A United Nations report says peacekeepers should "use force when
necessary" to adequately protect themselves and civilians.
The suggestion represents a radical shift in the way the world body
runs peacekeeping operations around the world.
Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.
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Tuesday, January 23, 2018
China, South Korea angry at US tarriffs
Beijing and Seoul are upset that the Trump administration has imposed significant tarriffs on solar panels and washing machines.
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign the new tarriffs into law, even as the policy is facing stiff criticism.
Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:
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Belgium reduces its terror alert level
The Belgian government is reducing the terrorism threat level from 3 to 2 meaning military patrols on the streets will be ended.
The country has been officially under a 'credible threat' since the Paris attacks in November 2015.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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Jazz legend Hugh Masekela dies at 78
Jazz trumpeter Hugh Masekela, known as the "Father of South African jazz" has died at his home in Johannesburg at the age of 78.
The veteran anti-apartheid campaigner gained global fame for his Afro-Jazz style. From Cape Town, Olly Barratt reports.
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River Seine breaks its banks and keeps rising after heavy rain
The River Seine in Paris has broken its banks and continues to rise after days of heavy rain in the French capital.
Visitors hoping for a romantic cruise this week may be disappointed - as all river traffic has been suspended.
Elena Casas reports from Paris.
Airline waste mistaken for extra-terrestrial object in India
In the Indian state of Haryana, a 10 kilogram chunk of ice was mistaken for an extra-terrestrial object.
Villagers saw the huge ball fall from the sky into a field and alerted the meteorological department. However, it turned out to be a leak from an airplane lavatory.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Villagers saw the huge ball fall from the sky into a field and alerted the meteorological department. However, it turned out to be a leak from an airplane lavatory.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Austria Plans to Sue the European Commission
Austria plans to the European Commission for giving the green light to Hungary to expand a nuclear power plant.
Austria says atomic energy doesn't combat climate or is in Europe's interest.
Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.
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Indian Supreme Court rejects appeals to ban controversial Bollywood film
India's Supreme Court has dismissed appeals to ban a controversial Bollywood film in two states.
The film, Padmaavat, has offended some extremist Hindu groups.
Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports
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More refugees from Manus island and Nauru headed to the US for resettlement
A second group of refugees that were accepted for resettlement in the United States has departed Australia's offshore detention centres.
Fifty eight refugees are flying from Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea to New York, joining 54 who have already arrived in the US from Manus Island and Nauru.
Arthur Stevens has more
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Fifty eight refugees are flying from Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea to New York, joining 54 who have already arrived in the US from Manus Island and Nauru.
Arthur Stevens has more
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U.S. government shutdown comes to an end [CLIPS]
The United States government shutdown has come to an end after three days.
President Trump signed a bill that temporarily extends funding for the
government until February 8th.
Off the back of several days of negotiations the U.S. Senate passed
the measure after Republicans promised to debate the topic of
immigration.
After the Senate passed the bill it was then sent to the House before
it could hit the President's desk.
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The shutdown meant that hundreds of thousands of federal employees
were placed on leave without pay. House Speaker Paul Ryan says the
three-day shutdown wasn't acceptable.
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Democrat and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi pointed the finger at
the Republicans for the shutdown.
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Immigration was a major sticking point during negotiations and
Democrats finally accepted the Republican proposal that ensures the
issue of immigration is debated in the coming weeks. White House Press
Secretary Sarah Sanders says this was President Donald Trump's plan
from the beginning.
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President Trump signed a bill that temporarily extends funding for the
government until February 8th.
Off the back of several days of negotiations the U.S. Senate passed
the measure after Republicans promised to debate the topic of
immigration.
After the Senate passed the bill it was then sent to the House before
it could hit the President's desk.
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The shutdown meant that hundreds of thousands of federal employees
were placed on leave without pay. House Speaker Paul Ryan says the
three-day shutdown wasn't acceptable.
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Democrat and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi pointed the finger at
the Republicans for the shutdown.
