The envoy to syria with a chilling warning. We hear from rebels who say they have been abandoned by their o own. And remembering the magic realism. Gabriel marquez has died at the age of 87. Hundreds of passengers are still missing. 25 people are now confirmed dead. Most of those unaccounted for are school children. Well, the rescue mission is not over, but as for the original investigation, thats the focus of how the ferry got into trouble in the first place. The situation was the captain left the third officer at the helm temporarily. It means that he may not have been at the heal am at the time of the accident. Cranes have arrived at the spot where the ferry capsized. The idea is to try to raise the boat. The coast guard said that it has to be careful. This is what theyll be facing. 475 passengers were on board. Now most of them were on the middle deck. Some of the rescued passengers have been telling authorities that survivors could be on two places of these decks. The games room and the restaurant. With the ship submerged the coast guard is pumping air into the hull with the hopes that survivors could still be inside. Family of the passengers have been waiting and parents are angry at the slow progress of the rescue. All right, lets go live. To the correspondent where the operation is being coordinated from. There are a couple of Daylight Hours left for the search to continue. Reporter thats right. The weather has improved here. There is torrential rain and strong currents, still the weather is not such that the divers can enter the vessel, as you pointed out before. There are strong tides, strong currents around the vessel. They have attached a guide rope to a Police Vessel to an area underneath the submerged vessel. The vessel is completely submerged because of high tide. They hope to be able to find some sort of access point but it is very difficult conditions for those divers. Very trench rouse waters. They managed to get in very briefly on wednesday a few hours after the accident, but certainly yesterday and today those efforts have been totally thwarted. Weve had a briefing by the local police. They also said that this rope that i mentioned earlier is hopefully going to at some stage going to enter the vessel. Its not going to happen in the next few hours because of the conditions out at sea where the operation was taking place. We also had a statement from south korea prosecutors saying that had was another officer at the helm when the accident happened, and not the captain. He may not have been at the bridge at the time. The captain is being questioned by the police and asking if the vessel deviated from its normal course when it capsized on wednesday. They also say that theyre looking at the possibility of crew negligence. Those are the latest developments so far. Here just a few hundred meters away morrellties. More families of those with loved ones unaccounted for are gathering. Its been another anguish date for them. Many want to go out on boats and look for themselves. Sail and make their own way inside the vessel, such is their desperation. At the moment theyre waiting for news, any news that could shed light on what happened to their loved one. It is really painful to watch their grief. Just as painful as it is for them to endure. Bringing the latest from south korea. Now an of a large has swept the worlds highest peak. The victims were preparing roots ahead of the climbing season, which starts in may. Now thousands have attempted the scale the 8,850meter summit over the years. 224240 have died on its slopes. Ukraine and russia have found common ground. They have come to an agreement after holding talks with the u. S. And the e. U. Reporter officials on all sides said they had low expectations going into the talks. Then a surprise, russia, the United States, the u. K. And and ukraine crafted an agreement. All sides must refrain from the use of violence, intimidation and provocative actions. We strongly condemn and object to all expressions of racism and religious intolerance, including antisemitism. Reporter its the first time that russias top leader spoke s witwith ukraine. We are calling for these steps to be made. All military formations have to be disarmed. All seized buildings have to be returned to legitimate owners. All occupied streets have to be freed, and amnesty has to be give to protesters except to those who committed grievous crimes. Tasked to making the agreement terrific giving more autonomy to russianspeaking regions and working out a constitution before late may. What is not in the deal the removal of sanctions against russia. The e. U. And the United States have already imposed some after moscow annexed crimea and theyre threatening another round targeting the critical oil and gas sector if they feel that moscow is not doing its utmost to deescalate. In syria going to the city of homs. The city has become a theater of death and destruction. A deal greed earlier this year had allowed some civilians to leave the city, but further talks broke down this week after heavy fighting. Well, these are the latest pictures to show the destruction of homs. Barrel bombs are being dropped by Government Forces who are trying to target oppositionheld areas. And activists say the bombardment is the worst theyve seen in months. Rebels in the city say fighters in the north have let them down. They are trapped, weakened by a military siege and now feel abandoned by their partners in this war. Rebels in the besieged old city of homs are fighting what could be their last battle. We wont leave. Homs is ours. We wont accept reconciliation deals. These are some of the estimated 1,000 opposition fight whose refused the offer to hand themselves in. For these men they were let down by rebels in other areas. Why did you forget homs . What happened to the millions of dollars sent to the rebels in the north . For gods sake, unite. Reporter they clai say theyl