Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Politico names Italian PM Giorgia Meloni "the most powerful person in Europe"


Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has been named "the most powerful person in Europe" in an annual list published by the news website, Politico.

Our Rome correspondent Giles Gibson has more.

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EU urges against revenge in Syria

The European Union's foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas has urged
against acts of revenge and retaliation in Syria.

She says early signals following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad were
promising but adds that it's too soon to issue a verdict.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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ISRAEL CONFIRMS STRIKES INSIDE SYRIA

Israel's confirmed it carried out airstrikes in Syria as part of efforts to neutralise military assets after the fall of the Assad regime.

Israeli officials also say Syria's naval fleet has been destroyed.

Arab states have criticised Israel's strikes and its movement of troops in the Syrian border areas.

Jotam Confino is the Middle East Correspondent for The Telegraph and says Israel believes it has to take an opportunity

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In Syria's capital Damascus, many people have been returning to work, and shops reopening, with the new Prime Minister calling for a period of 'stability and calm.'

Pakistan's Ex Spy chief faces charges of political activism

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Pakistan's former intelligence chief has been charged for engaging in 'political activism', as he faces allegations of conspiring with former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 'destabilise the country'.

This decision comes after a months-long investigation and legal proceedings under the Pakistan Army Act.

The trial is ongoing, with the final verdict yet to be announced.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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India evacuates 75 nationals out of Syria

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The Indian government says it has safely evaluated 75 of its citizens from Syria after rebels took over the country earlier this week. 


Estimates suggest that about 90 Indian nationals were in Syria - with some of them working for various United Nations missions. 


Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. 


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Korea opposition to push second impeachment motion

South Korea’s opposition is planning a new impeachment motion against president Yoon Suk Yeol. 


It will be the Democratic Party’s second attempt at impeachment over Yoon’s failed bid to impose martial law earlier this month. 


Chris Gilbert reports. 


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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Fast-moving wildfire forces evacuations in Malibu

Firefighters continue to battle a fast-moving wildfire in the California city of Malibu and thousands of people remain under evacuation orders. 

Some students at a local university were forced to shelter overnight in the school's library. 

Ira Spitzer reports.


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Judge blocks rule that would have given some DACA immigrants access to healthcare

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Biden Administration rule that would have extended subsidized healthcare coverage to some undocumented immigrants brought into the US as children.  Toni Waterman has more.

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Support grows on Capitol Hill for Trump Defense Secretary pick

Support appears to be growing on Capitol Hill for US president-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick to become defense secretary - Pete Hegseth.


The former Fox News host and army veteran's bid to lead the Pentagon appears to be back on track as Republican senators look past allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct - which Hegseth denies.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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BRITISH BILLIONAIRE TO BECOME TREASURER OF FARAGE'S REFORM UK PARTY

A British billionaire and former Conservative Party member will become the treasurer of political party 'Reform UK'.

After his appointment was announced, Nick Candy said he had "exchanged messages" with the world's richest man, Elon Musk -- though said they didn't discuss donations.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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US charges Syrians with war crimes

The United States has filed war crimes charges against two
high-ranking Syrian military figures who it accuses of torturing
American citizens.

It comes after the government of Bashar al-Assad collapsed, with the
former president fleeing the country.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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London Experiencing Phone Theft 'Epidemic'

It's been claimed that 64 thousand mobile phones were stolen in London last year, amid claims that the UK capital is in the grip of a phone theft 'epidemic'.


Opposition Conservative politicians are calling on the government to introduce tougher penalties for prolific criminals.


Police intelligence suggests a surge in demand for second hand phones in the UK and abroad is behind the issue. The Justice Secretary has said a summit will be held with phone manufacturers to try and work out ways to combat the problem.


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Suspect in UnitedHealth CEO shooting being held in high security prison

A man has been charged with murder over the killing of UnitedHealth boss Brian Thompson.


New York prosecutors filed murder charges against Luigi Mangione after he was arrested in the state of Pennsylvania on Monday.


He has not entered a plea.


Sally Patterson reports from New York City.


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Jay Z's lawyers denied rape of 13 year old accusing lawyer of pushing for a payout

A lawyer for music producer Jay Z says a lawsuit accusing the music producer of raping a 13-year-old girl alongside Sean Diddy Combs is frivolous and a blackmail attempt.

They're pushing to have the anonymous plaintiff named.

Caroline Malone reports.


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UN special envoy says "tough times" lie ahead for Syrians

The United Nations special envoy to Syria says nothing "must stop"
Syria's peaceful transition.
Geir Pedersen briefed reporters on Tuesday and says while great
opportunity lies ahead for the people of Syria, there are also some
grave risks.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...

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CARETAKER PM APPOINTED FOR SYRIA

Mohammed al Bashir's been appointed caretaker Prime Minister for Syria, according to local media.

He'll hold the role at the head of a transitional government until March next year.

Al Bashir had previously been running rebel-held Idlib before the fall of Bashar al Assad's regime.

Security expert at the University of Buckingham Professor Anthony Glees says western countries will need to engage carefully with the new authorities in Syria.

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UK’s Terror Proscription For HTS Under Review

The UK Government has indicated that its current proscription of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) as a terror group is under review after the Syrian rebels lead role in the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime. 

HTS has been designated as a proscribed terrorist organisation by the UK as well as the US and UN among others, as a result of its past affiliation with Al-Qaeda. 


Simon Gaitán reports. 


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German President To Arrive Nigeria On State Visit

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Germany's President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier will begin a three-day state visit to Nigeria starting Tuesday, the 10th of December 2024.


During his visit, President Steinmeier will meet with Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu, President of the Commission of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), among other engagements.


Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.


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Pakistan's government is expediting its evacuation efforts from Syria

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Pakistan is taking immediate steps to evacuate hundreds of Pakistani citizens stranded in Syria following the closure of Damascus airport.

The Prime Minister of the country has turned to his Lebanese counterpart for assistance in facilitating the evacuation.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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ISRAEL STRIKES WEAPONS TARGETS IN SYRIA

Israel's carried out dozens of air strikes across Syria, according to Syrian media reports.

Israel has said it will act to make sure weapons aren't left in the 'hands of extremists' after the fall of the regime of Bashar al Assad.

The United Nations chemical watchdog has urged authorities in Syria to make sure suspected chemical weapons stockpiles are safe.

White House national security spokesman John Kirby told MSNBC the US is doing what it can to encourage stability.

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