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Iran will stand beside Qatar, Rouhani says

January 12, 2020

Sheikh Tamim arrived in the Iranian capital around midday, semi-official news agency ISNA said. In the ceremony, after the national anthems of both countries were played, Dr Rouhani and Sheikh Tamim reviewed the honour guards and then introduced their high-ranking delegations to each other.

Democrats appear to delay vote challenging Trump's war powers after Iran strike

January 12, 2020

After Wednesday's briefing for House members, the administration officials moved to the Senate where they were expected to make a similar case to lawmakers assembled there. O'Brien said Sunday that he thought the Iranian regime was "having a very bad week", citing the accidental downing of a Ukrainian plane and offered the president's sympathies to the victims' families.

Bus catches fire in road accident in India; 20 feared dead

January 12, 2020

Several people have lost their lives in the accident. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of the kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured. The fatal incident happened when a private bus was collided with truck on national highway and both the vehicles caught fire after accident and passengers were charred to death.

Alert about Pickering Nuclear Generating Station sent by mistake

January 12, 2020

OPG says there is no danger to the public or the environment. Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan said he was upset over what happened and will be demanding an investigation. "We need a full and transparent investigation into how a false alarm was triggered, and how all breakdowns in communication occurred", he said in a statement.

Malta ruling party members vote to elect new leader and PM

January 12, 2020

Muscat said he would remain an MP and involve himself in civil rights and promoting sport for youths. Incumbent party leader and Prime Minister Joseph Muscat was forced to resign after coming under huge pressure for his handling of the political and legal debacle stemming from the 2017 auto bombing that killed investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

EU warns Iran nuclear deal may collapse

January 12, 2020

Iranian state TV had said the attacks were in revenge for the killing of the commander of the Revolutionary Guards, General Qasem Soleimani, in a U.S. As such, the Islamic Republic of Iran's nuclear program no longer faces any operational restrictions, including enrichment capacity, percentage of enrichment, amount of enriched material, and research and development, it added.

Top Iran Guard briefs parliament over downed jet after protest

January 12, 2020

The Guards' top commander, Hossein Salami, said "we are more upset than anyone over the incident", state media reported. "The world is watching", Trump affirmed. The jet was shot down hours after Iran launched missiles at USA troops in Iraq, itself a retaliation for the assassination of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani .

Hypocritical Democrats on Trump's Iran Policy

January 12, 2020

However, the State Department said in a statement on Friday that Washington would not hold discussions with Baghdad regarding U.S. troop withdrawal. The Trump administration has been under fire by Democrats and two Republicans in Congress over its decision to order the attack that killed Soleimani.

Trump Backtracks on Letting Bolton Testify

January 12, 2020

Republican Sen. Susan Collins of ME, who is up for re-election this year, said in a statement Friday that she is in discussions with some of her GOP colleagues about how they can adhere "as closely as practical" to former President Bill Clinton's trial, which included closed-door witness testimony.

Tripoli accuses rivals of breaking conditional ceasefire minutes after it takes effect

January 12, 2020

A spokesman for the self-styled Libyan Arab Armed Forces, which are led by ex-general Khalifa Hifter, said in a video statement that the ceasefire would take effect starting early Sunday. Since the ouster of late ruler Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, two seats of power have emerged in Libya: one in eastern Libya supported mainly by Egypt and the United Arab Emirates and the other in Tripoli, which enjoys the UN and worldwide recognition.

Precautionary evacuation urged as Taal Volcano spews ash

January 12, 2020

State seismology bureau Phivolcs raised alert level 3 over Taal Volcano after the volcanic island spewed an ash plume 1 kilometer high. In an opinion, the Institute said it strongly recommends that people have evacuated the area around the Taal volcano, which is located on an island in the middle of Lake Taal, and two nearby "high-risk" municipalities in Batangas province because it warned of "possible dangers of pyroclastic density currents and volcanic tsunami".

Met Éireann issue Louth weather WARNING as Storm Brendan set to hit

January 12, 2020

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for Northern Ireland from midday to midnight. The post adds that the ECMWF shows the second band of wind just touching the West Coast of Ireland which would bring very risky conditions hitting Mayo and Donegal.

Trudeau demands justice over Iran's downing of Ukraine plane

January 12, 2020

A news agency said he was detained outside a university for inciting protests. Previously, Tehran insisted the crash occurred due to a technical error, while a number of Western states said they possessed intelligence information that the Boeing was unintentionally downed by an Iranian surface-to face missile.

