Thursday, June 19, 2025

RADIO SCRIPT: DRC-RWANDA PEACE DEAL

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Representatives from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have agreed to a peace deal mediated by the US government that seeks to end the fighting in eastern Congo between government forces and the M23 rebels.

The officials signed their initials on the draft peace agreement in Washington DC ahead of the official signing ceremony slated for June 27, 2025. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa..

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France mobilises thousands of police for illegal immigrant crackdown

France has mobilised thousands of police officers for a nationwide crackdown on illegal immigrants.

The government says the operation aims to intercept undocumented migrants travelling through the country's major transport hubs.

Ross Cullen reports.


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France, Germany, UK set for Iran talks Friday

Foreign Ministers from France, Germany and the UK are reportedly
meeting with their Iranian counterpart in Switzerland on Friday.

This comes after the so-called E3 along with the European Union's
foreign affairs chief had a phone call with Iran's foreign minister
earlier this week to discuss the ongoing conflict with Israel.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Reports: Trump approves plan to strike Iran with with-holds final go-ahead

US President Donald Trump has reportedly approved Pentagon plans to strike at Iran's nuclear facilities, but has not yet given his defense chiefs the go-ahead to launch the mission.


The President indicated that he would make up his mind about whether to join Israel's assault on Iran at the very last moment.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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110 Indian students evacuated from Iran, land in New Delhi

The first batch of Indian nationals evacuated from Iran have arrived in New Delhi.

Many more are expected to be brought back in the next few days.

Kshitij Nagar has more from New Delhi.

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TRUMP WEIGHS ATTACKING IRAN

US President Donald Trump's reportedly approved plans to attack Iran - but hasn't made a final decision on whether to go ahead.

The US President's been weighing up whether the US should get involved to ensure Iran  can't develop a nuclear weapon.

Israel and Iran have continued to strike at each other, with Iran warning of 'irreparable harm' if the US joins Israeli attacks.

Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for European and NATO policy at the Pentagon Jim Townsend says US involvement comes with major risks.

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Air India to cut international wide-body aircraft usage by 15% after deadly crash

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Air India is cutting international operations of its wide body aircrafts amid an inspection drive in the wake of the deadly plane crash.

The airline's Boeing 787 dreamliner crashed last week killing all but one on board - and at least 30 people on the ground.

Ishan Garg tells us more from Mumbai.

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Unease in Delhi over Trump comments and meeting with Pakistan Army Chief

US President Donald Trump has publicly countered Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, once again claiming that he stopped Islamabad and New Delhi from going to war.

The American leader's latest comments came after he hosted Pakistan's Army Chief at the White House - a move that has ruffled feathers in New Delhi, as Neha Poonia reports.

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China to help citizens in Israel to evacuate to Egypt from Friday

The Chinese embassy in Israel says it will help its citizens to leave the country via Egypt in batches from Friday, amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

China has been urging its citizens to leave Israel as it warns of "the possibility of further deterioration" of the situation.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Hong Kong.

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Trump to extend US TikTok ban for 90 days

TikTok is set to continue in the US for at least three months with President Trump expected to extend a sale or ban deadline for the third time this year.


He plans to sign an executive order this week that would keep the video sharing app running despite a bipartisan law banning it over national security concerns.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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Nippon Steel closes $15b takeover of US Steel

Japan's Nippon Steel has finalized its $15b takeover of US Steel - once a titan of American industry. The deal creates the world's second largest steelmaker which could pose a challenge to Chinese firms that dominate the market. It also gives Nippon a foothold in the US - and a way to avoid Trump's 50% tariff on steel imports. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Donald Trump says he “may” or “may not” strike Iran

Donald Trump says he "may" or "may not" instruct the US military to strike Iran.


Speaking outside the White House these are the US President's first remarks following reports that the United States could join Israel's attacks.


Jagruti Dave has more from Washington.


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French president warns that violent Iran regime change would trigger ‘chaos’

The French president has warned that violent regime change in Iran would trigger 'chaos'.

Emmanuel Macron was speaking on his way back from Canada where he was attending the G7 Summit, which was held amid growing tensions and the continuing conflict between Iran and Israel.

Ross Cullen reports.

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European Commission accuses AliExpess of breaching Digital Services Act

A preliminary investigation from the European Commission has found
that AliExpress is in breach of its Digital Services Act.

The Commission says e-commerce giant has failed to take appropriate
steps to clamp down on counterfeit and dangerous goods sold on its
platform.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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EU Commission says Hungary's economy is falling behind

 The European Commission says Hungary's economy is falling behind. A new report highlights a troubling combination of corruption, inadequate education, and a weak business environment,

 all of which contribute to growing poverty and declining competitiveness. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.


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Modi-Trump speak on the phone - first call after USA claims brokered a ceasefire between New Delhi and Islamabad

India says Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to US President Trump on the phone, their first conversation since the American leader claimed to have brokered a ceasefire between New Delhi and Islamabad.

India says Prime Minister Modi rejected Trump's claims during the phone call.  

The White House on the call yet.

Neha Poonia has more.

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TRUMP CONSIDERING IRAN STRIKES

US President Donald Trump is reportedly deciding whether the US should get directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict.

He's been holding talks with advisers at the White House to discuss possible strikes on Tehran's nuclear sites.

President Trump has called for "UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" from Iran.

Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran "will never compromise".

Former US Assistant Secretary of State Jamie Rubin says airstrikes might not be enough to achieve Washington's objectives.

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ABORTION TO BE 'DECRIMINALISED' IN ENGLAND AND WALES

A decision by MPs to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales is being described as a 'landmark moment'.

It will stop women from being investigated by police or prosecuted for ending a pregnancy outside of the rules.

Critics say it's a 'dangerous' change.

James Kitchin reports.

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TRUMP REPORTEDLY CONSIDERING UK STRIKES ON IRAN

US President Donald Trump is reportedly deciding whether the US should get directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict.

He's been holding talks with advisers at the White House to discuss possible strikes on Tehran's nuclear sites.

President Trump has called for "UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" from Iran.

Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran "will never compromise".

Geopolitical adviser Rina Shah says the US President is deploying maximum-pressure diplomacy.

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Tuesday, June 17, 2025

US retail spending down in May


American shoppers slowed spending in May, as retail sales fell 0.9% according to the US Commerce Department.


The worse-than-expected figures come after consumers splurged on autos and other goods in recent months to beat tariff-related price increases.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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