floor, to make deals, to make amendments and to try to give senators things that they want to get their votes", says Zwillich. (more...)
Kovind is supported by the majority, his victory is sure: Naidu
- June 25, 2017
BJP patriarch LK Advani, along with other senior party leaders Murli Manohar Joshi, Sushma Swaraj, Venkaiah Naidu others were also present. Though Ram Nath Kovind is likely to win the race owing to BJP's majority in parliament and state assemblies, Meira Kumar is going to give it tough time to gain a brand image among the Dalits. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
BJP patriarch LK Advani, along with other senior party leaders Murli Manohar Joshi, Sushma Swaraj, Venkaiah Naidu others were also present. Though Ram Nath Kovind is likely to win the race owing to BJP's majority in parliament and state assemblies, Meira Kumar is going to give it tough time to gain a brand image among the Dalits. (more...)
GJM seeks central intervention in Darjeeling
- June 25, 2017
Refuting the police allegations, Giri said the bows and arrows stored in the party office were for the annual archery programme of the local schools. "Nobody should resort to violence", he added. Some police personnel and GJM activists were injured in the clash, the police said. An Army official said six columns (around 250 personnel) continued to deployed in the district and the situation in Kalimpong was tense. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Refuting the police allegations, Giri said the bows and arrows stored in the party office were for the annual archery programme of the local schools. "Nobody should resort to violence", he added. Some police personnel and GJM activists were injured in the clash, the police said. An Army official said six columns (around 250 personnel) continued to deployed in the district and the situation in Kalimpong was tense. (more...)
Shiv Sena non-committal on BJP Presidential candidate
- June 25, 2017
Ram Nath Kovind has resigned from the gubernatorial post. If Sena's votes don't go into the ballot box in support of Kovind but remain neutral, the candidate's chances do not dim one whit. While it is known that a large section of the BJP is averse to the Sena, especially in light of their increased criticism by Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut and its mouthpiece Saamna, the issue did not feature in Sunday's meeting. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Ram Nath Kovind has resigned from the gubernatorial post. If Sena's votes don't go into the ballot box in support of Kovind but remain neutral, the candidate's chances do not dim one whit. While it is known that a large section of the BJP is averse to the Sena, especially in light of their increased criticism by Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut and its mouthpiece Saamna, the issue did not feature in Sunday's meeting. (more...)
Ratha Yatra 2017: Chariot pulling to start between 2.30-3.30 pm
- June 25, 2017
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief minister Naveen Patnaik, BJP president Amit Shah , Union Petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan and other dignitaries greeted the people on Lord Jagannath's annual auto festival. - Lord Jagannath's rath has 4 white horses, Shree Balabhadra's has 4 black horses and Devi Subhadra's has 4 red horses. Three new and splendid chariots are constructed to escort Lord Jagannath, his brother Lord Balbhadra and his sister Subhadra from the 78-feet-high ... (more...)
- June 25, 2017
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief minister Naveen Patnaik, BJP president Amit Shah , Union Petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan and other dignitaries greeted the people on Lord Jagannath's annual auto festival. - Lord Jagannath's rath has 4 white horses, Shree Balabhadra's has 4 black horses and Devi Subhadra's has 4 red horses. Three new and splendid chariots are constructed to escort Lord Jagannath, his brother Lord Balbhadra and his sister Subhadra from the 78-feet-high ... (more...)
US asks China to do more to rein in North Korea
- June 25, 2017
White House press secretary Sean Spicer said the United States has been very forceful in its political and economic pressure that has been applied in North Korea . Trump tweeted ahead of Wednesday's talks that Beijing's efforts to sway Pyongyang weren't working. "Countries around the world and in the UN Security Council are joining in this effort and we hope China will do their part as well", he said, referring to the new round of sanctions that went into effect at the beginning of June. (more...)
- June 25, 2017
White House press secretary Sean Spicer said the United States has been very forceful in its political and economic pressure that has been applied in North Korea . Trump tweeted ahead of Wednesday's talks that Beijing's efforts to sway Pyongyang weren't working. "Countries around the world and in the UN Security Council are joining in this effort and we hope China will do their part as well", he said, referring to the new round of sanctions that went into effect at the beginning of June. (more...)
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