claim victory. They have had the upper hand, they have forced hundreds of fight tours turn themselves in to the Syrian Government over recent months. What were witnessing is a result of those in the opposition who are selling the revolution. Reporter in the early days of the revolt some of the biggest antigovernment demonstrations took place here before fighting tore this city apart. Homs has always been known as the capitol of the revolution. Losing homs would be a major blow to the opposition. It is not just a major territory between the north and south of the country. It would effect the morale of the opposition who have held territory and supply lines in the south of the region. Reporter they are you under siege. Leaders say they were also abandoned. We tried to lift the siege of homs, we we didnt have airplanes and heavy weapons. We tried many times. Reporter those who remain inside the old city try to keep their spirits high, but there is a reality, theyve been left alone to fight their enmit en e. Al jazeera continues to demand the Immediate Release of its journalist who is are detained in egypt. They are falsely accused of providing a platform for the outlawed muslim brotherhood. They are now behind bars for 11 days. Their case is being adjourned until later this month. The fourth al jazeera journalist in detention has been held without trial since august. He has been on Hunger Strike for 88 days. Canadas john baird weighed in. This individual getting a fair and expeditious trial, and request that humanitarian and medical needs be addressed. I appreciate, obviously, as in canada here in egypt there are independent judicial processes. Still to come here on al jazeera in south sudan details of the deadliest attack on u. N. Compound where 5,000 civilians were seeking refuge. In the philippines not everyone is reaping the benefits. These protestors have decided that today they will be arrested these people have chased a president from power, theyve torn down a state. Whats clear is that people dont just need protection, they need assistance. Well its official. Xfinity watchathon week was the biggest week in television history. But just when you thought it was over. What now . With xfinity on demand you can always watch the latest episodes of tvs hottest shows. Good news. Like hannibal. Chicago fire. And bates motel. The day after they air. Xfinity on demand. All the latest episodes. All included with your service. Its like hifiving your eyeballs. Xfinity. The future of awesome. These are the top stories here at al jazeera. Cranes have been brought in to help salvage the ferry that sunk off the south korean coast. 25 people have been confirmed dead. The 271 missing people are mainly teenagers. In homs going back to the negotiating table. Russia and ukraine have come to an agreement to end the crisis in eastern ukraine. The u. S. And e. U. Helped broker a deal to disarm in return from amnesty for the government in kiev. The u. S. President barack obama is skeptical about russias part in the deal. Reporter president barack obama made a surprise appearance and gave a brief press conference to the awaiting media. He wanted to talk about his healthcare law, but the ukraine was one of the top topics. He said that the u. S. Will be ready to respond if they dont fall through. There is an opportunity for russia to take a different approach. Were encouraging them to do so. Well prepared additional responses should russia fail to take a different course. Weve had an impact on their economy. That is well documented. It could get significantly worse. The Obama Administration is not telling us what those sanctions could be, but theyre in a tight time frame saying they need to see results in ukraine in the next couple of days. The algerian president said he has been reelected for a fourth term in office, but his main challenger said the election was rigged, and promises to fight the result in court. Dominick cane now reports. Reporter celebrations on the streets of algeria. Reelected to the presidencyagain. But his opponents have denounced the whole process. They campaigned for human rights. He once served as Prime Minister under its president. After the polls closed he was quick to cry foul. I call from the basement my heart and i will use all political means and all legal avenues to make sure that the sovereign people prevail. Reporter in several parts of the country there was civil unrest. This was the scene in the north of the country. Where gangs of youths fought running battles with police. Many people said that they felt totally disconnected from the political scene. People reject this election in all ways. Its not an election. Its a as far as where the result is already known. I dont know how to talk about sovereignty as the dice has already been cast. 77 years old, frail, and using a wheelchair after suffering a stroke last year, despite his poor health his supporters have insisted he is fit enough to governor again. Hes been in office for three terms, and won the last election with 90 of the vote. Although many people thought there were irregularities with it. International observers were on hand to monitor thursdays voting process where possible, as here in the capitol algiers. Its certain millions of people did go to polling stations on thursday. Whether the time result is exactly what the majority voted for is less clear. Dominick cane, al jazeera. The United Nations said an attack on one of its office in south yo sudan. Gunmen forced their way into the compound. Around 5,000 civilians had been sheltering there for ongoing violence between the government and rebels. The government condemned the attack in south sudan. They decidedthere is nothing to suggest what they were fighting. They just went on a rampage. The government renounce that a act. Well, anna has more. Reporter what we do know is that yesterday a group of armed civilians posing as Peaceful Protesters