The United Nations Security Council is holding consultations behind
closed doors to discuss the situation in Kashmir.
Tension between Pakistan and India have escalated after New Delhi's
decision to revoke the special status of its part of the disputed
region.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Friday, August 16, 2019
US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib refuses Israeli conditions for visit
US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib says she won't visit her grandmother in the West Bank because of "oppressive conditions" from Israel.
On Thursday, Israel barred Tlaib and fellow Congresswoman Ilhan Omar from a planned trip - but the authorities later gave Tlaib permission to visit her relative under certain conditions.
Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more
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Greenland tells Trump 'We're not for sale'
'We are not for sale' Greenland's response to reports President Trump is interested in buying the Danish territory
According to US media reports Mr Trump has quizzed advisers about the abundance of rich resources available there and whether a purchase was possible
In Washington here's Kevin McAleese...
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According to US media reports Mr Trump has quizzed advisers about the abundance of rich resources available there and whether a purchase was possible
In Washington here's Kevin McAleese...
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SOUTH SUDAN CONFLIT
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Renewed fighting in South Sudan has triggered new displacement.
The clashes reported in the Upper Nile State have forced people to flee their homes.
The delivery of much-needed humanitarian assistance has also been suspended as Aid agencies relocate to safer areas.
Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.
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Twitter: @mbaleke
Website: www.featurestorynews.com Address: Regency Apartments & Suites, Plot 30, Lugogo Bypass, Kampala. (Uganda)
British Parties Divided on How To Avoid No Deal Brexit
British parties remain divided on how to avoid a no-deal exit from the European Union.
This, after UK opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn announced he plans to remove the current Government through a vote of no confidence, and from a time limited caretaker government.
Natalie Powell reports.
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Russian court softens on Baring Vostok case
A French investor has been freed from a Russian prison and placed under house arrest. Philippe Delpal is one of several executives from Baring Vostok facing fraud charges in Russia. Julia Chapman reports.
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TRUMP HAILS PROGRESS WITH UK TOWARDS TRADE DEAL
US President Donald Trump says rapid progress is being made towards a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK.
President Trump says a deal could take effect the day after Brexit which covers all sectors and initially lasts around six months.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been in regular contact with President Trump as he works to secure Brexit for October 31st.
Mr Johnson faces opposition from many lawmakers who believe a 'no deal' Brexit will damage the UK economy.
But President Trump says he's optimistic.
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President Trump says a deal could take effect the day after Brexit which covers all sectors and initially lasts around six months.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been in regular contact with President Trump as he works to secure Brexit for October 31st.
Mr Johnson faces opposition from many lawmakers who believe a 'no deal' Brexit will damage the UK economy.
But President Trump says he's optimistic.
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UNSC to take up Kashmir issue
The United Nations Security Council is slated to hold a rare meeting on Kashmir two weeks after India stripped the region of its autonomy.
The meeting is being held at China's behest- an all weather ally of Pakistan.
India and Pakistan both stake claim to Kashmir in full but govern only parts of the region.
Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.
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The meeting is being held at China's behest- an all weather ally of Pakistan.
India and Pakistan both stake claim to Kashmir in full but govern only parts of the region.
Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.
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TUVALU: Australia more concerned about its economy than survival of other nations
Tuvalu's prime minister has declared that Australia is only concerned about saving its economy while the Pacific is fighting to save its people.
He was speaking at the Pacific Islands Forum.
Arthur Stevens reports
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He was speaking at the Pacific Islands Forum.
Arthur Stevens reports
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NEW ZEALAND: Australian tourist shot to death on North Island
An Australian man has been shot dead in a campervan in a random attack in New Zealand, before his killer stole the vehicle and drove it for an hour with his body still inside.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne
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Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne
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Thursday, August 15, 2019
SOUTH AFRICAN PRESIDENT TANZANIA VISIT
President Cyril Ramaphosa is in Tanzania on a two day state visit upon the invitation of his Tanzanian counterpart president Magufuli.
Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es salaam.
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Israel bans two Democratic Congresswomen from visit
Israel has banned US Democratic congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib from visiting the country.
The move came after encouragement from President Trump, who tweeted Thursday that Israel would "show great weakness" if the congresswomen, who he's accused of hating Jews, were allowed into the country.
Israel had previously said they would allow the visit to take place.
Rebecca Foster reports from Washington.
The move came after encouragement from President Trump, who tweeted Thursday that Israel would "show great weakness" if the congresswomen, who he's accused of hating Jews, were allowed into the country.
Israel had previously said they would allow the visit to take place.
Rebecca Foster reports from Washington.
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Epstein autopsy finds multiple broken neck bones: Washington Post
An autopsy has found that Jeffrey Epstein who was found hanging in his
prison cell last weekend broke several bones in his neck.
The financier was awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges and the
circumstances around his death has sparked widespread speculation.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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prison cell last weekend broke several bones in his neck.
The financier was awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges and the
circumstances around his death has sparked widespread speculation.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Gibraltar releases Iranian tanker, despite US plea
Gibraltar has released an Iranian oil tanker despite a last minute
plea from US authorities to detain it for longer.
America was pushing for the tanker, already held for a month, to be
kept over fears it was transporting oil to Syria, in breach of EU
sanctions.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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plea from US authorities to detain it for longer.
America was pushing for the tanker, already held for a month, to be
kept over fears it was transporting oil to Syria, in breach of EU
sanctions.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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Trump urges Chinese President to 'meet personally with Hong Kong protesters'
President Trump is predicting an 'enlightened ending to the Hong Kong problem' if his Chinese counterpart meets with protesters
Trump's latest comment on the 10-week long pro-democracy demonstrations came after he hinted he could discuss the issue in a meeting with President Xi Jinping
Kevin McAleese reports from Washington...
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Trump's latest comment on the 10-week long pro-democracy demonstrations came after he hinted he could discuss the issue in a meeting with President Xi Jinping
Kevin McAleese reports from Washington...
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US markets rebound after worst day of 2019
US markets have opened higher after fears of a global recession
prompted the worst trading day of 2019 on Wednesday.
A potential US-China trade compromise buoyed investors to help the rebound.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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prompted the worst trading day of 2019 on Wednesday.
A potential US-China trade compromise buoyed investors to help the rebound.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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6 police officers injured in shootout in Philadelphia
A suspect is in custody after 6 police officers were injured in a seven-hour gun battle in the US city of Philadelphia.
Our US correspondent Giles Gibson has more
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Ethiopia works to abolish harmful practices on children
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Ethiopia has launched a plan that targets to end child marriage and female genital mutilation in parts of the country.
It is including the legal , education and health sectors in the fight with the hope that by finding permanent solutions to the causes of the acts, it will end the vices in 5 years time .
Coletta Wanjohi Reports:
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US BIDS TO DETAIN IRANIAN TANKER
The US is making a court application to detain an Iranian tanker seized off Gibraltar last month.
Authorities in the British territory were preparing to release the ship.
UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.
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Authorities in the British territory were preparing to release the ship.
UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.
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France pays tribute to African WW2 soldiers
French President Emmanuel Macron has paid tribute to African soldiers who took part in the Allied invasion of Southern France 75 years ago.
The huge deployment of troops from France's former colonies is known as "the other D-Day" and played a critical role in liberating the country.
Mr Macron was joined by the leaders of the Ivory Coast and Guinea as well as former French President Nicolas Sarkozy.
Our Paris Correspondent Oliver Whitfield-Miocic reports.
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