14 july 2017 international news
Here are some of the top international news stories from July 14, 2017:
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North Korea Tests Intercontinental Ballistic Missile: North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that flew over Japan, prompting widespread condemnation and a warning from the United States that it was "a threat to our allies and partners".
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UK Parliament Rejects Theresa May's Brexit Plan: The UK Parliament rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit plan, dealing a major blow to her government and raising concerns about the country's exit from the European Union.
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Turkey Detains Over 1,000 Military Personnel: Turkish authorities detained over 1,000 military personnel, including high-ranking officers, as part of a purge following a failed coup attempt in 2016.
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South Africa's Zuma Survives No-Confidence Vote: South African President Jacob Zuma survived a no-confidence vote in Parliament, despite widespread calls for his resignation over corruption allegations.
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Russia and China Sign $400 Billion Gas Deal: Russia and China signed a $400 billion gas deal, marking a major boost for the Russian economy and a significant increase in energy cooperation between the two countries.
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Philippines' Duterte Threatens to Quit International Criminal Court: Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatened to withdraw his country from the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the ICC launched an investigation into alleged human rights abuses in the Philippines.
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India and Pakistan Exchange Fire Across Border: India and Pakistan exchanged fire across the border in Kashmir, killing several soldiers and civilians, amid heightened tensions between the two countries.
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US and South Korea Conduct Joint Military Drills: The United States and South Korea conducted joint military drills, including a simulated attack on North Korea, in response to the North's recent missile tests.
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Egyptian Court Sentences 75 to Death Over 2013 Protests: An Egyptian court sentenced 75 people to death over their involvement in protests against the government in 2013, sparking widespread criticism from human rights groups.
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Brazil's Temer Survives Impeachment Vote: Brazilian President Michel Temer survived an impeachment vote in Congress, despite allegations of corruption and bribery.
These are just a few of the top international news stories from July 14, 2017.