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Iraq insurgents seize oilfields, hit air base as U.S. advisers arrive

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:19 PM PDT

Shi'ite volunteers, who have joined the Iraqi army to fight ISIL, take part in a military-style training in BasraBy Raheem Salman BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Militants attacked one of Iraq's largest air bases and seized control of several small oilfields on Wednesday as U.S. special forces troops and intelligence analysts arrived to help Iraqi security forces counter a mounting Sunni insurgency. Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, who is fighting for his job and is under international pressure to create a more inclusive government, said he supported starting the process of forming a new cabinet within a week. He also dismissed the call of mainly Sunni political and religious figures, some with links to armed groups fighting Maliki, for a "national salvation government" that would choose figures to lead the country and, in effect, bypass the election held nearly three months ago. In northern Iraq, the Sunni militants extended a two-week advance that has been led by the hardline Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) but also includes an amalgam of other Sunni groups angered by Maliki's rule.


West renews Russia sanctions threat as Ukraine ceasefire crumbles

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:10 PM PDT

A pro-Russian separatist guards a road checkpoint outside the town of Lysychansk in LuhanskBy Adrian Croft and Aleksandar Vasovic BRUSSELS/SLAVIANSK Ukraine (Reuters) - Western powers warned Russia on Wednesday that they could impose new sanctions if Moscow did not do more to defuse the conflict in eastern Ukraine, where a ceasefire between Russian-speaking rebels and government forces appeared to be crumbling. The upper house of Russia's parliament fulfilled a request by President Vladimir Putin to rescind the right to invade Ukraine in defense of its Russian speakers that it had granted him in March.


At least 21 killed in rush-hour blast in Nigerian capital

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 12:54 PM PDT

Policemen walk towards burnt vehicles at the scene of a blast at a business district in AbujaBy Camillus Eboh ABUJA (Reuters) - At least 21 people were killed when a suspected bomb tore through a crowded shopping district in the Nigerian capital Abuja during rush hour on Wednesday, police said, adding to the toll of thousands killed in attacks this year. The suspected bomb would be Abuja's third in three months and comes as the Nigerian government and military face rising public anger over their inability to protect citizens from daily gun and bomb attacks across Africa's most populous country. Another suspect was killed by soldiers as he tried to escape on a motorcycle, the spokesman for Nigeria's National Information Centre said.


Egypt defends itself at U.N. amid outcry over jailing of journalists

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 02:41 PM PDT

Al Jazeera journalists Baher Mohamed, Peter Greste and Mohammed Fahmy stand behind bars at a court in CairoBy Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Egypt defended its judicial system at the United Nations on Wednesday amid a global outcry over the jailing of al Jazeera journalists, telling diplomats and reporters that it respects the role of the media and does not consider journalism a crime. Diplomats from more than 17 countries, including eight members of the U.N. Security Council, attended the meeting organized by the U.N. Correspondents Association to show solidarity with the three imprisoned Al Jazeera journalists.


Russia says next Iran atom talks to be marathon, slams U.N. experts

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:05 PM PDT

Russia's United Nations Ambassador Vitaly Churkin speaks during a news conference marking the start of his month-long term as president of the U.N. Security Council at the U.N. headquarters in New YorkBy Louis Charbonneau UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Russia's U.N. envoy on Wednesday said the next round of talks between Iran and six world powers will be a two-week marathon session, while warning a panel of U.N. sanctions experts not to sabotage the final phase of the delicate negotiations. Russian Ambassador Vitaly Churkin told the Security Council that the negotiations are scheduled to run from July 2 to July 15 in Vienna. The long period set aside for the negotiations between Iran and the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China and Germany may be an indication both of how difficult it will be to overcome the differences between Tehran and the six - and the parties' determination to get a deal. The stakes are high in the talks resuming on July 2, as the powers seek a negotiated solution to a more-than-decade-long standoff with Iran that has raised fears of a new Middle East war and a regional nuclear arms race.


U.N. Security Council blacklists Boko Haram leader, splinter group

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:28 PM PDT

People carry a banner with an image of Boko Haram leader?Abubakar?Shekau?as they protest for the release of the abducted secondary school girls in the remote village of Chibok, along a road in LagosBy Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The United Nations Security Council sanctioned the leader of Nigeria's Boko Haram and a splinter group on Wednesday, the first individual and entity to be designated by the world body since the Islamist militant group was blacklisted, diplomats said. Leader Abubakar Shekau and Boko Haram faction Ansaru will be banned from international travel and their assets frozen under the U.N. al Qaeda sanctions list. Last month, the Security Council al Qaeda sanctions committee blacklisted Boko Haram at the request of Nigeria, following global outrage when the group kidnapped more than 250 girls from a school in remote northeastern Nigeria on April 14.


