President Obama at a 9/11 commemoration this month. He has vetoed a law that would have let the families of victims sue Saudi Arabia for its alleged support of the attackPresident Obama has vetoed a law that would have allowed the families of 9/11 victims to sue the government of Saudi Arabia for its alleged support of the terrorist attack. Congress, where the bill has support from both parties, is likely to try to override the decision. Mr Obama argued that the legislation, which does not specifically mention Saudi Arabia but allows for lawsuits against foreign governments, could threaten American diplomats who might become subject to retaliatory measures. Mandela’s former wife condemns corruptionWinnie Madikizela-Mandela has called for “fresh leadership” to pull South Africa out…

Source: The Times September 23, 2016 23:05 UTC