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• Iraq insurgents seize oilfields, hit air base as U.S. advisers arrive
• West renews Russia sanctions threat as Ukraine ceasefire crumbles
• At least 21 killed in rush-hour blast in Nigerian capital
• Egypt defends itself at U.N. amid outcry over jailing of journalists
• Russia says next Iran atom talks to be marathon, slams U.N. experts
• U.N. Security Council blacklists Boko Haram leader, splinter group
• Uruguay defends Suarez as FIFA scrambles
• Ukrainian man in 2012 flight scream gets probation
• World Cup: 7 teams vying for 3 spots in 2nd round
• Ecuador coach declines to blame referee for ouster
• Club teammates Messi, Neymar top World Cup scorers
• France clinches top spot in Group E; Ecuador out
• Super Rugby playoff race heats up after June tests
• For US fans stuck at work, a streaming milestone
• Thursday's qualifying permutations at World Cup
• Honduras coach quits after World Cup elimination
• FIFA: Ghana requests World Cup prize money early
• Venezuela ruling party suspends leader for echoing criticism: media
• 'We will score' vs Algeria, vows Russia captain
• Shaqiri's hat trick puts Swiss into 2nd round
• Belgium's Kompany injures groin again
• Luiz Gustavo in charge of the hard work for Brazil
• With new grip on oil fields, Iraq Kurds unveil plan to ramp up exports
• 'Fastest Nun in the West' on path for sainthood
• Libyan human rights activist shot dead in Benghazi
• US now wrestling with intelligence gaps in Iraq
• NY attorney general sues Barclays, alleges deceit
• Spying drop-off in Iraq preceded fresh insurgency
• 5 things at Wimbledon: Nadal's rematch with Rosol
• Puerto Rico moves to let utilities rework debt
• Korea boss not relying on divine help
• U.S. says has fresh Russia sanctions 'ready to go'
• BRAZIL BEAT: World Cup over for 4 cities
• Argentine shot in Brazil bar fight during World Cup
• Kerry issues warning after Syria bombs Iraq
• Cavendish skipping British championships

Iraq insurgents seize oilfields, hit air base as U.S. advisers arrive Posted: 25 Jun 2014 03:19 PM PDT By 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 By 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 By 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 By 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 By 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 By 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Human 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 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 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 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 U.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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