Wednesday, September 18, 2019

More than 160 North Koreans detained by Russia after boat attack

Russian border guards have detained more than 160 crew members from two North Korean vessels detained in the Sea of Japan.

The boats were suspected of being involved in illegal fishing off the coast and the crew could face life in prison.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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South Africa to still be chair of African Union in 2020

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The African Union Commission says South Africa's position as Chair of the AU in 2020 , will not be revoked .
There has been speculation that following the violence in the country by South Africans against other African nationals , the AU may change its position.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa: 

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U.S. considering plans to confront Uighur issue at UNGA

The United States is considering how to confront China over its human
rights record during next week's United Nations General Assembly.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says seek to call Beijing out over the
country's treatment of ethnic Uighurs and other Muslims.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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UK SUPREME COURT HEARS PROROGATION CASE

The suspension of Parliament should not be a matter for the UK's Supreme Court.

That's what the government's lawyer has told the court on the second day of its hearings on the issue.

The Court is hearing two appeals on the matter - with campaigners insisting the government prorogued Parliament until 14th October to avoid Brexit scrutiny.

A decision could be handed down within days.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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Drone attacks in Saudi Arabia have adverse effects on India's fuel prices

Oil prices continue to spike globally after the attack on a Saudi Arabian refinery on Saturday. 

India, the world's third largest consumer of oil, is greatly concerned.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi

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European Parliament passes Brexit resolution

The European Parliament passed a resolution on Brexit, reaffirming its supports for the EU's key points in negotiations with the United Kingdom.

Lawmakers also agreed to an extension beyond the October 31st deadline for UK to leave the bloc, if the British government requests it.

Ira Spitzer reports from Brussels.

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India announces ban on e-cigarettes

India has banned e-cigarettes with immediate effect.

The government said it was taking the step because of health risks associated with vaping.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Vladimir Putin speaks to Saudi Arabia's crown prince

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday, two days after saying that Russia is willing to help defend Riyadh's oil facilities by selling it S-400 missile systems.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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Vladimir Putin speaks to Saudi Arabia's crown prince

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday, two days after saying that Russia is willing to help defend Riyadh's oil facilities by selling it S-400 missile systems.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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AUSTRALIA: Chinese political donor's wife flees Australia after tax bill issued

The wife of banned Chinese political donor Huang Xiangmo fled Australia the day the Australian Taxation Office issued the couple a $140 million tax bill according to court documents.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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European MEPs vote on Brexit resolution

The European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution outlining their position on the UK's exit from the European Union, which is currently due to happen at the end of October.

EU officials again called for the UK to present an alternative plan to resolve the so-called Irish backstop issue.

Ira Spitzer has more from Brussels.

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ISRAEL ELECTION NECK AND NECK

Israel's second election in five months appears to have produced an inconclusive result.

Israeli media believe Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's party and that of Benny Gantz are effectively neck and neck in terms of seats in parliament.

Mr Netanyahu's right-wing Likud Party faced a challenge from Benny Gantz's centrist Blue and White party.

James Sorene, CEO of Israel think-tank BICOM, says it looks like a difficult outcome for Benjamin Netanyahu.

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JUNCKER: PREPARED TO WORK 'DAY IN, DAY OUT' FOR BREXIT DEAL

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker says he'll work 'day in, day out' to reach a Brexit deal with the UK.

Speaking in Strasbourg to MEPs, Mr Juncker said the risk of a 'no deal' Brexit is 'palpable'.

But he says the EU is willing to listen to proposals from the UK to replace the controversial Irish border backstop.

He's been updating the European Parliament after holding talks with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson in Luxembourg on Monday.

Mr Juncker says they were useful.

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Nigerian Army court martial General over alleged stolen $1.1 million



The Nigerian Army has commenced the trial of a major general over alleged stolen $1.1 million by some soldiers under his command.

Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja, the nation's capital.


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Pakistan occupied Kashmir part of India says India's Foreign Minister

India's Foreign Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a press conference to mark 100 days of the Modi government's second term in power. 

The minister listed down key achievements and also answered questions around India's deteriorating  relationship with neighbour Pakistan.

Radhika Bajaj has more details. 

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UK SUPREME COURT PROROGATION CASE CONTINUES

The UK's Supreme Court is holding a second day of hearings into whether it was unlawful for Boris Johnson to suspend Parliament.

Critics of the Prime Minister say he prorogued Parliament to avoid scrutiny of Brexit and misled the Queen with his advice.

The government argues that it wanted to bring a Parliamentary session to an end so it could set out a new legislative agenda - and says this is not a matter for the courts.

Matthew Thompson reports.

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Vladimir Putin to meet Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold talks with China's Prime Minister Li Keqiang in Moscow on Wednesday. The meeting comes at a time when the two sides have expanded trade ties in the face of Beijing's on-going trade war with the US.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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UGANDA RWANDA TALKS ON EXTRADITION

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Uganda and Rwanda have agreed to finalize the treaty on extradition in order to provide a basis for the future exchange of criminal fugitives.

 

The two countries have accused each other of harboring groups that want to undermine their country's security.

 

This move has created tension between the two States, forcing Rwanda to close its border with Uganda.

 

Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.


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Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Trump Admin to Revoke California's Emissions Control Authority

The Trump administration is expected to formally revoke California's legal authority to set auto emissions rules that are stricter than the federal government's rules. 

The move sets up a legal battle between the federal government and California, the most populous state in the U.S.


Rachel Silverman has this report from San Francisco. 

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Justice Department Sues for Proceeds from Snowden's Book

The United States Department of Justice is suing for the proceeds from a memoir written by former CIA employee and National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden. The Department of Justice says the book violates non-disclosure agreements he signed with the US government. 

Rachel Silverman has that story. 



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