Clashes subside in Syria between Turkish and Kurdish forces
Turkish military and Kurdish backed Syrian forces declared a cease fire after days of clashes over a northern Syria area. The United States urged de conflict to prevent further hostilities while guiding coordination channels. Casualties included Turkish soldiers wounded by a rocket attack west of Jarablus and a prior Turkish death and injuries in the weekend fighting. The Kurdish led Jarablus Military Council said it agreed to the cease fire after talks with the coalition.
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Pressure to condemn Syria over chemical weapons looms at UN
United Nations debate intensifies as inspectors accuse both Syria and Islamic State militants of chemical attacks in 2014 and 2015. The 95 page report cites chlorine use by the Syrian government and mustard gas by ISIS, with three cases clearly attributed and several disputed or inconclusive. Western officials urge the Security Council to impose sanctions and refer the case to the International Criminal Court.
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EU orders Apple to pay up to 14.5 billion in taxes
EU officials say Ireland granted lavish tax breaks to Apple, cutting its European effective tax rate to 0.005 percent in 2014. Vestager notes the ruling targets illegal state aid and would require Ireland to recover funds, while Apple and Ireland vow to appeal. Apple stock slips modestly as markets weigh the impact.
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Brazil Senate weighs Rousseff fate as final vote looms
In Brasilia senators debated the impeachment, with prosecutors and defense presenting closing arguments. Lead prosecutor Janaina Paschoal argued fiscal fraud and noted Rousseff’s alleged misconduct while Rousseff’s lawyer defended her record. The chamber must reach 54 votes to remove her, with current tallies suggesting a tight margin before the final vote.
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Qayara Air Base Destruction Threatens Mosul Operation
Iraqi forces aimed to use Qayara air base as a staging area for the Mosul assault but retreating Islamic State militants nearly destroyed it. The base, seized in July, was key to plans to retake Mosul, raising doubts the long awaited operation could begin this year.
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