Reuters: U.S. intel report identifies Russians who gave emails to WikiLeaks -officials
The CIA has identified Russian officials who fed material hacked from the Democratic National Committee and party leaders to WikiLeaks at the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin through third parties, according to a new U.S. intelligence report, senior U.S. officials said on Thursday.
The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the Central Intelligence Agency and others have concluded that the Russian government escalated its efforts from discrediting the U.S. election process to assisting President-elect Donald Trump's campaign.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syrian army, allies press assault to secure capital's water supply. UN warns of war crimes over disruption to water supply north of Damascus. Syria aircraft strike rebels near water source.
U.S.-backed force seizes Syria citadel from Islamic State.
Turkish-backed forces fighting street battles in Syria's al-Bab: defense minister.
Recalling Syria 'red line,' Kerry says U.S. didn't back down. John Kerry blames Britain for derailing Obama's plan for intervention in Syria.
Mosul battle: Iraqi troops 'take key district' from IS. In renewed push, Iraqi forces enter Mosul from north for first time.
Jordan says moving U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem is 'red line'.
US House condemns UN resolution on Israeli settlements.
ASIA
100 Chinese ships sailed near disputed Japan islands in 2016, report says.
N. Korea holds mass rally after Kim Jong-un’s New Year’s ‘nuke’ message (PHOTOS).
South Korea to build database of North Korea rights violators.
South Korea to form brigade to remove North's leadership in war.
Bangladesh police kill 'mastermind' behind cafe siege.
UN rights envoy to probe Myanmar Rohingya violence.
Duterte hopes Russia will become Philippines' ally and protector.
Indonesia's military chief threatens Chinese refugees, will 'watch them be eaten by sharks'.
Japan recalls ambassador, suspends talks with South Korea over comfort woman statue. Japan recalls South Korea envoy over 'comfort women'.
AFRICA
South Sudan foreign minister contests Abyei belonging to Sudan.
Tallying the deaths in Libya in 2016.
Chad shuts border with Libya, deploys troops amid security concerns.
Drought in E. Africa leaves millions in need of aid.
Ex-soldiers seize arms, take positions in Ivory Coast. Violence erupts in Ivory Coast as ex-soldiers demand pay. Ivory Coast's Bouake and Daloa hit by shooting.
Namibian tribes sue Germany in NY over century-old genocide. Namibian tribes sue Germany alleging colonial genocide.
Kenya doctors reject offer as strike hits second month.
EUROPE
Greek minister says most migrants no longer are refugees.
Arrivals of migrants to EU by sea two-thirds lower in 2016: Frontex.
German Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel calls for ban on Islamist mosques.
Austrian minister calls for headscarf ban for public servants.
Merkel's conservatives gain support despite Berlin attack: poll.
Trump, U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May to meet in spring.
France's Le Pen dismisses Ukraine blacklisting threat Over Crimea comments.
AMERICAS
Classified report on Russia, election hacking going to Trump.
Trump election: US 'identifies agents behind Russian hack'.
US election hacking claims: Joe Biden tells Donald Trump to 'grow up' over social media attacks.
Top prosecutor, state officials assassinated in Mexican border town.
A suspected terrorist and drug trafficker just became Venezuela's vice president.
Venezuela opposition seeks new polls, military help, against Maduro.
UN removes four peacekeepers from Colombia for dancing with rebels.
Cuba arbitrary arrests soared in 2016, dissidents say.
Guy Philippe, Haiti's former rebel leader, arrested after radio show.
Drugs gang 'kills 33 inmates' in Brazilian jail.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Pentagon: Islamic State leader Baghdadi 'still alive and leading'.
Al-Qaida leader denounces Islamic State 'liars' in new message.
Pentagon: Airstrikes kill 20 or more al Qaeda fighters in northern Syria.
US adds Bin Laden's son to terror blacklist.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Trump says Toyota will face tariffs on cars made in Mexico.
US jobs growth slows to 156,000 during December.
China ready to step up scrutiny of U.S. firms if Trump starts feud: Sources.
Samsung profits up despite Galaxy Note 7 disaster.
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