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US tests IS rocket for mustard gas after attack
The IS has fired a small rocket at a military base that hosts hundreds of US troops near Mosul, with the shell testing positive “for a mustard agent.” None of the soldiers showed symptoms of poisoning.
Foreign Affairs Ministry demands freedom for Egyptian prisoners in US in response to request to release NGO founder
Aya Hegazy didn’t bring her US citizenship into play and her prolonged detention is illegal, says defence lawyer
US-Russian truce in Syria may be extended as clashes continue, civilians wait for aid
The US-Russia brokered ceasefire could be extended for a further 72 hours, but Moscow has warned the US to press rebels to end ceasefire violations. Humanitarian aid for the city of Aleppo has still not been delivered.
Quality of Egyptian agricultural products criticised in Russia, US
Egyptian strawberries are source of hepatitis in US, Russia imposes restrictions over plant imports
Brazil ratifies Paris climate deal, joining US, China
Brazil has followed the US and China as the third-largest country for emissions to ratify the Paris Agreement on climate change. Major emitters Russia, India, Japan and Germany have still to sign up to the accord.
Opinion: September 11 was a historic turning point
The September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon using hijacked passenger planes were unprecedented. The effects of these events can be felt even today, writes DW’s Miodrag Soric
Egypt welcomes US-Russia deal on nationwide truce in Syria
Deal will help access of humanitarian aid to afflicted areas in Syria, such as Aleppo
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Syria talks falter as US, Russia meet at G-20
Top diplomats from Russia and the US have failed to reach a deal to curb fighting in Syria following talks on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in China. The Ukraine conflict has also surfaced in discussions at the forum.
Opinion: US-China move a good sign for the climate
The US and China will ratify the Paris Agreement. That’s good for climate protection, DW’s Sonya Diehn writes, but it’s just one step in a process that will need to move forward quickly in order to make a difference.
G20 leaders meet in China to tackle economy, environment
The leaders of the world’s most important nations are in China this weekend for the annual G20 meeting. Among the hopes for this year’s summit: New China-US joint commitments to fight climate change could be on the menu.
Ireland to appeal Apple tax bill
Ireland will fight an EU ruling that Apple must pay up to 13 billion euros in back taxes. At stake: A decades-old Irish low-tax policy that has attracted multinationals’ head offices at the expense of other EU countries.
US car market boom faltering
The US automobile sector is struggling to maintain sales momentum, with most major car manufacturers reporting that they sold fewer vehicles in August, as reduced discounting kept customers from showrooms.
Why US-China rivalry is unsettling South Asia
The US and India have agreed to bolster defense and trade ties with an aim to minimize China’s influence in South Asia. Beijing and Islamabad are forging their own alliance, which could increase tension in the region.
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US, Cuba to launch regular commercial flights
After a gap of over 50 years, regular air services between the US and Cuba are resuming, underscoring the mending of ties between the two erstwhile Cold War foes. There are many unresolved issues, though.
Apple, Ireland and US slam record EU anti-trust ruling
Apple will fight an EU demand for 13 billion euros in back taxes in Ireland. The United States has warned that the EU’s order could damage trans-Atlantic economic ties.
France to call for an end to EU-US free trade talks
Talks over the hugely controversial Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) between the EU and the US are about to fail as France pushes for an end to the negotiations and Germany said they had failed.
Turkey rolls on with Syria operation as US confirms retreat of Syrian Kurds
At least 10 more Turkish tanks have crossed into Syria, a day after pro-Ankara Syrian opposition fighters ousted jihadis from Jarablus.
Shoukry receives Business Executives for National Security delegation
“Delegation asserted desires to boost US private sector investment in Egypt,” says Foreign Minister
US backs IMF loan to Egypt: Egypt’s Foreign Ministry
Shoukry also met with his Argentinean counterpart, seeking mutual support for the countries’ nominees for UN posts
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US and Turkey to navigate differences in Ankara
Turkey and the United States have a history of overcoming differences.
Top US defence official concludes visit in Cairo
Head of US central command praised the Egyptian Armed Forces’ efforts in countering terrorism in Sinai
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US Army Central official discusses bilateral cooperation with Egypt
Garrett’s second visit to Egypt highlights bilateral cooperation and counter-terrorism measures
IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Egypt on a Three-Year US$12 Billion Extended Fund Facility
End-of-Mission press releases include statements of IMF staff teams that convey preliminary findings after a visit to a country. The views expressed in this statement are those of the IMF staff and do not necessarily represent the views of the IMF’s Executive Board. Based on the preliminary findings of this mission, staff will prepare …
The shaky foundations of Trump’s economic policy
Donald Trump’s economic policy has often been vague or vacillating, causing deep frowns among economists across the political spectrum. But will he change course as he positions himself for the presidential election?
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Republican platform aims to dismantle US environment and climate laws
The final Republican platform, released Monday, would pull the United States out of the international climate accord, open national forests for logging and declare coal a “clean energy resource.”
US navy commander in Egypt to meet senior officials
The head of the US Naval Forces Central Command is set to discuss American-Egyptian collaboration
Erdogan purges army and judiciary after failed coup
The Turkish government has arrested thousands of soldiers and fired thousands of judges after the failed coup
US adds pressure on Qatar to move on labour reform
A recently published United States (US) State Department report on human trafficking provides Qatar with yet another roadmap to counter World Cup-related international criticism of its labour regime. The State Department’s annual review serves as a warning to Qatar, as the clock ticks on an ultimatum by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The ILO last May said that it …
US releases secret chapter of report on 9/11 terror attacks in 2001
The US Congress has published long-classified documents on alleged ties between Saudi Arabia and 9/11 hijackers. While the inquiry found no solid evidence of links, officials noted their suspicions of Saudi support.