Saturday, January 14, 2012

Iran mulls `punishing` US, Israel, UK for killing

Iran mulls `punishing` US, Israel, UK for killing


Iran mulls `punishing` US, Israel, UK for killing

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Iran is looking at "punishing" those behind the assassination of one of its nuclear scientists, a senior military official said.

Arab League to reassess Syria mission: Chief

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The Arab League is to reassess the work of its heavily criticised observer mission in Syria at a meeting later this month.

Gunmen kill 4 in pub attacks in Northeast Nigeria

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Four people were killed after gunmen attacked two pubs in northeastern Nigeria, amid a wave of such violence blamed on Islamist group Boko Haram.

Thai police say Bangkok bomb plot called off

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An alleged terrorist plot aimed at Bangkok that sparked urgent warnings of danger from the US and Israel has been thwarted, Thai police said.

Tibetan attempts self-immolation in China: Groups

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The 16th self-immolation attempt to hit Tibetan areas in less than a year.

China plans to sign extradition treaties with countries

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China plans to sign extradition treaties with number of countries to facilitate the repatriation of 4,000 Chinese criminals holding on USD 50 billion illegally obtained funds.

Egypt military ruler to Libya on 1st state visit abroad

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Egypt`s military ruler Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi visits Libya on Monday to boost ties between the two neighbouring countries.

Tunisia marks year after Ben Ali ouster

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Tunisia marked the flight into exile a year ago of the north African country`s despot Zine El Abidine Ben Ali after popular uprising that gave birth to the Arab Spring.

Egypt`s ElBaradei pulls out of presidential race

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Egypt`s reform leader Mohamed ElBaradei said he is pulling out of the country`s presidential race to protest the military`s failure to put the country on the path to democracy.

‘US-Indo defence ties not based on arms sales’

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America`s defence ties with India are dependent on common interests and objectives, a top Pentagon official said.

US fears Israel may be preparing to strike Iran

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Israel is preparing a military strike against Iran over US objections, triggering Americans to step up contingency plans.

PPP may ask Swiss to revive graft cases

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PPP has started deliberations on writing to Swiss authorities for reviving graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.

Brazil has 14 of world`s 50 most violent cities

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Of the 50 most violent cities across the world, 14 are in Brazil, a Mexican think-tank said Friday.

Brazil may change immigration policy

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Brazil may have to change its immigration policy to deal with the country`s influx of immigrants, Brazil`s Defense Minister Celso Amorim said Friday.

US military investigates abuse video

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US Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James Amos has appointed a general to investigate and take any action stemming from a video of abuse by four Marines.

Obama proposes to streamline US government

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President Barack Obama proposed Friday to streamline the government by eliminating duplication, waste and inefficiencies.

Iraq suicide bombing leaves 50 dead

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At least 50 people were killed and around 100 others injured Saturday in a suicide bombing targeting Shia pilgrims in Iraq.

China offers $135 mn aid to Nepal

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China offered USD 135 million in aid to Nepal to beef up its infrastructure and security during a brief visit by the Chinese Premier.

Taiwan`s China-friendly President wins re-election

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Taiwan`s President won re-election, paving the way for a continuation of the China-friendly policies that have delighted Beijing and Washington.

Ship runs aground off Italy, at least six dead

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A luxury cruise ship ran aground off the coast of Tuscany, forcing some 4,200 people aboard to evacuate aboard lifeboats.

Man given life term for plot to blow up airport

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A man was sentenced to life in prison for conspiring in a 9/11-like terror plot to blow up JKF airport in New York.

Obama camp launches withering attack on Romney

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The Obama camp launched a withering attack on Mitt Romney, who is leading the race to bag the Republican nomination.

Iran ships approached US vessels in Gulf

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Small Iranian military motorboats approached U.S. vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz twice last week.

British Navy nabs 13 Somali pirates in Indian Ocean

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The British Royal Navy has captured 13 Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean, Defence Ministry said.

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