Uruguay defends Suarez as FIFA scrambles

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 05:14 PM PDT

Uruguay's Luis Suarez uses his cell phone at a hotel in Natal, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. Suarez bit Italian player Giorgio Chiellini during Uruguay's game with Italy on Tuesday, which could lead to Suarez being kicked out of the World Cup. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As the world was judging Uruguay's Luis Suarez for biting a player in the World Cup, his teammates, coaches and fans in his soccer-crazy country defended the star, blaming the foreign media, his Italian opponents and uneven treatment.


Ukrainian man in 2012 flight scream gets probation

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 05:04 PM PDT

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A judge has ordered a Ukrainian man to serve two years' probation for screaming aboard a flight from Boston to Salt Lake City that a wing had caught fire.

World Cup: 7 teams vying for 3 spots in 2nd round

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:59 PM PDT

Argentina's Lionel Messi, right, kicks a ball during a training session at the Beira-Rio Stadium in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Argentina plays in group F of the 2014 soccer World Cup. (AP Photo/Victor R. Caivano)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — It's the last day of the group stage at the World Cup, and seven teams are still vying for the last three spots in the Round of 16.


Ecuador coach declines to blame referee for ouster

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:52 PM PDT

Ecuador's Osvaldo Minda, right, is attended by France's Bacary Sagna during the group E World Cup soccer match between Ecuador and France at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Francois Xavier Marit, pool)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Ecuador coach Reinaldo Rueda calls the red card given to midfielder Antonio Valencia "quite unfortunate," but he declined to criticize Ivory Coast referee Noumandiez Doue for Ecuador's ouster from the World Cup after a 0-0 draw Wednesday against France.


Club teammates Messi, Neymar top World Cup scorers

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:52 PM PDT

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, is carried by his teammates Argentina's Angel di Maria (7) and Marcos Rojo (16) after scoring his side's first goal during the group F World Cup soccer match against Nigeria at the Estadio Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The race for the World Cup golden boot turned into a Barcelona battle Wednesday as Lionel Messi scored twice to lead Argentina to an entertaining 3-2 win over Nigeria and match Neymar's tournament-leading four goals in three games for Brazil.


France clinches top spot in Group E; Ecuador out

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:50 PM PDT

France's Bacary Sagna clears the ball ahead of Ecuador's Alex Ibarra during the group E World Cup soccer match between Ecuador and France at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — France's much-vaunted attack missed a series of chances as it drew 0-0 with 10-man Ecuador to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup on Wednesday, while the South Americans bowed out of the tournament.


Super Rugby playoff race heats up after June tests

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:50 PM PDT

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The race for playoffs places in Super Rugby enters the final stretch on Friday with success likely to go to teams that recover from the June test-series layoff.

For US fans stuck at work, a streaming milestone

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:48 PM PDT

United States players congregate on the pitch during a training session in Recife, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. The U.S. will play Germany in group G of the 2014 soccer World Cup on June 26. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The first two U.S. games at this World Cup kicked off at favorable times for watching on television back home.


Thursday's qualifying permutations at World Cup

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:46 PM PDT

United States' Kyle Beckerman, center, jogs with teammates during a training session in Recife, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. The United States will play Germany in group G of the 2014 soccer World Cup on June 26. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Seven teams are chasing three places in the knockout stage of the World Cup on Thursday. Here are the basic permutations:


Honduras coach quits after World Cup elimination

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:34 PM PDT

Honduras' head coach Luis Suarez instructs his players from the sideline during the group E World Cup soccer match between Honduras and Switzerland at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — Honduras lost all three of its matches at the World Cup, and then lost its coach.


FIFA: Ghana requests World Cup prize money early

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:28 PM PDT

Ghana's Michael Essien, Kevin Prince Boateng and Andre Ayew, from left to centre, challenge for the ball during a training session in Brasilia, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. Ghana will play Portugal in group G of the 2014 soccer World Cup on June 26. (AP Photo/Paulo Duarte)BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Ghana's cash-strapped football association has asked for an advance on the $8 million prize money it is guaranteed from the World Cup to pay outstanding debts to players.


