Monday, March 16, 2015

Netanyahu breaks with Washington on Palestinian statehood

Just hours before Israelis go to the polls, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that if he is re-elected, there will not be an independent Palestinian state.

Just over five years ago, he endorsed the idea, but in the last year allowed U.S. brokered talks come to nothing and has continued to allow Jewish settlements in regions claimed by the Palestinian Authority.

Back in Washington, White House spokesman Josh Earnest said the American position remains unchanged.

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Israeli PM rallies for votes ahead of Tuesday elections



Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told his supporters that his party could lose Tuesday's election. 

The latest opinion polls showed Mr Netanyahu facing a strong challenge from Isaac Herzog, leader of the center-left Labor Party.   

Ruth Eglash, Jerusalem correspondent for the Washington Post, says the outcome of Tuesday's election is still uncertain

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Ruth Eglash, Jerusalem correspondent for the Washington Post, says the Prime Minister has been making a last minute push for votes.

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Ruth Eglash, Jerusalem correspondent for the Washington Post, says the Prime Minister's recent visit to US congress hasn't had much of a bearing on polls.

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US and Cuba meet in Havana for third round of talks

Cuba and the United States are to meet in Havana for talks on restoring diplomatic relations today (Monday).

They're seeking more progress toward an agreement, despite concerns that their differences over Venezuela could impede discussions.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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American millionaire arrested after apparent murder admission

An American millionaire from a prominent family in New York has been
arrested on suspicion of murder.

This came just hours after a documentary aired in which Robert Durst
appears to own up to several killings.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US mulling keeping troops in Afghanistan

The Obama administration is mulling putting aside plans to pull all U.S. forces out of Afghanistan 

Afghani president Ashraf Ghani is due in Washington at the end of the month for talks.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Putin Reappears After 10 Days Of Absence

Russian president Vladimir Putin has made his first appearance on state television after more than ten days of absence. His disappearance from public view after March 5th had sparked rumours about his health and status both in Russia and abroad. Anya Ardayeva reports from Moscow.

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EU foreign ministers discuss Ukraine and Iran nuclear deal in Brussels

EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to evaluate the Minsk ceasefire agreement in Ukraine and the ongoing conflict in Libya.

The EU's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini will also host talks between the foreign ministers of France, Germany, the UK and Iran's top diplomat Javad Zarif, as nuclear negotiations continue ahead of an April deadline to reach a political deal.

Europe correspondent Sandra Gathmann reports.

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THREE UK TEENAGERS BAILED AFTER 'SYRIA TRAVEL ATTEMPT'

Three British teenagers who were detained in Turkey, accused of attempting to travel to Syria, have been released on bail.

Two 17 year-old boys from London, and a 19 year-old man were flown back to the UK on Saturday after Britain alerted Turkey.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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KERRY CAUTIOUS ON IRAN TALKS

Talks are underway between US Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian foreign minister Jawed Zarif in Lausanne, Switzerland, with just over two weeks to go before a deadline to reach an agreement over Iran's nuclear programme expires.

Kerry says he's hopeful a deal can be reached, but he's made no promises of a breakthrough.

Elena Casas reports from Lausanne.

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UK BUDGET WEEK ADDS TO COALITION SPECULATION

The UK coalition government will deliver its final budget this week ahead of a general election still too close to call.

Conservative Finance Minister George Osborne is promising a 'no gimmicks' budget on Wednesday.

Polls suggest the Conservatives may win May's election in 51 days, but not by enough to secure a parliamentary majority.

This is leading to speculation the Conservative Party may have to involve the anti-EU, anti-immigration party UKIP in a coalition.

Joe Twyamn of pollsters YouGov says the public may end up with an even broader coalition than the UK's current government.

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THREE BRITISH TEENAGERS BAILED AFTER 'SYRIA TRAVEL ARREST'

Three British teenagers who were detained in Turkey, accused of attempting to travel to Syria, have been released on bail.

Two 17 year-old boys from London, and a 19 year-old man were flown back to the UK on Saturday after Britain alerted Turkey.

