Wednesday, February 5, 2025

UK FOREIGN MINISTER IN KYIV TRYING TO STRENGHTHEN UKRAINE'S POSITION

UK Foreign Minister David Lammy is in Kyiv to try to put Ukraine "in the strongest possible position" ahead of any potential talks to end the war with Russia.

London's also providing new funding for agriculture, energy, and social services.

Stuart Smith has more from Kyiv.

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EU tightens customs rules on cheap e-commerce brands

The European Union is tightening regulations on cheap goods sold by
e-commerce sites including Shein and Temu.

The bloc has announced its increasing custom checks in an effort to
boost product safety and address competition concerns.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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POLICE INVESTIGATE MOTIVE OF SWEDISH SCHOOL SHOOTER

Police in Sweden say they are still trying to determine the motivation of a shooter that opened fire at a school complex - killing 10 people. 

Trent Murray has the latest. 

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Investigations Continue Into Swedish Mass Shooting

Investigations are continuing into the most deadly mass shooting in modern Swedish history.


A gunman opened fire at an education centre in the city of Orebro in central Sweden at lunchtime on Tuesday.


The perpetrator was among 11 people who died. A further six were injured, two remain in intensive care.


Police have said they are still working to establish a motive for the attack, and the gunman was not previously known to authorities.


Investigative reporter Per Hermanrud says Sweden is in a state of shock.


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RADIO: SITUATION IN GOMA

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The United Nations says the M23 rebels group is consolidating its hold of the city of Goma in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo by conducting regular patrols and house searches. Locals in the city have reported acts of looting, the seizure of vehicles belonging to government agencies and the occupation of private residences by the rebels. Chris Ocamringa has that report from Kinshasa...

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Hamas and Arab nations condemn Trump's pledge to "take over" Gaza


U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to "take over" the Gaza strip has been met with a furious reaction from Palestinians…and welcomed with open arms by government ministers and the far-right in Israel.


President Trump made the stunning announcement after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who said it was "worthwhile" pursuing.


Giles Gibson has more from Tel Aviv.


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UK GOVT UNDER PRESSURE OVER PROPOSES CHAGOS DEAL

Downing Street says the UK will only agree a deal over the Chagos Islands that is in the country's interest.

It comes after reports the costs of an agreement for Britain could soar by being linked to inflation.

London has been hoping to make the case for the deal to the Trump administration - by securing the future of the Diego Garcia military base for decades.

But the Prime Minister's being accused of "bending the knee to Mauritius" by opposition politicians.

Former Head of the Royal Navy Admiral Lord West says the UK should dump the deal.

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Modi's party eyes return to power in India's capital city-state election

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP Party is hoping to return to power in the state legislature in the capital New Delhi after three decades. 

The election is also being called a referendum on the ruling AAP party - who many see as a major disruptor in the country's politics. 

Residents are voting to choose local representatives on Wednesday. 

Ishan Garg tells us more about what's at stake for various political players in the fray. 

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Palestinian UN ambassador says the Gaza Strip is "our home"

The Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations Riyad Mansour has
responded to US President Donald Trump's assertion that the US would
take over the Gaza Strip and that Palestinians will be resettled
elsewhere.
Speaking in New York shortly after the claim was made by Trump,
Mansour said the Gaza strip is the home of the Palestinian people and
leaders should respect that...

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Trump: US will take over the Gaza Strip

US President Donald Trump says the US will "take over the Gaza Strip".

He said he would not rule out US troops being deployed to the region to assist.

As Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Trump pushes plan to relocate Palestinians

US President Donald Trump has doubled down on suggesting Palestinians
should be moved out of Gaza and relocated to other countries.

He said they had "no alternative" and compared Gaza to a "demolition
site" following 15 months of conflict with Israel.

The idea goes against decades of US foreign policy and Washington's
determination to enable a two-state solution.

Donald Trump spoke about his vision during an Oval Office meeting with
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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RFK Jr. passes first test in confirmation bid

Robert F Kennedy Jr has passed an important first test in his bid to become the US Secretary of Health and Human Services.


The Senate Finance Committee voted to send his nomination to the full chamber, in a result that was completely split along party lines.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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US orders antisemitism task force for schools, universities

The US Justice Department has started a task force to combat
antisemitism in places of education.

The multi-agency group will tackle the issues following a rise in
incidents at US schools and universities.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Pakistan's President is on a five day visit to China

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Pakistan's President is in China to hold talks on key security and economic issues.

The visit comes as security challenges intensify in Islamabad, with China pressing for increased protection for its nationals working on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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WHO chief asks US to consider its funding withdrawal

The World Health Organisation chief, Tedros Ghebreyesus has requested
the United States to reconsider its decision to withdraw funding from
the organisation.
In January, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order which
would essentially stop US funding to the WHO.
Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York...

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El Salvador offers to take violent deportees from US - including citizens

El Salvador has offered to take in violent deportees from the U.S. - including legal citizens. The unprecedented deal was announced during a visit from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Toni Waterman has more.

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MORE CIVIL LAWSUITS LOOM FOR RAPPER SEAN 'DIDDY' COMBS

A lawyer representing accusers of rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs says he expects to file a flurry of fresh lawsuits in the coming days.

The 55-year-old is currently in custody ahead of a criminal trial, facing charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.

Mitch McCann reports:

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THOUSANDS FLEE GREEK ISLAND OF SANTORINI AMID EARTHQUAKE WARNINGS

Evacuations are taking place on the Greek island of Santorini following a series of small earthquakes in the Aegean Sea. 

Trent Murray has the details.

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Netanyahu and Trump set for Gaza talks at White House


Israel's Prime Minister is meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday to discuss the fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

Benjamin Netanyahu is set to be the first foreign leader to sit down with Trump at the White House since his inauguration just over two weeks ago.

Giles Gibson has more from Tel Aviv.

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Orban Hosts German Far-Right Leader in Budapest

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is meeting Tuesday with Alice Weidel, leader of Germany's far-right AfD party and a candidate for chancellor. The visit signals growing ties between Orbán and nationalist forces in Europe. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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