Wednesday, April 15, 2015

World News Briefs -- April 15, 2015

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani prepares to depart after the end of a press conference on the sidelines of the 69th United Nations General Assembly in New York September 26, 2014. Reuters/Adrees Latif

Reuters: Iran says nuclear deal depends on lifting of sanctions

(Reuters) - Iran said on Wednesday it would only accept a deal over its contested nuclear program if world powers simultaneously lifted all sanctions imposed on it.

The comments by President Hassan Rouhani came the day after U.S. President Barack Obama was forced to give Congress a say in any future accord -- including the right to veto the lifting of sanctions imposed by U.S. lawmakers.


MIDDLE EAST

Houthis condemn UN resolution on Yemen.

Fierce clashes in Iraq as IS seizes villages near Ramadi. Islamic State reverses some losses in Iraq amid US-led airstrikes.

U.S. warns Iran to halt unilateral military moves in Iraq.

Iran's Zarif says Russian missile deal won't affect nuclear talks.

Obama nuclear deal a tough sell to Iran’s hard-liners.

Kerry: still confident US can conclude Iran nuclear deal.

Saudi-UAE relations tense following military action in Yemen.

Israeli military arrests 29 Palestinians on suspected Hamas links in overnight West Bank raid.

ASIA

Afghan military prepares for major counterinsurgency operations in the north.

Philippines seeks help from U.S. in South China Sea dispute.

China dismisses Philippine leader's call to fear Beijing.

China's figures show economy slowing down. China economic growth hits 6-year low.

China calls on Dalai Lama to 'put aside illusions' about talks.

North Korea celebrates 103rd birthday of its 'eternal president'.

Moscow expects North Korean leader to attend Victory Day parade.

Optimism over US-Japan relations ahead of Abe's visit.

China: 57 countries to be founding members of AIIB.

AFRICA

Libya's Tobruk-based government attacks Tripoli airport. Air strikes near Tripoli as U.N. peace talks on Libya due to resume.

Bomb in north Egypt kills two military academy students.

Deaths in South Africa as mobs target foreigners.

Guinea protesters honour uneasy truce in wake of riots.

Tanzania arrests 10 suspected members of Somali militant group.

Burundi at 'crossroads' between peace and violence: UN.

Sudan extends vote amid low turnout.

African economic growth to slow in 2015: IMF.

EUROPE

Ukraine crisis: Russia accused of sending military weapons to rebels.

Russian admiral dismisses Poroshenko’s threat to fight for returning Crimea as bluff.

Russian return to G8 depends on Ukraine ceasefire-German minister.

Greece's financial/debt crisis continues to escalate.

REPORT: Now Germany is getting ready for Greece to default too.

Italy hit by "unprecedented influx of migrants".

Presumed deaths of 400 migrants among worst recent tragedies.

AMERICAS

Obama relents, will allow congressional review of Iran nuclear deal. Iran’s leader dismisses US Congressional role in nuclear deal.

Ten Colombian soldiers killed by Farc rebels despite ceasefire. Farc rebels 'break Colombia truce' after 10 soldiers killed.

Cubans hail removal from US list of state terrorism sponsors.

Brazilian military ignoring requests for "intervention," defense chief says.

US fast food workers demand higher wages.

U.S. to inform Americans whether they are on ‘no-fly’ list, and possibly why.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Islamic State operating in Mexico just 8 miles from U.S. border: report.

Al Qaeda's bench of leaders dwindles.

US drone strike kills four in Taliban, al Qaeda haven.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Global financial risks have risen, says IMF.

Japan poised to overtake China as America's biggest creditor.

EU raises stakes in Google battle with antitrust charges. EU accuses Google Shopping of search 'abuse'.

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