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World News Briefs -- February 11, 2015

Posted by News Collection about U.S.A on Wednesday 11 February 2015



Voice of America: Fighting Rages in E. Ukraine as Leaders Set to Meet in Minsk

Deadly fighting continued Wednesday in Ukraine, as the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, France and Germany prepared to hold a summit on the conflict that has killed more than 5,300 people since last April.

MIDDLE EAST

Syrian government troops advancing south of Damascus. Syrian army, Hezbollah advance in campaign against rebels in south: Damascus.

U.S.-led air strikes in Syria, Iraq hit Islamic State targets.

Fresh off victory over IS in Kobani, Kurds seek more success.

ISIS launches urgent blood donor appeal to treat wounded fighters after suffering heavy casualties in Coalition air strikes.

Iran's Rouhani says goal of nuclear negotiations is 'win-win' outcome.

US, France and UK close embassies in Yemen amid turmoil.

Thousands protest against Houthi rule in Yemen after embassies close.

ASIA

White House weighs adjusting Afghan exit plan to slow withdrawal of troops.

Afghanistan’s economy takes a major hit as investors cut and run and foreign funding dwindles.

North Korea tightens controls at China border in bid to curb information.

Chinese leader to make US state visit.

China's Xi says treasures friendship with Vietnam, despite dispute.

Myanmar president approves constitution referendum this year.

Two terror suspects charged after police swoop in Sydney.

AFRICA

Chad forces kill 13 Boko Haram militants in Nigeria fighting.

Boko Haram kidnaps hundreds, tells stories of Chibok girls.

Nigeria military promises neutrality after poll delay.

DR Congo conflict: UN pulls out of planned assault on FDLR.

Mali premier urges swift deal in Algiers peace talks.

Libyan factions start U.N.-backed peace talks.

WHO: Ebola deaths, infections on the rise.

300 migrants feared dead after boats sink in the Mediterranean Sea.

African children subject to 'alarming' levels of violence.

EUROPE

Fighting in Ukraine continues ahead of peace talks. East Ukraine in grip of heavy fighting as leaders prepare for Minsk talks.

Ukraine cease-fire talks continue with all sides face conflicting pressures.

Russian war planes stoke Western fears amid Ukraine crisis.

Greece heads for clash with creditors at emergency meeting. Greece to present bailout plans to EU finance ministers.

Amid noise over Greece, European economy quietly picking up.

Costa Concordia captain pleads for leniency as verdict nears.

Belgian court sentences leader in terror case.

AMERICAS

Kayla Jean Mueller among hostages sought in failed rescue, Obama says.

Obama seeks IS 'war powers' resolution.

Top GOP, House Dem back $1 billion in lethal aid to Ukraine.

Oil's slump a blow to Mexico amid touted energy reforms.

Argentina debates sweeping intelligence reform after prosecutor’s death.

Judge rules for NSA in warrantless search case.

U.S. gunman kills three Muslims near North Carolina university.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Foreign fighters still flowing to Syria, U.S. intelligence says.

Foreign militants a growing danger on home soil: U.S. envoy.

Al Qaeda supporters in Yemen pledge allegiance to Islamic State - group.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Survey shows American firms feel unwelcome, targeted in China.

IEA: US oil output 'party' to last to 2020.

Mark Zuckerberg says a real estate developer is trying to extort him.

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