Monday, October 21, 2013

World News Briefs -- October 21, 2013 (Evening Edition)



Obama Calls French President Over NSA Spying Report -- FOX News

President Obama called French President Francois Hollande on Monday to discuss a report that the National Security Agency (NSA) gained access to the phone records of over 70 million French citizens over a 30-day period.

Obama told Hollande that the United States is reviewing its intelligence-gathering to ensure a balance between security and privacy. The White House said both presidents agreed they should continue diplomatic discussions about the issue.

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MIDDLE EAST

Rebels along Lebanon’s border with Syria brace for government offensive.

Assad sees no date for Syria talks, mulls re-election. Kerry warns against Assad's re-election.

Syrian president casts doubt on peace conference.

Syria conference announced, as suicide bomb kills dozens.

U.S. tries to calm Saudi anger over Syria, Iran.

Israeli, Palestinian talks intensifying: Kerry.

Deadly Sunday: Over 50 killed in bombings across Iraq.

Iran sees nuclear talks with powers finishing within year: official.

Netanyahu's mission: to head off Iran sanctions relief.

Hamas says it's responsible for tunnel under Gaza-Israel border.

Amnesty says Saudi rights record getting worse.

ASIA

Fukushima overwhelmed with radioactive water.

Indian PM leaves for Russia, China.

As Pakistan’s Sharif heads to U.S., optimism in Islamabad and Washington.

Bangladesh heads for 'total deadlock' ahead of scheduled polls.

Chinese city paralysed by smog.

Australia bushfires live: fears Blue Mountains fires will join together.

Japan, US seeking to strengthen cyberdefense capabilities.

Prosecutors seek life term for ex-Khmer Rouge leaders.

AFRICA

Attack leads Mozambique ex-rebels to end peace deal.

Disputed Sudans region vows to hold own referendum.

US 'regrets' DRCongo talks halted.

Sudan on verge of collapse: ruling party reformer.

Student protests at Egypt's al-Azhar challenge army.

Egyptian Christians fear chaos after wedding bloodshed.

Egypt: gunmen open fire at Coptic Christian wedding in Cairo. Egypt's prime minister denounces Coptic church attack.

UN calls for quick deal as DR Congo peace talks falter.

South Sudan: Jonglei militia 'kills dozens'. Official: South Sudan rebels kill 41 in gun attack.

Boko Haram slaughters motorists in northeast Nigeria.

Tunisia sees Islamist militants exploiting Libya chaos.

Westgate attack: Kenya CCTV 'shows soldiers looting'.

Gaddafi's widow demands return of dictator’s body.

EUROPE

Obama speaks to France's Hollande about spying reports.

Human Rights Court rebukes Russia over WWII Katyn massacre.

Terrorist blast kills at least 6, injures over 30 in Volgograd, central Russia.

France has vast electronic spying network, paper says.

Spain must free ETA militant: European rights court.

Italy sends UAVs, ships on migrant patrols.

Europe warns Ukraine time running out for Tymoshenko solution.

Dagestan leader says parents of extremists must be punished.

Northern Ireland police to question witnesses to Bloody Sunday deaths.

AMERICAS

Nevada school shooting: Teacher killed, two students wounded.

Chinese oil firms, Europe's giants win Brazil auction.

Obama: No 'sugar-coating' problems with health website.

Nearly 6 million young Americans not in school or working.

'Unacceptable': Mexico slams reported US spying on President.

Progress with FARC slower than hoped for: Colombia's Santos.

Hurricane Raymond strengthens near Mexican coast.

Away from the capital, Americans wary of debt deal.

Canadian senator fights expulsion, corruption charges.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

New York man charged with trying to support al Qaeda terrorists.

Libyan politician to fight UK attempt to keep role in his rendition secret.

Jihadists from Germany set up base in Syria.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Netflix adds U.S. streaming customers, shares jump 9 percent.

Greenspan fears US government set for more debt stalemate.

JP Morgan 'may pay record $13bn fine'.

Halliburton tops estimates on foreign oilfield strength.

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