Monday, June 9, 2014

World News Briefs -- June 9, 2014 (Evening Edition)



Karachi Airport Reopens After Pakistan Taliban Assault -- BBC

Pakistan's largest airport has resumed operations after an assault by militants which left at least 30 people, including the attackers, dead.

The assault on Jinnah international airport in Karachi began late on Sunday, with security forces gaining control in the early hours of Monday.

The Pakistani Taliban have said they carried out the raid as revenge for the killing of their leader last year.

A government spokesman said a full investigation was under way.

Asif Kirmani, a political secretary to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, also praised the security forces for their response.

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MIDDLE EAST

45 dead in clashes between jihadists in Syria: NGO.

Syria becoming warlord-run failed state, says former peace envoy.

Bombs against Kurds, other attacks in Iraq kill 40. Twin blasts at Kurdish party office in north Iraq kill 24. Twin bombing near Kurdish party office in north Iraq kills 30.

Saudi Arabia jails 33 for up to 30 years on terrorism charges.

Israel deploys Iron Dome near Syrian border at Golan Heights.

Israeli cabinet mulls dwindling options with the Palestinian government.

Iran says six-month extension of nuclear talks may be necessary.

Iran's Rouhani meets with Turkish PM Erdogan.

US, Iran, EU meet in Geneva for nuclear talks.

ASIA

Pakistan reopens airport after deadly raid.

Pakistani Taliban attack airport in Karachi, 27 dead. Well-trained and armed, Taliban tried to hijack plane in Pakistan.

A look at the history of militancy in Pakistan.

Afghanistan tightens election security after Abdullah attack.

Flash floods in Afghanistan 'kill 100' and force thousands to flee their homes.

India, China hold talks on boosting trade, border disputes.

China's trade surplus rises to $36bn in May.

China ships 'rammed 1,400 times by Vietnamese vessels'.

Myanmar military 'tortures civilians': human rights group.

AFRICA

Nigerian gunmen kidnap 20 women in northeast.

Sudan army says 110 rebels killed in South Kordofan.

Sierra Leone doubles Ebola death toll.

Sisi keeps Egyptian premier to fix economy after turmoil.

Disputed Libyan PM quits after court ruling. Libya PM's election declared unconstitutional. Libyan court says PM's election invalid, raising hopes of end to stalemate.

South Sudan unhappy with rebel news conference in Sudan.

Clashes erupt over new Nigeria emir.

Eritrea 'desolate' - Catholic bishops.

South Africa platinum strike talks in crucial final day of mediation.

South Africa's Zuma leaves hospital, will rest.

EUROPE

Ukraine sees 'understanding' with Russia on peace moves.

Ukraine, separatists battle to control border with Russia.

Ukraine, Russia launch crisis talks on gas, insurgency. Ukraine launches dual talks with Russia to end fighting in east and avert gas cut.

Shelling Ukraine’s Slaviansk causes serious destruction, leads to casualties.

Over 7,000 Ukrainians flee to Russia’s Rostov region in past day.

Kosovo PM Thaci's party clams victory.

Italy intercepts over 5,000 migrants at sea over the weekend.

King Juan Carlos: 'I don't want my son to grow old waiting like Prince Charles'.

5 sentenced, 2 to life, in Politikovskaya killing.

Pope hosts Israeli, Palestinian Presidents for prayer meeting.

AMERICAS

Bergdahl family thanks supporters, friends.

Dozen corpses found in pickup in gang-ridden Mexican state.

Clinton says she urged end to Cuba embargo.

Brazil grapples with joy, frustration of World Cup.

Sao Paulo police fire stun grenades at protesters three days before World Cup opener. Subway strikers clash with Sao Paulo police.

World Cup leaves Brazil costly stadiums, poor public transport.

Argentina players pose with banner proclaiming 'The Falklands are Argentine' before World Cup warm-up match.

Colombia government and Farc rebels to set up truth commission.

Mexican President hints may be open to change in marijuana laws.

War gear flows to US police departments.

Inmates who escaped by helicopter from Quebec prison hunted by police.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Taliban swapped for Bergdahl could be drone targets, Kerry indicates.

Top intelligence official claims: Obama admin. funded terror network ‘for the next ten years’.

Gitmo inmate with hope for ‘milk and honey farm’ makes release list.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

World stock markets up near record high; low yields help.

Britain becomes haven for U.S. companies keen to cut tax bills.

Hackers are holding the world to ransom: Cyber attacks cost the global economy more than £328 billion a year, claims report.

World stocks rise on higher Japan growth, US jobs.

Sony 'overtakes' rival Nintendo in console sales.

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