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Immigration was a major sticking point during negotiations and
Democrats finally accepted the Republican proposal that ensures the
issue of immigration is debated in the coming weeks. White House Press
Secretary Sarah Sanders says this was President Donald Trump's plan
from the beginning.
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Monday, January 22, 2018
French UN ambassador calls on Turkey for restraint over Syria, presses for immediate aid access
Two days after Turkey's military pushed into northern Syria in an offensive against the Syrian Kurdish militia, the United Nations Security Council met behind closed doors Monday to discuss the latest developments.
France had called earlier for an emergency session over concerns that Turkey's latest move could further escalate tensions.
Speaking to journalists afterwards, the French ambassador Francois Delattre said he had underscored France's position to the 15-member body.
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Much of the French ambassador's focus during the closed door session was also on the humanitarian situation in Syria, especially in eastern Ghouta and Idlib.
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Francois Delattre called for immediate and unhindered humanitarian access, and for efforts to stabilize conditions and pave the way for a political peace process in Syria.
Repatriation of Rohingya delayed
The planned repatriation of hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees
-- set to begin this week --- has been delayed.
The Muslim minority fled their country beginning in August, after an
uptick in violence erupted between insurgents and Buddhist national
security forces,
Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin reports
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-- set to begin this week --- has been delayed.
The Muslim minority fled their country beginning in August, after an
uptick in violence erupted between insurgents and Buddhist national
security forces,
Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin reports
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US urges Turkey to limit Syria campaign
The U.S. is urging Turkey to limit its operations around Afrin.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed that Afrin would be sorted out, and they will not step back.
Turkish forces are trying to oust Syrians with strong ties to the Kurds from the area, as concerns remain about the Kurds goals of an independent Kurdish state.
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders echoed U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson in urging a limited operation, especially in light of the large numbers of civilians.
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Facebook can’t guarantee it’s “good for democracy”
Facebook says it cannot guarantee that it's good for democracy.
It's after accusations that the social media site was used to spread
false information to voters.
Facebook says it's trying to do whatever it can to stop alleged
meddling in elections by Russia or any other countries.
US correspondent, Frances Read, reports.
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It's after accusations that the social media site was used to spread
false information to voters.
Facebook says it's trying to do whatever it can to stop alleged
meddling in elections by Russia or any other countries.
US correspondent, Frances Read, reports.
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Resignations from Top Leadership at USA Gymnastics' Board of Directors
The top leadership of USA Gymnastics' board of directors has resigned.
The announcement of their resignations follows intense public criticism of USA Gymnastics and its management of the sexual abuse scandal involving team doctor Larry Nassar.
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details.
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US orders extra cargo screening on Middle East airlines
The US administration has ordered cargo flights operated by five Middle Eastern countries to carry out extra screening measures.
America authorities warn there is a threat of terrorism from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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America authorities warn there is a threat of terrorism from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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Senate Reaches Deal to End Shutdown
The US Senate is voting to end the government shutdown after reaching a compromise deal on the issue of immigration.
Democrats have withheld their approval for the latest short-term budget resolution over concern for so-called 'dreamers'.
Republicans have made a compromise - to allow Democrats to help craft immigration reform that would include protections for children who grew up without legal status.
Democrat Senator Dick Durbin is reassuring them.
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Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer says Republicans have made it hard to negotiate...
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India Leads on Surging Global Growth Forecasts
India is becoming the fastest growing major economy according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund.
Along with an overall pickup in global growth, the IMF says the United States will be boosted by recent Trump tax cuts.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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Rex Tillerson hails 'treasured' US relationship with UK on visit to London
The US Secretary of State has visited the new American embassy in London, just days after Donald Trump cancelled a trip to Britain citing anger over the building.
Rex Tillerson met with British Prime Minister Theresa May and with Boris Johnson, the foreign secretary, to discuss security and the Iran nuclear deal.
He denied reports that the traditionally strong US-UK alliance was under strain.
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US to move embassy to Jerusalem earlier than expected
The US embassy in Israel will move from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem before the end of 2019 - earlier than expected.
The decision last year by President Trump to move the embassy caused outrage across the middle east.
Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.
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