Thursday, January 9, 2020

US ready for “serious negotiations” with Iran

The United States has told the United Nations it is ready for "serious
negotiations" with Iran.

It comes as both the US and Iran justified their military action
during the last week as acts of self defense.

Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.

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South African Plane Crash

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A South African military plane crash-landed at an airport in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo with 59 UN peacekeepers onboard.

The Spokesperson of the UN Peacekeeping Mission says no one was injured. Aviation experts are trying to establish the cause of the crash. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Weinstein lawyers call for judge to step down

Lawyers representing Harvey Weinstein in his rape case have called the
judge biased and urge him to step down.

This comes after the judge threatened to jail the movie mogul for
using his cellphone in court.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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U.S. Congressional Report Calls for Sanctions on China Before Signing of Phase-One Trade Deal

As chief negotiators get set to sign a phase-one trade deal in Washington next week,  a new congressional report is urging U.S. officials to keep rights concerns in mind. Authors of the annual report are calling for sanctions on China… as findings reveal that human rights conditions there have worsened.  


Jillian Wolf reports. 


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Mass demonstration planned as nationwide strike hits France

A nationwide strike is under way in France with transport particularly affected across the country.

The walkout comes on what is now the 36th day of a rolling transport strike over pension reforms.

Ross Cullen has more from Paris, where a mass demonstration is planned.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to step down as senior members of Royal family

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, have decided to step down as senior members of the UK Royal family, whilst pledging to continue supporting Her Majesty The Queen. 


The Royals are said to be "hurt" and "disappointed" by the announcement. It's thought that Buckingham Palace was not consulted before the unexpected statement was released on Wednesday evening (GMT). 


Benji Hyer reports from London. 


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US OFFERS IRAN TALKS

The US says it would take part in 'serious negotiations' with Iran 'without preconditions' to try and safeguard international peace.

The offer's been made in a letter to the United Nations, but Iran says it's 'unbelievable' for the US to make such an offer after last week's air strike on the country's top military commander.

The killing of General Qasem Soleimani in Iraq is justified by the US in its letter to the UN as an act of self-defense.

UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab's been holding talks with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Washington.

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ROYAL FAMILY 'HURT' BY HARRY AND MEGHAN ANNOUNCEMENT

Britain's Royal Family is understood to be 'hurt' and 'disappointed' the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced they'll stand down as senior royal.

Harry and Meghan say they'll also be changing the way they deal with the media because of concerns about reporting about them.

Reporter Rachel Venables is at Buckingham Palace.

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Day of mourning in Ukraine following tragic plane crash in Iran

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky declared a day of national mourning on Thursday honouring the 176 victims of the plane crash in Iran on January 8. According to Iran's preliminary report the crew of the jetliner were trying to return to the airport shortly after take off and never made a radio call for help. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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India restricts import of palm oil from Malaysia

India has officially imposed a restriction on the import of refined palm oil. Experts say this restriction will hit Malaysia hard, since the country is India's main supplier.

This move comes after Malaysia's Prime Minister Mohammad Mahathir criticised India's government for revoking Kashmir's special status six months ago and also recently for allegedly targeting Muslims through a new controversial citizenship law.

Neha Poonia reports.

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Thailand quartentees fifth arrival from China


In the last month at least 59 people in Wuhan have been diagnosed with a mysterious infection which is believed to have originated in a seafood market in the city, according to Chinese Officials. 

Daniel Quinlan Reports

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Diplomats from 17 countries visit Kashmir to assess situation

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Diplomats from seventeen countries are visiting Kashmir for two days.
They are expected to independently assess the situation Kashmir, which the government claims, is normal.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi

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Democrat lawmakers plan vote to curb Trump's war powers on Iran

Democrats lawmakers in the US House of Representatives are moving ahead with a planned vote Thursday that would curb President Trump's war powers against Iran.

The move comes after members of congress were briefed Wednesday by top Trump administration officials over the justification for the recent lethal strike against Iran's top military commander, General Qasem Soleimani

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020

HARRY & MEGHAN "STEP BACK AS SENIOR ROYALS"

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced they are "stepping back" as senior members of the royal family in the UK. 

In a statement released by Buckingham Palace and shared on the couple's instagram page, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex revealed they now plan to split their time between the UK and North America. 

London correspondent Holly Hudson has more. 


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Prince Harry and Meghan to Divide Time between UK and North America

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex say they are stepping back from the royal family. 
Prince Harry and Meghan say they plan to divide their time between the UK and North America. 
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more. 


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European Commission President sends Brexit deadline warning to UK

It will not be possible to sort out every aspect of Britain's future relationship with the EU before the current deadline, according to the President of the European Commission.


Ursula von der Leyen warns that both sides will have to "prioritise" which elements are negotiated before December 2020. That marks the end of the transition period during which the UK and EU will try to strike a free trade deal. 


Benji Hyer reports from London. 


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U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran "appears to be standing down" after missile strikes


U.S. President Donald Trump is bringing in additional sanctions on the Iranian economy.

However, during a speech at the White House, he also moved to de-escalate tensions with Iran after its strikes on military bases hosting U.S. troops in Iraq.

Our Washington correspondent Toni Waterman has more

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Carlos Ghosn slams 'rigged' Japanese justice system

Carlos Ghosn blasted Nissan and the Japanese justice system in his first public remarks since his daring escape from Japan last week. The ex-Nissan chief called his detention a 'travesty against his human rights' and outlined what he believes was a coordinated effort to bring him down. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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UN reiterates calls for peace in the Gulf

The United Nations Secretary-General has reiterated calls for
restraint and de-escalation following an Iranian attack on military
bases housing US troops in Iraq.

António Guterres says every effort must be made to avoid a war in the Gulf.

Sarah Walton reports from New York

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Researchers Credit Advanced Treatment as reason for Steepest Decline in U.S. Cancer Related Deaths



New numbers on the death rate among cancer patients in the U.S. show the steepest ever one-year decline.  Researchers say the advancement of lung-tumor treatments could be the cause.  

Jillian Wolf reports from New York. 

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