Regional leaders are due to hold a summit to discuss how to respond to the latest developments in Mali, where gunfire erupted Wednesday in the capital as junta soldiers searched for those responsible for a counter-coup earlier this week. Leaders from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) had scheduled the meeting Thursday in […]
Clinton Urges China to Protect Human Rights
Posted May 3rd, 2012 at 1:15 am (UTC-5)
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has urged China to protect human rights, at the start of annual talks in Beijing that have been overshadowed by the case of a dissident who is seeking U.S. protection. “As part of our dialogue, the United States raises the importance of human rights and fundamental freedoms. Because we […]
Clinton Urges China to Protect Human Rights
Posted May 3rd, 2012 at 12:05 am (UTC-5)
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urged China Thursday to protect human rights, at the start of annual talks in Beijing that have been overshadowed by the case of a dissident who is seeking U.S. protection. “As part of our dialogue, the United States raises the importance of human rights and fundamental freedoms. Because we […]
France’s Sarkozy, Hollande Clash Ahead of Sunday’s Runoff Election
Posted May 2nd, 2012 at 8:20 pm (UTC-5)
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. […]
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 […]
