Burkina Faso hotel seizure leaves 28 dead in Ouagadougou
In Ouagadougou a party at the Cap Puccino Cafe and nearby Splendid Hotel ended when al Qaida fighters attacked at dinner, firing on patrons and setting venues ablaze. The siege lasted over 12 hours, killing at least 28 including foreigners from 18 countries and injuring many more.
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Iran swaps detainees as Rezaian is freed in Vienna
Iran releases U S journalist Jason Rezaian and three other Americans in a prisoner exchange with seven Iranians linked to U S sanctions. A fifth American student, Matthew Trevithick, is released separately. The swap includes commutations or pardons for those convicted or awaiting trial, with some to be transported to the United States.
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Denmark plans to seize valuables from asylum seekers
Denmark's center-right government pushes a bill to require asylum-seekers to hand over valuables over 1500 dollars to cover housing and food costs during processing. Officials say the aim is to deter migrants by making Denmark less attractive, despite rights groups calling it cruel and degrading.
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U S and EU Lift Sanctions After Iran Nuclear Deal
Vienna reports the IAEA certifies Iran met all nuclear commitments unlocking some 100 billion dollars in frozen assets. US Secretary of State Kerry and EU and Iranian diplomats praise the accord as a milestone in diplomacy and security. Four dual nationals released by Iran accompany the breakthrough.
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