30 November 2016 Military News

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Department of Defense Press Briefing by British Maj. Gen. Jones via teleconference from Baghdad, Iraq DoD 30 Nov 2016 -- Presenter: Major General Rupert Jones, UK, deputy commander, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve
Russia Repeatedly Given Advanced Notice of Coalition Airstrikes VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The U.S. military has given Russia advanced notice of airstrikes in Syria about five times per month since a U.S.-led coalition strike in September killed Syrian government-aligned forces near Deir Ezzor, a military official told VOA Wednesday.
Counter-ISIL Strikes Continue in Syria, Iraq AFPS 30 Nov 2016 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Iraqi Forces Make 'Remarkable Turnaround,' OIR Official Says AFPS 30 Nov 2016 -- The invasion of Islamic State of Iraq and The Levant forces into Iraq two years ago has met with a "remarkable turn-around," British Army Maj. Gen. Rupert Jones, deputy commander, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve told reporters today.

Islamic State Expanding Schools in Afghan Province VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- Officials in Afghanistan's eastern Nangarar province say the Islamic State group is trying to imprint a lasting legacy on children in the region through an increasing network of religious seminaries and schools.
Airlift squadron provides mission versatility to Afghan theater AFNS 30 Nov 2016 -- A C-130J Super Hercules comes to a screeching halt on a runway less than half the length of those typically used at stateside airfields. The cargo bay door is opened onto a pitch black airstrip – a shock for those used to seeing bright lights guiding pilots down the ramp.
Over half a million Afghans displaced in 2016, UN says Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations has reported a dramatic increase in the number of displaced people as a result of the years-long conflict in Afghanistan.
Afghan Vice President Denies Assaulting, Abducting Political Rival RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- Afghan First Vice President Abdul Rashid Dostum has rejected allegations that he and his bodyguards assaulted and abducted a political rival at a sports event in northern Afghanistan last week.

Defense Policy / Programs

Army announces conversion of Fort Stewart-based Infantry Brigade US Army 30 Nov 2016 -- The Department of the Army announced today that the 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 3rd Infantry Division, stationed at Fort Stewart, Georgia, will convert from an Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) to an Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT).
US Coast Guard Chief Seeks Expanded Asia-Pacific Role VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The top U.S. Coast Guard official is eyeing a unique role for his fleet in maintaining peace and stability in the East and the South China seas under the incoming presidential administration.
Final phase of C-17 drag reduction testing underway AFNS 30 Nov 2016 -- When it comes to aviation fuel, the C-17 Globemaster III utilization rate makes it stand out as the largest consumer in the Air Force. This is why a team at the 418th Flight Test Squadron has been working for the past year on the Air Force Research Laboratory's C-17 Drag Reduction Program.
Carter Talks With Defense Senior Enlisted Leader Council AFPS 30 Nov 2016 -- Defense Secretary Ash Carter thanked the senior noncommissioned officers he calls his "eyes and ears" with the force as he addressed the 2016 Defense Senior Enlisted Leader Council at the Pentagon this morning.
Makin Island ARG, 11th MEU Enter US 5th Fleet NNS 30 Nov 2016 -- The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations after concluding operations in U.S. 7th Fleet, Nov. 30.
George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group Begins COMPTUEX NNS 30 Nov 2016 -- The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG) departed Norfolk to begin Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) Nov. 28.
Experts denounce speculation that Chinese chips cause U.S. vessel malfunctions People's Daily 30 Nov 2016 -- "The U.S. missile destroyer Zumwalt and high-tech destroyer of the British Royal Navy HMS Ducan have turned into useless tin cans due to China……The killer chips are present in almost all the military equipment and communication systems which have been recently built by the U.S. and Great Britain," Pravda.ru, a Russian news website, reported on Nov. 28.
Air Force Study Warns US Falling Behind China, Russia in Hypersonic Missiles Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- China and Russia have proceeded in testing high-speed maneuvering weapons (HSMWs), causing anxiety in some circles that the US may be falling behind in its development of hypersonic missiles.
CNREURAFSWA Establishes Facility in Redzikowo, Poland NNS 30 Nov 2016 -- Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) officially established Naval Support Facility (NSF) Redzikowo, Nov. 30, during a base establishment and change of command ceremony in Poland.
US Military Support Facility With Upgraded Missile Defenses Opens in Poland Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The Redzikowo Naval Support Facility (NSF) has opened in Poland, with a Polish battalion providing security for an accompanying US ballistic missile defense system, the US Navy announced in a press release on Wednesday.

