Reuters: Belgians seize key suspects in Paris, Brussels attacks
Mohamed Abrini, wanted for November's Islamic State attacks in Paris, was among five people arrested in Brussels on Friday, Belgian prosecutors said, adding that he was also tied to last month's Brussels bombings.
They said they were checking whether Abrini, a 31-year-old Belgian, was the "man in the hat" seen on security footage at Brussels airport on March 22 with two suicide bombers. Belgium's public broadcasters said it was "more than likely" he was.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria's Assad shows no willingness to compromise.
Syria war: Rebels take key northern town of al-Rai from IS.
Islamic State begins releasing kidnapped workers: Syrian Observatory. IS agrees to free abducted Syrian cement workers: monitor.
Syria civil war: Only remaining doctor in besieged town of Zabadani is murdered by sniper.
U.S., Russia said to team up to draft new Syria constitution.
Mosul siege stalled as Iraqi army once again flees when bullets fly, say sources.
Iraq: Falluja residents trapped by IS 'starving'.
Kerry visits Iraq, showing support for embattled PM. Kerry backs Iraqi leader, no planned increase in US troops.
Kerry tells Iran to join efforts for peace in Yemen and Syria.
Saudi Arabia and Egypt announce Red Sea bridge. King Salman announces Saudi-Egypt bridge in rare Cairo visit.
US says it is not responsible for civilian deaths in Yemen.
Lebanese expats fearful as Gulf expels dozens accused of Hezbollah links.
ASIA
US defense chief lays out new military aid to Philippines.
Pakistan, India peace talks 'suspended'.
Vietnam demands China remove $1 billion oil rig amid sovereignty row. China rebuffs Vietnam criticism of oil rig move.
U.S. inspector general paints grim picture of Afghanistan reconstruction.
New Myanmar government begins releasing political prisoners.
India in talks to buy U.S. Predator drones, has eye on China, Pakistan.
Thirteen North Koreans defect from overseas restaurant.
Al Qaeda-linked group claims Bangladesh killing: SITE.
AFRICA
Calls for Congo vote in 2016 sow seeds of violence: minister.
Nigerian troops foil Boko Haram suicide attack in northeast.
Nigerian military says 800 Boko Haram fighters have surrendered.
France rules out Libya air strikes, says could help secure new govt.
ANC rebellion gains momentum, raising odds of Zuma's ouster.
Amnesty International demands Chad release activists ahead of polls.
Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh seeks fourth term.
South African government to appeal Bashir ruling at highest court.
Zuma's son says he'll quit Gupta mining firm in South Africa.
No more 'free' Saudi money for Egypt: Saudi businessman familiar with matter.
Italy recalls Egyptian ambassador in escalating row over student's murder.
EUROPE
Arrests provide new links between Paris, Brussels attacks. Paris attacks suspect Abrini arrested: Belgian media. Suspected terror accomplice known as 'Man in the Hat' reportedly among several arrested.
Skirmishes continue in Nagorno-Karabakh despite cease-fire.
Moldova concerned with worsening situation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Iceland parliament rejects motion of no confidence in government.
Serbia accuses Croatia of obstructing its EU membership talks.
Skirmishes continue in Nagorno-Karabakh despite cease-fire.
More migrants shipped back to Turkey under EU pact. Migrant crisis: Deportations resume from Greece to Turkey.
Russian lawmaker accuses West of political and economic siege of Russia.
UK leader Cameron under fire over link to offshore accounts. David Cameron accused of 'completely undermining' Tory claims to be tough on tax dodgers.
Europe's banks under scrutiny as regulators look into Panama Papers.
Catholic Church: Pope Francis urges greater family understanding.
AMERICAS
Rousseff urges Olympic truce ahead of impeachment vote. 39 percent of Brazil's PMDB deputies say Rousseff will not be impeached: poll.
Colombia's FARC rebels reject setting disarmament date.
Race for run-off spot heats up ahead of Peru election.
US election: Tensions escalate between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders.
US Senator wants billions in emergency aid for Mideast.
FBI debates sharing iPhone hacking details with Apple.
Venezuelan leader threatens to cut opposition legislature's term.
Panama Papers: Argentina President Macri to go before judge.
Fidel Castro makes rare public appearance at Havana educational center.
2 men dead in apparent murder-suicide at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
US strikes al Qaeda’s ‘Khorasan Group’ in Syria.
Isis: New terrorist group Jahba East Africa pledges allegiance to 'Islamic State' in Somalia.
Number of 'Islamic State' fighters has doubled in Libya, according to US general. ISIS manpower in Libya doubled over 1 year, top US commander says.
ISIS taps tech for Web radio.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US keeps Apple encryption battle alive in drug case.
Tighter global nuclear security rules to take effect in May.
Wall Street gains driven by surge in oil prices.
Uber pays $10m in driver vetting row.
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