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Pentagon Withdrawal Order For U.S. Troops From Syria 'Signed'
- December 24, 2018
Macron formerly convinced Trump to keep troops in Syria after he announced his intention to withdraw them in April. Syria's Kurds can avert Turkish military action only if they shelter under the umbrella of the Syrian state by appealing to Damascus for protection. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Macron formerly convinced Trump to keep troops in Syria after he announced his intention to withdraw them in April. Syria's Kurds can avert Turkish military action only if they shelter under the umbrella of the Syrian state by appealing to Damascus for protection. (more...)
US Federal Government Shutdown Enters Second Day
- December 24, 2018
Trump , who cancelled his holiday vacation to Florida due to the budget wrangling, has dug in on his demand for US$5 billion to build the border wall, a signature campaign promise and part of his effort to reduce illegal immigration. The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted a list of the services it will soon suspend, including the processing of certain business records. The Justice Department, Commerce Department and Internal Revenue Service are preparing to keep thousands of ... (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Trump , who cancelled his holiday vacation to Florida due to the budget wrangling, has dug in on his demand for US$5 billion to build the border wall, a signature campaign promise and part of his effort to reduce illegal immigration. The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted a list of the services it will soon suspend, including the processing of certain business records. The Justice Department, Commerce Department and Internal Revenue Service are preparing to keep thousands of ... (more...)
US Withdrawal Announcement Continues to Reverberate in the Middle East
- December 24, 2018
The State Department cleared Turkey to purchase a package of Patriot missile systems on December 18, with an estimated cost of 3.5 billion USA dollars. In addition to Turkey, the PKK is listed as a terrorist group by the US and the European Union. Unnamed Israeli officials have criticized the hasty decision, with one senior minister calling it a "horrifying moral and a bad diplomatic step". (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The State Department cleared Turkey to purchase a package of Patriot missile systems on December 18, with an estimated cost of 3.5 billion USA dollars. In addition to Turkey, the PKK is listed as a terrorist group by the US and the European Union. Unnamed Israeli officials have criticized the hasty decision, with one senior minister calling it a "horrifying moral and a bad diplomatic step". (more...)
Syria conflict: Macron criticises Trump's withdrawal decision
- December 24, 2018
They come just months after Trump and Erdogan were facing off over new American tariffs, Turkey's refusal to release an American pastor and Erdogan's demands that the US extradite a cleric it views as behind a failed 2016 coup. "We have postponed our military operation against the east of the Euphrates river until we see on the ground the result of America's decision to withdraw from Syria", he noted. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
They come just months after Trump and Erdogan were facing off over new American tariffs, Turkey's refusal to release an American pastor and Erdogan's demands that the US extradite a cleric it views as behind a failed 2016 coup. "We have postponed our military operation against the east of the Euphrates river until we see on the ground the result of America's decision to withdraw from Syria", he noted. (more...)
Google's Santa Tracker Now Offers the Gift of Games
- December 24, 2018
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed that it'll still be tracking Santa's journey on Christmas Eve, which it has done so for the last 63 years. "I had a little girl tell me good night instead of goodbye", she said. "It really gets you into the Christmas spirit", said Hill, a student at Mississippi State University who got involved through Air Force family members stationed in Colorado Springs. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed that it'll still be tracking Santa's journey on Christmas Eve, which it has done so for the last 63 years. "I had a little girl tell me good night instead of goodbye", she said. "It really gets you into the Christmas spirit", said Hill, a student at Mississippi State University who got involved through Air Force family members stationed in Colorado Springs. (more...)
How often do we get a "white Christmas?"
- December 24, 2018
That same storm system will deliver better snow on Wednesday through Friday along with lots of cold temps in the 20s & 30s. A quick hitting system made for a nasty day, especially for any shopping or traveling. The ground, however, may become white enough to add a very festive feeling to the landscape. Tonight we have the snow showers continue into Monday morning before the snow slowly diminishes by late Monday morning. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
That same storm system will deliver better snow on Wednesday through Friday along with lots of cold temps in the 20s & 30s. A quick hitting system made for a nasty day, especially for any shopping or traveling. The ground, however, may become white enough to add a very festive feeling to the landscape. Tonight we have the snow showers continue into Monday morning before the snow slowly diminishes by late Monday morning. (more...)