They were arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts and have been bailed pending further inquiries.

British police had been contacted by the parents of the two younger teenagers after they didn't return home after Friday prayers.

Turkey says the trio had flown to Istanbul from Barcelona.

It follows the case of three British schoolgirls who traveled to Syria through Turkey, leading Britain and Turkey to accuse each other of not having done enough to stop them.

Dr Rizwaan Sabir, counter-terrorism expert at Edgehill University, says this case shows progress in terms of co-operation between the UK and Turkey.

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Dr Rizwaan Sabir, counter-terrorism expert at Edgehill University, says making it harder to travel through Turkey won't stop the flow of people attempting to reach Syria.

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Russia marks one year since disputed Crimea referendum

Russia is marking one year since a referendum in Crimea which its government said showed near 100% support for joining Russia.


Days later Crimea was formally annexed by Russia, prompting western sanctions and contributing to fighting in eastern Ukraine which is estimated to have left over 6000 dead.


Tom Barton reports.


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Australia sending more humanitarian aid to Vanuatu following Cyclone Pam

Two more Australian military planes loaded with humanitarian supplies and personnel are on their way to cyclone-devastated Vanuatu.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Sunday, March 15, 2015

Protestor Charged In Ferguson Police Shooting

A 20-year-old man was charged with first-degree assault in the
shooting two police officers in the U.S. city of Ferguson,Missouri.
Jeffrey Williams was protesting last week outside the Ferguson Police
Department, after the city's Police Chief Thomas Jackson said he was
resigning.

Patrice Howard reports from New York.

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Wall Street wonders about Fed interest rate hike

American stock markets will have one event on their mind in the coming week - when and if an interest rate hike is coming from the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Wall Street is coming off a particularly choppy and uneven week in trading.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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United Nations fear ‘the worst’ after typhoon hits

The United Nations is sending emerging rapid response units to Vanuatu after a powerful typhoon battered the Pacific island nation.

Aid official say they fear widespread casualties as typhoon Pam triggered flash floods on Vanuatu- one of several islands hit by the category five storm.

William Denselow reports from the United Nations in New York.

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Crucial Iran Nuclear Talks Begin in Lausanne


The US and five other world powers are entering a decisive round of negotiations with Iran over its controversial nuclear programme, held in the Swiss town of Lausanne. 

Many experts say that after months of diplomacy, the two sides are within striking distance of an initial framework deal with Tehran, before their self-imposed deadline of the 31st March.

Ellen Laipson is President of the Stimson Centre, a global security think tank in Washington. She says there's much that hangs in the balance: 

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US Iran crunch nuclear talks to start

The US Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with his Iranian counter-part in Switzerland later ahead of the latest nuclear talks...

The US and other P5+1 countries want a clear deal which prevents Iran from having the capability to create a nuclear weapon.

Negotiations have intensified over the last few weeks as the March 31st deadline for a deal approaches.

Our correspondent Dan Whitehead reports from Lausanne...

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Assistance on the way to Vanuatu following Cyclone

The World Bank is trying to rush financial assistance to the people of Vanuatu in the wake of Cyclone Pam.
The global financial institution says it's looking at every possible avenue and working with partners to send support.
Given the intensity of the event and reports of severe damage, it is exploring a rapid insurance payout to the Vanuatu government.
Meanwhile Australia will provide a package of cash and humanitarian supplies to help the cyclone-ravaged nation.
Australia's Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says the commitment follows a request from the Vanuatu government.

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Friday, March 13, 2015

No suspect yet in Ferguson shootings

The search is continuing for the person who shot two police officers on duty at the mid-week protests in Ferguson, Missouri.

A search of a nearby house where gunfire flashes were seen did not turn up any suspects.

At the same time, money is pouring into a reward fund for the person who has the evidence that leads to the shooter.

St. Louis County Police Chief John Belmar confirmed the two officers are physically doing fine.

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St. Louis County Police Chief John Belmar said many of the protestors have reached out to him to express their support for the efforts local enforcement is making to allow them to express their first amendments rights to free speech.

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