Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Brazil's Supreme Court orders Bolsonaro to stand trial over alleged coup attempt

Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to stand trial for allegedly plotting a coup after his 2022 election loss.

The right-wing former army captain, who is hoping to run for president again next year, could face prison time if found guilty.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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SPRING STATEMENT BRINGS BIG CUTS TO UK ECONOMY

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, says welfare cuts and a trimmed-back civil service will have to help pay for investments in government efficiency and increased defence spending.

She revealed the 'spring statement' to Parliament earlier on Wednesday - shortly after growth forecasts for the year were slashed.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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​Supreme Court upholds Biden rule to make ghost guns traceable

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a Biden-era rule that allows the government to regulate so-called ghost guns  - mail order kits that allow people to build untraceable weapons at home. Toni Waterman has more.

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UN reduces staff numbers in Gaza

The United Nations has decided to reduce the size of its international
staff in Gaza.
This decision follows renewed attacks on the enclave by Israeli forces.
According to the UN, this was a difficult decision for the Secretary
General to make.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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THE NETHERLANDS PLANS TO DOUBLE ITS MILITARY PERSONNEL BY 2030

The Dutch Government has announced plans to more than double the size of its military. 

The pledge comes as European countries grow increasingly concerned about security following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and lingering questions over the Trump Administration's commitment to NATO. 

Trent Murray has more. 

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France prepares to host Ukraine support summit after Black Sea ceasefire

France is preparing to host a summit of the countries that may provide security guarantees to Ukraine after an eventual peace deal.

The Ukrainian president is due in Paris ahead of the conference for one-on-one talks with Emmanuel Macron.

Ross Cullen reports.


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Pride Protest in Budapest Draws Thousands

Protests continue in Hungary's capital over a law that restricts Budapest's Pride event. The government claims the measure defends traditional values, but rights groups say it suppresses free expression. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest. 


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Ukraine and Russia agree halt to Black Sea attacks

Ukraine and Russia have agreed to halt military strikes in the Black
Sea and to allow safe passage of commercial shipping vessels.

But Kyiv has already accused Moscow of backsliding on the agreement by
seeking sanctions relief.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.

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QUESTIONS REMAIN OVER BLACK SEA 'CEASEFIRE'

Questions remain about a Black Sea ceasefire the White House says has been agreed with Ukraine and Russia.

Russia says the ceasefire would only come into force if it receives sanctions relief in food and agriculture.

Ukraine says it could be a 'step in the right direction.'

Former UK National Security Adviser Lord Peter Ricketts believes it's a win for the Russian President.

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US NSA WALTZ 'TAKES FULL RESPONSIBILITY' FOR YEMEN BREACH

US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz says he takes full responsibility for the leak of military plans in a group chat.

A journalist was inadvertently added to a discussion about American strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen.

US President Donald Trump has rejected suggestions it was a security threat.

Mike Waltz has been explaining to Fox News.

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India-US discuss trade deal, possible exemption from reciprocal tariffs

As US President Donald Trump hints at possible exemptions for reciprocal taxes for some nations, Indian officials are holding talks with a US trade team in New Delhi.

Reports suggest India has offered to cut tariffs on nearly half of all American imports, in exchange for an exemption.

The American President has repeatedly hit out at India, calling it a 'big abuser of tariffs'.

Neha Poonia has more.

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India-China signal thaw in relations yet again after latest border talks

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India and China have once again signalled a thaw in relations after top diplomatic officials from both sides met in Beijing for the latest round of border talks.

India says the talks were constructive and focused on early resumption of cross border pilgrimage and reviewing the situation along the contentious border areas.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Ukraine and Russia agree halt to Black Sea attacks

Ukraine and Russia have agreed to halt military strikes in the Black
Sea and to allow safe passage of commercial shipping vessels.

The move comes after U.S. officials held several days of talks with
representatives from Moscow and Kyiv in Saudi Arabia.

But major questions remain over whether this agreement will be able to
be effectively implemented.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.

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Report: China remains US's top intelligence threat

China poses the foremost military and cyber threat to the United States, according to a new report issued by US intelligence agencies. 


The annual threat assessment specifically warned of Beijing's goal to surpass Washington's artificial intelligence capabilities by the end of the decade.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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Show down intensifies on Capitol Hill over WH national security breach

US intelligence chiefs are being grilled on Capitol Hill, following an apparent breach of classified national security information about US operations against the Houthis in Yemen.

A scandal broke on Monday, involving the inclusion of a US journalist in a classified chat between America’s most senior national security and intelligence chiefs.


Simon Marks has more:


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Trump backs Waltz over WH security breach fiasco

US President Donald Trump is backing embattled  National Security Adviser Michael Waltz, who by mistake added a journalist to a classified group chat about air strikes on Yemen

Mike Waltz added editor-in-chief of the Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg to the highly sensitive group chat earlier this month.


Members of the chat are testifying on Capitol Hill at a previously scheduled Senate Intelligence Committee hearing - Kate Fisher reports.


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Here is CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Tulsi Gabbard National Intelligence with Senator Mark Warner:


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And here is Democratic Senator Ron Wyden pushing both John Ratcliff and Tulsi Gabbard over whether they will cooperate with investigations:


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​FBI launches task force to “crack down” on Tesla attacks

The FBI has launched an investigative task force after a spate of attacks on Tesla cars and dealerships, calling it "domestic terrorism." The latest incident - happening in Austin, Texas where police found what they're describing as "incendiary devices." Toni Waterman has more.

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AS TRUMP PREPARES TO DISMANTLE FEMA, NEW DATA HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR DISASTER RESPONSE AGENCY

Amid reports that the Trump administration is set to dismantle the US agency tasked with responding to natural disasters, new figures show an increase in such events.

It comes as President Trump makes sweeping cuts across government agencies in order to shrink the size of the federal government.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Another Columbia student fights deportation for participation in pro-Palestinian protests

Another Columbia University student is facing deportation for her
participation in pro-Palestinian protests.
It's been reported that the 21-year-old student, who has permanent
residency and who came to the U.S. as a child has now filed a lawsuit
against immigration officials and against her possible deportation.
Jody Jacobs has that story from New York...

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Pakistan continues to crack down on Baloch rights groups in the southwest of the country.

In the southwestern province of Balochistan, Pakistani authorities have continued a crackdown on activists involved in a separatist movement.

The arrest of prominent human rights activists has sparked widespread protests across the country with Islamabad facing allegations of extrajudicial harassment, arrests, and killings.

These are charges the Pakistani government denies.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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