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ALJAZAM News March 4, 2014

Super bug infections and the first Major Television ad debuts for medical marijuana. Some heated rhetoric today. As the crisis in ukraine grows. Vladimir mute tin defended his operation as a humanitarian mission. But president obama says he and much of the world disagree. There is a strong belief that russias action is violating International Law. I know president putin seems to have a different set of lawyers making a different set of interpretations, but i dont think thats fooling anybody. And it was all caught on tape. All of this and u. S. Offers economic assistance. Mike is in the white house for us, the secretary of state and the president today using very very forcible language against president putin and russia. Well, thats absolutely right, and nobody is buying the pretext that Vladimir Putin has put forward that he is there to protect ethnic speakers from persecution at the happens of ukrainians in the western part, and those in kiev as well. President obama, tony, for the second consecutive day he took time out from a previously scheduled event, this one is to talk about is education money he set aside, which was anonessed today as well, to talk about the crisis in ukraine, to talk about International Law to talk about that pretense on the part of Vladimir Putin, lets listen. What is happening there is not based on actual concern for russian nationals, or russian speakers inside of ukraine, but is based on russia speaking through force to exert influence on a neighboring country. Meanwhile, secretary of state john kerry was in kiev, he was there to show solidarity with the ukrainian people, he walked down one of the streets expressed support and honored those who had been killed by government snipers as recently as a week ago. John kerry warning, that the pretext of russians, was to, in fact, go into eastern, and southern ukraine. That was the plan, the implication that john kerry said they dont simply have their sites on krimia. And commended them for not accepting the provocations as we just saw. And not enganging with Russian Forces and military action. Here is more of what john kerry had to say. We condemn the act of aggression, and we have throughout this moment evidence of a great transformation taking place, and in that transformation, we will stand with the people of ukraine. Now, for his part, Vladimir Putin said that Russian Troops he denied. The troops were even in the krimea. Thats hard to believe. He spoke for the First Time Since the outset of this crisis. Who is arguing with that. Now negotiations continue with european allies and the United States over a series of sanctions no word on that. But president obama and john kerry both talking about a 1 billion aid package, administers that they say is forth coming to try to get ukraine back on its feet economically. And then, mike, as though he didnt have enough to consider here, russia conduct admissionle test earlier today. You know, it was almost ironic, and it seemed intentional, the timing, that appearance earlier today at the elementary school, president obama said there was some evidence some reports that Vladimir Putin was pausing and reflecting, and looking at his actions and perhaps having second thoughts almost as if on cue the wires flashed and i. C. B. M. Test. Saying that this was a previously scheduled test, they happen all the time, and they had notified the United States, obviously trying to diffuse this. Even as it appears no signs of abating. Earlier i spoke with ukraines ambassador do the united nations, and i asked him why he thinks the Russian Troops are on the move. In the groupings there, to bring more support. And then to help to create the government as it happened. This is very dangerous. Now aside from facing russia, ukraine is also trying to sure up its government and its finances after the old government fled the country. And the United States is offering more than money to help, Jonathan Best is here with more on that for us, jonathan . As you know, ukraine is in a delegated position, it is facing bankruptcy and needs help. Aside from that billion dollars america is also sending in experts to help you get ukraines National Bank in order. Other experts will help them find money, stolen from years of corruption, and even more workers are being sent to get the country ready for the upcoming elections. Ukraine needs more than anything else, is frankly, money. So it is turning to the fund for 15 billion. Wages frozen, services stopped, also ukraines been relying on cheap natural gas from russia. Which means peoples utility bills can go up. There may not be a choice because russia is no longer an option. Ukraine must make changes if the west is going to open up the checkbook. Jonathan, thank you. As russia and the west figure out a way to end the crisis. They are still warning that dozens of people that died in the protests leading up to the ouster of the former president. Phil ittner visited the memorial independent square, and talked about the situation with the ukrainian journalist what did think want to hear from john kerry . The ukrainians want to hear, they want to see what is done there was a lot of talks about support and deep concern. But still people died had a feeling about words and concerned. Very pragmatic, i think now the people they dont really believe in the pragmatism of putin. They dont understand, and nobody gets all over the world understands what is true to what is instrument to influence on him, but maybe they would see like a clear pressure. A sanction or some financial pressure. Not just the United States, but still everybody already understands. Also a big part, so the u. S. Is maybe threatening but without pressure of the european union. No was something they expect. And aside from kerrys visit, we also heard very strong words what is is reaction been from the