Friday, November 23, 2012

World News Briefs -- Novembver 23, 2012



Morsi Decree Triggers Mass Protests In Egypt -- Al Jazeera

Clashes erupt while the president justifies granting himself sweeping powers as necessary to defend the revolution.

Supporters and opponents of Egypt's president have clashed in several cities after he assumed sweeping new powers, a clear show of the deepening polarisation plaguing the country.

Buoyed by accolades from around the world for mediating a truce between Hamas and Israel, Mohamed Morsi on Thursday issued a declaration giving himself powers that go beyond those held by toppled president Hosni Mubarak, putting himself above the judiciary.

He also rordered that an Islamist-dominated assembly writing the new constitution could not be dissolved by legal challenges.

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MIDDLE EAST

After cease-fire, Israel eyes war's economic cost.

Poll: Half of Israelis think stopped its military campaign in Hamas-ruled Gaza too soon.

More than 40,000 killed since start of Syria conflict: monitor.

Syrian rebels take key military base.

Syria fighting rages amid Iran envoy's visit.

Baghdad, Kurds trade accusations of troop buildup.

ASIA

Pakistan cuts phones in hope of stopping attacks on Shi'ites.

N. Korea preparing for missile launch.

South Korea marks Yeonpyeong island attack.

How India reacted to Mumbai gunman Ajmal Kasab’s execution.

Cambodia: Hun Sen shows knack for staying in power.

AFRICA

Egypt protesters attack Mursi's party offices.

Congo M23 rebel leader in Uganda for talks-source.

Mali under pressure to give separatists autonomy in fight against al-Qaida.

Mali’s secular rebels meet French government amid push for international military intervention.

Nigeria: Army executions caught on video.

Amnesty: Thousands untried, 'lost' in Mozambique prisons.

EUROPE

EU summit breaks up without agreement over budget.

Georgia's new premier raises pressure on president.

Greek police clash with migrants at detention centre.

Britain bans Nigerian Islamist group accused of murder.

Jailed Pussy Riot member moves to single cell.

AMERICAS

Black Friday: US begins its key sales weekend.

Argentina fears default after American court ruling.

Latin American ports ready for Panama Canal expansion.

Haiti's rising food insecurity risks social tension, says FAO.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

The threat of Jihadi terrorism continues – Analysis.

Dependence on paid informant in terrorism case may aid defense.

Iran military support to terrorist organizations in Gaza.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

China and US manufacturing improves.

For retail, cyber Monday’s growing in status — and dollars.

Oil prices ease as Gaza truce holds.

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