Thursday, February 13, 2025

Reports: Hamas and Israel close to deal to keep Gaza ceasefire agreement alive


There are stronger and stronger indications that the Gaza ceasefire deal will be kept alive.

Earlier this week, Hamas said it would not release Israeli hostages as planned this Saturday.

In response, Israel's Prime Minister said he will order military operations in Gaza to resume if no hostages are freed.

Our correspondent Giles Gibson is following developments from Tel Aviv.

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Six people critical after Grenoble grenade attack

At least six people are in a critical condition after a grenade attack on a bar in Grenoble in France on Wednesday night.

French prosecutors say they don't believe the incident is terror related, with an investigation underway.

Sarah Coates has more from Paris.

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International conference to support Syria being held in Paris

An international conference to support Syria is being held in Paris.

Ministers from the Arab world and Western nations are holding talks about how to aid the country after the fall of the Assad regime in December.

Ross Cullen reports.


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European powers respond to U.S. Ukraine calls

European powers have insisted that both they and Ukraine are part of
any future peace negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow.

This comes after Donald Trump's announcement that he held separate
phone conversations with both Russia's President Vladimir Putin and
Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The talks will dominate discussions as NATO defense ministers are
convening in Brussels for a second day of talks.

William Denselow reports from the Belgian capital where NATO is headquartered.

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EUROPE INSISTS ON INVOLVEMENT IN UKRAINE PEACE TALKS

Countries including the UK, France and Germany say Europe must have a role in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

It follows President Trump's promise to begin peace discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin "immediately".

The UK says there should be no talks about Ukraine, without Ukraine's involvement.

At a NATO summit in Brussels, US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth says his country has been a major supporter of Kyiv.

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IMF delegation in Pakistan to review the $7 billion loan program

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A three member delegation of the International Monetary fund is in Pakistan to review the $7 billion loan program.

Islamabad secured the larger loan program last year in September to avert its economic crisis. 

Since 1958, the South Asian country has borrowed from the global lender more than 20 times, making it the fund's fifth largest debtor.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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South Korea calls North Korea's reunion venue demolition inhumane

INTRO:Pyongyang is demolishing a venue in North Korea that hosted reunions of families separated for decades by the Korean War and the division of the country.

A spokesperson for Seoul's unification ministry called the demolition an inhumane act that tramples on the wishes of separated families. Laura Westbrook reports.

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India's prime minister Modi arrives in US for talks with President Trump

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi is in Washington to meet US President Donald Trump.

Mr Modi's visit comes amid concerns about Mr Trump's tariff action and mass deportation of illegal immigrants.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Oil giant Chevron slashing up to 20% of its global workforce

Mass layoffs coming to Chevron. The oil major says it's slashing up to 20% of its global workforce as part of a cost-cutting effort. It's the last oil and gas company to cut headcount among lower prices.   Toni Waterman has more.

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Trump talks with Putin and Zelenskyy, paving the way for negotiations to end war

US President Donald Trump has spoken with the leaders of both Russia and Ukraine, pledging to start negotiations to end their war "immediately."


Wednesday's call with Vladimir Putin was the first known conversation between the two men since President Trump re-took the Oval Office last month. 


Benji Hyer reports. 


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US Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard despite misgivings from Democrats

The US Senate voted to confirm Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, the latest of Donald Trump's cabinet nominees to advance despite united opposition from Democrats.


Robert Kennedy Jr. also appears to be headed toward confirmation after the Senate voted to advance his nomination as Health Secretary.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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US rules out Ukraine returning to pre-2014 borders

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ruled out a return to Ukraine's
pre-2014 borders during his first meeting with NATO allies.

It's the clearest signal yet the US is prepared to hand over territory
to Russia in any potential peace deal.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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U.S. DEFENCE SEC SAYS UKRAINE'S NATO ASPIRATIONS ARE "UNREALISTIC"

The new US Defence Secretary says Ukraine joining NATO is "unrealistic," as is expecting a return to Ukraine's pre-2014 borders.

That's a blow to Ukraine's aspirations, and weakens Kyiv's negotiating position -- according to former White House officials.

Stuart Smith has more from Kyiv.

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Live poultry markets remain closed in New York following bird flu discovery

All poultry markets across New York remain closed this week, after
bird flu was detected at some facilities.
Several cases of bird flu have been reported across the United States
but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says transmission
to humans remains low.
The outbreak has however resulted in a shortage of eggs across the country.
Jody Jacobs reports...

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GERMAN CHANCELLOR FACES ACCUSATIONS OF RACISM AFTER "COURT JESTER" COMMENTS

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has been embroiled in a scandal with accusations of racism - the incident coming less than two weeks before elections where Scholz is vying for a second term. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has the details. 

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US inflation hits 3% for first time since June

US President Donald Trump is pressing on with his protectionist agenda, readying reciprocal tariffs on various products from multiple nations, despite fresh inflation data showing prices are still rising in the United States.


CPI increased 3% last month compared to a year ago — that's higher than economists predicted, as Benji Hyer reports. 


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The Turkish President is in Islamabad on an official visit

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Turkish President Erdogan is on a two day visit to Pakistan aimed at strengthening security cooperation.

Islamabad seeks to secure financial partnerships after three years of struggling with crippling economic and security issues.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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EU Foreign Ministers meet in Paris

EU Foreign Ministers are meeting in Paris on Wednesday, with the war in Ukraine set to top the agenda.

It comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling on European partners not to abandon Kyiv in any revived peace talks.

Sarah Coates has more from Paris.

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HEATHROW ANNOUNCES EXPANSION PLANS

Heathrow Airport is announcing a multi-billion pound(/dollar) investment as it prepares its proposal for a new runway.

The privately-funded upgrades at terminals two and five will lay the groundwork for wider expansion.

The plans include guarantees of using British steel - with the sector under pressure because of possible tariffs from the US.

The government gave its backing to a third runway at Heathrow last month.

Financial Analyst Danni Hewson says the plans are designed to future-proof Heathrow.

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Israeli Prime Minister: Hamas must release prisoners by Saturday or the Gaza ceasefire will end


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the Gaza ceasefire will end if "Hamas does not return our hostages by Saturday noon."

On Monday, Hamas announced it would delay a hostage release planned for this weekend, accusing Israel of violating the ceasefire deal.

Here's Giles Gibson in Tel Aviv with more.

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