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Trump calls for Mueller probe to end following Manafort, Cohen court filings
- December 09, 2018
Yet on Wednesday Mr Cohen , for years Mr Trump's "fixer", will be sentenced for the crimes of bank and tax fraud, and for lying to Congress - for which he pled guilty. "Totally clears the President". In hours of meetings with prosecutors, Cohen detailed his intimate involvement in an array of episodes, including some that directly touch the president, that are at the center of investigations into campaign finance violations and potential collusion between the Trump campaign and the ... (more...)
- December 09, 2018
Yet on Wednesday Mr Cohen , for years Mr Trump's "fixer", will be sentenced for the crimes of bank and tax fraud, and for lying to Congress - for which he pled guilty. "Totally clears the President". In hours of meetings with prosecutors, Cohen detailed his intimate involvement in an array of episodes, including some that directly touch the president, that are at the center of investigations into campaign finance violations and potential collusion between the Trump campaign and the ... (more...)
Ecuador: U.K. guarantees for Assange to leave embassy
- December 08, 2018
President Lenin Moreno said he had "sufficient guarantees" from the United Kingdom that it would not extradite Assange to face the death penalty in another country, and that Assange faced only a brief sentence in the United Kingdom for skipping bail by claiming sanctuary in the embassy . (more...)
- December 08, 2018
President Lenin Moreno said he had "sufficient guarantees" from the United Kingdom that it would not extradite Assange to face the death penalty in another country, and that Assange faced only a brief sentence in the United Kingdom for skipping bail by claiming sanctuary in the embassy . (more...)
Ya’alon admits Israel lied about Hezbollah’s tunnels
- December 08, 2018
After the launch of Operation Northern Shield on Tuesday , the IDF placed a camera inside the first tunnel exposed. "They don't know exactly the extent of our knowledge on their tunnel project or their plans, but we know a lot", a senior military source emphasized. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
After the launch of Operation Northern Shield on Tuesday , the IDF placed a camera inside the first tunnel exposed. "They don't know exactly the extent of our knowledge on their tunnel project or their plans, but we know a lot", a senior military source emphasized. (more...)
US Challenges Russian Claims in Sea of Japan
- December 08, 2018
This was reported by press Secretary of the U.S. Pacific fleet , Rachel Mcmurry, reports CNN . Also on Wednesday, CNN reported that the U.S. has begun making the necessary preparations to sail a warship into the Black Sea as a possible response to Russia's seizure of Ukrainian ships and sailors following a clash in the Kerch Strait. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
This was reported by press Secretary of the U.S. Pacific fleet , Rachel Mcmurry, reports CNN . Also on Wednesday, CNN reported that the U.S. has begun making the necessary preparations to sail a warship into the Black Sea as a possible response to Russia's seizure of Ukrainian ships and sailors following a clash in the Kerch Strait. (more...)
Ukraine Says Russia Partially Unblocked Its Azov Sea Ports
- December 08, 2018
The notification will give the US Navy an option to enter the area, but it is not an indication that such action will be taken, the sources were quoted as saying in the report. Sixth Fleet - the USS Mount Whitney - off Georgia's coast in a sign of support for the country. Russian jets have been shown regularly confronting, and shadowing, the surveillance planes. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
The notification will give the US Navy an option to enter the area, but it is not an indication that such action will be taken, the sources were quoted as saying in the report. Sixth Fleet - the USS Mount Whitney - off Georgia's coast in a sign of support for the country. Russian jets have been shown regularly confronting, and shadowing, the surveillance planes. (more...)
Visit by Turkey's Erdogan boosts Venezuela's Maduro
- December 08, 2018
Putin's foreign affairs adviser, Yuri Ushakov, said Russian Federation will express its support for a peaceful dialogue in Venezuela , adding that all of the country's "internal political problems must be settled through an open dialogue between political forces". (more...)
- December 08, 2018
Putin's foreign affairs adviser, Yuri Ushakov, said Russian Federation will express its support for a peaceful dialogue in Venezuela , adding that all of the country's "internal political problems must be settled through an open dialogue between political forces". (more...)
White House chief of staff Kelly to resign in days
- December 08, 2018
Trump is further expected to announce Heather Nauert as the new U.S. ambassador to the United Nations on Friday, replacing Nikki Haley. Kelly and Trump have grown tired of each other . Both Nielsen and Kelly were expected to be fired as part of a post-midterms cabinet shakeup by Trump, but have thus far held on to their positions. Washington has been abuzz with rumors about Kelly's job status at various moments during his 16-month tenure. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
Trump is further expected to announce Heather Nauert as the new U.S. ambassador to the United Nations on Friday, replacing Nikki Haley. Kelly and Trump have grown tired of each other . Both Nielsen and Kelly were expected to be fired as part of a post-midterms cabinet shakeup by Trump, but have thus far held on to their positions. Washington has been abuzz with rumors about Kelly's job status at various moments during his 16-month tenure. (more...)
