The S&P and Nasdaq closed lower on Monday as investors continue to
watch the fallout from the conflict in Ukraine.
An upcoming decision on interest rates by the Federal Reserve is also
having an impact on trading.
Sarah Walton reports
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Monday, March 14, 2022
OSCE warns accuses Russia of 'state terrorism' in Ukraine
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe has told the
United Nations Security Council that Russia is carrying out state
terrorism in Ukraine.
The UN Secretary General has also warned that the conflict is
damaging the global economy.
Sarah Walton reports
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United Nations Security Council that Russia is carrying out state
terrorism in Ukraine.
The UN Secretary General has also warned that the conflict is
damaging the global economy.
Sarah Walton reports
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Julian Assange denied permission to appeal US extradition
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been denied permission to appeal against his extradition to the US by the UK's Supreme Court.
In December last year, the high court made the decision to grant his extradition to the US where he could face up to 175 years in prison if found guilty.
Chris Jones has the latest.
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Oil dips below $100 a barrel
The price of oil tumbled more than 8% on Monday, as investors weigh signals from Russia that it may be open to serious negotiations over Ukraine.
A surge in COVID-19 cases in China has also spooked the markets.
Toni Waterman has more from Texas.
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A surge in COVID-19 cases in China has also spooked the markets.
Toni Waterman has more from Texas.
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Zelensky to address US Congress on Wednesday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address US lawmakers on Wednesday.
Democratic leaders announced the news of his virtual speech as
Congress looks for more ways to help Ukraine.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Democratic leaders announced the news of his virtual speech as
Congress looks for more ways to help Ukraine.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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GERMANY TO BUY AMERICAN F-35 FIGHTER JETS: REPORTS
The German Government is reportedly preparing to place an order for American-made fighter jets as part of its promise to bolster its military following Russia's attack on Ukraine.
Under the proposed plans, stealth jets will be acquired to replace an aging fleet of aircraft that date back to the 1980s.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin
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Netherlands and Australia launch new legal action against Russia over MH17
The Netherlands and Australia have initiated joint legal action against Russia through the International Civil Aviation Organisation over the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014.
The aircraft was hit while flying over rebel-held Eastern Ukraine by what a team of international investigators say was a Russian-made missile.
Moscow denies involvement in the 2014 disaster, which killed all those on board.
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NO CAP ON REFUGEES ALLOWED TO STAY WITH UK HOST FAMILIES
The UK government has confirmed there will be no cap on the number of Ukrainian refugees who may live with UK host families. Details of the new 'Homes for Refugees' scheme will be delivered later. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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3k Ukrainians now granted visas to live in the UK
UK families are being asked by the government to consider opening their homes up to Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.
Health secretary Sajid Javid says at least 3k Ukrainians have now been granted visas to live in the UK.
He says he has considered hosting a family himself.
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NIGERIA SEIZES THREE MILLION OPIOID CAPSULES
Nigeria's Drug Law enforcement agency says it has seized three million opioids.
Officials of the agency say the seizure followed a similar operation in which eight thousand six hundred and thirteen kilograms of cannabis smuggled in from Ghana was intercepted.
Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.
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Ukraine and Russian officials hold another round of negations
Officials from Ukraine and Russia have met virtually for a fourth
round of negotiations.
Meanwhile Ukraine's Foreign Minister has appealed on Western allies to
provide greater support.
William Denselow reports from the Polish border.
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round of negotiations.
Meanwhile Ukraine's Foreign Minister has appealed on Western allies to
provide greater support.
William Denselow reports from the Polish border.
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President Samia Hassan directs ministry to prepare regulations for political rallies
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the Minister of Constitution and Legal Affairs, George Simbachawene to collaborate with two legal stakeholders in the preparation of regulations that will govern political rallies.
Daniel Kijo reports
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EASTERN DRC MASSACRE
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Russia seeks to export more oil to India
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Russia is urging India to invest in its sanction hit oil and gas sector as Moscow faces its deepest crisis since the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Analysts say India could buy oil at much cheaper rates right now.
That could ease some of the inflationary pressure on the Indian economy, as Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.
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Japan Prime Minister calls for UN Security Council reform
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has called for the reform of the UN Security Council in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
He said that the veto rights of Security Council members should be restricted as much as possible, and that Japan would work with other countries towards that goal.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
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China places millions under lockdown amid spike in COVID-19 cases
China has placed its southern tech hub Shenzhen under COVID-19 lockdown, amid concerns an outbreak in Hong Kong is spreading across the border. The move follows further lockdowns and mass testing in other Chinese cities as cases spike across the country.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Russia asked China for military help in Ukraine say media reports citing US officials
Russia has asked China for military assistance in Ukraine according to media reports citing US officials.
This comes as US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan prepares to meet China's top diplomat in Rome.
Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.
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This comes as US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan prepares to meet China's top diplomat in Rome.
Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.
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Sunday, March 13, 2022
EU "concerned" about use of death penalty in Saudi Arabia following mass executions
The European Union has criticized the latest mass executions in Saudi Arabia, saying they represent a worrying increase in the use of the death penalty in the country.
This comes after Saudi Arabia executed 81 people in a single day on Saturday.
Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels.
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Saturday, March 12, 2022
Leaders of France and Germany hold phone call with President Putin
The leaders of France and Germany called on Russian President Vladmir Putin to agree to an immediate ceasefire during a phone call on Saturday.
President Macron and Chancellor Scholz also spoke with their Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky.
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Friday, March 11, 2022
White House briefs 30 TikTok influencers about Ukraine
The White House has held a briefing with 30 TikTok stars about what is happening in Ukraine.
The social media platform has become an important medium to help shape public opinion about the Russian invasion.
Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco.
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