Tuesday, March 22, 2016

TERROR EXPERTS: No pattern for terror attacks, extremists constantly shifting tactics


At least 30 people are dead and scores injured following Tuesday's multiple terror attacks in Brussels.

Belgian media are reporting that at least one suicide bomber was involved in attack on the main international airport and that a Kalashnikov rifle and an undetonated explosive belt was found at the scene.

Chris Phillips, former head of the UK's National Counter Terrorism Security Office says terrorist tactics are constantly evolving...

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John Gearson - Professor of National Security Studies at Kings College London says the attackers can't be underestimated...

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Cameron condemns Brussels attack

British Prime Minister David Cameron has condemned the terror attacks in Brussels as appalling and savage and  said  they could just have easily happened in London. 

Following a COBRA meeting of senior security officials, David Cameron said European countries need to stand together in the face of terrorism and he offered any assistance Belgium might need to deal with the tragedy. 

Many people have died in the attacks at the airport in Brussels and a separate explosion at a metro station in the city.

British Prime Minister David Cameron expressed his sympathy to the Belgian people. 


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British Prime Minister David Cameron said security had been stepped up in the UK where a terrorist attack is thought to be likely. 

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David Cameron said he would not respond to comments from Britain's anti-Europe UKIP party that the attacks showed the passport-free Schengen area of Europe was not safe. 

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Obama briefed on Brussels, prepares response

President Obama, who is in Cuba, has been briefed about the attacks in Brussels and is expected to issue a statement.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks is traveling with the President in Havana.


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Primie Minister David Cameron to chair emergency COBRA meeting

British Prime Minister David Cameron will chair an emergency COBRA meeting in response to the events in Brussels.

A series of explosions has left several killed and many seriously injured in the Belgian capital.

Our UK correspondent Martha Holeyman reports.


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Terror attacks cause transport chaos

The terror attacks in Brussels have caused transport chaos across a wide area.  Belgian has closed down the capital's transport network and is advising people to stay home.  Flights and trains due to travel to Brussels have been suspended. 

In the UK, police have been drafted in to provide additional security at busy areas and transport hubs.   The British Home Office has announced additional security measures including searches at both it's border with France and Belgium.   The Eurostar train service between the UK and Brussels has been temporarily closed.  

FSN's Olly Barratt reports from London's St Pancras terminal, home to the Eurostar. 

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25 people feared dead after deadly attacks in Brussels

It's feared as many as 25 people have been killed following twin terror attacks at Zaventem airport in the Belgian capital Brussels.   Dozens of people have been injured in the attack which occurred around 8 o' clock in the morning local time. 

An hour later there was an explosion at Maelbeek metro station.   

Belgian in on the highest state of alert and the entire transport system in Brussels has been closed down.   

The attacks come four days after the arrest of Paris bombing suspect Salah Abdeslam, who was seized in Brussels.

FSN's Brussels correspondent Jack Parrock has more. 


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At least 13 dead after series of attacks in Brussels

Belgium authorities say there have been at least 13 have died in a series of attacks on the capital Brussels.    The metro system has been closed after an explosion at the Maelbeek station. 

This follows 2 blasts at the Zaventem airport in which an unknown number of casualties have been reported.

The attacks come come 4 days after the capture of Paris bombing suspect Salah Abdeslam in the city.

FSN's Brussels correspondent Jack Parrock reports.


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Australian senators threatened by an early election

Australia appears set to go to the polls early with the threat of a double dissolution election now hanging over the Senate.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Russia says may unilaterally bomb Syria truce violators

Russia said it could unilaterally start bombing violators of the cease-fire in Syria. The statement came just one week after Russia's pullout from the war-torn country and on the eve of the US Secretary of State John Kerry's visit to Moscow. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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Arizona, Utah, Idaho set to vote


Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump hope to cement their leading positions.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has a preview:

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Apple hearing postponed

The US government's legal showdown with Apple computer has been postponed, for now.  At issue is the demand that Apple unlock an iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino attackers. US reporter Arash Ghadishah has more.

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Iran is Trump's top foreign policy priority

Donald Trump told a huge audience of Jewish Americans that Iran is his top foreign policy priority.

The event was also his first formal scripted policy speech.

The front-running Republican candiate met earlier with Republican party leaders and the Washington Post editorial board to outline how he thinks the US needs to do less in the international arena.

Donald Trump at teh American Israeli Public Affairs conference:

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Trump reveals foreign policy advisers

Donald Trump unveiled an initial set of advisers for foreign policy.

The Republican front-runner has been repeatedly accused of not understanding how the world works, especially with his simplistic statements.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Monday, March 21, 2016

Obama, Castro speak publicly on historic trip

US President Barack Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro are welcoming the historic change in the relationship between their nations, at a press conference during Mr. Obama's visit to Havana.

However, both leaders called on the other to make changes, with President Castro requesting the closure of Guantanamo Bay prison, and President Obama saying Cuba needs to improve its human rights record.

The ongoing trade embargo also topped the agenda. Both leaders agreed progress is stalled until the blockade is lifted, but Mr. Obama says it's up to the US Congress make that happen- and they likely won't get it done until a new president is in office.

US President Barack Obama said it's a new day.

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Apple affirms commitment to consumer privacy during product release

In their spring product launch held Monday, Apple announced new versions of the iPhone and iPad, while affirming their commitment to consumer privacy.  US Reporter Arash Ghadishah has more.

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Panel could overrule popular 'Boaty McBoatface' name choice for ship

A new polar research vessel will be named by a panel of experts, despite a growing online push for it to be called 'Boaty McBoatface'.


Last week a competition was launched to name the ship. Since then thousands of people have voiced their suggestions and casted their vote.


Our UK correspondent Martha Holeyman reports.



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ICC convicts Jean-Pierre Bemba of war crimes and crimes against humanity

The former vice president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jean Pierre Bemba, has been found guilty of all charges against him at the International Criminal Court in the Hague.
Bemba has been convicted of two counts of crimes against humanity and three counts of war crimes.

Jack Parrock reports from the Hague.

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New Paris Terror Attack Suspect Identified

Following the capture of Salah Abdeslam, Belgian prosecutors have released the identity of a new suspect they want in connection to the Paris terror attacks.

In the meantime, Abdeslam is being interrogated as he sits behind bars in Belgium.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has the latest from Brussels.


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Madonna custody case to be settled in US

The court ruling over where Madonna's son should live will be decided in the United States.

Hearings have previously been held in New York and London, but the singer has been granted permission to the end the British legal action over the custody of her son.

UK correspondent Martha Holeyman reports.


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Marriott and Starwood Merger Creates World's Largest Hotel Chain

The Starwood Hotels and Resorts firm says it's agreed to a merger deal with Marriott International, in preference to last week's bid from a group led by China's Anbang Insurance.

Starwood shareholders will receive 21 dollars in cash and 0.8 Marriott shares for each one of their Starwood shares.

Lorna Shaddick reports from New York.

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