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EXPLAINER: Why Istanbul blast has political implications

EXPLAINER: Why Istanbul blast has political implications

ISTANBUL (AP) — The attack on a central avenue in Istanbul is a stark reminder of the bombings in Turkish cities between 2015 and 2017 that crushed the public’s sense of security and heralded a new phase in Turkey’s decades-long fight against outlawe
US says Iran threats to ex-officials Pompeo, Hook persist

US says Iran threats to ex-officials Pompeo, Hook persist

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has determined that Iranian threats against former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and one of his former top aides remain credible and persist nearly two years after they left office.
France and UK sign agreement to curb Channel crossings

France and UK sign agreement to curb Channel crossings

PARIS (AP) — The U.K.
Italy, France call for 'full cooperation' after migrant spat

Italy, France call for 'full cooperation' after migrant spat

ROME (AP) — The presidents of Italy and France sought to tamp down tensions over migration Monday by asserting the need for “full cooperation” on a host of issues and the importance of strong bilateral relations after days of diplomatic barbs over th
Surrey council considers report that could end transition to municipal police service

Surrey council considers report that could end transition to municipal police service

SURREY, B.C. — Councillors in Surrey are set to consider a staff report that contains an option to halt all spending and hiring for that city's fledgling Surrey Police Service.
CIA director warns Russian spy chief against deploying nukes

CIA director warns Russian spy chief against deploying nukes

WASHINGTON (AP) — CIA Director Bill Burns met on Monday with his Russian intelligence counterpart to warn of consequences if Russia were to deploy a nuclear weapon in Ukraine , according to a White House National Security Council official.
Germany, Poland take over natural gas firms tied to Russia

Germany, Poland take over natural gas firms tied to Russia

BERLIN (AP) — Germany and Poland announced separate takeovers of natural gas companies linked to Russian energy giant Gazprom on Monday, saying the moves were aimed at securing supply as Europe struggles with an energy crisis tied to the war in Ukrai
GOP Sen. John Kennedy considers bid for Louisiana governor

GOP Sen. John Kennedy considers bid for Louisiana governor

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A week after securing his reelection to the U.S. Senate , Republican Sen. John Kennedy said Monday that he is “giving serious consideration” to entering the 2023 Louisiana governor's race.
China, US to resume climate talks halted after Pelosi trip

China, US to resume climate talks halted after Pelosi trip

NUSA DUA, Indonesia (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping has agreed to resume climate change talks with the United States, President Joe Biden said Monday, three months after Xi suspended those contacts in anger over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip
Liberals mum on chance of meeting China's Xi at G20, push to further isolate Russia

Liberals mum on chance of meeting China's Xi at G20, push to further isolate Russia

BALI, INDONESIA — The federal government won't say whether it asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is pressuring G20 leaders to further isolate Russia.
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