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US to send Marines to embassy in Iraq as Trump blames Iran for attack

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Mike Pompeo warns Iraq US will 'defend its people' after embassy attack

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo warned Iraq on Tuesday that Washington will "defend its people" after supporters of pro-Iran factions breached the wall of the US embassy compound in Baghdad. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/36bcb44

Mike Pompeo warns Iraq US will 'defend its people' after embassy attack

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo warned Iraq on Tuesday that Washington will "defend its people" after supporters of pro-Iran factions breached the wall of the US embassy compound in Baghdad. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/36bcb44

Donald Trump expects Iraq to 'use its forces' to protect US embassy in Baghdad

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President Xi Jinping expresses concern over Hong Kong protests in his New Year's address

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Donald Trump expects Iraq to 'use its forces' to protect US embassy in Baghdad

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Carrie Lam: Protests brought Hong Kong 'sadness' in 2019

Months of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have brought “sadness, anxiety, disappointment and even rage," the city's leader said Tuesday, vowing to tackle underlying social and economic problems in the coming year. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/35coZps

Taiwan passes law to combat Chinese influence on politics

Taiwan's parliament passed an anti-infiltration law on Tuesday to combat perceived threats from China as the island gears up for a presidential vote on January 11 amid heightened tension with Beijing. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2F5Gn4A

Washington says Baghdad failed to 'protect' Americans

Washington has accused Iraqi authorities of failing to "protect" US interests, the day after deadly American air strikes against a pro-Iran group sparked anger. At least 25 fighters were killed in Sunday night's attacks, which were in retaliation for the death last week of a US civilian contractor. The United States has blamed the attacks on pro-Iran factions. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37rOyVc

Washington says Baghdad failed to 'protect' Americans

Washington has accused Iraqi authorities of failing to "protect" US interests, the day after deadly American air strikes against a pro-Iran group sparked anger. At least 25 fighters were killed in Sunday night's attacks, which were in retaliation for the death last week of a US civilian contractor. The United States has blamed the attacks on pro-Iran factions. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37rOyVc

Russia and Ukraine finalize gas transit deal ahead of NYE deadline

Moscow and Kiev on Monday signed a five-year agreement on the transit of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine, after months of difficult talks but just ahead of a looming New Year deadline. Around 18 percent of the European Union's annual natural gas consumption comes from Russia via Ukraine, putting additional pressure on EU officials who helped to broker the deal. from Europe News Headlines, Latest Europe News and Live Updates - Times of India https://ift.tt/36eH8Ey

Firearms instructor took out gunman at Texas church service

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Russia brings in artificial snow to beat its hottest year on record

“This year in Russia was the hottest for the entire period of instrumental observations,” the head of the Gidromedtsentr weather service, Roman Vilfand, said. He said Moscow’s average temperature for 2019 had hit 7.6°-7.7° Celsius, beating the previous record by 0.3°. He said January will continue to be warmer than usual in almost all regions of Russia. from Europe News Headlines, Latest Europe News and Live Updates - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Qapvjj

Russia brings in artificial snow to beat its hottest year on record

“This year in Russia was the hottest for the entire period of instrumental observations,” the head of the Gidromedtsentr weather service, Roman Vilfand, said. He said Moscow’s average temperature for 2019 had hit 7.6°-7.7° Celsius, beating the previous record by 0.3°. He said January will continue to be warmer than usual in almost all regions of Russia. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Qapvjj

Thousands trapped on Australia beach encircled by fire

As many as four thousand people are trapped on the foreshore of the encircled seaside town of Mallacoota, as smoke turned day to night and the authorities said nearby fires were causing extreme thunderstorms and "ember attacks". Preparations were reportedly under way for a sea or airborne evacuation if needed. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2F86W9k

China and US to sign ‘Phase 1’ trade deal this week: Report

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Countering extremism one click at a time

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Pompeo to visit Ukraine as Senate weighs impeachment trial

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Trump, Putin discussed Russia attack, arms control, relations: White House

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Muslim women spread Christmas cheer in Gaza

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Bangladesh closes breast milk bank after Islamist protests

Bangladesh's top Islamic leadership has not yet made a ruling on the milk bank, but it was halted after critics said the plan could lead to breaches of Sharia law if two babies drank milk from the same mother and later married. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/39qhlen

Taliban say have 'no ceasefire plans' in Afghanistan

The Taliban on Monday denied agreeing to any ceasefire in Afghanistan after rumours swirled of a potential deal that would see a reduction in fighting after more than 18 years of war. The US and the Afghan govt in Kabul have long called for a ceasefire with the Taliban, including during the year of negotiations between Washington and the militants that were abruptly called off by Trump in September. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2QbMURM

After brain surgery, Jimmy Carter returns to hometown church

The 95-year-old Carter and his wife of more than 70 years, Rosalynn, attended services at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains on Sunday, news outlets reported. Parishioners also prayed for the Carters, who were nestled into front-row seats at the church where Carter famously has taught Sunday school. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37ji6nG

China convicts researchers in gene-edited baby controversy

Lead researcher He Jiankui was sentenced to three years and fined 3 million yuan ($430,000). He, the lead researcher, said 13 months ago that he had helped make the world's first genetically edited babies, twin girls born in November 2018. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZBRwDI

Indian-Americans hold events in New York in support of CAA

Members of the Indian diaspora held events at different places to express their support for the amended Citizenship Act, terming it as a historic step taken by the Indian govt. A group of Indian-Americans gathered at Times Square on Sunday, carrying placards and raising slogans in support of the Modi govt and CAA. They raised slogans such as “We support Modi” and “We support CAA.” from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2SCVESz

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urges 'offensive' security measures

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called at a ruling party meeting for "positive and offensive measures" to ensure security ahead of a year-end deadline he has set for denuclearisation talks with the United States, state media KCNA said. Kim suggested action in the areas of foreign affairs, the munitions industry and armed forces. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/356qg1o

US civil rights icon John Lewis diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

Civil rights icon and US House Representative John Lewis has announced that he had been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. The diagnosis followed a "routine medical visit," Lewis, a 79-year-old Democrat who has repeatedly sparred with President Donald Trump, said in a statement. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37idLBc

US civil rights icon John Lewis diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

Civil rights icon and US House Representative John Lewis has announced that he had been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. The diagnosis followed a "routine medical visit," Lewis, a 79-year-old Democrat who has repeatedly sparred with President Donald Trump, said in a statement. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/37idLBc

Koch sets record for longest spaceflight by a woman

Koch is expected to spend a total of 328 days, or nearly 11months, on board the I SS before returning to Earth. Missions are typically six months, but Nasa announced in April that it was extending her mission until February. The US record for longest space flight is 340 days set by Scott Kelly in 2015-2016. The world record is 15 months set in the 1990s by a Russian cosmonaut aboard the former Mir space station. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2syCMcx

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urges 'offensive' security measures

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called at a ruling party meeting for "positive and offensive measures" to ensure security ahead of a year-end deadline he has set for denuclearisation talks with the United States, state media KCNA said. Kim suggested action in the areas of foreign affairs, the munitions industry and armed forces. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/356qg1o

US strikes against Al-Shabaab kill four militants in Somalia: AFRICOM

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2 dead, 1 critically injured in Texas church shooting

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US military carries out ‘strikes’ in Iraq, Syria against Kataib Hezbollah

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Trump retweets post naming alleged Ukraine whistleblower

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Ukraine rivals exchange 200 prisoners in controversial swap

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Iraq protesters lock down oil field, call strike

Iraqi anti-government protesters blockaded an oil field and rallied in southern cities Sunday while political factions remained paralysed in their attempts to form a new government. Several hundred people demanding jobs shut off access to the Nasiriyah field, 300 kilometres (190 miles) south of Baghdad, which produces 82,000 barrels of oil per day, executives said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/353OOrx

Taliban council agrees to cease-fire in Afghanistan

The Taliban said Saturday they have agreed to a temporary cease-fire nationwide. It provides a window during which a peace agreement with the United States could be signed. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2MEBML3

Ukraine rivals exchange 200 prisoners in controversial swap

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Five stabbed at New York rabbi's home in 'terrorist' attack

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Five stabbed at New York rabbi's home in 'terrorist' attack

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China to issue GDP figures under new mechanism from 2020

The new mechanism will unify the standards and procedures for calculating national and local GDP numbers which had been calculated under different accounting methods adopted by local and national statistics authorities since 1985, the National Bureau of Statistics said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/357eOlO

Pope Francis appeals for prayers for Somalia blast victims

Pope Francis appealed for prayers Sunday for the scores of people who lost their lives in a truck bombing in Somalia's capital. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3581LAS

Fifty dead as cold wave sweeps through Bangladesh

The country's lowest temperature this year was recorded at 4.5 degrees Celsius (40.1° Fahrenheit) early on Sunday in Tetulia, a border town in Bangladesh's north. At least 17 people died of acute respiratory infection and 33 from diarrhoea and other diseases across Bangladesh from Nov. 1 to Dec. 28, said a senior official of the government’s health directorate. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2QtcBfn

Taiwan president: Island's democracy under threat from China

"Taiwan's most pressing challenge arises from China's expanding ambitions,`` Tsai said. ``The situation in our region is ever-more complex and Taiwan's sovereignty - its free, democratic way of life - is under threat of being stripped away and undermined," said Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2rDHx4j

India-US strategic partnership registers rapid growth in 2019

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Two dead, 2,500 seek emergency shelter in cyclone-battered Fiji

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Philippines Christmas typhoon death toll climbs to 41

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5 people stabbed at during Hanukkah celebration

Multiple people were stabbed at a synagogue in Monsey, New York, while celebrating Hanukkah late Saturday night. ​The NYPD Counterterrorism Bureau says it is ``closely monitoring the reports of multiple people stabbed at a synagogue. The Anti-Defamation League of New York and New Jersey says it's also aware of reports and is on the way to the scene in Monsey. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2siC9E5

Italy's premier sets out fragile coalition's programme

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Thousands march in Paris to protest pension reform plan

In an unusual gesture, unions organizing the march asked yellow vest protesters to join them. The march coincided with the 59th consecutive Saturday of marches by the yellow vest movement that seeks social and economic justice. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2rzmHTt