EU to boost defense cooperation, revitalize military spending Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The European Union has unveiled a plan to boost joint defense cooperation among member states and revitalize the bloc's military spending.
EU Proposes Creation of Joint Defense Fund for Military Procurement, Research Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The European Commission proposed on Wednesday the creation of a new defense fund for military procurement and collaborative research as part of a wider EU defense strategy, according to the press release.
EU Plans Standalone European Defense Budget, 'Not Alternative' to NATO Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The European Commission has announced the setting-up of a new European Defense Budget, allowing for the procurement of military equipment, just weeks after agreeing the establishment of an EU Rapid Reaction Force and HQ, which NATO chiefs deny is a sign of a split in the alliance.

Russian, Armenian Defense Ministers Sign Combined Forces Agreement Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and his Armenian counterpart signed an agreement on establishing combined forces, a RIA Novosti correspondent reported Wednesday.
Russia's Bastion Defense Systems Arrive to Crimea Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- A battalion of Russia's Bastion coastal defense system is arriving in Crimea to replace the systems that are protecting a naval task force in Syria, a source in the Crimean uniformed services told RIA Novosti on Wednesday.

Royal Navy Using 'Out of Date Equipment' and Ships - Report Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Britain's Royal Navy is having is fair share of problems over recent months, and now a new report has suggested that they are using naval ships "well beyond their sell-by date."

Poland Received Info on Mistrals Deal Between Egypt, Russia From Secret Sources Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Poland received information from "secret sources" that Egypt resold the two Mistral warships to Russia, Poland's Defense Ministry said in a statement.

Lithuania Purchases 168 German Armoured Personnel Carriers – Defense Ministry Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Lithuania's land force units have purchased 168 upgraded German M577 armoured personnel carriers, the country's Defense Ministry said in a statement Wednesday.

China Hopes for Stable Military Relationship With US Under Trump - Ministry Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The Chinese Ministry of National Defense (MND) hopes to develop a stable relationship with the US Department of Defense under US President-elect Donald Trump's administration, MND spokesman Yang Yujun said Wednesday.

N Korea to Have Missile Able to Reach Seattle by Trump's Term End - Ex-CIA Chief Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The North Korean government will likely develop a nuclear missile capable of reaching the US city of Seattle by the end of President-elect Donald Trump's term in office, former CIA Director Michael Hayden said on Wednesday.

S Korea, US Begin Air Defense Exercises as N Korea Set to Launch Drills Thursday Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- South Korea and the United States launched their annual aerial exercise amid North Korean expected air defense drills.

Indian army helicopter crashes, three officers dead Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Three Indian army officers have been killed in a crash of a five-seater Cheetah helicopter in eastern India.

Russian Forces In Crimea on High Alert Ahead Of Ukraine's Planned Missile Tests RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- Russia's state-run TASS news agency reports that Russian air-defense forces in Crimea have been placed on high alert on the eve of planned Ukrainian missile tests near the Black Sea peninsula.
Ukraine's Planned Missile Launches Near Crimea Violation of Int'l Law - Kremlin Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Russia would not like to see Ukraine violating international law and threatening international flight safety with planned missile launches west of the Crimean peninsula coastline, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Wednesday.

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest, 11/30/2016 The White House 30 Nov 2016
November 30, 2016 - U.S. Department of State Daily Press Briefing US Dept. of State 30 Nov 2016

Defense Industry

DoD News: Contracts for November 30, 2016
France Helps India Revive Home Grown Jet Engine Project Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- French Defense manufacturer Safran has signed a $ 2 million consultancy agreement with India to help revive its indigenous jet engine project – Kaveri. Its revival will remove bottlenecks in India's ambition of developing a fighter aircraft with a homegrown engine.

Other Conflicts

30 November 2016 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 30 Nov 2016

China Ponders ADIZ in Disputed Sea VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- A Chinese state institution warned this week that Beijing is ready to set up an air defense identification zone (ADIZ) over the contested South China Sea, giving it the authority to screen foreign aircraft. But analysts say any enforcement would anger other countries without deterring traffic.