Taliban welcomes partial U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan
- December 24, 2018
The Taliban already control vast amounts of territory and are causing significant Afghan troop casualties. The decision to pull around half of the 14,000 American troops in Afghanistan has stunned and dismayed diplomats and officials in Kabul , and comes amid a renewed push for talks with the Taliban to end the 17-year war. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The Taliban already control vast amounts of territory and are causing significant Afghan troop casualties. The decision to pull around half of the 14,000 American troops in Afghanistan has stunned and dismayed diplomats and officials in Kabul , and comes amid a renewed push for talks with the Taliban to end the 17-year war. (more...)
'Very possible' USA shutdown could extend into new year, says budget director
- December 24, 2018
Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., argued instead for increasing the use of technology along the border instead of building "some medieval wall". The stalemate has led to a partial government shutdown that's expended to extend past Christmas. Yet the disruption is affecting many operations and some 800,000 federal employees. Roughly 420,000 workers were deemed essential and were expected to work unpaid. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., argued instead for increasing the use of technology along the border instead of building "some medieval wall". The stalemate has led to a partial government shutdown that's expended to extend past Christmas. Yet the disruption is affecting many operations and some 800,000 federal employees. Roughly 420,000 workers were deemed essential and were expected to work unpaid. (more...)
Turkey sends military reinforcements to northern Syria
- December 24, 2018
Connecticut Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said President Donald Trump's claim that he doesn't know the USA envoy responsible for anti-ISIS policy "should scare the hell out of every American". Brett McGurk , the USA special envoy for the coalition to defeat ISIS, on Friday evening informed Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that he is quitting in protest of President Donald Trump's announcement of the pullout of U.S. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Connecticut Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said President Donald Trump's claim that he doesn't know the USA envoy responsible for anti-ISIS policy "should scare the hell out of every American". Brett McGurk , the USA special envoy for the coalition to defeat ISIS, on Friday evening informed Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that he is quitting in protest of President Donald Trump's announcement of the pullout of U.S. (more...)
Horrific Footage Shows Band Swept Away Mid-Performance By Indonesian Tsunami
- December 23, 2018
The pope also appealed for people to show solidarity, and for the global community to lend support, for those affected by the disaster. Indonesia's geological agency was investigating the cause, Nugroho said , adding the death toll would likely increase. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
The pope also appealed for people to show solidarity, and for the global community to lend support, for those affected by the disaster. Indonesia's geological agency was investigating the cause, Nugroho said , adding the death toll would likely increase. (more...)
10th death linked to France's 'yellow vest' protests
- December 23, 2018
About 800 people were demonstrating in Paris around noon local time and there had been no incidents of violence or arrests, police said . Three weeks ago the protests in Paris turned into some of the worst unrest seen in the capital since 1968. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
About 800 people were demonstrating in Paris around noon local time and there had been no incidents of violence or arrests, police said . Three weeks ago the protests in Paris turned into some of the worst unrest seen in the capital since 1968. (more...)
Snow in the forecast Saturday
- December 23, 2018
It will likely be too warm for any snow with both of these systems. A few snow showers will be possible in West Virginia. The first system arrives on Christmas Eve. A few mountain snow showers can't be ruled out, but not as numerous or heavy as Saturday . Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a few sprinkles or flurries possible, then clearing skies late. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
It will likely be too warm for any snow with both of these systems. A few snow showers will be possible in West Virginia. The first system arrives on Christmas Eve. A few mountain snow showers can't be ruled out, but not as numerous or heavy as Saturday . Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a few sprinkles or flurries possible, then clearing skies late. (more...)
Colorado police arrest fiance of woman who disappeared
- December 23, 2018
Frazee previously said he saw Berreth on Thanksgiving Day when she dropped off their 1-year-old daughter, according to authorities. "We finally received enough information to implicate Patrick in his involvement in Kelsey's death", De Young said. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
Frazee previously said he saw Berreth on Thanksgiving Day when she dropped off their 1-year-old daughter, according to authorities. "We finally received enough information to implicate Patrick in his involvement in Kelsey's death", De Young said. (more...)
