Friday News Roundup – International (Diane Rehm Show 2016-09-17)

Accusations of fighting by both sides threaten Syria’s fragile ceasefire brokered by the U.S. and Russia. UN officials say Syria is delaying aid deliveries to civilians in violation of the agreement. Israel and the U.S. sign an unprecedented $38 billion military aid package. A former militiaman testifies the president of the Philippines presided over the killings of criminals and political opponents while he was mayor. And Obama pledges to lift all remaining sanctions against Myanmar. A panel of journalists joins guest host A Martinez for analysis of the week’s top international news stories.
Interview:
http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2016-09-16/friday-news-roundup-international