World News Hits on Tuesday

SEE is presenting the most dominating headlines of the world news. The most important headlines on Tuesday came as follows:

Clashes Erupt in Indian Capital over Citizenship Law; Modi Rejects Criticism

Clashes erupted in New Delhi on Tuesday between thousands of protesters and police, the latest violence in a week of opposition to a new law that makes it easier for non-Muslims from neighboring countries to gain citizenship. (Reuters)

Democrats Try to Make Republicans Pay the Price in Trump Trial

It may be a no-brainer for Senate Republicans to keep President Donald Trump in office -- but it's becoming clear that Democrats mean to make them pay a heavy price for saving the President in his impeachment trial early next year. (CNN)

French Strikes Latest: Protests and Industrial Action Cripple Transport, Schools

Nationwide strikes and protests were disrupting schools and travel in cities across France on Tuesday, with mass demonstrations organised by unions in their ongoing battle with the government over pension reform. (Euro News)

Pakistani Special Court Sentences Former President Pervez Musharraf to Death in High Treason Case

Pakistan's former president Pervez Musharraf has been sentenced to death in a high treason case. The retired general was tried in absentia after leaving the country several years ago to undergo medical treatment. (Russia Today)

Boris Johnson to Use Parliamentary Majority to Cement Brexit Transition Period into Law

According to the current language of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement Bill, London can ask for a two-year extension of the Brexit transition period set to begin on 31 January 2020. If Johnson succeeds, the extension will no longer be an option. (Sputnik)

Mormon Church Misled Members on $100 Billion Fund, Whistleblower Alleges

An ex-investment manager accused the church of stockpiling surplus donations from members into the tax-exempt fund instead of using them for charitable works, according to a copy of his complaint to the IRS. (The Washington Post)