Top of the Hour: Yemen Faces Political Transition, Morning Headlines

The Takeaway

As Yemen’s President Ali Saleh remains in critical condition, our partner the BBC reports that Saleh’s main rival is attempting to visit his hospital room to discuss a peaceful transition of power.  

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