Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Pres. Obama says Trump is wrong on Russia

U.S. President Barack Obama says Donald Trump's flattery of Vladimir Putin and his Russian State is just wrong.

President Obama notes that the Republican Party has been traditionally anti-Russia and he's been criticized for even trying to engage with President Putin.

The American president noted that he's had to deal with Russian-initiated crises in both Georgia and Ukraine.

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U.S. President Barack Obama says Donald Trump's approach to Vladimir Putin is unprecedented.

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President Obama says he doesn't understand why the Republican party - which has traditionally been anti-Russia - is backing Donald Trump's apparent flattery and support of Putin's policies.

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President Obama says Russia needs to be a partner and part of the solution to the world's problems, and any American official needs to understand that.

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Steady progress in Mosul operations - Obama

U.S. President Barack Obama says steady progress is being made as Iraqi and Kurdish forces move into Mosul.

On the second day of military operations, Iraqi forces reportedly took control of a majority-Christian town, as Kurdish fighters reported tunnels and suicide car bomb attacks in retaliation by forces with the Islamic State.

During a Rose Garden press conference with the Italian Prime Minister, President Obama told reporters he sees steady progress.

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The U.S. has been clear that it is supporting the Iraqi plans to retake Mosul, but not leading the process.

U.S. President Barack Obama.

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Mosul is Iraq's second largest city and U.S. President Barack Obama says there are plans and resources in place to help the estimated 1 million civilians caught in the crossfire.

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PM Renzi hopes to win Italian referendum

Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi is hoping to win the upcoming December referendum on reforming that country's constitution.

The timing of the official visit to Washington was questioned, as both countries are facing massive political questions.

During a press conference in the Rose Garden, Prime Minister Renzi was optimistic.

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Addressing the issue of the referendum in Italian,  Prime Minister Renzi admitted that most everyone is transfixed by American politics.

The voice of a translator:

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UN will not deliver aid to Syria until all parties agree to ceasefire

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The United Nations has said there will be no possibility of getting
humanitarian aid into Syria after Russia has made promises for an
8-hour ceasefire this week.

The UN states a full two days are needed to ensure delivery of aid
into eastern Aleppo.

Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin has more.

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Venezuela's Supreme Court changes referendum rules


Venezuela's Supreme court has ruled that the opposition campaign trying to oust President Nicolas Maduro must now secure 20% of voters in each state, rather than 20% of the country's overall electorate. 

The move will make it harder for Maduro's opponents to mobilize support during the three days that have been allotted for the petition of signatures. 

Andrea Arenas reports


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Russian, Ukrainian leaders to meet in Berlin

The leaders of Russia, Ukraine, Germany and France will meet Wednesday in Berlin to discuss the stalled peace process in Eastern Ukraine. 

It has been over a year since this same group of leaders met to sign a ceasefire agreement.

Ira Spitzer reports from the German capital.

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UK Child Abuse Inquiry Quizzed Over Resignation of Lowell Goddard


The UK's Home Affairs Select Committee is questioning the panel of an inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse over the resignation of the investigation's third chairperson, Dame Lowell Goddard.


Dame Goddard stepped down after just 16 months in the role, saying in her resignation letter that her decision was as a result of the legacy of failure in the inquiry, which had been hard to shake off.


The New Zealand Judge however has been accused of being difficult to work with and using racist language, something that Dame Goddard has since denied.


Whilst being quizzed by the Home Affairs Select Committee, the fourth chair of the inquiry Alexis Jay, explained that the Inquiry's panel felt Dame Goddard had preferred to work alone.



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In front of the Home Affairs Select Committee, the fourth chair of the inquiry Alexis Jay, said on of the issues Justice Goddard had with the lack of an evidence management system has now been resolved.


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In front of the Home Affairs Select Committee, inquiry panel member Ivor Frank described some of the difficulties working with Lowell Goddard


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In from of the Home Affairs Select Committee, inquiry panel member Ivor Frank was quizzed over how difficult it had been to work with Dame Goddard


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Pres. Obama welcomes Italian PM Renzi for final state visit

U.S. President Barack Obama has welcomed Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi to the White House for what is expected to be the final official visit with an honor welcome and state dinner of his presidency.