US Now At War Against Iraq And Iran

January 12, 2020

The State Department warned that Iraq's access to its main account at the Federal Reserve Bank of NY could be shut off if the Iraqi government asks American troops to leave, Iraqi officials told the Wall Street Journal . Pompeo said on Friday Washington had specific information about an imminent Iranian threat including to United States embassies, adding: "American lives were at risk ".

India demolishes buildings for violating environmental norms

January 12, 2020

Firemen reportedly used water cannons to tame the dust from both demolitions. H20 Holy Faith is the first of the four apartment complexes in Kochi's Maradu Municipality that was demolished on Saturday, as per an order by the Supreme Court a year ago, for violating environmental norms.

Matthew Golsteyn Special Forces tab reinstatement refused by general despite Trump pardon

January 12, 2020

UU. After reviewing his case, Lt. Gen. Francis Beaudette , the commander of the Army Special Operations Command, denied his appeal . The army has rejected an application from the retired army major. Clint Lorance, who was convicted of two counts of second-degree murder in Afghanistan for ordering his soldiers to fire on three civilians. "[Golsteyn] was told he had a full and unconditional pardon", Stackhouse said.

US strike on second Iranian commander close to Soleiman missed target

January 12, 2020

United States military operations in Yemen , where a civil war has created the world's worst humanitarian crisis, are shrouded in secrecy. Mr. Shahlai was known as a main organizer of financing for Shiite militias in the region. An informed source at the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said the IRGC's missile attack on the United States airbase of Ain al-Assad has killed at least 80 American forces.

Syrian regime air strikes kill 17 civilians in Idlib

January 12, 2020

Ambassador Kelly Craft said . The council failed last month to extend the operation when Russian Federation vetoed a draft resolution that would have authorized three crossing points a year, and then failed to secure enough support for its rival text, which would allow two passes for six months.

Severe threat for Saturday

January 11, 2020

Missouri State Highway Patrol said no injuries were reported. The threat of severe weather is constantly changing and we will know more as we progress throughout the day. High winds will be a problem outside of any storms, through, so keep that in mind. More than 40 million people are under flood watch in parts of Texas, Oklahoma , Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, New York, and Vermont.

Republicans Claim Democrats Loved Qasem Soleimani

January 11, 2020

Doug Collins of Georgia also claimed, without evidence, that members of the Democratic Party mourn the recent death of top Iranian Gen. Qasem Soleimani more than they do fallen U.S. "I am glad that he's gone to meet his maker and that he will get his just desserts", she added. "To utter such garbage, which you know to be false and defamatory, goes against all the training and teaching you must have received", the former USA attorney wrote.

Strong 5.2 Magnitude Quake Rattles PR Once More

January 11, 2020

Hundreds of quakes have shaken the island since the new year, though most were too slight to be felt. A woman stands in front of a house damaged by a 5.8 natural disaster in Guanica, Puerto Rico on January 6, 2020. The lights stayed on in San Juan after Friday's quake, residents said, but there were reports on Twitter of new blackouts in the west of the island.

Nationwide protest in France over pensions as talks continue

January 11, 2020

Some 452,000 people turned out across France for marches that were again marred by clashes with police and vandalism, with 27 people detained in Paris. Unions have warned the strike could widen, with CGT energy workers this week blockading fuel refineries and depots, raising fears of petrol shortages.

Bernie Sanders leads in closely watched Iowa poll

January 11, 2020

According to The Des Moines Register , their poll "is often referred to as the " gold standard " of polling because of its reputation for accuracy", a fact that was not lost on Palmieri, who tweeted congratulations to Sanders - and even suggested it could be a harbinger of an eventual nomination.

U.S. Announces New Iran Sanctions On Senior Officials, Metals Industry

January 11, 2020

President Donald Trump addresses the nation on the ballistic missile strike that Iran launched against Iraqi air bases housing USA troops, January 8, 2020, in Washington, as Vice President Mike Pence and others looks on. In 2018, Trump withdrew from the nuclear agreement signed under President Barack Obama, who traded curbs on the program for easing sanctions. The administration has already reinstated all the US sanctions that were eased under the 2015 nuclear deal, which has caused ...

Northern Ireland parties agree to restore devolution

January 11, 2020

There was speculation last night that he could keep his job in the upcoming reshuffle, despite earlier predictions he would be sacked. Whilst there wasn't a government, civil servants had extra powers so they could run the region's public services.