Russian warplanes arrive in Crimea
- December 23, 2018
For his part, Williamson said that Britain will support Ukraine in tough times and stressed the need to ensure access of global organizations to the sailors captured during the Kerch incident. He said the presence of the British ship shows support for Ukraine in the face of increased Russian aggression. 'As we fight to defend our territory, the offer of extended support from the UK Armed Forces is vitally important and gratefully received'. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
For his part, Williamson said that Britain will support Ukraine in tough times and stressed the need to ensure access of global organizations to the sailors captured during the Kerch incident. He said the presence of the British ship shows support for Ukraine in the face of increased Russian aggression. 'As we fight to defend our territory, the offer of extended support from the UK Armed Forces is vitally important and gratefully received'. (more...)
USA envoy Khalilzad discusses ongoing Afghan peace process with Gen Qamar
- December 23, 2018
He said that the visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan's efforts for Afghanistan peace process. Since late 2015, India has pledged Dollars 1 billion in development assistance in addition to the approximate USD 2 billion already spent on Afghan infrastructure. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
He said that the visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan's efforts for Afghanistan peace process. Since late 2015, India has pledged Dollars 1 billion in development assistance in addition to the approximate USD 2 billion already spent on Afghan infrastructure. (more...)
Russia Launches Investigation Into BBC As Dispute With Britain Escalates
- December 23, 2018
The Kremlin said Russian government organizations had over and again raised worries about the BBC's inclusion of Russia and of Moscow's activities in Syria. Russian authorities on Friday launched an investigation into BBC World News and BBC websites operating in the country, a day after the British broadcasting regulator Ofcom accused Russia's state-sponsored TV channel RT of biased coverage. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
The Kremlin said Russian government organizations had over and again raised worries about the BBC's inclusion of Russia and of Moscow's activities in Syria. Russian authorities on Friday launched an investigation into BBC World News and BBC websites operating in the country, a day after the British broadcasting regulator Ofcom accused Russia's state-sponsored TV channel RT of biased coverage. (more...)
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to enforce new asylum rules
- December 23, 2018
Trump attacked Tigar, calling him an "Obama judge". The court made no comment in its ruling, but noted that four of the nine justices were in favor of lifting the lower court's stay and letting Trump enforce the ban, while lawsuits over it go ahead. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
Trump attacked Tigar, calling him an "Obama judge". The court made no comment in its ruling, but noted that four of the nine justices were in favor of lifting the lower court's stay and letting Trump enforce the ban, while lawsuits over it go ahead. (more...)
US Gov't now in partial shutdown
- December 23, 2018
WASHINGTON, Dec 22 - The U.S. government was partially shut down on Saturday in a fierce dispute over President Donald Trump's demands that Congress assign $5 billion for a wall along the border with Mexico. The president urged donors to sign up. This is the first time in 40 years that the government will have been closed three times in a year. Trump had pledged that Mexico would pay for the wall; Mexico has refused. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
WASHINGTON, Dec 22 - The U.S. government was partially shut down on Saturday in a fierce dispute over President Donald Trump's demands that Congress assign $5 billion for a wall along the border with Mexico. The president urged donors to sign up. This is the first time in 40 years that the government will have been closed three times in a year. Trump had pledged that Mexico would pay for the wall; Mexico has refused. (more...)
Trump Warns of ‘Very Long’ Shutdown Ahead
- December 23, 2018
That meeting ended after 30 minutes with no resolution. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer of NY met with Pence at the request of the White House, according to Schumer's office. They are federal corrections officers and Forest Service firefighters and National Weather Service forecasters and members of the Coast Guard. The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted a list of the services it will soon suspend, including the processing of certain business records. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
That meeting ended after 30 minutes with no resolution. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer of NY met with Pence at the request of the White House, according to Schumer's office. They are federal corrections officers and Forest Service firefighters and National Weather Service forecasters and members of the Coast Guard. The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted a list of the services it will soon suspend, including the processing of certain business records. (more...)
Czech coal mine methane gas explosion kills 13
- December 23, 2018
One of them was in a critical condition with burns over 50% of his body, hospital spokeswoman Nada Chattova said. One miner with a lighter injury was taken to a hospital in Karvina and seven were treated on the spot, also with lighter injuries, Czech media said. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
One of them was in a critical condition with burns over 50% of his body, hospital spokeswoman Nada Chattova said. One miner with a lighter injury was taken to a hospital in Karvina and seven were treated on the spot, also with lighter injuries, Czech media said. (more...)
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