U S Works to Avert Civil War in South Sudan
As South Sudan nears its third year of independence the United States races to prevent a civil war. Obama administration and Congress debate options amid brutal violence that has killed over a thousand and displaced about 180000, with tribal tensions spreading across borders.
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Opposition group on brink of collapse ahead of Syria talks
Two weeks before Geneva peace talks on Syria the Western backed opposition coalition buckles under outside pressure infighting and basic disputes over dialogue with President Bashar Assad. With Geneva set for Jan 22 in Montreux the Coalition faces a bleak path as Assad refuses to cede power and factions argue over attendance while US and Russia push for negotiations amid a deadly stalemate.
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Forced abortions highlight abuse cases in China policy
Gong Qifeng recalls being restrained on a hospital bed and given labor inducing drugs after officials in Hunan forced a late-term abortion. The 25 year old, now with schizophrenia, seeks support as authorities largely avoid accountability. Observers note late-term forced abortions may be declining amid policy reforms, yet cases persist under quotas.
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Zhang Yimou Fined Over Three Child Violation in China
Famed director Zhang Yimou and wife Chen Ting face fines exceeding 1.2 million after investigators concluded they violated China’s family planning rules by having three children before marriage and without a birth permit. The case centers on the eastern city of Wuxi where officials released the online statement.
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Iraq halts major offensive to retake Fallujah Ramadi
Iraq delays a full assault on Fallujah and Ramadi due to fears of civilian casualties provoking Sunni anger and tribal support for al Qaida. Violence rises in Baghdad with a suicide bombing killing 21 at an army recruiting center as US boosts Iraqi forces with missiles and drones.
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