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'US-Approved Arms for Libyan Rebels Fell Into Jihadis’ Hands'

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IN THE WORLD PAPERS, 06/12/12: Unrest in Egypt is continuing to get a lot of attention in the international press today after several people were killed in clashes between opponents and supporters of President Mohamed Morsi. Meanwhile, an article in the New York Times looks back at the crisis in Libya with some rather alarming revelations. And China Daily says Hillary Clinton's successor has big shoes to fill.

IN THE PAPERS
By Florence VILLEMINOT
Is China holding the world to ransom?
18/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

Is China holding the world to ransom?

INTERNATIONAL PRESS REVIEW: Papers in the UK point the finger of blame at China for stalling climate talks in Copenhagen while the Chinese press says the US “should not play the China card in order to shirk its own responsibilities.”
Sarkozy’s grandstanding at Copenhagen gets mixed reaction
18/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

Sarkozy’s grandstanding at Copenhagen gets mixed reaction

FRENCH PRESS REVIEW: Nicolas Sarkozy made a passionate plea yesterday at the Copenhagen summit for countries to make the necessary comprise to strike a deal.
Guffaws in British press over UMP campaign song
17/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

Guffaws in British press over UMP campaign song

INTERNATIONAL PRESS REVIEW: This morning’s The Independent reports on the UMP’s much-ridiculed campaign song, “Changer le monde”.
“Will there be electricity for Christmas?”
17/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

“Will there be electricity for Christmas?”

FRENCH PRESS REVIEW: Libération’s front page speculates on the possibility of a blackout in parts of France in the run-up to Christmas. A cold weather spell has increased demand on energy supplies.
Rachida Dati "can't stand" Brussels anymore?
16/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

Rachida Dati "can't stand" Brussels anymore?

INTERNATIONAL PRESS REVIEW: The Guardian leads with the latest controversy surrouding Rachida Dati, a former French Justice Minister and Sarkozy protégé who is now an MEP. She was recorded saying she "could not stand it anymore" during a sitting of the European Parliament

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