The two men celebrated the shared history - from Amerigo Vespucci to Americans love of Italian food, art and music.

Apologizing for his accent, President Obama greeted Prime Minister Renzi saying the two countries can work together to make the world a better place.

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During the welcome ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, Prime Minister Renzi laid out a vision of a positive future.

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EU must prepare for returning IS fighters after Mosul assault says commissioner

The European Union is warning its countries should be preparing to see high numbers of extremists returning from Iraq and Syria.

Many european nationals fighting with the so called islamic state group are being driven out as Iraqi forces carry out an assault on Mosul.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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UN braces for up to one million refugees from Mosul

The United Nations is warning that up to one million people may be forced form their homes in the Iraqi city of Mosul.  It comes as the Iraqi army continues its operation to recapture the country's second largest city which was overtaken by the so called Islamic State two years ago. 

Iraqi forces are approaching from the south while Kurdish forces advance from the east, clearing villages before they get to the city.  The forces, which are joined by Sunni Arab tribesmen and Shia paramilitary groups plan to circle the city before entering it. 

Humanitarian groups have expressed grave concern for the city's residents.   

Jens Laerke, the  spokesman for the UN's humanitarian office says they are standing by to offer assistance. 


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The spokesman for the UN's Children's Fund,  Christophe Boulierac said children would be particularly vulnerable during the battle ahead to retake Mosul. 

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Billy Bush leaves NBC following Trump tape

TV personality Billy Bush has left the US network NBC after a video
emerged of him along with Donald Trump making lewd comments about
women.

The tape dates back to 2005 but since its release this month a number
of women have come forward accusing the Republican presidential
candidate of sexual assault.

US correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Clinton leads, Trump promotes voter fraud on social media

Donald Trump's message of quote, widespread voter fraud in the American presidential race is being amplified by software, not by people, according to one analysis.

That said, the Republican candidate is trailing Hillary Clinton as the campaign days wind down.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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Yemen poised for 72-hour ceasefire

The United Nations says a temporary ceasefire will start on Thursday
in the troubled country on Yemen.

The 72-hour truce comes after more than 140 mourners were killed at a funeral.

UN correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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UPDATE: Belgium Prevents CETA from Moving Forward

European Union trade ministers have not signed off on the Canada-EU trade agreement—better known as CETA—during their meeting in Luxembourg.

And that's because one region in Belgium is not on board. 

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels. 


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Alleged rape at Houses of Parliament

A UK parliamentary aide has been arrested on suspicion of rape, following accusations of an alleged attack at the Houses of Parliament.


The incident is alleged to have taken place in the early hour of Friday and a 23 year old man has been bailed whilst further inquiries take place.


Our UK correspondent Natalie Powell reports.



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Inflation rises in the UK to two year high

Iraq's FM in Brussels for meetings with EU as assault on Mosul continues

Iraq's Foreign Minister is heading to Brussels to meet with European Union official, as Iraqi forces continue their assault on the city of Mosul.

They'll be discussing how Europe can help Iraq as it continues to battle the so-called Islamic State.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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Russia says it has stopped bombing Aleppo ahead of planned ceasefire

Russia says it has stopped bombing Aleppo as of 10am local time (0700 GMT) on Tuesday morning.
The Russian foreign ministry says this comes ahead of a eight hour ceasefire announced for Thursday which will allow civilians to evacuate.
Elena Casas has more from Moscow.

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Belgium Continues to Threaten CETA

European Union trade ministers are due to adopt the Canada-EU trade agreement—better known as CETA—as they meet Tuesday in Luxembourg.

But Belgium is still threatening to undermine the deal which could lead to a huge embarrassment for the EU.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels. 


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At least two dead in Germany after BASF plant explosion

At least two people are dead and another two are missing after an explosion at a factory of the BASF chemical company in Germany. 

The cause of the blast remains unknown and rescue efforts are continuing. 

Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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