US troops killed by roadside bomb in Afghanistan

January 11, 2020

Taliban spokesman Qari Yousuf Ahmadi claimed responsibility for the attack and said the blast killed all the soldiers in the vehicle. Tens of thousands of Afghan civilians, members of the security forces and 2,400 USA military personnel have been killed in fighting since 2001, when the austere regime of the Taliban was toppled by United States and coalition forces.

Russian ship 'aggressively approached' US vessel in North Arabian Sea

January 11, 2020

It further explained that it was, in fact, the USS Farragut that crossed the path of the Russian ship in violation of worldwide maritime regulations, and called the American crew's actions " unprofessional ". A Russian Navy spy ship almost collided with a US guided-missile destroyer Thursday after it " aggressively approached " the vessel in the North Arabian Sea despite multiple warning signals, the Navy said Friday.

US tried to take out another Iranian leader, but failed

January 11, 2020

Shahlai was known as a main organiser of financing for Shiite militias in the region. Gen. Qassem Soleimani last week was part of a broader operation. Amid the tensions between the United States and Iran, two airstrikes on Friday morning reportedly targeted Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Force (PMF) in Iraq-Syria border.

Taiwan votes in election closely watched by China

January 11, 2020

Tsai has been channeling Hong Kong's protracted political unrest in her campaign to remind Taiwanese people of the fundamental values of democracy and freedom. And in that context, if Tsai wins a second term, such a result would be an unwelcome one for Beijing. "If China wants to speak with Taiwan, they should speak with Taiwan as it is.

Harry Dunn case: US State Department says extradition bid highly inappropriate

January 11, 2020

The Home Office said it submitted the request for Anne Sacoolas on Friday after she was charged with causing the 19-year-old's death by unsafe driving last month. The 42-year-old left the United Kingdom and returned to her native U.S., claiming diplomatic immunity. A spokeswoman said they expressed their deepest sympathies and offered condolences to the Dunn family for their loss, and would continue to "look at options for moving forward".

Boy opens fire in school in northern Mexico, at least 2 dead

January 11, 2020

Riquelme said the student had asked for permission to go to the bathroom shortly after the school day began. "There appears to have been some sort of influence from video games", said the prosecutor. Preliminary reports were that a child entered the school with two weapons, firing at a teacher before apparently shooting himself, the mayor said. At least five students and another teacher also were injured, he added.

Ukrainian Airlines crash not a missile strike — Central Intelligence Agency

January 11, 2020

His organization said that all of its findings would be published and publicly available. Iranian authorities initially blamed technical issues and then an engine fire. While it's unclear whether the incidents are related to the plane crash, tensions between the two adversaries are spilling over to the investigation.

Trump greets North Korea’s Kim on birthday - South Korea official

January 11, 2020

North Korea has never officially confirmed Kim's age or date of birth, but Rodman's breathy Marilyn Monroe-style performance of "Happy Birthday" took place before an exhibition basketball match in Pyongyang on January 8, 2014. Chung met USA and Japanese counterparts Robert O'Brien and Shigeru Kitamura in Washington. Kim has set a year-end deadline for Washington to change its stance in the negotiations, though US officials have downplayed this as artificial.

State media say Oman’s Sultan Qaboos bin Said has died

January 11, 2020

There had been concerns over his health in recent weeks and he had reportedly been in Belgium for treatment, but traveled back to Oman shortly before the new year. 31, 2019, amid days of anxious speculation about his health. The sultan had been believed to be ill for some time, though authorities never disclosed what malady he faced.

Rebel song tops charts in Ireland amid commemoration row

January 11, 2020

To give context, a planned commemoration for the RIC for next week was deferred due to heavy criticism from politicians and historians who argued it was a celebration for the Black and Tans. The RIC commemoration was scheduled to take place in Dublin Castle on January 17 however, Minister for Justice, Charlie Flanagan, was forced to defer the event because of public and political pressure.

Here’s Where We’re at With Impeachment Right Now

January 11, 2020

Pelosi plans to move ahead by transmitting the articles and naming impeachment managers who will present the House case in the Senate trial. "I will be consulting with you at our Tuesday House Democratic Caucus meeting on how we proceed further", the House's top Democrat said .

