French President Nicolas Sarkozy and Socialist rival Francois Hollande have clashed repeatedly in their only debate ahead of this Sunday’s runoff election, which Mr. Hollande is expected to win. During Wednesday’s televised debate, Mr. Sarkozy and Mr. Hollande accused each other of lying during exchanges on economic policies. In campaigning, Mr. Hollande has blamed Mr. […]
France’s Sarkozy, Hollande Clash Ahead of Sunday’s Runoff Election
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 8:20 pm (UTC-5)
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Report: Blind Activist Wants to Leave China
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 6:55 pm (UTC-5)
A blind Chinese activist who fled detention and spent almost a week sheltered in the U.S. embassy in Beijing says he wants to leave China because he fears for the safety of his family. Chen Guangchen told the Associated Press and CNN television that he left the embassy Wednesday after the United States secured China’s […]
Syria Accused of War Crimes, Rebels Kill 15 Troops
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 5:10 pm (UTC-5)
An international rights group has accused the Syrian government of committing war crimes, while activists said rebels killed 15 security force members as a U.N.-brokered cease-fire continues to unravel. U.S.-based Human Rights Watch said Syrian forces and pro-government militias killed at least 95 civilians and destroyed hundreds of houses between late March and early April […]
Gingrich Suspends US Presidential Campaign
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 4:50 pm (UTC-5)
Former U.S. House speaker Newt Gingrich has officially suspended his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, after winning just two state primaries and amassing more than $4.3 million in campaign debt. Gingrich made his announcement Wednesday outside Washington, telling supporters this has been “an amazing year” for him, his wife Callista and family. Gingrich also […]
UN Security Council Imposes Sanctions on North Korean Firms
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 4:10 pm (UTC-5)
The United Nations is penalizing three North Korean companies involved in the country’s missile and nuclear programs. The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Susan Rice, says the Security Council sanctions include freezing the assets of three North Korean entities. “These new sanctions include the designation of and the freezing of assets of three very […]
UN Security Council Imposes Sanctions on North Korean Firms
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 2:25 pm (UTC-5)
The United Nations is penalizing three North Korean companies involved in the country’s missile and nuclear programs. The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Susan Rice, says the Security Council sanctions include freezing the assets of the three “very significant” entities. She said the Security Council views the sanctions as “strong and credible.” North Korea […]
Germany Threatens to Block Ukraine-EU Deal Over Jailed Opposition Leader
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 2:15 pm (UTC-5)
Germany’s foreign minister is threatening to block a political and trade deal between Ukraine and the European Union if jailed opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko is not given adequate health care. Guido Westerwelle said on German television Wednesday that Germany cannot ratify an “association agreement” between the EU and Ukraine if Kiev does not abide by […]
Security Council Calls on Sudans to Stop Fighting
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 2:05 pm (UTC-5)
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution calling on Sudan and South Sudan to stop fighting and resolve their issues, or face possible sanctions. The 15-nation Council voted unanimously Wednesday in favor of the resolution, which demands both sides “immediately cease all hostilities” and reach an agreement on oil, border and citizenship issues. […]
Taliban Kills 7 in Kabul After Obama Visit
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 1:30 pm (UTC-5)
Insurgents killed at least seven people and wounded 17 others, mostly children, in Kabul Wednesday, just two hours after U.S. President Barack Obama left Afghanistan following a brief, unannounced visit. A suicide car bomber and militants disguised as women attacked a heavily secured compound housing hundreds of international workers on the eastern outskirts of the […]
Report: Blind Activist Wants to Leave China
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 1:15 pm (UTC-5)
A blind Chinese activist sheltered in the U.S. embassy for nearly a week has emerged, and U.S. officials said China has agreed to relocate him to a “safe” location. However, Chen Guangcheng told the Associated Press after departing the embassy he wants to leave China with his family because he fears for their lives. He […]
