Tillerson reassures Xi on nonconfrontation during Beijing visit
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson used a 24 hour trip to Beijing to smooth a possible April meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. He warned on North Korea in Tokyo and Seoul but adopted a measured tone with Chinese officials and Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The visit aimed to press China to tighten North Korea reins while setting the stage for a Trump Xi summit at Mar a Lago.
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North Korea Says It Tested Rocket Engine
North Korea announced a rocket engine test of historic significance with Kim Jong Un presiding, calling Saturday the March 18 revolution as part of a leap forward in the rocket program. The report tied the event to Rex Tillerson’s visit to China, while U S diplomacy pressed Beijing to step up UN sanctions and curb North Korea’s nuclear ambitions.
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Comey to testify as House opens Russia election probes
FBI Director James Comey will testify before the House Intelligence Committee on Russia’s alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential race. The hearing also involves NSA Director Mike Rogers as lawmakers press for details on possible collusion and the wiretap controversy. The investigation centers on Russia’s meddling, the Trump campaign’s links, and the intelligence community’s January assessment.
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Republicans push changes to health care overhaul plan
House Republicans, led by Speaker Paul Ryan, discuss revisions to expand tax credits for older Americans and add a Medicaid work requirement. They plan a Thursday floor vote as divisions linger over Trump administration aims to repeal and replace Obamacare.
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Afghan soldier wounds 3 U S troops at Helmand base
Three U S troops were wounded when an Afghan special forces soldier opened fire at Camp Sharab air base in Helmand province. The attacker was shot dead after the incident, which occurred around 3 p m local time.
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