Reuters: At White House, pope focuses on environment, poverty and migrants
Pope Francis on Wednesday urged the United States to help tackle climate change and touched on other divisive U.S. political issues such as immigration and economic inequality on his first visit to the world's richest nation.
In a speech on the White House South Lawn on the first full day of his U.S. trip, the Argentine pontiff lauded President Barack Obama's efforts to reduce air pollution, months after Francis made the environment one of his top concerns by issuing a landmark encyclical letter to the church.
"It seems clear to me also that climate change is a problem which can no longer be left to a future generation. When it comes to the care of our common home, we are living at a critical moment of history," the pope said at a welcoming ceremony.
MIDDLE EAST
Syria deploys Russian drones for first time: security source.
Russia expands military buildup in Syria with two new bases.
Syria confirms receipt of Russian jets to target Isis.
Russia's Syria military build-up is self-protection - Kerry. Kerry says Russian support for Assad risks confrontation.
US becomes more perceptive to Russia's position on Syrian crisis — Lavrov.
Turkish jets pound Kurdish militant camp in northern Iraq: security sources.
Yemen’s newly returned leader works to restore authority.
Iran leader hits at Israel over al-Aqsa violence.
Israel needs U.S. military aid, intelligence sharing in wake of Iran deal, top lawmaker says.
Islam's pilgrims pray for peace in Muslim countries wracked by war.
ASIA
Afghanistan wows measures against child sex abuse.
Georgian soldier killed in attack near U.S. base in Afghanistan.
After jokes, applause at dinner, China's Xi gets down to U.S. business.
Xi: Conflict between US, China would be 'disastrous’.
Xi calls for 'new model' US-China relationship.
Xi Jinping says China open to foreign business amid economic reforms.
China factory activity contraction worsens.
U.S. woman says her detention in China for spy probe is about politics.
Nepal PM scraps U.N. trip to tackle protests over charter.
Malaysia arrests six people, says they may have aided Bangkok bomber.
AFRICA
Nigeria bullish on Boko Haram but fear of attack lingers.
Ex-fighter's calls for Algeria Islamist party stir ghosts of past.
Burkina Faso president 'back in charge' after coup. Burkina Faso coup: Michel Kafando 'back in charge'.
EU urges Libya parties to grasp peace deal, stands ready with massive support.
Malaria deaths skyrocket in South Sudan as people continue to flee fighting.
Kenya finds weapons, drugs on Norway-flagged ship. Weapons found inside U.N. vehicles on ship in Kenya: vessel owner.
Congo leader Nguesso promises referendum over third term.
Egypt agrees to buy warships built for Russia from France.
Egypt's Sisi pardons 100 prisoners, including Al Jazeera journalists. Egypt pardons jailed al-Jazeera journalists. Egypt pardons Al Jazeera journalists Fahmy and Mohamed.
EUROPE
EU looks to tighten borders, help neighbors host Syrian refugees.
Divided EU leaders to offer cash for Syria refugees.
EU braces for turbulent summit after divisive deal on refugee quotas. Migrant crisis: EU splits exposed as summit looms.
Russia may put missiles in Kaliningrad if U.S. upgrades nuclear arms in Germany: Interfax.
Russia plans second big military base near Ukrainian border.
Putin praises anti-extremism efforts as Moscow mosque reopens.
Russian vetoes are putting UN security council's legitimacy at risk, says US.
Kiev stops debt payments, faces technical default.
Thriving mafia sucks hope from Italy's struggling south.
WHO says most people in Europe too fat.
AMERICAS
Pope Francis makes Saint of controversial missionary.
Pope tells Bishops that clergy abuse must not be repeated.
At White House arrival ceremony, Pope Francis praises President Obama’s efforts on climate change.
Colombia leader, rebel chief meet for 'important' announcement.
Latin America cracks open its doors as Syrian refugee crisis mounts.
Relishing new Wi-Fi, Cuba's young clamor for more.
Guyana says Venezuela deployed troops on border area. Guyana accuses Venezuela of aggression near border.
Colombia's Santos to visit peace talks, may sign justice accord.
Just when you thought the e-mail story couldn’t get worse for Hillary Clinton …
Hillary Clinton: I oppose Keystone XL pipeline.
Feds lost 5.5 million Americans’ fingerprint files in cyber hack.
Baseball legend Yogi Berra dies aged 90: MLB.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
2 men charged in Canada train terror get life in prison.
Guantánamo detainee transferred to Saudi Arabia. Once deemed too dangerous to release, Saudi detainee at Guantanamo Bay prison has been repatriated. Guantanamo Bay: US frees 'Bin Laden bodyguard'.
US Senate committee drops ‘terrorist activity’ reporting requirement from intel bill.
Militant group publishes global hitlist of bloggers, activists and writers.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Volkswagen boss quits over diesel scandal.
Report: China inks deal to buy 300 Boeing jets.
US drug company to cut 5,000% price rise after backlash.
Happy Birthday ruled out of copyright.
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