Taiwan's sovereignty over South China Sea indisputable: official CNA 30 Nov 2016 -- Taiwan has indisputable sovereignty over the South China Sea, the head of the Coast Guard Administration Lee Chung-wei (李仲威 ) reaffirmed on Wednesday amid protests by Vietnam that a drill conducted by Taiwan encroached on its sovereignty.

UN criticizes formation of new Yemen national salvation government Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations has criticized Yemen's Ansarullah movement as the "national salvation" government is sworn in before the country's Supreme Political Council.
New government aimed at better serving Yemenis: Houthi leader Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The leader of Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement says the newly-formed National Salvation Government is aimed at boosting efforts to run the country's domestic affairs and better serve the nation, saying everyone must work to pave the way for an eventual popular victory.

Erdogan's Anti-Assad Comment Proves Turkish Leader's Plans to Divide Syria - PYD Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Recep Tayyip Erdogan's recent statements on Ankara's plans to "put an end to the rule" of Syrian President Bashar Assad confirm that the Turkish president has not abandoned his plan to divide Syria, Syria's Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) co-chairman Saleh Muslim told Sputnik on Wednesday.
Turkish Presidential Administration Downplays Erdogan's Statement on Assad Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- A source in Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's administration on Wednesday tried to downplay Erdogan's statement on his intention to depose Syrian leader Bashar Assad.
Erdogan's Remark About Toppling Assad Prompts Syrian, Russian Reaction Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that the Turkish armed forces' military operation in Syria was designed to put an end to the rule of Syrian President Bashar Assad.

Israel military fires missiles against targets near Damascus: Report Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Israeli fighter jets have carried out missile attacks against two targets inside Syria close to the highway connecting the capital Damascus, to the Lebanese capital Beirut.
Syrian forces liberate SE Aleppo district from militants' grip Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Syrian government troops and their allies have managed to retake full control of a neighborhood southeast of Aleppo, which has been turned into a major frontline in the fight against terrorists.
Humanitarian aid in Aleppo used as political ploy: Russia Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Russia says the issue of aid delivery in Syria is becoming highly politicized as most UN humanitarian aid goes to the areas occupied by foreign-backed militants.
Syria Claims Further Advances Against Rebels In Aleppo RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- Syria's government says it has recaptured another entire district of Aleppo from rebels, but opposition fighters have denied the claim and vowed to continue their fight against a brutal Russia-backed government offensive.
Syrian Army Prepares to Enter Al-Bab to Liberate City from Terrorists Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- According to information received by a Sputnik correspondent, the bombing carried out by the Syrian military aircraft on the positions of the Free Syrian Army (FSA) in the area of al-Bab, which had been captured by Daesh, has halted the advance of the FSA fighters, which are supported by Turkey.
Syrian Army Conducting Offensive Against Militants Toward Aleppo Airport Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The Syrian Armed Forces along with patriotic militias on Wednesday are conducting an offensive in the eastern part of Aleppo controlled by militants toward the city's airport, Lebanese Al Manar TV channel reported.
Russia Sends Planes With Field Hospitals, Surgeons, Medical Equipment to Syria Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Russia has sent military-transport planes with field hospitals, surgeons and medical equipment to Syria, the Russian Defense Ministry said.
Without urgent steps to end violence, Aleppo may become 'giant graveyard,' Security Council told UN News 30 Nov 2016 -- With thousands of civilians fleeing neighbourhoods in eastern Aleppo, senior United Nations officials today appealed to the Security Council and the wider international community to come together and "do everything in their power to protect civilians and enable aid access to the besieged parts of the [war-battered city] before it becomes one giant graveyard."
In Aleppo, Tens of Thousands Flee Advancing Government Troops VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- More than 50,000 civilians have fled the rebel-held districts in eastern Aleppo during the past four days as government forces continue their effort to retake the city, according to a Syrian monitor group.

Iraqi volunteer forces seize two villages around Mosul, free over 2,000 families Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Iraqi fighters from Popular Mobilization Units have liberated two more villages near the northern city of Mosul as they are helping government forces in their drive to push Takfiri Daesh terrorist out of their last stronghold in the Arab country.
Iraqi Troops Liberate One More District in Eastern Mosul From Daesh Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The troops of the Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service have liberated one more district in the eastern part of the northern country's city of Mosul occupied by the Daesh terrorist group, a source in the service told RIA Novosti on Wednesday.

