Friday, May 15, 2015

US urges reform as thousands flee Myanmar


The U.S. is urging the government of Myanmar to focus on reform as thousands of ethnic minorities, including Rohingya Muslims piling into rickety fishing vessels as they flee persecution.

After years of isolation, Myanmar's government has been increasingly engaged with the international community, although questions remain about human rights in the authoritarian regime.

With concerns rising about the flotilla of refugees, Principal Deputy White House spokesman Eric Schultz says their concerns need to be addressed.

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US says Iraqi forces fighting Islamic State in Ramadi

The U.S. says coalition forces continue to support Iraqi forces in the fight against the Islamic State in Ramadi.

According to report, Islamic State forces gained control of the main government building in Iraq's largest province, using suicide car bombs and mortars

While police in Ramadi say the Islamic State has raised its black flag over key installations, Principal Deputy White House spokesman Eric Schultz says Iraqi forces are fighting back.

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Former aide of Osama bin Laden sentenced to life in prison


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A former aide of Osama bin Laden has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 1998 bombings of US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania.


Khalid Al-Fawwaz's sentence comes three months after he was convicted on four counts of conspiracy related to the attacks that killed more than two hundred people.


New York Correspondent Liling Tan was in the Manhattan courthouse and has the details. 


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Obama pays tribute to fallen police officers following months of tensions

U.S. President Barack Obama has paid tribute to the 131 US police officers who lost their lives in 2014, at a memorial service at the US Capitol on Friday.

The president's comments follow months of tension between law enforcement and local communities across the U.S. over the treatment of African Americans at the hands of police.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Blues legend BB King dies

American blues legend BB King has passed away at the age of 89.

He began performing in the 1940s and influenced a generation of musicians.

Here's our US correspondent Rebecca Foster.

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South China Sea Tension On Agenda in US-China Talks

Tensions between the US and China over the South China Sea are likely to ratchet up a notch this weekend, as Secretary of State John Kerry arrives in Beijing for talks with senior Chinese officials.

Mr. Kerry plans to confront them over China's assertive territorial claims in the area, one of the world's most important and contested waterways, through which 5 trillion dollars worth of shipping passes every year. 

Here's our Washington correspondent Lorna Shaddick. 

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Russia to prosecute 'undesirable' NGOs and foreign organisations

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A bill to ban 'undesirable' foreign NGOs or firms has passed through a second reading at Russia's lower house of parliament, the Duma.  A party loyal to President Vladimir Putin drafted the new law.  Julia Lyubova has more…

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US committed to Nepal relief efforts despite deadly crash

The U.S. military will continue to work in Nepal, aiding in relief efforts, despite the deaths of six U.S. Marines and two Nepalese soldiers in a helicopter crash.

A U.S. military heavy lift Huey helicopter went missing while delivering rice and tents and other supplies to Nepalese villages north of Kathmandu.

U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. John Wissler promised, American forces would continue with relief efforts following the two major earthquakes.

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U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. John Wissler said the cause of the crash will be investigated, but current conditions are too dangerous for recovery efforts.

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U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. John Wissler confirmed the Huey helicopter crashed in the Himalayas.

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UK PM to consider further powers for Scotland

UK Prime Minister David Cameron says he will consider giving further powers to Scotland, after meeting with the leader of the Scottish National Party Nicola Sturgeon...

Mr Cameron has pledged to include a bill on further devolution in the Queen's Speech next week.

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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CAMERON AND STURGEON MEET FOR SCOTLAND TALKS

British Prime Minister David Cameron has agreed to look at proposals for further devolution of powers to Scotland.

He's held talks with the leader of the Scottish National Party Nicola Sturgeon after the SNP swept the board in Scotland in last week's UK election.
 
The SNP wants London to devolve even more power to Edinburgh than was agreed after Scotland voted against independence last year.

Critics of the Prime Minister say his campaigning ahead of the election was divisive and may have pushed Scotland closer to a fresh referendum on leaving the UK.

Nicola Sturgeon says devolution remains a work in progress.

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Crash site of American helicopter found in Nepal

An American helicopter with a crew of eight on board has been found after going missing in the mountains of Nepal while on a earthquake relief missing.

Nepalse Defense Secretary Ishwori Paudyal says it is unlikely anyone survived the crash.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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CHUKA PULLS OUT OF LABOUR RACE

One of the front-runners for the leadership of Britain's Labour Party has pulled out of the race - two days after officially entering it.

Chuka Umunna ((CH-OO-KER UH-MOON-ER)) says he is withdrawing from the contest due to the extra pressure a bid for leader involves.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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BB KING DIES

The so-called 'King of the Blues', BB King has died at the age of 89.

The singer and guitarist was known for hits including My Lucille, Rock Me Baby and Sweet Little Angel.

He won 15 Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame as well as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

BB King started performing in the 1940s and continued to tour until recently.

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EU to continue with plan to use military force against migrant traffickers despite UN concerns

A European Union plan to use military force to destroy the boats used by migrant traffickers in the Mediterranean is being prepared before it has received United Nations approval.

The UN has expressed concerns over the plan saying there is a risk the operations could end up laying waste to innocent fishing vessels.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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CAMERON AND STURGEON HOLD TALKS

British Prime Minister David Cameron is holding his first talks with Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon since winning the UK's general election.

Nicola Sturgeon's Scottish National Party won 56 of Scotland's 59 Westminster seats so she is calling for an even greater devolution of powers to the Scottish Parliament than has already been proposed.

Mr Cameron is promising legislation on devolving more powers from London to Edinburgh in the Queen's Speech later this month.

The SNP ultimately wants independence for Scotland, although this was rejected by Scots in a referendum last September.

Magnus Linklater of the Times newspaper says both leaders have a difficult balance to strike.

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Nato to counter Russia's 'hybrid warfare'

Nato has agreed to counter what it calls, "hybrid warfare," conducted by Russia.


It comes as three Baltic nations will ask Nato for a permanent presence in their countries.


Tom Barton reports.


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Depp Dogs face the needle if they don't leave Australia

Actor Johnny Depp's Yorkshire terriers Pistol and Boo are getting ready to jump on a private jet in a bid to save their lives.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Obama pledges more military cooperation with Gulf nations

U.S. President Barack Obama has vowed to stand by America's allies in the Persian Gulf, following a two day summit with leaders from the region.

In a wide-ranging press conference following talks at Camp David, the  president sought to reassure officials from six Gulf nations, over Iran's nuclear aspirations- promising more military training and co-operation.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Thursday, May 14, 2015

US and Gulf Nations Discuss Major Security Pact

The United States is proposing a major increase in security cooperation with the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

During a summit being held at the Camp David presidential retreat, President Obama is seeking to reassure the Gulf nations that a nuclear deal with Iran will not be a threat to them.

Ben Rhodes, Deputy National Security Advisor to President Obama, is proposing greater coordination on missile defense and maritime security...

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Hundreds of child soldiers released in Central African Republic

Armed groups have released more than 350 child soldiers in the Central African Republic.

The United Nations-brokered agreement should see thousands of children set free over the coming weeks.

Nick Harper reports from the United Nations in New York.

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