Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Jury to rule in Nemstov murder case

A jury is expected to deliver its verdict in the trial over the murder of the Russian opposition leader Boris Nemstov shot dead nearby the Kremlin in February 2015. Five Chechnyan nationals are charged in connection with Nemtov's murder. The politician's family fear that whoever ordered the killing will never be found. Our correspondent Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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DUP deal raises hackles with party under pressure to resume power sharing in Northern Ireland

Political opposition leaders in the UK have described the Conservatives's deal with Northern Ireland's DUP party as shabby and reckless.  

 Labour is warning it will undermine trust in the UK government over Northern Ireland which is under pressure to restore the power-sharing executive in the region.     From London, Catherine Drew reports. 


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US clears $2 billion sale of unarmed drones to India

India will purchase 22 unarmed drones from the United States. The announcement was made in a joint statement issued after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met for the first time.

The predator Guardian drones will boost the Indian Navy's intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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China accuses Indian guards of crossing into its territory

China is accusing Indian guards of crossing the border in the state of Sikkim into Chinese territory.

This is the latest incident in tense relations between the two countries over border issues.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports

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White House threatens Syria over 'potential' chemical attack

The White House has issued a strong warning to the Syrian government after it says it identified potential preparations for another chemical weapons attack.

A statement said the activities were similar to those made before a suspected chemical weapons attack in April.

Harry Horton reports from Washington.

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President Trump Greets India's PM Modi At White House

US President Donald Trump says the relationship between the US and
India 'has never been stronger,' following talks with India's Prime
Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders met for the first time in
Washington on Monday, where both sides vowed to enhance the
relationship between the world's largest democracies.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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Monday, June 26, 2017

Global challenges top Modi-Trump meeting

Global challenges topped the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The two men only made statements, refusing to take reporters questions.

For U.S. President Donald Trump, the top concern was North Korea.

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For Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the top concern was neighboring Afghanistan.

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The U.S. holds a trade deficit with India, something President Trump wants to change.

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American defense contractors are set to sell drones, and also huge C-17 transport planes to the Indian military, as highlighted by Prime Minister Modi.

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Criticism of Senate health legislation increases

22 million Americans will lose access to health insurance with the health care legislation under consideration by the U.S. Senate, according to the bi-partisan Congressional Budget Office. 

The leading doctor's organization has also condemned the legislation as it currently stands.

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

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SpaceX completes two landmark satellite launches

The US aerospace company SpaceX has successfully carried out two launches of unmanned satellites .

The back-to-back launches are being described as a new milestone in SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's quest to make space missions more efficient and more affordable.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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Soviet dictator Stalin tops list of most popular public figures - Russian poll

Soviet dictator Josef Stalin was named as the world's most outstanding public figure by Russians, an independent poll in Russia revealed. The country's President Vladimir Putin came second, sharing the spot with the 19th century Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. Our correspondent Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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Reuters: US warship which lost 7 crew in collision did not respond to warnings

A US warship which collided with a container vessel killing seven of its crew, failed to respond to warning signals, according to an account by the cargo ship's captain.

The Reuters news agency who reported this has not been able to independently verify it.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Trump Calls Reinstated Travel Ban a "Victory" for National Security

President Donald Trump is hailing the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to lift an injunction on his travel ban as a 'clear victory for our national security".

The justices have added some major exceptions to that ban and are now scheduled to hear the case in October.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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Former pharmaceutical co. CEO Martin Shkreli faces fraud trial

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Former pharmaceutical company CEO Martin Shkreli is facing trial for
lying to investors in his hedge fund and paying them off with millions
of dollars in cash from the company Retrophin Inc.

The so-called "pharma bro" raised the price of a generic drug by 5000
percent sparking major controversy 2 years ago.

Our US correspondent Laura Cantekin reports from New York.

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Airbag maker Takata files for bankruptcy

Airbag maker Takata has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United
States and Japan.

This comes as the company faces billions of dollars in liabilities
after its defective airbag inflators were linked to the deaths of at
least 17 people.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US Supreme Court Lifts Block on Trump's Travel Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has lifted an injunction on President Trump's travel ban, pending hearing the case in October. 

But those with existing strong family ties or with formal links to organizations will be allowed in.

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Iraqi forces aim to end Mosul ISIS battle

The Iraqi government says the offensive to remove Islamic State
fighters from Mosul is entering its final stage.

The US-led coalition has been providing air and ground support during
the eight-month campaign.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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MAY SETS OUT DETAIL ON EU CITIZENS' RIGHTS

EU nationals living in Britain will need to apply for a 'settled status' ID card after Brexit.

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has been setting out more detail on her proposals on EU citizens' rights as Britain prepares to leave the bloc.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Pres. Trump demands apology for Russia investigation

U.S. President Donald Trump, in a flurry of posts on social media, is demanding an apology for the investigations into possible collusion with Russia during election 2016.

In an extensive report in the Washington Post, the newspaper laid out how Russian President Vladimir Putin personally directed interference in the 2016 American elections.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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