Japan government hit by kickback scandal

Japan’s Prime Minister says he will work to restore trust in his government following a fundraising scandal. 

Allegations of unreported funds have hit several key members of his administration. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Japan 

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Donald Trump says he won't testify again at fraud trial

Donald Trump says he won't testify again at his fraud trial, where he's facing charges of inflating the value of his properties.

It's a change of course for the former president who earlier had planned to appear in the New York court on Monday as the trial nears its conclusion

Ira Spitzer reports.

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U.S vetoes Security Council resolution

The U.S has vetoed a resolution at the UN Security Council which
called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
It says an immediate ceasefire in Gaza would 'only plant the seeds for
the next war'.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...

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Michigan high school shooter sentenced to life with parole

The teenager who shot dead four classmates and injured seven others at
his high school in Michigan has been sentenced to life without the
chance of parole.

Ethan Crumbley told the court he was a "really bad person" ahead of
his sentencing.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Russia’s Putin announced he’ll run for president in 2024, again

Russia's long-standing ruler Vladimir Putin has announced that he will run for the fifth Presidential term next year. State-funded polls indicate he's enjoying a wide public support, while state-run media is promoting a vision of Russia's inevitable victory in its geopolitical standoff with the West. The announcement comes as Russia's war with Ukraine casts a shadow over the possible outcome of the the next year's vote. Moscow said it plans to organise elections in the recently annexed Ukrainian territories that it claims its own, but still does not fully control. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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U.S says it will not support calls for a ceasefire

The United States says it does not support calls for an immediate
ceasefire in Gaza.
Speaking at the Security Council on Friday, the US' Deputy Ambassador
to the UN, Robert Wood reiterated his country's stance that it'll
remain focussed on diplomacy geared at getting more hostages released
and more aid flowing into Gaza.
The Security Council is set to vote on Friday late afternoon on a
draft resolution tabled by the UAE, which calls for an immediate
ceasefire.
As a permanent member the US has a veto vote in the council.
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Biden campaign touts record fundraising expected in California

U.S. President Joe Biden is about to kick off a three-day mega fundraising trip in California. 

It's happening just after the Department of Justice filed new criminal charges against his son Hunter over tax evasion.

But for the President, California holds the promise of the deep-pocketed entertainment industry.

Caroline Malone reports.

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French far-right politician Marine Le Pen and her party to stand trial on embezzlement charges

Far-right French lawmaker Marine Le Pen and her party will stand trial on embezzlement charges after judges referred them to the Paris Criminal Court on Friday.

Le Pen, National Rally and 26 others are accused of embezzling public funds and collusion for using EU funds to pay staff.

Simon Gaitán, reports.

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Guterres: "The eyes of the world is watching"

United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has called on the
Security Council to spare no effort to push for an immediate
humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
Guterres was addressing the council on Friday following the letter he
sent to the council which detailed how international peace and
security is being threatened by the war between Hamas and Israel.
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EU boosts humanitarian funding for Palestine in 2024

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The European Union has announced that it would increase humanitarian aid to Palestine in 2024. The EU's executive said the funding will provide support both in Gaza and in the West Bank.

Alex Cadier reports from Brussels

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US economy adds 199,000 jobs in November

The US economy added 199,000 jobs in November, beating expectations.

The unemployment dropped to 3.7%.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UNSC vote on ceasefire in Gaza delayed

The United Nations Security Council vote on a fresh resolution calling
for a ceasefire in Gaza has been postponed to late on Friday.
The council was expected to vote on this latest resolution on Friday
morning but due to several last minute negotiations it has been pushed
back.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...

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US says Israel must protect civilians

The United States has issued some of its strongest criticism of Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza since fighting began.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said there was 'a gap' between the Israeli government's intent to protect civilians and the mounting casualties seen on the ground.

Sally Patterson has more.

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Federal prosecutors charge Hunter Biden with tax evasion

The Department of Justice has charged Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden with nine counts of tax evasion.

It's the second indictment this year for the president's son, whose legal problems continue to be a political liability for his father.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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Indian opposition leader and critic of PM Modi expelled from Indian parliament over bribery charges

An Indian politician and opposition leader, also known to be a fierce critic of Prime Minister Modi and his party, was expelled from India's lower house of the parliament on Friday.

This action comes after she was embroiled in a controversy over a bribery charge since October.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi. 

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ECOWAS COURT DISMISSES PLEA BY NIGER REPUBLIC’S MILITARY JUNTA TO LIFT REGIONAL SANCTIONS

The Court of Justice of West Africa's regional bloc, the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS has dismissed a request by the military junta in Niger Republic, calling for the lifting of sanctions by Heads of Governments in the region against them.

 

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

 

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Russia fires 19 missiles at Ukraine overnight, killing one civilian

Russian warplanes fired 19 long-range missiles at Ukraine overnight, killing one person and injuring four. Ukraine says air defense systems shot down 14 missiles.

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv

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Orbán's Stand Against Ukraine's EU Accession

Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán Viktor remains firm in opposing Ukraine's EU accession. Despite French President Emmanuel Macron's attempts to sway him during a recent dinner, Orbán remains unwavering, insisting that talks about Ukraine's EU accession should not be part of the agenda when EU leaders meet next week in Brussels.

Pablo Gutierrez Reports From Budapest.

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SUNAK LOBBIES MPs OVER RWANDA BILL

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to spend the weekend trying to convince Conservative MPs to back new legislation on the government's Rwanda migration plan.

The new bill is meant to resurrect the Government's flagship policy of sending asylum seekers to Rwanda, but has angered many on the right of his party.

Last month the plan was ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court, but Rishi Sunak insists the new legislation deals with the concerns raised by judges.

Financial Times' political editor George Parker says the Prime Minister faces a major challenge.

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Chennai continues to deal with impact of Cyclone Michaung heavy rains

Schools and colleges are closed for the fifth day on Friday in the Indian city of Chennai after a cyclone hit the southern coast.

The city has struggled to return to normal as it has suffered severe flooding.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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