Friday, April 13, 2012

World News Briefs -- April 13, 2012 (Evening Edition)



U.N. Security Council Condemns North Korea Launch, Mum On Sanctions -- L.A. Times

The United Nations Security Council on Friday condemned North Korea for its rocket launch, saying the action flew in the face of two previous resolutions that slapped sanctions on the isolated nation.

In a brief statement, Security Council President Susan Rice said the group would continue its consultations on “an appropriate response, in accordance with its responsibilities, given the urgency of the matter.”

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MIDDLE EAST

Syria ceasefire: Security forces 'fire at protesters'. A tenuous truce holds, but Syria lacking full compliance with peace plan. Skirmish on Day 2 of fragile Syria truce. Syria ceasefire: UN plans to send observers 'in days'.

United Nations considering 30 military observers for Syria. International observers mission is next step in Syria peace plan.

High stakes, low hopes for Iran nuclear talks. Iran officials arrive in Istanbul for nuclear talks.

China to begin delivering supertankers to Iran in May.

Qaeda battles to create safe haven in Yemen.

UAE recalls envoy to Iran in islands row.

ASIA

North Korea failed rocket launch increases likelihood of new nuclear test.
Failed launch is setback for North Korea’s new leader. West condemns North Korea's rocket launch. North Korea puts brave face on rocket failure with mass centenary celebrations.

Mongolian ex-President seized over corruption.

China puts on show of might over Bo Xilai’s military allies.

China economic growth dips to 8.1% in the first quarter.

David Cameron arrives in Burma for historic trip.

Leader of Australian Greens party quits.

AFRICA

Guinea-Bissau troops stage coup, seize prime minister. Guinea-Bissau coup suspected as military seizes parts of capital. Guinea-Bissau military attack parts of capital. Fate of Guinea-Bissau leaders unknown after attack.

Sudan army advancing, ‘So many bodies at the front line’. South Sudan, Sudan, effectively at war, analyst says. Sudan declares itself in state of war with South Sudan, stops negotiations. South Sudan says won't withdraw troops.

Attempted rebellion in Congo curtailed by specially trained troops. Kabila halts military operations in east Congo. DRC President puts pressure on military defectors.

Mali's new leader threatens 'total war' against Tuareg rebels.

Egyptian lawmakers vote to bar Mubarak officials' presidential bids.

EUROPE

Hard times lift Greece’s anti-immigrant fringe.

France's presidential rivals clash over debt fears.

Nicolas Sarkozy's comeback hopes crumble, polls show.

Russia’s opposition movement tested in southern city.

Ken vs. Boris in race to be London's Olympic mayor.

AMERICAS

Barack Obama paid 20.5% tax in 2011 - White House.

Crazy warm March across U.S. shatters records.

Americas summit host seeks role as regional leader.

Obama is off to Colombia but has audience at home.

Cancer hasn't dimmed Hugo Chavez's electoral hopes.

Video of kid 'violence' stirs storm in Mexico. Violence in a 'world of children': Can video shock Mexico into action?

Argentina president Fernandez proposes oil firm nationalization.

Vaccinations begin in a cholera-ravaged Haiti.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Convicted Lockerbie bomber taken to hospital: brother.

US officials: Drone strikes will go on in Pakistan.

Pakistan to deport bin Laden’s family to Saudi Arabia next week, says lawyer.

Lawyers spar over funding in Guantánamo court.

US media want access to USS Cole testimony.

Guantánamo war crimes tribunals 'transparently unfair'.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

JP Morgan, Wells Fargo earnings top estimates: Key takeaways.

Russian tycoon's purchase of US-backed battery company sparks anxiety.

Bahrain Grand Prix to go ahead as planned, FIA confirms.

Google’s stock split will help tighten Page’s, Brin’s grip on company’s destiny.

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