Rwanda's most high-profile opposition figure acquitted of "baseless" charges
- December 08, 2018
Ms Rwigara's difficulties began when she declared her candidacy in Rwanda's 2017 presidential contest. Rwigara's mother was accused of inciting insurrection through audio messages sent on WhatsApp, which were intercepted and used as evidence by the prosecution. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
Ms Rwigara's difficulties began when she declared her candidacy in Rwanda's 2017 presidential contest. Rwigara's mother was accused of inciting insurrection through audio messages sent on WhatsApp, which were intercepted and used as evidence by the prosecution. (more...)
Paris on lockdown for gilets jaunes protests
- December 08, 2018
The latest outbursts in Brussels come as violent protests erupted in Paris for a fourth successive weekend as the crisis sparked by Mr Macron's policy decisions - particularly his decision to raise diesel fuel taxes - spirals out of control . (more...)
- December 08, 2018
The latest outbursts in Brussels come as violent protests erupted in Paris for a fourth successive weekend as the crisis sparked by Mr Macron's policy decisions - particularly his decision to raise diesel fuel taxes - spirals out of control . (more...)
Pentagon sends flight over Ukraine following Russian naval incident
- December 08, 2018
US, Canadian, German, French, United Kingdom, Romanian and Ukrainian observers were aboard the aircraft during the observation flight. Ukrainian Defense Minister Stepan Poltorak told reporters on Friday that his country intends to send naval ships through the Kerch Strait soon, saying that "otherwise Russian Federation will fully occupy the Sea of Azov". (more...)
- December 08, 2018
US, Canadian, German, French, United Kingdom, Romanian and Ukrainian observers were aboard the aircraft during the observation flight. Ukrainian Defense Minister Stepan Poltorak told reporters on Friday that his country intends to send naval ships through the Kerch Strait soon, saying that "otherwise Russian Federation will fully occupy the Sea of Azov". (more...)
Neo-Nazi Convicted of Murder for Running over Charlottesville Protester
- December 08, 2018
He was also convicted of five counts of aggravated malicious wounding, three counts of malicious wounding, and one hit and run charge. James Alex Fields Jr ., (2nd L with shield) is seen attending the "Unite the Right" rally in Emancipation Park in Charlottesville , Virginia , on August 12, 2017. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
He was also convicted of five counts of aggravated malicious wounding, three counts of malicious wounding, and one hit and run charge. James Alex Fields Jr ., (2nd L with shield) is seen attending the "Unite the Right" rally in Emancipation Park in Charlottesville , Virginia , on August 12, 2017. (more...)
Six dead and dozens hurt in nightclub stampede in Italy
- December 08, 2018
Numerous injured suffered severe bruising while others had broken bones. Firefighters said there was panic when it is thought pepper spray may have been fired inside the club in the town of Corinaldo during a concert performance by the Italian rapper, Sfera Ebbasta. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
Numerous injured suffered severe bruising while others had broken bones. Firefighters said there was panic when it is thought pepper spray may have been fired inside the club in the town of Corinaldo during a concert performance by the Italian rapper, Sfera Ebbasta. (more...)
British backpacker's disappearance in New Zealand being treated as suspected murder
- December 08, 2018
Members of Millane's family have made appeals on Facebook for information. Police later said they had spoken to the man and that he was a "person of interest", although he was not held in custody. Officers found the 26-year-old man at a central Auckland address at 3pm, and interviews were still taking place late this afternoon. 'He was brought back to the Auckland Central Police Station and is now speaking to us in relation to the murder of Grace Millane. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
Members of Millane's family have made appeals on Facebook for information. Police later said they had spoken to the man and that he was a "person of interest", although he was not held in custody. Officers found the 26-year-old man at a central Auckland address at 3pm, and interviews were still taking place late this afternoon. 'He was brought back to the Auckland Central Police Station and is now speaking to us in relation to the murder of Grace Millane. (more...)
White House chief of staff John Kelly expected to resign within days
- December 08, 2018
As CNN noted, the fact of Kelly's late entry to the White House - he joined in July 2017 - shows the expansive nature of the investigation. It is true that there is little chemistry remaining between the two men, the people said - even though Trump only months ago asked Kelly to stay on through 2020, and the general agreed. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
As CNN noted, the fact of Kelly's late entry to the White House - he joined in July 2017 - shows the expansive nature of the investigation. It is true that there is little chemistry remaining between the two men, the people said - even though Trump only months ago asked Kelly to stay on through 2020, and the general agreed. (more...)
