International News for September 10, 2013

This newscast aired at 8:30 AM on BYU Radio,

Syria has accepted a Russian proposal to put the country's chemical weapons sites under international control, in hopes of avoiding a U.S. military strike. While skeptical, U.S. officials said they would work with Russia on the idea. France's foreign minister promised to bring the idea before the U.N. Security Council today. President Obama is to address Americans tonight at 9 pm Eastern Time.

The Senate Judiciary Committee will open landmark hearings in the nation's capital that could ultimately lead to the legalization of marijuana.

Apple is announcing a new iPhone today at 1 pm. Some expect a fingerprint sensor for extra, while others guess the company will show off two iPhone models: a high-end 5S and a lower-cost 5c.

Pakistan will release former second in command of the Afghan Taliban as soon as this month to help advance peace efforts in Afghanistan.

U.S stock index rose this morning putting the S&P 500 on track for a sixth day of gains.