US President Donald Trump and El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele
have ruled out releasing a man mistakenly sent to a maximum security
prison in the Central American country.
The Trump administration has already deported hundreds of alleged criminals to
El Salvador despite questions over the legality of the move.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Monday, April 14, 2025
UN's humanitarian division to cut 20% of staff due to funding shortfall
The United Nations humanitarian wing, OCHA plans to cut 20 percent of
its staff as it faces a massive funding shortfall.
US President Donald Trump slashed billions of dollars in foreign
assistance since taking office, which included funding to OCHA.
According to the UN chief Tom Fletcher, the organisation will scale
back its presence in about nine countries while at the same time
letting go of 20 senior positions at its headquarters.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.
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its staff as it faces a massive funding shortfall.
US President Donald Trump slashed billions of dollars in foreign
assistance since taking office, which included funding to OCHA.
According to the UN chief Tom Fletcher, the organisation will scale
back its presence in about nine countries while at the same time
letting go of 20 senior positions at its headquarters.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.
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US: MAN WHO SET FIRE TO PA GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE - CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER
A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after setting the home of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro alight.
Despite being in the home, the Governor and his family weren't injured — but the blaze caused extensive damage.
Mitch McCann reports:
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UK GOVERNMENT & BRITISH STEEL RACE TO GET FUEL SUPPLIES TO AT-RISK STEEL FACTORY
The UK Government, and British Steel — which is now under Government management — is urgently trying to get raw materials to England's last remaining steel factory to prevent it shutting down.
Over the weekend the factory was partially nationalised after the Government claimed it became clear its Chinese owners had no interest in saving the plant despite substantial offers of Government support.
Stuart Smith reports.
Over the weekend the factory was partially nationalised after the Government claimed it became clear its Chinese owners had no interest in saving the plant despite substantial offers of Government support.
Stuart Smith reports.
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Algeria expels French diplomats as spat between the two countries deepens
Pakistan and US hold talks on counter terrorism
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This visit is taking place against the backdrop of Pakistan's ongoing counterterrorism efforts on its western border, which have been intensified since the withdrawal of US troops from neighbouring Afghanistan in 2021.
Hira Mustafa has more.
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SUSPECTED US AIRSTRIKES LAUNCHED ACROSS YEMEN
Suspected US airstrikes reportedly targeted several sites across Yemen early Monday.
It comes as the US military steps up its campaign targeting the Iran-backed Houthi rebel group in the country.
From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.
It comes as the US military steps up its campaign targeting the Iran-backed Houthi rebel group in the country.
From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.
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Indian troops deployed in eastern India following protests over Muslim property law
Indian authorities have deployed troops in the eastern state of West Bengal following violent protests triggered by recent changes to the country's laws on how donated Islamic properties are governed.
Local media reports that at least three people have died in the protests and more than 150 have been arrested.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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Apple increases production in India by 60% marking a pivot away from China
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Apple produced 60% more iPhones in India this year than the previous year marking a significant pivot away from Chinese manufacturing.
Bloomberg reports say one in five iPhones in the world are now made in India - and that number could jump higher in the next few years.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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Apple produced 60% more iPhones in India this year than the previous year marking a significant pivot away from Chinese manufacturing.
Bloomberg reports say one in five iPhones in the world are now made in India - and that number could jump higher in the next few years.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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Xi Jinping warns ‘no winners’ from Trump trade war as he heads to Vietnam
INTRO: Chinese President Xi Jinping says "protectionism will lead nowhere" in an article published in a Vietnamese newspaper as he kicked off a three-nation trip to Southeast Asia.
He also urged Vietnam to cooperate in preserving global supply chains amid disruptions caused by U.S. tariffs Laura Westbrook reports.
He also urged Vietnam to cooperate in preserving global supply chains amid disruptions caused by U.S. tariffs Laura Westbrook reports.
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Pentagon fires Greenland military commander over Vance criticism
The US military has removed the commander of a military base in Greenland after she reportedly sent an email distancing herself from Vice President JD Vance's remarks on his visit in March.
The Trump administration is leading a controversial push to take over the semi-autonomous island, which belongs to Denmark.
Ira Spitzer reports.
The Trump administration is leading a controversial push to take over the semi-autonomous island, which belongs to Denmark.
Ira Spitzer reports.
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US consumer confidence plunges as fears about a trade war and recession intensify
Fears about a trade war, recession and job losses have sent US consumer confidence plunging, down 11% in April. It's now sitting lower than it did during the Great Recession. Toni Waterman has more
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Trump administration should share plans to return Maryland man wrongly deported
The Supreme Court says the U.S. government has to return a man who was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison, claiming he is a member of a gang.
According to a 2019 ruling, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is a Salvadoran who should have been protected from being sent back due to threats by gangs. Caroline Malone reports.
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ISLAMABAD CONTINUES ITS CRACKDOWN ON AFGHAN REFUGEES
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With deportations of Afghan refugees accelerating, the Pakistani government says it will suspend support for those awaiting relocation to other countries until April 30th.
This has led to the sharp criticism from human rights organizations like Amnesty International, leading to the launch of the #UndoTheDeadline campaign.
Hira Mustafa reports.
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US: SPANISH FAMILY AND PILOT KILLED IN HUDSON RIVER HELICOPTER CRASH
The victims of the Hudson River helicopter crash in New York were members of a Spanish family on a sightseeing tour of the city's harbor.
All five family members, along with the pilot, died in the crash—marking the latest aviation tragedy in the United States.
Mitch McCann reports:
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US envoy Witkoff in Russia for Ukraine peace push
The Trump administration's envoy Steve Witkoff has travelled to Moscow
as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
The White House has not confirmed if he'll meet with Russian President
Vladimir Putin. [PLEASE CHECK AS THIS MIGHT CHANGE!]
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
The White House has not confirmed if he'll meet with Russian President
Vladimir Putin. [PLEASE CHECK AS THIS MIGHT CHANGE!]
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Israel, Egypt exchange draft proposals aimed at reaching hostage deal - reports
Israel and Egypt have reportedly exchanged draft documents that could pave the way for a new ceasefire in Gaza.
From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.
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From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.
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RADIO: EQUATEUR BOAT ACCIDENT
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The death toll from a boat accident in the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 50 with several people still reported missing. The boat capsized on the Congo River on Tuesday with 100 people onboard. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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NATO plan for Ukraine support
Defense ministers from 30 countries will gather on Friday at NATO headquarters in Brussels to plan a new support force for Ukraine.
But questions remain about U.S. involvement in Ukraine's future security.
Pablo Gutierrez reports.
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China calls on EU to "work together" over US tariff response
The Chinese President has called on the European Union to join in "resisting coercion" as trade tensions grow between Beijing and Washington.
Xi Jinping was speaking on Friday after China raised its own tariffs on US goods to 125%.
Ross Cullen reports.
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