Egyptian army kills 35 militants in North Sinai: sources
ISMAILIA, Egypt (Reuters) – Egypt’s military killed 35 Islamist militants in North Sinai on Thursday, security sources said, a day after the deadliest clashes in the region in years.
Malaysia tells U.N. Security Council of push for MH17 tribunal
UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – Malaysia told the United Nations Security Council on Thursday it plans to push for a U.N.-backed tribunal to prosecute those suspected of downing a passenger airliner last year in eastern Ukraine, though Russia described the …
No sweat? Colombia turns to lie detectors to tackle government graft
BOGOTA (Reuters) – Colombia’s government plans to carry out lie detector tests on senior civil servants who allocate contracts to private companies as it tries to clamp down on widespread corruption and embezzlement of public funds.
Philippine ferry sinks, killing at least 36, but most passengers survive
MANILA (Reuters) – A ferry carrying 189 passengers and crew capsized off the central Philippines in heavy waves on Thursday, killing at least 36 people but the majority of those on board were rescued, the coast guard and police said.
Kentucky soldier admits to taking bribes in Afghanistan
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Reuters) – A U.S. Army soldier stationed at Fort Campbell in Kentucky admitted in federal court on Thursday that he took $100,000 in cash bribes as well as jewelry from vendors seeking contracts while he was assigned to Bagram Airfield…
IMF warns of huge financial hole as Greek vote looms
ATHENS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The International Monetary Fund delivered a stark warning on Thursday of the huge financial hole facing Greece as angry and uncertain voters prepare for a referendum that could decide their country’s future in Europe.
Senior Islamic State leader killed in U.S.-led coalition strike
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. military said on Thursday a coalition airstrike in Syria killed a senior Islamic State leader who helped fundraise, secure arms and transport fighters for the militant group.
Vice President Biden, Abadi discuss fight against Islamic State
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Vice President Joe Biden spoke to Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi on Thursday about the fight against Islamic State militants, expressing support for Iraqi efforts to mobilize local tribal fighters, the White House said…
U.N. says Burundi election was not free, fair or credible
UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – Burundi’s parliamentary election was not free, fair, transparent or credible and violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms were committed, the United Nations said on Thursday.
No breakthrough at Iran nuclear talks, ministers push for deal soon
VIENNA (Reuters) – Tehran and world powers were still shy of a breakthrough at nuclear talks on Thursday as foreign ministers flew in to help push for a swift deal and resolve disputes over how sanctions could be lifted and how Iran’s compliance would …
