Friday, October 25, 2013

World News Briefs -- October 25, 2013 (Evening Edition)



EU Leaders Warn U.S. Spying Scandal May Hamper Fight Against Terror -- CNN

(CNN) -- European leaders warned Friday that reports of widespread spying on world leaders by the U.S. National Security Agency have raised "deep concerns" among Europeans and could affect the cooperation needed for effective intelligence gathering.

"A lack of trust could prejudice the necessary cooperation in the field," the leaders said in a joint statement issued at the conclusion of a two-day European Union summit in Brussels, Belgium.

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy announced that Madrid has summoned U.S. Ambassador James Costos over the matter. The U.S. Embassy in Madrid declined to comment, saying that Rajoy's statement stands for itself.

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MIDDLE EAST

Syrian army makes more gains near capital.

Turkey, Iraq eye closer cooperation on Syria as relations thaw.

Hardships mounting for refugees inside Syria.

Iraq to press U.S. on drones, F-16s to fight al Qaeda.

Death toll rises in northern Lebanon clashes.

U.N. nuclear agency chief to meet top Iran negotiator. Iran, powers to have expert-level nuclear talks in Vienna October 30-31.

Iran gives Christians 80 lashes for communion wine as UN blasts human rights record.

Israel announces new settlement building.

Israel earthquake could kill 7,000, disaster forecasts claim.

Saudi government warns driving ban activists.

ASIA

7.3-magnitude quake rocks Japan; no damage reports.

Pakistan extends custody of former dictator Musharraf.

UN: Afghan refugees harassed in Pakistan.

Only woman running for Afghan President gets disqualified.

Philippines eyes swift conclusion of S. China Sea arbitration.

Japan protests against South Korean drill on disputed islands.

Japan secrecy act stirs fears about press freedom, right to know.

Mongolia's special relationship with North Korea pays economic dividends.

North Korea repatriates South Korean citizens at DMZ.

Taiwan’s president, Ma Ying-jeou, plans to expand relations with China.

China court upholds life sentence for ousted Bo Xilai.

Pakistan looks to Iran to help keep the lights on.

AFRICA

Egyptian police use teargas on protests in Alexandria and Suez.

Nigeria says kills 74 Islamists in ground, air assault. Nigerian militants raid northern city of Damaturu.

Libya: Gadhafi's son, others indicted.

Sudan nomads warn of war as leaders fail to end Abyei fight.

French forces to combat Mali 'terrorists', says Hollande.

Mali’s security top concern as West African leaders meet Friday in Dakar .

Renewed fighting breaks out in east Congo. Fresh clashes between government, M23 rebels in DR Congo.

Somali piracy at seven-year low, new tactics by militants onshore: U.N..

Algerian troops find huge arms cache on Libya border.

Algeria's Bouteflika to curb security service power: party official.

Madagascar votes in first presidential election since 2009 coup.

Kenya's William Ruto loses ICC trial attendance ruling.

EUROPE

Czech left set to win election but new parties cloud outlook.

EU leaders rebuff calls for action on Europe's migration crisis.

NSA files – Merkel and Hollande call for talks with US by end of year – live.

Merkel frosty on the U.S. over 'unacceptable' spying allegations.

Germany wants a German Internet as spying scandal rankles.

Small, steady growth for Europe’s economy.

Hundreds of migrants rescued in sea off Italy. Italian navy and Coast Guard rescue 800 migrants in Mediterranean.

Boxer and opposition leader Klitschko to run for Ukrainian presidency in 2015.

French customs service withers as Europe borders become 'sieve'.

Spanish students, teachers protest against education cuts, reform.

AMERICAS

White House says 'Obamacare' website will be fixed by end of November.

Full testing of HealthCare.gov began too late, contractors say. Contractors describe scant pre-launch testing of U.S. healthcare site.

Canadian senators face suspension over improper expense claims.

Canada won't come close to meeting emissions target: Environment Canada.

Mexico urged to rein in security forces, trace missing people.

Man arrested in northern Mexico suspected of killing 79.

U.S., Grenada to mark 30th anniversary of military intervention.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Analysis: UN adds Benghazi suspect to al Qaeda sanctions list.

EU says distrust of US on spying may harm terror fight.

Federal court in N.Y. upholds ex-Guantanamo detainee’s conviction.

Gitmo lawyers spar over prison cell searches.

Poll finds strong U.S. support for deeper Benghazi probe.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Cautious Twitter valued at 'modest' $10.9 billion as it announces IPO of $20 a share after learning from Facebook's 'fatal mistake' last year.

China and Europe make up after averting trade war.

Exclusive- Boeing gets $20.7 billion worth of 737 Max commitments from China: sources.

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