ukrainians certainly in the west to what vladimir had to say . Releasing it very carefully, but actually, part of it it is really a lot like really for ukrainians talking about ukraine, and people know what is happening on the ground. So they were laughing because it is like a sad laughing like not being very happy about that. I would say it was ridiculous. I mean it was ridiculous, but painfully ridiculous. He is understanding and that is helping underground, and maybe he is ready to do things we shall not logical. It is still very apparent here, they know that this is now very much out of their hands in some regards that their fates may be decided in moscow or in washington. But they are still coming here, because they want them to know that whatever decision is made. They are going to have to live with, and they are determined that their voices will be heard. Phil ittner, al jazeera, kiev. The residents of one village are showing support for the troops surrounding the base, where ukrainian servicemen have refused to surrender. Shots fired into the air. The ukrainians carry a flag from the second world war, as if to remind the russians there was a time when we fought together. It became clear that neither side was willing to fight. When selfdefense units arrived the ukrainians fell in and march off. Their point made. The overnight deadlines passed with no sign of the military storm that had been threatened. Moscow denied there was ever a deadline. In the port city, this soldier said none of his team would vow allegiance to new government. Defiance even though the base is surrounded by troops. Is just 4 1 2 kilometers away across the stretch of water. Another stand off of sorts, flanked by russian watching their every movement. They were quiet, some voluntary security staff guard the parliament, but theres no sign of the men who have been here the day before. One country appears to hold the key to any solution, germany. Yeah, as you know, germany is an economic power house. And officials are now convinced that german chancellor is best positioned to convince the president to back down. It was german chancellor who offered inside the sweep to president obama on the thinking of russian shas president reportedly saying that Vladimir Putin was living in another world. He has said very little publicly, and appears to be by design, because behind the scenes sources say merkel is at the center of quiet diplomacy. Russia and germany have strong ties, germany is the biggest importer of russian gas and oil, some of it comes through ukrainian pipelines and russian supplies account for 36 of all german gas consumption. Putin speaks fluent german after having been stationed as an officer the kgb, and analysts say the two seem to respect each errs toughness, as the crisis has unfolded tyutin have spoken several times most recently a negotiated solution would both protect and help germanys economy as much as any other in europe. Several former countries including poland, slovakia, and romania now serve as consumer markets for german manufacturers. So the economic interest with putin could undercut the Obama Administration effort to punish him, because while the president and secretary of state have been pushing germany for now opposing them. Officials, however, are down playing their disagreement with germany, on how to handle russia at any given moment. Given the view that germany is crucial to any diplomatic solution. David, thank you. Israels Prime Minister, wrapped up visit to washington today. The Prime Minister talked about his concerns that iran is on the path to developing a nuclear weapon. And slow down its development process, but the Prime Minister says a lot more is needed. And he wants iran to be open about its intentions. He says the country should never even have the capacity to make a nuclear weapon. And the Prime Minister said israel isnt the only one who should be worried. So they are not intended for us. Remember that beer commercial, this bud is for you . When you see iran building ibcm, just remember, america, thats gods for you. But it believes the diplomatic process needs to take its course. Prime minister also talks about Something Else of great concern to the white house. The potential for peace talks. Now Prime Minister said the basic fundamentals he needs so see the palestinian recognition. Ladies and gentlemen, peace, is israels highest im prepared to make a historic peace with our neighbors. Among the things that secretary kerry is trying to work on, agreement over borders and the status of the city, also recognition of a palestinian state. Now, the president of palestine will be visiting with the white house, visiting president obama, here in washington in just two weeks time. So expect more focus to continue on these talks. President obama announced his buzz jet today, and republicans are already attacking the pitch. The president is nearly 4 trillion plan would boost spending on roads. Our budget is about choices as a country we have to make a decision, if we are going to protect tax breaks or if we are going to make Smart Investments to create jobs and grow our economy. Coming up, one day after a global drop stocks are up. Big time. Communities who have been waiting for help. Ukraine are easing is that really what happened here . The dow soaring 227 points. It is the best one day gain for the blue chips this year, and the s p 500 finishes at a record high as well. Joining me now, is a managing partner at chatwood fund, you are in dallas, arent you . Right there in dallas. Good to see you. Why did the stocks take off today everyone keeps telling me it is because of lower tensions in the ukraine, do you buy it . How do you measure it, you form a that is sis. Remember, this has been going on for weeks i think the reality is when we look at the situation, here is what we realize, a, most of america is not going to be materially impacted by this conflict. As