The headline news from May 22, 2017

The archive of all headlines from May 22, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Killing C.I.A. Informants, China Crippled U.S. Spying

New York Times  22/May/2017 00:30:07

China killed or jailed at least 18 C.I.A. informants between 2010 and 2012, former American officials said.The intelligence breach was described as one of the worst in decades, and the debate over how it happened remains unresolved.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 01:00:11

In the first major foreign policy address of his presidency, Trump breaks with his predecessors by not promoting human rights or democratic reforms in a region rife with rigidly controlled societies.

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5 Key Issues Hanging Over Trump’s Israel Visit

NBC News  22/May/2017 02:30:09

Trump’s First Foreign Trip

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Trump Reaches Out to Sunni Nations, at Iran’s Expense

New York Times  22/May/2017 03:45:04

President Trump used a speech in Saudi Arabia to declare his commitment to Sunni Arab nations, asking them to isolate a nation that “fueled the fires of sectarian conflict and terror.”It broke from the path taken by President Barack Obama, who engaged with Iran to reach a breakthrough nuclear accord.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 04:00:12

Even before Jordan’s King Abdullah II took the microphone, reactions were already flooding social media.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 04:30:12

Many young people here were unsure what to make of Trump — and that may be a victory of sorts.Trump's speech draws mixed reaction, including plenty of anger, in the Muslim world

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Trump Arrives in Israel Aiming to Seal the ’Ultimate Deal’

NBC News  22/May/2017 11:15:06

Trump’s First Foreign Trip

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Trump Reaches Out to Sunni Nations, at Iran’s Expense

New York Times  22/May/2017 12:15:03

President Trump used a speech in Saudi Arabia to declare his commitment to Sunni Arab nations, asking them to isolate a nation that “fueled the fires of sectarian conflict and terror.”He broke from the path taken by President Barack Obama, who engaged with Iran to reach a breakthrough nuclear accord.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 12:30:10

Many young people here were unsure what to make of Trump — and that may be a victory of sorts. LOCAL

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Trump’s Skills in Deal-Making Face a Serious Test in Israel

New York Times  22/May/2017 13:00:42

The American president landed near Tel Aviv for the start of a two-day visit.He is pursuing what he has called the “ultimate deal,” a peace agreement between Israelis and Palestinians.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 13:31:13

As California moves toward issuing permits for large-scale medical marijuana cultivation next year, a number of struggling desert cities, such as Adelanto, have sought to establish themselves as destinations for growers. Middle East

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Donald Trump ’Ultimate peace deal’ is goal as president touches down in Israel

The Guardian  22/May/2017 14:30:10

US president praises ‘strong, resilient’ Israel but officials play down hopes of imminent breakthrough in peace talks

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 14:30:14

As California moves toward issuing permits for large-scale medical marijuana cultivation next year, a number of struggling desert cities, such as Adelanto, have sought to establish themselves as destinations for growers. L.A. Now

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Donald Trump ’Ultimate peace deal’ is goal as president touches down in Israel

The Guardian  22/May/2017 14:45:12

US president and Israeli prime minister speak of hopes for regional peace deal but comments shed little light on how to achieve it

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Donald Trump ’Ultimate peace deal’ is goal as president touches down in Israel

The Guardian  22/May/2017 15:00:17

US president and Israeli prime minister speak of hope for regional deal but words shed little light on how to achieve it

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Trump Becomes First Sitting U.S. President to Visit Western Wall

NBC News  22/May/2017 15:45:04

Trump’s First Foreign Trip

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Trump’s Skills in Deal-Making Face a Serious Test in Israel

New York Times  22/May/2017 16:15:16

President Trump landed near Tel Aviv for the start of a two-day visit.He is pursuing what he has called the “ultimate deal,” a peace agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians.

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 17:15:10

A blistering contest to lead the California Democratic Party and near-constant protests during its weekend convention provided proof that schisms between party factions at the national level are also pulling apart the ranks at home, where the group has long prospered.For Democrats in California, a generational shift pulls the party left, with danger and opportunity ahead

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 17:30:13

A blistering contest to lead the California Democratic Party and near-constant protests during its weekend convention provided proof that schisms between party factions at the national level are also pulling apart the ranks at home, where the group has long prospered.Analysis: For Democrats in California, a generational shift pulls the party left, with danger and opportunity ahead

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Iran Trump focuses fire on support for ’terrorists and militias’

The Guardian  22/May/2017 18:00:15

Theme emerges as president visits Israel during first international trip, saying president must cease ‘funding terrorists’ and never obtain nuclear weapons

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Iran Trump focuses fire on support for ’terrorists and militias’

The Guardian  22/May/2017 18:30:17

Theme emerges as US president visits Israel during first international trip, saying Iran must cease ‘funding terrorists’ and never obtain nuclear weapons

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Trump Pushes Israel to Make Palestinian Deal a Priority

New York Times  22/May/2017 18:45:05

President Trump began his visit to Israel with a new push to resolve the generations-old standoff with the Palestinians.He said Israel’s Arab neighbors see a peace deal as crucial in a regional realignment around an anti-Iran coalition.

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Flynn Plans to Invoke the 5th in Senate Probe

NBC News  22/May/2017 20:15:10

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Flynn Plans to Invoke the Fifth Amendment in Senate Probe

NBC News  22/May/2017 20:45:05

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 20:45:08

Lai Hang had four months to live and no time to waste. She was deeply concerned about what would happen to her 17-year-old son, George, after she died. But no one knew just how desperate Hang had become. ESSENTIAL WASHINGTON

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Flynn ’Lied to Investigators’ About Russia Trip, Says Top House Dem

NBC News  22/May/2017 23:30:09

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Los Angeles Times  22/May/2017 23:30:12

Lai Hang had four months to live and no time to waste. She was deeply concerned about what would happen to her 17-year-old son, George, after she died. But no one knew just how desperate Hang had become. Politics

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