No breakthrough reached at Minsk talks on Ukraine: Lavrov Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says no visible progress has been made in a recent quadrilateral meeting on the peace process in conflict-stricken eastern Ukraine.

Abuse of Rohingyas in Myanmar may be crime against humanity: UN Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations (UN) has warned that ongoing, widespread human rights violations against Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar could be tantamount to "crimes against humanity."
Rohingya Refugees Seek to Return Home to Myanmar VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- Rohingya Muslims who have sought refuge in Bangladesh say they are desperate to stop living as refugees and return to their homeland in Myanmar.

Rwanda opens probe into role of French officials in 1994 genocide Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Rwanda has opened a formal investigation into the alleged role of 20 French officials in the 1994 genocide.

Colombia's Senate passes revised peace pact between FARC, government Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Colombia's Senate has approved a revised peace accord between the government and the country's biggest rebel group.
Colombian Parliament Approves Revised Peace Deal Between FARC Rebels, Government Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Colombian Parliament unanimously approved a new version of the peace agreement between the government and the FARC rebel group, media reported Wednesday.
Colombia's Senate Approves FARC Peace Deal VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The latest peace deal between the Colombian government and the rebel group known as FARC is one step from approval after the country's senate voted in favor of the agreement on Tuesday.

At Least 7 Indian Servicemen Killed in Attack on Military Camp in Jammu Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- At least two officers and five soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces were killed on Tuesday in a militant attack on an army unit in the town of Nagrota in the northern country's state of Jammu and Kashmir, a statement of the Northern Command of India's army.

OSCE Minsk Group Fails to Promote Nagorno-Karabakh Settlement Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Minsk Group's mediation on the settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict did not bring positive results, head of the Azerbaijan's Presidential Administration Ramiz Mehdiyev said in an article issued on Wednesday.

US, UN Warn of Intensified Violence in South Sudan VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- United States and United Nations representatives warned in separate meetings Wednesday of escalated tension and potential violence in South Sudan.
South Sudan: Bureaucratic obstacles hindering relief work must stop, says senior UN official UN News 30 Nov 2016 -- Expressing deep concern over the impact of a series of bureaucratic impediments and access constraints on relief operations, a senior United Nations humanitarian official in South Sudan has called on all parties to allow free, safe and unhindered humanitarian access to the people in need.

News Reports

CIA chief warns Trump: Scrapping Iran deal 'disastrous' Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- CIA Director John Brennan says it would be "the height of folly" for US President-elect Donald Trump to sabotage the nuclear agreement with Iran reached under the Obama administration.
CIA Chief Warns Trump Over Scrapping Iran Nuclear Deal, 'Russian Promises' RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- The director of the U.S. intelligence agency has issued warnings over the dangers of scrapping the Iran nuclear deal, as well as trusting what he called "Russian promises."
Trump's Administration Should Be 'Wary of Russian Promises' – CIA Chief Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- According to the CIA director, Donald Trump's administration should be careful with what promises Russia makes.

Briefing by Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova, Moscow, November 30, 2016 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 30 Nov 2016

Castro's Ashes Begin Procession Across Cuba VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The ashes of late Cuban leader Fidel Castro began a three-day procession across the island nation Wednesday.

Security Council strengthens measures against DPRK's nuclear, ballistic missile activities UN News 30 Nov 2016 -- Strongly condemning the nuclear test conducted by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 9 September, the Security Council today unanimously adopted measures that United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon described as "the toughest and most comprehensive sanctions regime ever" against that country.
UN Security Council Approves New North Korea Sanctions VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations Security Council unanimously voted Wednesday to impose a new round of targeted economic sanctions against North Korea for its September 9 nuclear test.
UNSC imposes new sanctions on North Korea over nuclear test Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations Security Council has voted to impose new sanctions on North Korea over its most recent and largest nuclear test in September.
Russia Condemns Military Buildup Around North Korea - Deputy UN Envoy Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Russia condemns the increased deployment of foreign offensive weapons systems near North Korean borders, Russian Deputy Ambassador to United Nations Vladimir Safronkov said Wednesday.
White House Uncertain New UN Resolution to Change North Korea's Behavior Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The United States is unsure whether the UN Security Council resolution imposing new sanctions on North Korea following its nuclear test in September will lead to significant changes, thus making further sanctions against Pyongyang possible, White House spokesperson Josh Earnest said in a press briefing.
UNSC Unanimously Adopts Resolution on New Sanctions Against North Korea Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The UN Security Council has unanimously adopted a draft resolution imposing new sanctions on North Korea as a result of a nuclear test in September and missile launches.
UN Renews Effort on N. Korea Abductees VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- The United Nations has renewed pressure on North Korea to reveal details about hundreds of people abducted decades ago, with a new U.N. special rapporteur, fresh from a fact-finding trip to South Korea and Japan, telling reporters, "You never stop believing the missing are alive."