Venezuela ruling party suspends leader for echoing criticism: media

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:24 PM PDT

By Brian Ellsworth CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela's ruling Socialist Party has suspended one of its directors for echoing a former official's recent criticizm over corruption, local media reported on Wednesday, a sign President Nicolas Maduro is facing growing dissent from his own ranks. Hector Navarro said he was disciplined for backing statements by former Planning Minister Jorge Giordani that accused Maduro of failing to stem multibillion-dollar fraud via currency controls, according to media reports. The string of critiques marks a sharp divergence from the 14-year rule of late socialist leader Hugo Chavez, whose insistence on military-style obedience helped maintain discipline within an often unruly coalition. "I've been officially informed that the National Board (which has not met for a month) has decided to send me to the party's Disciplinary Tribunal," Navarro wrote in a message to university activists that was cited by local media.

'We will score' vs Algeria, vows Russia captain

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 05:19 PM PDT

Russia's Denis Glushakov, left, and Russia's Alan Dzagoev react after the group H World Cup soccer match between Belgium and Russia at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Sunday, June 22, 2014. Belgium won the match 1-0. (AP Photo/Ivan Sekretarev)CURITIBA, Russia (AP) — Russia captain Vasily Berezutskiy says there's no doubt — his team will score on Thursday in its must-win match against Algeria at the World Cup.


Shaqiri's hat trick puts Swiss into 2nd round

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:21 PM PDT

Switzerland's Xherdan Shaqiri, center, celebrates with teammate Goekhan Inler, left, and Stephan Lichtsteiner (2) after scoring during the group E World Cup soccer match between Honduras and Switzerland at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — Xherdan Shaqiri's hat trick put Switzerland into the second round of the World Cup, and kept coach Ottmar Hitzfeld gainfully employed for at least a few more days.


Belgium's Kompany injures groin again

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:18 PM PDT

Belgium national soccer team player Vincent Kompany slips during an official training session the day before the group H World Cup soccer match between South Korea and Belgium at the Itaquerao Stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)SAO PAULO (AP) — Belgium coach Marc Wilmots says that team captain Vincent Kompany has injured his groin again during training and will miss Thursday's match against South Korea at the World Cup.


Luiz Gustavo in charge of the hard work for Brazil

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:18 PM PDT

Brazil's Neymar celebrates with Brazil's Luiz Gustavo, right, after scoring his side's first goal during the group A World Cup soccer match between Cameroon and Brazil at the Estadio Nacional in Brasilia, Brazil, Monday, June 23, 2014. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)TERESOPOLIS, Brazil (AP) — Luiz Gustavo has the tough job for Brazil at the World Cup.


With new grip on oil fields, Iraq Kurds unveil plan to ramp up exports

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:17 PM PDT

By David Sheppard ARBIL Iraq (Reuters) - Iraq's self-ruling Kurds outlined plans on Wednesday to swiftly ramp up oil exports now that their forces have taken control of Iraq's main northern oilfields, a move that could tear up the settlement holding Iraq together since the fall of Saddam Hussein. Kurdish Natural Resources Minister Ashti Hawrami told Reuters the Kurds had plans to increase their exports eightfold by the end of 2015, including by pumping oil from the fields taken by Kurdish fighters two weeks ago. "We expect to be able to export 1 million bpd by the end of next year, including crude from Kirkuk," he said, although he insisted the Kurds would share the proceeds with Baghdad. "We want to work with Baghdad under the constitution, and they will get their share of the oil they export from Kirkuk." The central government in Iraq firmly opposes Kurdish oil sales, saying they violate the constitution.

'Fastest Nun in the West' on path for sainthood

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:10 PM PDT

This undated photo provided by the Palace of the Governors shows Sister Blandina Segale, who co-founded the first hospitals and schools in New Mexico and reportedly challenged Billy the Kid. The Archdiocese of Santa Fe is exploring sainthood for the Italian-born nun for her work with the poor, immigrants and Hispanics and Native Americans during the frontier days. (AP Photo/Palace of the Governors)ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Archdiocese of Santa Fe announced Wednesday it is exploring sainthood for an Italian-born nun who challenged Billy the Kid, calmed angry mobs and helped open New Mexico territory hospitals and schools.


Libyan human rights activist shot dead in Benghazi

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:09 PM PDT

Security forces patrol a street in the city of Benghazi on June 25, 2014Human rights activist Salwa Bouguiguis was shot dead by unknown assailants at her home in the restive east Libyan city of Benghazi late Wednesday, hospital and security sources said. "Unknown hooded men wearing military uniforms attacked Mrs Bouguiguis in her home and opened fire on her," said a security official, who did not wish to be named. The victim was taken to hospital in critical condition but died shortly afterwards, a spokesman for the Benghazi medical centre said. Bouguiguis, a lawyer, played an active part in Libya's 2011 revolution which overthrew the regime of Moamer Kadhafi.


