The truce between Israel and Hamas is set to take effect at 10am local
time on Thursday.
The agreement will see Hamas release 50 hostages from Gaza over the
next four days.
However, the names of the people who will be announced until just
before they are released.
Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv.
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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Hungarian Government Establishes Sovereignty Defense Office
Hungary's ruling party has proposed a bill to imprison those receiving foreign financial aid during election campaigns. The government claims it aims to eliminate foreign influence, but opposition parties argue it's designed to suppress criticism before next year's European Parliament elections.
Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest
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Guinea to investigate former president Conde for alleged treason
Guinea's ruling junta has ordered an investigation into the country's former president, Alpha Conde for alleged acts of treason.
It comes two years after the ex-president was ousted from power in a military coup.
Correspondent, Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports.
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Pope Francis calls for peace after meeting with Israeli and Palestinian families
Pope Francis has called for peace after meeting Israelis with family members being held as hostages by Hamas.
In a separate meeting on Wednesday, he also met with families of Palestinians in Gaza.
Giles Gibson has more from Rome.
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Strange Disease Kills 14 People in Uganda
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Fourteen people in Uganda are suspected to have died of Anthrax, a highly infectious disease that is gotten from eating meat of infected animals.
The disease usually infects animals like cattle, goats, or sheep.
The Health Ministry has sent a team of experts to investigate the illness.
Isabel Nakirya reports
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SEVERAL US SOLDIERS INJURED AFTER MISSILE ATTACK ON IRAQ AIRBASE
The Pentagon has confirmed that a US Airbase in Iraq has been hit by a ballistic missile attack.
It comes as American bases in the Middle East report an increase in attacks on soldiers stationed in the region.
Trent Murray reports.
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Trent Murray reports.
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Nigeria Accuses Finland of Encouraging Separatist to Wreak Havoc
Military authorities in Nigeria have accused Finland of encouraging a separatist, Simon Ekpa to wreak havoc in Nigeria.
Nigeria's Defence Chief, Christopher Musa says Ekpa has been declaring sit-at-home orders across the south-east part of the country.
Tesem Akende reports from Jos.
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Rescuers hope to evacuate 41 trapped Indian workers in the next 2 days
Eleven days in, an ongoing operation to rescue 41 workers trapped in a collapsed tunnel in India's Uttarakhand region is at a crucial juncture.
Rescuers say they are hopeful that the workers could be rescued in the next two days as the resumption of drilling with the help of a heavy machine is likely to speed up rescue efforts.
Priyata Brajabasi has more.
Rescuers say they are hopeful that the workers could be rescued in the next two days as the resumption of drilling with the help of a heavy machine is likely to speed up rescue efforts.
Priyata Brajabasi has more.
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G20 virtual leaders summit to focus on development and 'emerging challenges'
Intro:
Leaders of the G20 group will hold a virtual session to discuss issues specific to the developing world as well as quote new emerging challenges.
It's expected that the Israel-Hamas war and the Ukraine crisis will be on the agenda.
The meeting will be hosted by Chair India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ishan Garg has more.
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BRICS nations call for ceasefire in Gaza
Intro:
The BRICS grouping which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
While Chair South Africa and member China criticized Israel – India took a more moderate approach.
New Delhi emphasized its support for a peaceful Palestinian state.
Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar said the focus must remain on providing humanitarian assistance and the safety of hostages.
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Chinese police arrest CEO of video-game livestreaming platform, but no reason given
CUE: In China, a livestreaming platform says police have arrested its chief executive, weeks after reports emerged that he could not be contacted.
He's the latest in a growing line of Chinese politicians and business people who have disappeared from public view as they are investigated for alleged wrongdoing.
Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong.
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S Korea cancels agreement with North after rocket launch
South Korea is suspending a military agreement with North Korea in retaliation to Pyongyang firing a rocket on Tuesday.
North Korea says it successfully launched a satellite into orbit.
South Korea, the US, and Japan are working to verify the claim.
Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo
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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Fed minutes snap Wall Street hot streak
A five day hot streak has come to an end on Wall Street following the
release of minutes from the Federal Reserve's last policy meeting.
With inflation remaining stubbornly high the Fed provided no guidance
on when it will start lowering interest rates.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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release of minutes from the Federal Reserve's last policy meeting.
With inflation remaining stubbornly high the Fed provided no guidance
on when it will start lowering interest rates.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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UN calls on Security Council to prioritize ending the war in Ukraine
The United Nations Security Council has heard that there are
indications that attacks against civilians and civilian
infrastructure may escalate in Ukraine.
The council received a briefing from the UN secretariat on the
situation in Ukraine ahead of the upcoming cold season.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...
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indications that attacks against civilians and civilian
infrastructure may escalate in Ukraine.
The council received a briefing from the UN secretariat on the
situation in Ukraine ahead of the upcoming cold season.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...
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Gaza hostage deal expected
Reports suggest a deal to release around 50 hostages held in Gaza has
been reached.
The agreement will see a multi-day ceasefire in return for Hamas
releasing Israeli and international hostages.
Both the US and Israel say they expect to provide more details, and
"good news" soon.
State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller addressed the current talks.
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been reached.
The agreement will see a multi-day ceasefire in return for Hamas
releasing Israeli and international hostages.
Both the US and Israel say they expect to provide more details, and
"good news" soon.
State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller addressed the current talks.
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ENGLAND'S CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER GIVES EVIDENCE AT COVID INQUIRY
England's Chief Medical Officer at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic says in hindsight the first lockdown came too late - though claims there were no "good" options at the time.
Professor Chris Whitty was frequently seen standing next to politicians to provide scientific insight during a series of Covid-19 televised briefings.
He testified on Tuesday at the Covid-19 inquiry in London, which seeks to find what lessons can be learned about the Government's pandemic response.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
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Biden and Xi agree on curbing fentanyl
U.S President Joe Biden says counternarcotics cooperation between the
U.S and China was a top deliverable out of the talks with President Xi
Jinping.
Speaking on Tuesday, Biden says this is an important step to curb the
flow of fentanyl into the country.
Biden and Xi met during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit last week.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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U.S and China was a top deliverable out of the talks with President Xi
Jinping.
Speaking on Tuesday, Biden says this is an important step to curb the
flow of fentanyl into the country.
Biden and Xi met during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit last week.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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Musk sues nonprofit over antisemitic accusation
Elon Musk has sued Media Matters for America accusing the nonprofit of
trying to drive advertisers from the social media platform X.
This comes after the advocacy group accused the site formerly known as
Twitter of posting adverts alongside antisemitic content.
Musk was recently accused of antisemitism after seemingly endorsing a
post that accused Jewish communities of advocating for hatred against
white people. Musk denies this saying he was only referring to certain
groups.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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trying to drive advertisers from the social media platform X.
This comes after the advocacy group accused the site formerly known as
Twitter of posting adverts alongside antisemitic content.
Musk was recently accused of antisemitism after seemingly endorsing a
post that accused Jewish communities of advocating for hatred against
white people. Musk denies this saying he was only referring to certain
groups.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Israel-Hamas prisoner-hostage swap, temporary truce deal imminent
A deal between Israel and Hamas could be announced within hours; to free some hostages held in Gaza, in exchange for a pause in fighting according to U.S. officials quoted in the media.
Qatar has been helping negotiations being brokered by the U.S. with all sides stressing there needs to be an announcement before it's official.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Standoff continues at OpenAI
More than 700 members of staff at OpenAI - almost the entire workforce
- have now signed a letter calling for the company's board to bring
back ousted CEO Sam Altman.
The employees say the board is incapable of overseeing AI and should resign.
Microsoft has already given Altman a job heading up a new AI department.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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- have now signed a letter calling for the company's board to bring
back ousted CEO Sam Altman.
The employees say the board is incapable of overseeing AI and should resign.
Microsoft has already given Altman a job heading up a new AI department.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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