RADIO: WESTERN DRC VIOLENCE

Militiamen in the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken control of a village in the western territory of Kwamouth following months of fighting with a rival ethnic group in the region. Local authorities say fighters of a militia group known as Mobondo raided the village of Nshemamfum and forced scores of civilians to flee the area. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....

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Jury selection begins in Trump attorney Kenneth Chesebro Georgia elections case

Jury selection begins today (FRIDAY) in the trial of former Trump attorney Kenneth Chesebro. He's the alleged architect of the fake electors plot that aimed to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. Toni Waterman has more.

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France warns of heavy punishments for fake bomb threats

French officials say that those responsible for making fake bomb
threats will face heavy punishments.

The country is on a heightened state of alert following the fatal
stabbing of a teacher.

William Denselow reports from Paris.

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Switzerland prepares to vote in general elections

Voters in Switzerland will go to the polls this weekend in the country's general elections. The right-wing Swiss People's Party is expected to dominate amid cost pressures and growing concerns over migration. Julia Chapman reports from London.
 
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LABOUR WINS TWO BY-ELECTIONS IN BLOW TO SUNAK

The UK's governing Conservative party has lost two Westminster seats to Labour in by-election results that are a huge blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

The Labour Party overturned large majorities in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Canada withdraws 41 diplomats from India amid tension

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41 Canadian diplomats have left India amid tensions between the two nations over the killing of a Sikh Canadian citizen.

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Jolie says India was quote - unethically - planning on revoking diplomatic immunity for many of the diplomats.

New Delhi had warned last month about downsizing Canada's diplomatic presence.

Ishan Garg tells us more.

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Israel-Hamas: China and Russia ready to co-ordinate policy

CUE: Beijing and Moscow are ready to coordinate with each other over the conflict in Israel and Gaza, according to Russian and Chinese state media. Beijing's special envoy for the Middle East met Russia's deputy foreign minister in Qatar for talks on the situation on Thursday.

 Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong

 

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Biden urges funding to support Israel & Ukraine in Oval Office speech

In an Oval Office address US President Joe Biden has said Russia's
president and Hamas both want to "annihilate" democracies.

President Biden used the speech to urge Americans to get behind the
idea of sending billions of dollars to support Israel and Ukraine.

He's expected to ask Congress on Friday to pass $100 billion dollars in funding.

Nick Harper was watching the speech in Washington.

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Two Prominent Ex-Governors Kick Off Indonesian Presidential Race

Two prominent ex-governors are first to put their hats in the ring for the race to become Indonesia's next president.

The southeast Asian nation goes to the polls in February next year in the world's largest direct presidential vote.

Patrick Fok reports.

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US stocks down after Fed Chair comments

US stocks closed down on Thursday following remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

Powell acknowledged progress in bringing down inflation, but said it was 'still too high'.

Sally Patterson has more.

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Israeli troops told they'll see Gaza "from inside" soon

Israel has told its troops they will see Gaza "from inside" soon, amid
continued speculation about a possible ground offensive.

It comes as aid convoys are waiting to cross from Egypt into Gaza to
help more than 2 million Palestinians in need of food, water and
medicine.

An estimated 20 trucks are expected to enter Gaza through the Rafah
crossing on Friday.

Ross Cullen reports from Tel Aviv.

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House Speaker: Jim Jordan suspends bid amid push to empower McHenry

Republican Jim Jordan is suspending his bid to become the Speaker of
the House of Representatives after he lost two votes in two days.

There's now a movement to try and empower interim Speaker Patrick
McHenry to give him powers to pass legislation, to end the paralysis
on Capitol Hill.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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U.S. journalist detained while in Russia to see family

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A journalist working for a U.S. government funded media company has been detained in Russia.
U.S.-Russian citizen Alsu Kurmasheva has been charged with being a foreign agent.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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US issues Worldwide Caution alert for citizens overseas

The United States has warned its citizens overseas to be extra cautious in light of increased tensions around the world.

The US Department of State issued a rare Worldwide Caution alert on Thursday, citing the risk of attacks against Americans.

This comes following protests across several countries in the Middle East in response to the Israel-Gaza war.

Sally Patterson reports from New York.

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Trump lawyer Sidney Powell pleads guilty to Georgia election interference

Former Trump lawyer Sidney Powell has pleaded guilty in the Georgia
election interference case, after she claimed ballot fraud in the 2020
presidential vote.

She is the second defendant to accept a plea deal in this case, which
centres around the former president's efforts to stay in power.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US eases Venezuelan oil sanctions in election deal

The US is easing oil, gas and gold restrictions on Venezuela after President Nicolas Maduro's government struck a deal with the opposition party to hold free elections next year.  The Biden Administration calls the agreement a democratic development - but Republicans say it's "absurd" to ease sanctions on one of the worst regimes in the world. Toni Waterman has more.

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Suspect in Tupac murder trial in court

The man accused of killing rapper Tupac Shakur is due in court on Thursday.

Duane Keith Davis is set to be arraigned on a murder charge in connection with the drive-by killing in 1996.

Sally Patterson has more.

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Gaza waits for first aid convoys from Egypt

Palestinians in Gaza are waiting for aid convoys to start entering the
country from Egypt.

It follows a deal brokered between US President Joe Biden and Israeli
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow aid into the Gaza Strip.

An estimated 20 trucks could enter Gaza through the Rafah crossing.

But at present the entry point from Egypt remains closed, as Sarah
Coates in Tel Aviv reports.

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As Sarah Coates in Tel Aviv reports, conditions in Gaza are
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Sarah Coates in Tel Aviv reports that tensions are rising in Tel Aviv
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US House expected to hold third Speaker vote

The US House of Representatives is expected to hold a third vote to
try and confirm conservative Republican Jim Jordan as the new House
Speaker.

Jordan has lost two rounds over two days, and there's mounting
opposition to his bid.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UK PRIME MINISTER IN ISRAEL, CALLS FOR AID TO GAZA

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says he'd like "further progress" on delivering "crucial" aid like water, food, and medicine to residents of Gaza.

He's in Israel on a two-day visit.

Having met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Thursday - the two agreed "on the importance" of such aid, according to Downing Street.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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