EU foreign ministers gather in Brussels to salvage Iran deal

January 11, 2020

His office also said he asked Johnson to "reconsider" his position towards Soleimani, whose death the British prime minister said he did not regret. He added Gen Soleimani, who was killed by a U.S. It was an unexpected request from a president who has criticized North Atlantic Treaty Organisation for refusing to spend on defense, and who has often maintained cool relationships with America's closest allies, particularly with regard to the Iran deal.

Texas governor says state will not accept more refugees

January 11, 2020

Last year, Texas resettled 2,230 refugees, taking in the largest number of refugees compared to other states, according to State Department statistics . Together with Church World Service and Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, HIAS filed a lawsuit suit against the government saying the order was not legal.

Vietnam passport bottom of 2020 global power list

January 11, 2020

The report documents that the reason for decline of passport power in African countries is due to political instability that has affected travel freedom. A Singapore passport is the second most powerful in the world, while a South Korean passport ties with a German one for third place. It dropped one spot on the list from the year prior even though it gained access to three more countries.

U.S. Tried, But Failed, To Take Out Iranian Commander In Yemen

January 11, 2020

The Pentagon declined to discuss the highly classified operation. Several unnamed US officials told the Post and the Journal that President Donald Trump had reportedly authorized a drone strike on Iranian Quds Force leader Abdul Reza Shahlai in Yemen, but it failed to kill him.

Coveney and Smith meet parties for Stormont talks

January 11, 2020

The main pro-British group, the Democratic Unionist Party, said it was "not a ideal deal", but could be supported. During the last three years' stalemate, London has had to take a more direct role in governing Northern Ireland than it had done since the 1998 Good Friday Agreement and establishment of the parliament at Stormont.

Pelosi To Send Articles Of Impeachment To Senate Next Week

January 11, 2020

We don't yet know who those managers will be. Is that too much to ask?' she said , complaining about a lack of transparency on Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell's part. She has come under pressure from senior Democratic party members to move the articles of impeachment. "I'm not holding them indefinitely", Pelosi told reporters later at the Capitol.

15 martyred, several injured as blast hits mosque in Quetta

January 11, 2020

Balochistan Chief Minister Jam Kamal Khan said those who carried out the attack have no religion or tribal affiliation. The bombing also wounded 11 other worshippers in the city of Quetta , the capital of restive Balochistan province, said local police chief Mohammad Ajmal.

Persistant disdain for Trump amid favorable view of US

January 11, 2020

A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center , before President Donald Trump signed an agreement with the United States. drone attack who killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, discovered that the world was skeptical that after three years in office, the U.S.

USA imposes further Iran sanctions in response to missile strikes

January 10, 2020

Sponsored by Representative Elissa Slotkin (Democrat-Michigan), a former Central Intelligence Agency analyst and Pentagon official who served in Iraq, the War Powers Resolution directs Trump to "terminate the use of the United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran".

Pelosi Announces Plan to Bring Impeachment to Senate

January 10, 2020

But it looks like all of them support McConnell starting the trial now. Yet Trump has prevented any of them from testifying before the House - and when Bolton said he would be happy to come before the Senate, Trump quickly said he would try to restrict what Bolton could say through claims of executive privilege.

United States military had advance warning of Iranian ballistic missile attack, officials say

January 10, 2020

President Hassan Rouhani told the USA on Wednesday that "you cut the hand of Soleimani but we will cut your foot from the region". Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. military has undergone under his presidency. So far, so good! Oil prices had originally surged on Friday, following the assassination of Soleimani, Iran's most powerful and visible military leader, by US forces in Iraq.

Tom Steyer qualifies for Democratic debate after surge in early voting states

January 10, 2020

Steyer has been spending millions of dollars in early states to boost his chances. The Sunrise Movement, a youth-led climate activist group, announced on Thursday that it will endorse Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders' run for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Man dies in Germany four years after eating sandwich poisoned with mercury

January 10, 2020

The latest victim's parents testified at Klaus O's trial about the suffering their son had endured. A man, named only as Klaus O, was found guilty of attempted murder past year and sentenced to life in prison. During Klaus O's trial, he was deemed to be a danger to the public and would not be eligible to have his sentence reduced. A 57-year old defendant, named only as Klaus O, hides his face at the courtroom in Bielefeld, Germany , Thursday, March 7, 2019.

Next Budget to take place in March

January 10, 2020

Meanwhile, Britain will fulfill its commitments and create new opportunities, "including by investing billions of pounds across the country", Javid said. He had been due to deliver a Budget in November but that was cancelled after Brexit was delayed and Mr Johnson made a decision to go to the country.

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