US charges Iran-linked Pakistani over political assassination plot
Asif Merchant is accused of seeking a hitman to kill unnamed officials as revenge for US assassination of Iranian military chief.
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Hindus in Bangladesh Face Revenge Attacks After Prime Minister’s Exit
Hindus in Bangladesh, perceived by many to be supporters of the prime minister who was ousted in a popular uprising, braced for violent reprisals on Wednesday as the rudderless country awaited the formation of a new government after a month of unrest.
Bank of Japan won't raise rates when markets unstable, deputy governor says
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida said on Wednesday the central bank won't raise interest rates when financial markets are unstable.
Pakistani with ties to Iran charged in plot to carry out political assassinations in US
A Pakistani man alleged to have ties to Iran has been charged in a plot to carry out political assassinations on US soil, the Justice Department said on Tuesday in disclosing what officials say is the latest murder-for-hire plot originating from abroad to target American public figures.
U.S. charges Pakistani man allegedly linked to Iran in assassination plot
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- A Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran has been charged in the United States in connection with a foiled plot to assassinate a U.S. politician or government officials, the Justice Department said on Tuesday.
Kenya central bank cuts main lending rate by 25 basis points
Kenya's central bank cut its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points to 12.75% on Tuesday, saying there was scope for a gradual easing of its policy stance while ensuring continued exchange rate stability.
Singapore gets Big Pharma rush to invest in plants for aging region
SINGAPORE -- Large investments from some of the world's biggest drugmakers are pouring into Singapore as companies seek to expand production in the city-state and access broader Asia, one of the fastest-growing markets with a rapidly aging population.