Monday, May 24, 2010

World News Briefs -- May 24, 2010



U.S. Military Told To Get Ready In Korea Standoff -- MSNBC

Obama orders commanders to prepare 'to deter future aggression'.

WASHINGTON - The White House said Monday that President Barack Obama "fully supports" the South Korean president and his response to the torpedo attack by North Korea that sank a South Korean naval ship.

In a statement, the White House said Seoul can continue to count on the full backing of the United States and said U.S. military commanders had been told to work with their South Korean counterparts "to ensure readiness and to deter future aggression."

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MIDDLE EAST

With death sentences, Iran seeks to cow opposition.

Jailed US hikers engaged in Iranian prison: mothers.

Iran submits nuclear deal with Turkey to IAEA.

Israel holds defense drill amid regional tension.

Syria: Obama has failed in peace efforts and lost influence in Mideast.

Lebanese PM to discuss Mideast tension with Obama.

ASIA

US, China to discuss North Korea, Iran at talks.

Clinton backs South Korea's crackdown on North Korea over sinking of Cheonan warship.

Thai army calls for extended curfew.

In reversal, Japan's Hatoyama says Marines can stay on Okinawa.

AFRICA

Ethiopian election draws record turnout; Opposition charges fraud.

Somaliland-Ethiopia border clash 'kills 13'.

Darfur rebels say release 63 government soldiers.

Israel's Peres denies offering South Africa nukes.

South Africa opens special World Cup courts.

EUROPE

Fiscal crises threaten Europe's generous benefits.

France poised to raise retirement age.

US deploys missiles to Poland to train NATO ally.

MPs at risk from radical Islamic loners.

Icelandic volcano eruption 'ending'.

Duchess of York apologizes after tabloid sting.

AMERICAS

Jamaica declares emergency in capital after attacks.

Jindal sounding alarm as oil bypasses booms in Louisiana.

Cuba to transfer political prisoners close to home.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Jihadis make their way to Pakistan training areas.

Hezbollah promotes itself through 'Jihadi Tourism'.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Euro down sharply as banking concerns resurface.

Hu says China to hold firm on yuan policy.

BP plans plug attempt as Gulf oil leak costs rise.

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