US now wrestling with intelligence gaps in Iraq

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:07 PM PDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — CIA officers in Iraq have largely stayed in their heavily fortified Baghdad compound since U.S. troops left the country in 2011, current and former officials say, allowing a once-rich network of intelligence sources to wither.

NY attorney general sues Barclays, alleges deceit

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:06 PM PDT

NEW YORK (AP) — British banking and financial services firm Barclays PLC misled large institutional investors and other clients by falsely telling them it was taking measures to protect them from predatory high-frequency traders, New York's attorney general said Wednesday.

Spying drop-off in Iraq preceded fresh insurgency

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:06 PM PDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — CIA officers in Iraq have been largely hunkered down in their heavily fortified Baghdad compound since U.S. troops left the country in 2011, current and former officials say, allowing a once-rich network of intelligence sources to wither.

5 things at Wimbledon: Nadal's rematch with Rosol

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:06 PM PDT

Rafael Nadal of Spain plays a return to Martin Klizan of Slovakia during their match at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, London, Tuesday, June 24, 2014. (AP Photo/Sang Tan)LONDON (AP) — A lot about Rafael Nadal's match Thursday will be similar to the last time he played in the second round at Wimbledon, back in 2012.


Puerto Rico moves to let utilities rework debt

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 04:00 PM PDT

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico's governor submitted a last-minute bill Wednesday that would let utilities and other public corporations restructure their debt, hoping to prevent a collapse of services as the U.S. territory struggles to emerge from a nearly eight-year recession and to appease bondholders.

Korea boss not relying on divine help

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:57 PM PDT

South Korea's coach Hong Myung-Bo speaks during a press conference at Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo on June 25, 2014 on the eve of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Group H football match between South Korea and BelgiumSouth Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo Wednesday said he would not be praying for divine help against Belgium but he still harbours hopes of a miraculous World Cup escape. Hong, who was captain in 2002, insisted Thursday's result was not a foregone conclusion despite South Korea's winless campaign so far and Belgium's star-studded line-up. A goalkeeping howler helped South Korea draw their game with Russia and they were then thrashed 4-2 by Algeria to lie bottom. Belgium are qualified with maximum points.


U.S. says has fresh Russia sanctions 'ready to go'

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:55 PM PDT

The United States said on Wednesday it has fresh sanctions ready to impose on Russia if Moscow does not take steps to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine, including halting the flow of fighters and arms to Ukrainian separatists. A senior U.S. official said on Friday Washington and the European Union had intensified talks about "scalpel" sanctions on Russia's financial, defense and high-tech industries as more Russian military material has flowed into Ukraine. The U.S. State Department declined to provide details on what kinds of sanctions might be imposed.

BRAZIL BEAT: World Cup over for 4 cities

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:51 PM PDT

A night aerial view of the illuminated Arena Pantanal where Japan and Colombia met up for their group C World Cup soccer match, in Cuiaba, Brazil, Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Colombia defeated Japan 4-1, securing a top spot in Group C and eliminating the Asian champions. It was Colombia's third straight win and set up a second-round match against Uruguay. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — The Brazil World Cup has 12 host cities, but four will be done by Thursday afternoon.


Argentine shot in Brazil bar fight during World Cup

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:51 PM PDT

By Angus MacSwan PORTO ALEGRE Brazil (Reuters) - An Argentine fan in Brazil for the World Cup soccer tournament was shot in the leg during a bar fight, security officials said on Wednesday, stoking concerns about possible violence if Argentina meets Brazil in the championship match. Six other Argentine fans were arrested for trying to steal tickets to their national team's match against Nigeria on Wednesday in Porto Alegre, the southernmost World Cup host city. Tens of thousands of Argentines have flooded across Brazil's southern border this month, prompting increased security measures focused on Argentina's notorious hooligans. Brazil has already stopped more than 30 Argentines from entering the country due to their involvement with the violent "barras bravas" fan clubs in their national league.

Kerry issues warning after Syria bombs Iraq

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:51 PM PDT

US Secretary of State John Kerry boards a cargo plane at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, on June 24, 2014U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warned Mideast nations on Wednesday against taking new military action in Iraq that might heighten sectarian divisions, as reports surfaced that Syria launched airstrikes across the border and Iran flew surveillance drones over the neighboring country.


Cavendish skipping British championships

Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:36 PM PDT

LONDON (AP) — Sprint star Mark Cavendish is skipping this weekend's British national championships so that he can clear up a bout of bronchitis before the start of the Tour de France.

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