Syrian Civilian Killed In Clash Between Syrian Army, U.S. Forces

DAMASCUS, Feb 13 (NNN-SANA) – A Syrian civilian was killed Wednesday, in a clash between the Syrian army and a U.S. patrol, in the town of Khirbet Ummo, in Qamishli city, in northeastern Syria. The report said, the Syrian army stopped four U.S. military vehicles at a checkpoint, in the…

UN List Of Settlement-Linked Firms Gets Palestinian Praise, Israeli Rejection

RAMALLAH/JERUSALEM, Feb 13 (NNN-XINHUA) – The Palestinians hailed the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNHCHR), for releasing a list of companies, that do business in Israeli settlements, in the occupied Palestinian territories, while Israel denounced the list as “biased” and “shameful.” In a statement, Palestinian Prime Minister, Mohammed Ishtaye,…

Jordan Announces Investment Projects Worth 4.5 Billion USD

AMMAN, Feb 13 (NNN-PETRA) – Jordan, on Wednesday, announced investment projects, involving multiple sectors worth 4.5 billion U.S. dollars. The investment projects are located across the 12 governorates in Jordan, involving tourism, industry, health, agriculture and services, according to Jordanian Prime Minister, Omar Razzaz. Jordan will make efforts to attract…

Iran Vows “Crushing” Response To Israeli Aggression Against Its Interests

TEHRAN, Iran, Feb 13 (NNN-IRNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Abbas Mousavi, warned on Wednesday, that, Iran’s response to any Israeli aggression against its interests in the region, or in Syria, will be “crushing.” Mousavi said, over the past 70 years, Israel has resorted to violence, to occupy Palestine, and…

Iraqi Forces Reopen Anti-Gov’t Protest Areas In Downtown Baghdad

BAGHDAD, Feb 13 (NNN-NINA) – Iraqi security forces, on Wednesday, reopened areas in downtown Baghdad, and warned that anti-government protests can go on only in al-Tahrir Square, under the protection of the Iraqi forces. A statement by Baghdad Operations Command (BOC), responsible for the security of Baghdad province, said, security…

Nissan Files Damages Suit Against Former Boss Ghosn

TOKYO, Feb 13 (NNN-NHK) – Nissan Motor Co., said that, the company has filed a civil lawsuit in Japan, against former boss, Carlos Ghosn, who has fled the country last year, seeking 10 billion yen (90 million U.S. dollars) in damages, for “his corrupt practices over many years.” Nissan intensified…

Philippines Says, Ending Military Pact With U.S. “In The Right Direction”

MANILA, Feb 13 (NNN-ABN) – Spokesman of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said, Manila’s move to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States “is in the right direction.” From the point of view of the Philippines, presidential spokesman, Salvador Panelo, said, the decision to terminate…

UN To Reduce Aid To Houthi-Controlled Area In Yemen Due To Rebels’ Restrictions

SANAA, Feb 13 (NNN-SABA) – The humanitarian assistance to Yemen’s northern areas could be reduced next month, due to escalating restrictions imposed by the Houthi rebel group, a UN official said, Wednesday. “Threats, intimidation and restrictions against aid workers have been increasing in recent months, in the Houthi-controlled areas,” the…

Australian Military To Assist Flood Recovery Efforts, As Cyclone Bears Down On East Coast

SYDNEY, Feb 12 (NNN-AGENCIES) – With homes and businesses battered by the extreme weather on Australia’s east coast, energy provider Ausgrid asked for help from the military, to clear debris and repair electricity. Speaking with Sky News Wednesday (this) morning, New South Wales (NSW) Minister for Energy and Environment, Matt…

Donations top 700,000 USD to assist victims of Thailand’s mass shooting

BANGKOK, Feb 12 (NNN-TNA) – Cash donations and funds raised, to assist victims of Thailand’s weekend mass shooting, have reached up to 23 million baht (735,764 U.S. dollars), said Nakhon Ratchasima governor, Wichian Chantharanothai, on Tuesday. The 17-hour shooting spree by a soldier, claimed 30 lives, including the gunman, and…