Reuters: North Korea launches more missiles; U.S. seizes coal ship as tensions mount
SEOUL/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - North Korea fired what appeared to be two short-range missiles on Thursday in its second such test in less than a week, and the United States announced it had seized a North Korean cargo ship as tensions again mounted between the two countries.
U.S. President Donald Trump said “nobody is happy” at the missile launches, which South Korea said were likely a protest by Pyongyang against Trump refusing to ease economic sanctions on the North.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syrian troops capture strategic town from rebels: Residents.
Civilians pay the price as Syrian-Russian forces pound Idlib.
Civilians fear 'mass extermination' as bloody assault on Idlib intensifies .
Trump extends sanctions against Syria for another year.
EU, 3 nations reject Iran demands over nuclear deal, U.S. sanctions.
US official urges GCC unity to combat 'threat posed by Iran'.
World watches warily as Iran scales back nuclear deal.
US aircraft carrier passes Suez Canal on Iran deployment.
Jordan approves third cabinet reshuffle in less than a year.
ASIA
North Korea fires short-range missiles as US envoy visits the South.
Pro-North Korea newspaper warns of 'nuclear confrontation' if negotiations fail.
'Won't capitulate': China warns as Trump threatens new tariffs.
US-Taliban talks wrap up in Doha with 'some progress': Taliban.
Sri Lankan Muslims fear for safety after Easter Sunday attacks.
Pro-military government likely in Thailand despite democratic front's election dominance.
Singapore passes controversial anti-fake news law.
Australia's A$50 note misspells responsibility.
AFRICA
United Nations says 443 died in Libya since offensive began against Tripoli in last month.
Refugees suffer as Libya's civil war rages on.
South Sudan president: Delay unity government formation by a year.
US wants to see movement towards unity government in South Sudan.
German parliament extends army's Africa missions.
'Don't challenge us to a duel' Nigerian police advise public.
Togo changes law to let president stand for two more terms.
EUROPE
Russia marks Victory Day with military parade in Moscow.
Putin promises to uphold Russia's defense at Victory Day parade.
Putin takes part in Immortal Regiment march in Moscow.
Europe rejects Iran 'ultimatums' on nuclear deal.
Montenegro jails 'Russian coup plot' leaders.
EU leaders discuss future of Europe at Romania summit.
Northern Ireland police arrest 4 for death of reporter Lyra McKee.
Pope Francis orders bishops to report sex abuse, allows direct complaints to Vatican.
AMERICAS
Key GOP senator says Intel subpoena to Trump Jr. 'smacks of politics'.
Dem spending bill would block funds to support nuclear sales to Saudis.
Supporters of Maduro and Guaido clash at Venezuelan embassy in US.
Venezuela's opposition vow to defy Maduro after key figure detained.
Brazil court orders ex-president Temer back to jail in corruption probe.
Emergency in Paraguay after flooding from torrential rains.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Islamic State claims attack on DR Congo military base near Kamango.
2 civilians dead in Libya attack claimed by IS.
Damascus takes key town from jihadists: monitor.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Trade war: Trump says China 'broke the deal' in trade talks.
Trade war: China-US talks to resume amid threat of new tariffs.
'Zuckerberg's power is unprecedented and un-American': Facebook CO-FOUNDER says the social network's boss is too powerful and the government should break up 'dangerous' tech giant.
In Wall Street debut, Uber set to turn a corner.
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