Here is a brief look at Press TV newsroom's headlines from 1800 GMT, May 21, 2017 to 0800 GMT, May 22, 2018.
Iran slams US
In the latest anti-Iran move, the US administration has presented a list of demands to the Islamic Republic to reach a new agreement with Tehran. Washington also leveled old accusations and threatened Iran with strongest-ever sanctions. Tehran has hit back at the US saying the accusations and threats are only aimed at diverting attention from Washington's violation of the nuclear deal.
‘No alternative’ to Iran deal
The US and its Trans-Atlantic allies seem to be on a collision course. President Donald Trump’s administration has been extremely demanding when it comes to EU and NATO member states. Some have even accused him of trying to bully Washington’s traditional allies. Here’s a report.
US's Venezuela sanctions
Venezuela has slammed as illegal the new US sanctions restricting the South American nation’s ability to liquidate state assets and debt in the United States. Foreign Minister, Jorge Arreaza described the US measure as madness, barbaric, and in absolute contradiction to international law. The US president issued an executive order tightening sanctions against Caracas following the re-election of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a vote which Washington described as a sham. The Lima group of Latin American countries and 6 members of the G20 group also refused to recognize the outcome of the Venezuelan election. Meanwhile Russia, China, El Salvador, Bolivia and Cuba have offered their congratulations to Maduro over his victory. Some 150 international observers from 30 countries and international organizations were present in the Venezuela to monitor the election process.
French strike
French public sector staff are to hold demonstrations and strikes against the government’s new economic policies. All unions representing civil servants backed the walkout. Their strike will affect schools, public kindergartens, flights, and some energy infrastructure. Major disruptions are expected. This is the third public sector protest against economic policies of President Emmanuel Macron, since he took office a year ago. The walkout coincides with the latest round of stoppages by railway workers. They’ve been striking two days out of five, since early April. Macron plans to change job conditions and cut public spending. He’s pledged to go ahead with the changes. Unions accuse him of destroying public services.
Australia archbishop found guilty
An Australian archbishop has been found guilty of covering up child sex abuse in the church in the 1970’s. Archbishop, Philip Wilson, from Adelaide is convicted of concealing the abuse of altar boys by a pedophile priest in New South Wales. The verdict makes Wilson the most senior Catholic official in the world to face conviction for such a charge. He is expected to receive his sentence in June. That is a maximum jail term of two years. An Australian inquiry found last year that seven-percent of all Catholic priests working in the country between 1950 and 2010 had been accused of child sex crimes. This comes amid revelations worldwide that Catholic officials have for decades protected pedophile priests by concealing their child sex offences.
US and North Korea
US President, Donald Trump, is willing to walk away from a summit with North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un. Vice President, Mike Pence, says Washington still hopes that Pyongyang dismantles its nuclear weapons program. He said North Korea should not seek concessions from America in return for promises it does not intend to keep. He also warned that if North Korean leader doesn't make a deal, Quote this will only end like the Libyan model ended. The summit between Trump and Kim is scheduled for next month. Last week, Pyongyang scrapped talks with Seoul over its joint military drills with Washington. The North also called into question the meeting with the United States.
Thailand protests
Protesters march in Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, to demand a general election be held this year. The protesters were supporters of the elected government toppled in a coup four years ago. The incumbent military government has repeatedly delayed the general elections. It now says the vote is to be held next February. The protesters want the elections to take place this November.
Afghanistan clashes
Afghan officials say fourteen policemen were killed in clashes with militants. Taliban assailants attacked the central-eastern province of Ghazni on Monday. The assault reportedly led to heavy clashes in the districts of Dih-Yak and Jaghatu. The Taliban claim to have taken control of the two districts, as well as the Ajristan region. Dih-Yak police confirmed their headquarters is on the verge of collapse, but did not report the regions have fallen. According to them, the clashes are still ongoing. Local reports indicate at least 20 security personnel were killed since the militant group launched a large-scale offensive Sunday. There are no reports regarding the Taliban casualties.
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