Friday, June 10, 2011

World News Briefs -- June 10, 2011 (Evening Edition)



Syrian Army Enters Besieged Town As Protests Leave At Least 20 Dead -- The Guardian

• Thousands flee into Turkey in face of advance
• Demonstrations met with gunfire, say activists

The Syrian regime ordered its army to enter the besieged town of Jisr al-Shughour on Friday as pro-democracy demonstrations across the country were met with gunfire, leaving more than 20 dead, according to activists.

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MIDDLE EAST

25 killed in Syria as US, Turkey slam regime. Syrian army 'moves on Jisr al-Shughour'. Syria forces kill 2 protesters, swoop on border town.

Bahrain: Cultivating a Prince to coax an ally to change.

Yemen protesters demand wounded leader's ouster.

Iraq militia claims attack on U.S. troops.

Israeli police, Palestinian protesters clash at Jerusalem holy site.

Iran caught 10 times trying to send arms to terrorists. Diplomats: Iran not breaking int'l law.

Hamas leaders open Facebook pages in attempt to woo Palestinian public.

ASIA

CIA chief on visit to repair ties with Pakistan.

Angry Pakistani army says it doesn't want U.S. aid.

South Korea reaffirms desire for direct nuke talks with North. NK says no room for Korean talks.

China accuses Vietnam in South China Sea row.

Vietnam to hold live-fire drill as China rift grows. Vietnam plans live-fire drill amid South China Sea row.

Karzai says Taliban deal a must to end Afghan war.

Shooting video another blow to Pakistan's security forces.

India Maoists kill 10 police in Chhattisgarh mine blast.

AFRICA

Kadhafi offered exit 'guarantees' amid deadly clashes. Libya's Gadhafi writes Congress for cease-fire. NATO official: Gadhafi a legitimate target. NATO denies helicopter shot down in Libya.

Somalia extends government; Premier fired.

Sudanese border battles put thousands on the run. UN says up to 146,000 displaced by Sudan clashes.

Nigeria gunmen kidnap volunteers in Delta oil region.

Egypt’s economy slows to a crawl; Revolt is tested.

EUROPE

Croatia's green light to join EU raises hopes in Balkans.

Spain police crack Anonymous cell accused of hacking PlayStation.

Georgia threatens to abandon Russia talks.

Gates: NATO is risking 'dismal failure'.

Germany: Sprouts did cause deadly E. coli outbreak.

Russia halves Belarus power supply over unpaid bills.

AMERICAS

Colombia bid to rescue kidnapped Chinese oil workers.

Mexico drugs war: Corruption grows on US border.

Ash cloud closes Argentina airports for a second day.

Panetta expected to be confirmed as Pentagon chief.

Americans' equity in their homes near a record low.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Panetta says Yemen still cooperating in counterterror.

US kills AQAP leaders in airstrike in southern Yemen: report.

Tahawwur Rana convicted of aiding Mumbai attack group.

Europeans ask U.S. not to seek death penalty in Cole bombing.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Fed prepares for last spurt of easy money flood.

Supreme Court rules against Microsoft in i4i patent case.

Lagarde rival says appointment "done deal": Report.

Hillary Clinton 'wants to quit to run World Bank'. Exclusive: Clinton in talks over possible move to World Bank.

Oil drops as Saudis act unilaterally to increase supply.

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