Pakistan will no longer fight someone else's war: Imran Khan
- December 08, 2018
PM Imran Khan further added, "there are no sanctuaries in Pakistan ". "Pakistan's action or inaction, as it relates to stability in Afghanistan, has often led to US's frustration", he said, adding that stability in the South Asia region remains the most important mutual strategic interest for both the U.S. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
PM Imran Khan further added, "there are no sanctuaries in Pakistan ". "Pakistan's action or inaction, as it relates to stability in Afghanistan, has often led to US's frustration", he said, adding that stability in the South Asia region remains the most important mutual strategic interest for both the U.S. (more...)
Trump nominates ex-Fox News anchor Nauert as United Nations envoy
- December 08, 2018
He praised her, saying she was "very talented, very smart, very quick and I think she will be respected by all". Former President Barack Obama's United Nations ambassadors, Susan Rice and Samantha Power, had the designation, as did Haley, who came to the role after being South Carolina's governor. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
He praised her, saying she was "very talented, very smart, very quick and I think she will be respected by all". Former President Barack Obama's United Nations ambassadors, Susan Rice and Samantha Power, had the designation, as did Haley, who came to the role after being South Carolina's governor. (more...)
Huawei CFO committed fraud in breach of United States sanctions, prosecutors say
- December 08, 2018
John Gibb-Carsley said Meng is alleged to have said Huawei and Skycom were separate companies in a meeting with an unnamed financial institution, misleading an executive with that institution and putting it at risk. A Canadian official authorized her arrest in November. If she is released on bail, she would likely have to surrender her passport and submit to electronic monitoring until she is discharged or surrendered for trial to the United States. (more...)
- December 08, 2018
John Gibb-Carsley said Meng is alleged to have said Huawei and Skycom were separate companies in a meeting with an unnamed financial institution, misleading an executive with that institution and putting it at risk. A Canadian official authorized her arrest in November. If she is released on bail, she would likely have to surrender her passport and submit to electronic monitoring until she is discharged or surrendered for trial to the United States. (more...)
United Nations rejects US-drafted resolution to condemn Hamas
- December 07, 2018
The United States has won crucial backing from the European Union, with all 28 countries set to support the US measure that condemns Hamas for firing rockets into Israel and demands an end to the violence. Bahr then congratulated Palestinians and Hamas resistance movement for the great victory on the worldwide level, calling on people from all strata of the Palestinian society to unite, end division and vigorously support resistance movements. (more...)
- December 07, 2018
The United States has won crucial backing from the European Union, with all 28 countries set to support the US measure that condemns Hamas for firing rockets into Israel and demands an end to the violence. Bahr then congratulated Palestinians and Hamas resistance movement for the great victory on the worldwide level, calling on people from all strata of the Palestinian society to unite, end division and vigorously support resistance movements. (more...)
Merkel ally Kramp-Karrenbauer elected new CDU leader
- December 07, 2018
During her campaign to succeed Merkel as party leader, she repeatedly noted that she was able to blunt an onslaught by the anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as it picked up seats in state after state. Delegates hold a cardboards reading: "Thank you chief for 18 years as CDU chairwoman" during Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party congress in Hamburg , Germany, December 7, 2018. (more...)
- December 07, 2018
During her campaign to succeed Merkel as party leader, she repeatedly noted that she was able to blunt an onslaught by the anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as it picked up seats in state after state. Delegates hold a cardboards reading: "Thank you chief for 18 years as CDU chairwoman" during Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party congress in Hamburg , Germany, December 7, 2018. (more...)
James Comey arrives for testimony on Capitol Hill
- December 07, 2018
The committee subpoenaed Comey last month to testify about investigations into the Donald Trump campaign's alleged ties to Russian Federation and Hillary Clinton's emails. "But I will resist a "closed door" thing because I've seen enough of their selective leaking and distortion". The hearings will likely be the last chance GOP legislators have to question Comey , with Democrats taking control of the House of Representatives in the coming weeks. (more...)
- December 07, 2018
The committee subpoenaed Comey last month to testify about investigations into the Donald Trump campaign's alleged ties to Russian Federation and Hillary Clinton's emails. "But I will resist a "closed door" thing because I've seen enough of their selective leaking and distortion". The hearings will likely be the last chance GOP legislators have to question Comey , with Democrats taking control of the House of Representatives in the coming weeks. (more...)
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