Protests greet Jeff Bezos in India

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is in India where he's expected to hold meetings with various government officials and possibly also the Indian Prime Minister.

Thousands of small traders are holding protests against Amazon accusing the company of indulging in unfair practices that have put local shops out of business.

Neha Poonia has more.

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US Democrats in final debate for state voting begins

In the US, the top tier Democrat candidates have fought over foriegn
policy and climate change in the final debate before states begin to
vote on who should take on President Donald Trump in November's
election.

It was billed as a make-or-break two hour televised debate, but the
six candidates played it safe, careful not to antagonize potential
future running-mates or alienate voters.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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CHINA: TRADE DEAL WON’T AFFECT IMPORT VOLUMES FROM OTHER COUNTRIES

China says its pledge to ramp up imports from the United States as part of a trade deal between the two countries won't affect import volumes from other countries.

That's despite analysts saying the eye-popping commitments are likely to mean it diverts trade away from markets that compete with the US.

Patrick Fok reports.

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U.S. President Trump Plans to Divert Billions in Border Wall Funding

The White House is reportedly planning to divert about $7.2 billion in additional Pentagon funding… towards building a wall along the US-Mexico border.  The funds are reportedly five times what Congress has authorized.  

Jillian Wolf reports from New York. 

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U.S. Attorney General calls on Apple to unlock US base shooter’s phone

The United States Attorney General William Barr has called on Apple to
unlock two phones belonging to a gunman who opened fire at a U.S.
base.

Three sailors were killed and eight were wounded in what Barr
describes as an act of terror.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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BORIS JOHNSON: HUAWEI CRITICS MUST GIVE "ALTERNATIVES"

Boris Johnson has insisted that he would not risk Britain's security when upgrading the nation's 5G network. 

The UK, which is nearing a decision over whether to allow Huawei to help build its systems, has been under increasing pressure from the U.S. to block the firm. 

But Mr Johnson said opponents of the Chinese telecoms giant needed to "come up alternatives." 

Our UK correspondent Holly Hudson has more. 

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House Vote on Wednesday to send impeachment articles to Senate

Nancy Pelosi says the House will vote on Wednesday to send the articles of impeachment to the Senate and kick start President Trump's long-awaited trial this week.

 

The House Speaker talked to colleagues in a closed door meeting at the Capitol and also said there would be a vote on a resolution to appoint impeachment managers.

 

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports….

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Cybersecurity firm says Burisma hacked by Russian military

Cybersecurity experts say the Ukrainian gas company at the centre of U.S. President Donald Trump's impeachment has been hacked by Russia's military.

Burisma's board previously featured Hunter Biden, the son of ex-Vice President Joe Biden.

Our correspondent Giles Gibson has more

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European powers trigger dispute mechanism over Iran nuclear deal

European powers have triggered a mediation process within the nuclear deal with Iran, after the country took a further step back from its commitments to restrict its nuclear programme. 

In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Britain, France and Germany said they had no choice but to take action, after Tehran voted to discard more restrictions imposed by 2015 accord. 

The EU's foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell will be overseeing the process- he's been speaking in Brussels: 

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UK PM BORIS JOHNSON ON PRINCE HARRY & MEGHAN MARKLE

UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has said he is "absolutely confident" the British Royal Family would be able to resolve the crisis surrounding the future of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

His comments come after the Queen gave her "full support" to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex following their announcement that they want to "step back" as full-time royals

Stuart Smith, reports from London.

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Europeans to trigger Iran nuclear deal dispute resolution mechanism

France, Britain and Germany will on Tuesday inform the European Union on Tuesday that they are triggering a dispute mechanism in the Iran nuclear deal following renewed violations by Tehran of the 2015 accord, two diplomats have said. 

Lucy Hough (HOFF) has the latest from Brussels: 

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Microsoft CEO saying saddened by the Citizenship Law stirs an uproar in India

In India, supporters of the country's ruling party have slammed the media for misrepresenting comments made by Satya Nadella regarding India's Citizenship law.

The legislation fast tracks citizenship for non-Muslim immigrants and has been criticized as unsecular by critics.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson calls on US President Donald Trump to renegotiate new Iran nuclear deal

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged US President Donald Trump to replace the current deal which is meant to stop Iran acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Mr Johnson says the UK would support the existing arrangement until a replacement is found, but admits that "from the American perspective, it's a flawed deal."

Benji Hyer reports. 

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African Union to hold meeting on Libya

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The Africans Union says it will hold a new round of Libya peace talks later this month.

The AU hopes to gather Libya's factions in Brazzaville, in The Republic of Congo on 25th January.

A meeting between the UN backed Government of National Accord and the Libyan National Army in Moscow has failed to confirm a peace deal, with the LNA asking for more time.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa: 

 

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TRUDEAU: 'MORE TALKS NEEDED' ON HARRY AND MEGHAN PLAN

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says more talks are needed to work out details like security costs for Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's move to the country.

The Queen agreed on Monday to put a 'transition' in place during which the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will split their time between Britain and Canada.

It follows the couple announcing last week they would step down as senior Royals and seek financial independence.

Reporter Matthew Thompson is at Sandringham where the Royal Family held talks.

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Libya talks end without deal

Libya peace talks being held in Moscow have ended without a meeting between the two rival leaders, and without a formal ceasefire agreement. Moscow Correspondent Lucy Taylor reports. 

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Chinese take first place in Thailand

New figures show Chinese investment in Thailand surged through 2019. According to officials at the Board of Investment it's partly a result of the US-China trade war.

Daniel Quinlan reports.

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US expels 21 Saudi cadets following mass shooting

The United States has expelled 21 Saudi cadets, who were training in
the US, following a deadly shooting at a Florida air base.

A Saudi national killed 3 servicemen and injured eight others in the
attack last month.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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MAN PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO HANUKKAH PARTY HATE CRIME

A man accused of a machete attack on a Hanukkah party near New York City
has pleaded not guilty to federal hate crime charges.

Five people were injured in the stabbing in December. One man remains
critically ill.

Sarah Walton reports from White Plains court in New York.

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Chinese trade delegation arrive in Washington ahead of trade deal signing

The Chinese trade delegation led by Vice Premier Liu has arrived in Washington DC ahead of signing a trade agreement with the US.

The phase one deal is expected to be signed on Wednesday and brings some respite in the ongoing trade dispute between the world's two largest economies.

Kate fisher reports from washington

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