Friday, June 26, 2015

World News Briefs -- June 26, 2015



New York Times: Terrorist Attacks in France, Tunisia and Kuwait Kill Dozens

BEIRUT, Lebanon — Terrorists attacked sites in France, Tunisia and Kuwait on Friday, leaving a bloody toll on three continents and prompting new concerns about the spreading influence of jihadists.

In France, attackers stormed an American-owned industrial chemical plant near Lyon, decapitated one person and tried unsuccessfully to blow up the factory.

In Tunisia, gunmen opened fire at a beach resort, killing at least 27 people, officials said. At least one of the attackers was killed by security forces.

MIDDLE EAST

Terror attacks: gunmen open fire on Tunisia tourist beach, Kuwait bomb attack, France attack – live updates.

Kuwait Shia mosque blast death toll 'rises to 25'. Islamic State suicide bomber kills more than 10 in Kuwait mosque attack. Kuwait paramedic, rights group: 16 killed in mosque attack. ISIS claims deadly mosque attack in Kuwait.

Islamic State kills at least 145 civilians in Syria's Kobani: monitor. ISIS kills at least 145 civilians in Syria's Kobani, says monitoring group. Syria crisis: Islamic State 'kills 120 civilians' in Kobane.

Turkey accused of allowing ISIL fighters to cross its border to attack a Kurdish town only recently freed of militants.

Turkey denies aiding Islamic State assault on Kobane.

Iran nuclear deal’s final push sees Kerry, Zarif meet in Vienna.

Iran nuclear agreement deadline may slip.

Iran nuclear talks: Obama warned over concessions.

Iran criticized for human rights abuses in State Department report.

Israeli forces shoot and kill Palestinian gunman in West Bank: army.

ASIA

Philippine officials say China's island-building is still in full swing at 2 disputed reefs.

China angered at Senate bill on Taiwan military cooperation.

U.S. criticizes Myanmar military veto after law change fails.

Karzai hails deepening Russian-Afghan ties.

Skeptics wonder if North Korea is exaggerating drought impact.

Sri Lanka's president dissolves parliament.

Chinese shares tumble more than 7% amid Asian losses.

AFRICA

Tunisia attack on Sousse beach 'kills 28'. Tunisia attacks: Live updates.

Scores of AU troops killed in Al-Shabab attack. Somalia attack: Al-Shabab 'kills 30' at AU military base. Al-Shabaab claims 30 peacekeepers killed in Somalia attack. Al-Shabab claims attack on AU base in Somalia.

Libya rivals back in Morocco for fresh peace talks.

Niger army, Boko Haram clash.

Burundi crisis escalates as opposition boycotts elections.

Eritrean refugees protest AU inaction against dictatorship.

Famine conditions in South Sudan war zones: monitors.

EUROPE

France attack: Man decapitated at factory near Lyon.

France put on high alert after attack on chemical plant.

Greece debt crisis: Athens offered cash-for-reforms deal. Greece debt talks fail to reach deal as deadline looms.

Putin out to seize control of Ukraine, says Kiev defense chief.

NATO commander: Putin isn't finished with eastern Ukraine.

Putin calls Obama to discuss Ukraine, Middle East.

Russian spymaster-statesman Primakov dies at 85.

EU agrees to relocate 40,000 migrants.

French government orders Paris police to crack down on Uber after protests.

Vatican formally recognizes Palestinian state by signing treaty.

AMERICAS

U.S. top court backs Obamacare, president says it's here to stay. Obamacare ruling puts Supreme Court on hot seat in U.S. presidential race.

Gay marriage declared legal across the US in historic supreme court ruling. Supreme Court extends gay marriage nationwide.

Haiti PM warns of 'humanitarian crisis' caused by Dominican deportation policy.

Venezuela enlists Russia, China on bond sale to ease cash crunch.

'Pirates' are stealing equipment from Venezuela's biggest oil refinery.

Americans are delaying major life events because of money worries.


TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Dozens die from Tunisia to France on Caliphate’s anniversary. Terror attacks on 3 continents, including 27 killed at Tunisia hotel.

Attacks hit three continents amid fears of escalating Islamist violence.

Italy arrests suspected al Qaeda bomber at Rome airport.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Pacific trade talks enter 'Fast and Furious' phase.

With $21 trillion, China’s savers are set to change the world.

Icahn makes $1.6bn profit on Netflix stake.

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