wanting to deliver a petition arrived at u. N. At some point this mob turned violent and they stormed the u. N. Base despite shots being fired in the air as u. N. Peace keepers. The peace keepers did return fire and two of them sustained injuries. There are conflicting reports about the number of dead. Yesterday it was reported that there were 20 civilians killed. We understand today that figure coulder much, much higher, perhaps as many as 50 fata fatalities. Dozens are being treated now. U. N. General secretary ban kimoon has come out and condemned this attack. He said that it institutes ait constitutes a war crime and they have a responsibility in protecting civilians. Meeting to speak about human rights in north korea. Two former north korean Political Prisoners are among those giving evidence. Reporter north Korea Remains one of the most closed off and secretive countries in the world. That has not stopped the United Nations team from releasing a report of gross human rights violations. If ever there is a report at the highest level, this is it. Reporter they allege north korea has created crimes against humanity including rape, forced abortions, extermination. Born in one of north koreas camps, he was forced to watch the execution of his mother and brother. His testimony is one of the key elements of the report. He is in new york with a special meeting with the Security Council. I was really nervous and insecure because they informed me there was a delegation from north korea, and i was shaking. But as someone who is going to talk about human rights issues then i felt proud. Now i really want to talk about them. U. N. Report calls from the Security Council to refer the issue to the International Criminal court but thats unlikely given china has power to veto such a move and has publicly rejected the document. Chinas Officials Say lack of support of north korea made it impossible for the commission to be impartial and objective. China is a great country, and a great civilization, and itself must be concerned having at its door step a country that not only has Nuclear Weapons but inherently is unstable to cause unjust to its own citizens. Neither china nor russia attended the security meeting. If and when those human rights issues are stopped that would be great. I have strong aspirations of a new life starting all over. Reporter a life he never could have imagined as a political prisoner in his own country. The people of the tropical paradise in the philippines say they deserve a bigger share of their islands wealth. Tourists spend millions there every year. Reporter with its white sand beaches and balmy weather the island is the countrys most visited destination. It attracts millions of tourists from all over the world. Despite all its charms not many of those who come here are aware of the islands history. The original inhabitants of this island, the increasing commercial development drove them from their home and for decades they have stayed like this, poor and uneducated and marginalized. The government has awarded two hectors of land. It is one of the most extensive and south after properties in the country. And Real Estate Developers have long wanted it. Thats why theyre worried for their safety. The leader of the tribe was gunned down in broad daylight just over a year ago. He was fighting for the rights of his people. The case is pending in the courts and tension in the islands is high. It is awful for us because were here first, yet we have been left behind while others have progressed we have nothing at all. They say local governments here have not given them enough protection often favoring the establishments the office of the mayor is unavailable for comment. The move to put the area on the tourism map is now being pushed. Were very grateful that the government has finally realized that they need to provide a face, the human face, because without them, we become a soulless community. It may also mean more jobs for those who have long been discriminated against because of the color of their skin. It is their every right to do so because they belong here as much as anyone else. Sayinal jazeera, central philip. Now the world is paying tribute to the colombian author gabriel marquez. People are laying wreaths where he died on thursday. He was considered one of the most important literary voices of the 20th century. People have been holding vigils to mark his death, and three days of mourning have been announced in colombia. We have more on his life and his legacy. Reporter the colombian novelist credited for introducing to the world a genre called magic realism. His novels were based on real Life Experiences that he insists were more bizarre that he could invent. His work were translated into more than 30 languages. It is set in an imaginary town. This is where he used to read when he was young. He first read 1001 arabian nights. Garcia marquezs novels combined the magic and the real won him the nobel prize of literature in 1982. He was also passionate about politics. He was a committed leftest and a close friend of fidel castro. While he defended him, he often asked for the release of Political Prisoners. Above all he was a journalist, and he sponsored journalism. In his last years march can he s rarely scene in public. But he will be long remembered for not only being the biggest exponent of magic realism but the fascination of Latin American Literature that will long outlive him. His relationship with academic audiences may rise and fall over time but nothing will change the fact that he took literature in 100 years of solitude and made it available to the rest of the world. You can find more about Gabrielle Garcia marquez on the al jazeera website. Consequences. People were starting to die, russia, ukraine, the e. U. And the u. S. Stepped back from the edge of the cliff . It is the inside story
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