horrible as it is, yeah, we wont see the harm here. Now, will there be disruptions, the major disruptions we see will be most likely in europe, for russia decides or the u. S. Decides to sanction natural gas, or if russia decides to interrupt the flow of natural gas that can create a rift in already fragile block. Because ukraine is a big agriculture country as well. It is. Very very large exporter of corn, wheat, and keep in mind that both ukraine and russia, most of their countries export to are in the middle east. They dont spend a lot back here, so remember sanctions wont effect their exports the problem is as this fighting is going on, we can see problems with crops and that can again hurt. What you are seeing right now if you are an investor looking to jump on the bandwagon, i think you need to be careful, the recent rallies in corn and wheat can be short lived. So it seems even a Global Crisis like ukraine watt the moment it isnt able to slow down that bold run, is there Something Else you may be looking at . Again, what we do as investment advise discoers is just fry to find a trend, and the trend is bullish, it remains intact, if europe continues to falter, if china falters further, in other words if they dont continue to grow, and if they do not deliver, then yes, that derails things believe it or not this mess is steering assets back into the United States. Why, because we right now are the safest bet out there. He is joining us as he always does, good to see you, thank you. A nearly 700 million drought relief package. It will help unemployed farmers but we wanted to take a closer look at how that money will help. Melissa chen is live for us in San Francisco. To tell us, how much drought relief 687 million r thats actually gets you, melissa . We visited the city of heels burg california and learned it was a lot more complicated. The state has ambition goals. It would fund clean Drinking Water and conservation projects. It would support unemployed farmers and as state lawmakers pass the plan, parts of the state as the on cue saw much needed rain. Currently facing a water shortage. But despeed what happened in sacramento, defends may not trickle down to quick results on the ground. We need agencies down the line, like our Regional Water control board. And we are just not seeing it at this point. Is Russian River would be flowing over my head, instead it is dry, and thats a problem for the city. The river is its primary source of water we still need to make sure the water flows are significant enough to have the city be able to recharge our well system. And at the farmers draw for frost protection. They tell us it wont be enough to bring the rivers levels back up narks why they hope to grab a small part of some of thosele manies to complete a pipe project. The pipes would move recycled water out to farmers in the area, and can be installed in h six to eight weeks if they receive immediate funding. The worry here, the application may take too long and come too late. The reality is that it may take too long for people who really need the water. We know in our area, that there are farmers that have already written off this years crop. Hills burg certainly welcomes state help, but in this instance, they see what is offered as a medium Term Solution for short term problems. And with the legislation vague about how much red tape those seeking help will need, for those facing eminent need, it isnt quite the relief they had hoped for. Its not a question of just passing the legislation, but how it is going to be enforced. Terrific, all right, melissa, thank you. Five warning about antibiotics doctors and hospitals may be using them too often, creating super bug infections. Detailed next. And the new numbers showing one in five soldiers had a Mental Illness before enlisting. With ewill break dune the study. Some time today to talk to medical professionals about this, how are they reacting . Tony, i spoke with a Health Official here, which is located just outside of detroit, and he applauds the cdcs report says that this is an issue that has really grown into a very big problem, the study says what a lot of Healthcare Providers have known for a very long time, and thats that a lot of people are become overprescribed antibiotics. And when that happens theres a potential for those drugs to stop working. It was reported last year that over 2 Million People got sick from antibiotic related or resistence related infections and thousands died. As i mentioned i did speak with a doctor here, who specialized in infectious disease, and he stressed the importance of the study, as well as talked about how it can save lives. Limiting use to appropriate situations that it is the appropriate type, that your choices are based on knowing what resistences are in your area, and having people overseeing it that really understand antibiotics and how they work, how bacteria works how infections work will make a huge difference. And the cdc is recommending that hospitals follow a new protocol and that involved leadership, education, as well as basic trains on these issues. Now bo month hospital they have had a Similar Program in place for the past nine years and they say it is working for them. President obama is proposed to budget some money to fight the threat posed by these super bugs. That can you tell us about that. Yeah, he made this announcement shortly after the study was released this afternoon. And what he wants to do is boost funding to basically bring more attention to what is happening here. It calls for investing 30 million over the next five years to prevent and detect these infections. All right, in detroit, thank you. I spoke earlier with dr. Williams shavener, from vanderbilt university, and asked him to explain the conclusions of the cdc report. Well, its been well known, tony, for a long time, that ant bottics are o

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