Lack of evidence in accusations of russia committing war crimes in syria. And the 19yearold founds in the china landslide. The guide byes as th goodbyes as the manchester boss storms out of the press conference. We begin this hour with news that the United Nations has agreed to recognize libyas new libya government. The recreation was created last week. There have been concerns that lawlessness and violence were allowing imto gain a food hold there. We have more from the United Nations in new york. How important of a vote was this . Its a significant step for libya as they bring parties together to form the unity government. The government of National Accord is officially recognized as libyas government. Remember, libya has been so deeply divided since the far of muammar qaddafi with two competing rival governments in two different cities with armed groups fighting against each other. Now there is so much instability in the country as a result the government has not been able to functi
Tough new laws on tobacco products. There are reports that a gas attack in syria has killed at least five civilians southwest of the capital damascus. Medical sources think that sarren gas, one of the worlds most lethal chemical weapons, was used. More than 30 people are reported to have suffered acute health problems. Our correspondent reports. Reporter this is not the first time there have been reports of gas used as a weapon in syria. Opposition sources say these people were exposed to gas when government helicopters fired missiles in the residential area. The neighborhood on the outskirts of damascus has been a battleground for some time now. It is also under siege by government forces. Translation these rockets were carrying gas and as a result five people were killed, including a 12yearold boy. More than 30 injured. Mostly civilians. The gas was used in the western neighborhood of the city. The victims showed certain symptoms such as runny nose, saliva and later developed into bl
Landslide in southern china, rescuers have found a survivor. Stopped from going to the u. S. , were in costa rica where thousands of cubans are stuck. They are victims of a border dispute. We begin the news hour with reports that a gas attack in syria has killed at least five civilians. Medical sources think that sarin gas was used in the attack on the city. More than 30 people are reported to have suffered acute health problems. Zana hoda reports. Reporter this is not the first time there have been reports of gas used as a weapon in syria. Opposition sources say these people were exposed to gas when government helicopters fired missiles in a residential area. That rebelheld area on the outskirts of damascus has been a battleground for sometime now. Translator these rockets were carrying sarin gas and as a result five people were killed, including a 12yearold boy, and more than 30 injured. Mostly civilians. The sarin gas was used in the western neighborhood of the city. The victims sho
Began. Aid workers tell us the number of new cases there is still rising. Also, the moments before a 12yearold boy is shot dead by police in the u. S. This video released by the authorities. Also coming up on the program, aaron is here having a look at those tumbling oil prices. David, how low can they go . Leaders of opec, the cartel made up of 12 nations have been meeting in vienna. And heres their problem. Fierce competition in the United States. And weaker demand in europe and china. So the question is, has opec lost its power to control the price of oil . Its midday here in london, 7 00 a. M. In washington, 11 00 p. M. In sydney. As australians mourn the death of phillip batsman was 25, died hospital from a head injury. He was struck by the ball on the back of the head as he faced the fast bowler shawn abbott. Hughes was wearing a helmet, but doctors say the ball hit an unprotected area at the back of his neck. Hew faris has this report. Reporter Phillip Hughes known for his unort
Amongst the injured. The first human ebola vaccine trial is hailed an unqualified success. And the appearance of harmony as ukraines new parliament meets for the first time. We report on the tensions behind the scenes. Hello. The cricketing world is mourning the loss of australian batsman Phillip Hughes, whos died two days after being hit on the back of the head bay ball whilst playing a match at the sydney cricket ground. The 25yearold had been in an induced coma after emergency surgery. Thats where many of his fellow cricketers, including the australian clark had been at his bedside. Clark gave this statement on behalf of the family. Were devastated by the loss of our muchloved son and brother phillip. Its been a very difficult few days. We appreciate all the support we have received from family, friends, players, cricket australia, and the general public. Cricket was phillips life, and we as a family shared that love of the game with him. We would like to thank all the medical and n