Envoys: Trump Expected to Keep Strong Ties With South Korea VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- In less than two months, Donald Trump will be sworn in as president of the United States, and yet he remains tight-lipped about his plans for nuclear-armed North Korea, which many believe is one of the most important security threats currently facing the United States.
South Korea opposition sticks to plans to impeach Park Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- South Korea's opposition parties have agreed to keep plans to impeach embattled President Park Geun-hye, rejecting her recent offer to resign under a "safe" power transfer arranged by the parliament.

Senate to vote on renewal of Iran Sanctions Act: Republican leader Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- The US Senate will vote this week on legislation to renew sanctions on Iran for 10 years, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said.
CIA Chief Brennan Warns Trump Against Scrapping Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) John Brennan in an interview published Wednesday warned US President-elect Donald Trump against scrapping the Iran nuclear deal, saying that it would be "disastrous."
Defiance Thrusts Iranian Lawmaker Into Spotlight RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- Until recently, Mahmud Sadeghi was an obscure legal expert whose most conspicuous professional accomplishment was a two-year advisory stint with Iran's Education Ministry.

Hong Kong's anti-China MPs lose court appeal Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Two pro-independence lawmakers in Hong Kong have lost their appeal against a ruling preventing them from taking up their seats in the parliament over anti-China remarks.
Beijing Accuses Taiwan, Hong Kong Independence Activists of Conspiracy Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Beijing accused Taiwan and Hong Kong activists of a joint conspiracy aimed at stirring up trouble in Hong Kong.

German Intel Agency to Spend About $160Mln on Decryption of Messengers - Reports Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Germany's Federal Intelligence Service (BND) is going to spend 150 million euros (about $160 million) on the project allowing decryption of messengers such as WhatsApp and Telegram, local media reported.

Lawyer For Alleged Russian Hacker Arrested In Prague Says Client Innocent RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- The Czech lawyer for Yevgeny Nikulin, the 29-year-old Russian citizen arrested in Prague two months ago on U.S. charges of hacking and data theft, claims his client is innocent.

Indian Space Agency to Launch 83 Satellites in One Go Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- India is attempting to leverage its USP of low cost space launchers to attract foreign makers of micro satellites.
India's Space Program Makes Steady Gains Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- The Indian space program falters in the area of manned missions, but ISRO has made steady gains in unmanned missions and commercial launches of satellites, fueling keen interest by competitors like China.

Russia to Expand Its Constellation of Earth Observation Satellites Sputnik 30 Nov 2016 -- Sputnik Brazil has asked representatives of Russia's space agency Roscosmos to say a few words about the Russian orbital constellation of remote Earth sensing satellites.

Turkey seeks multiple life sentences for suspects in Ankara bombing Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Turkey is seeking multiple life sentences for nearly 70 suspects in connection with a deadly bombing in the capital, Ankara, blamed on Kurdish militants.

Oil Prices Surge As OPEC Agrees To First Production Cut Since 2008 RFE/RL 30 Nov 2016 -- Ministers from the 15 members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) have reached an agreement to cut their oil production by 1.2 million barrels a day.

UN Alarmed About Deterioration of Human Rights Worldwide VOA 30 Nov 2016 -- U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein has warned of an alarming deterioration of human rights and an erosion of international institutions and laws threatening the social cohesion of nations.

Protests erupt in Haiti against presidential election results Press TV 30 Nov 2016 -- Haiti appears to be teetering on the brink of a political and social upheaval again. The preliminary results from the small Caribbean nation's much-delayed presidential election have sparked violent demonstrations in the capital Port-au-Prince, with losing candidates questioning the voting process and thus the victory of Jovenel Moise.

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