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Nov
25
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports 28,351 new cases, including 6,814 symptomatic cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports 28,351 new cases, including 6,814 symptomatic cases. The country now has 467,730 symptomatic cases. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca states that for the first time since July, the number of asymptomatic cases will be reported. Turkey also reports a record 168 new deaths, bringing the nationwide death toll to 12,840. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 25, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

2020 Burkinabé general election Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election.

2020 Burkinabé general election Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election. The voting process was overshadowed by a deteriorating security situation in the northern parts of the country primarily due to islamistic terrorism, resulting in at least one fifth of the country having been unable to participate in the election. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election.

Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election. The voting process was overshadowed by a deteriorating security situation in the northern parts of the country primarily due to islamistic terrorism, resulting in at least one fifth of the country having been unable to participate in the election. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Christchurch mosque shootings A royal commission of inquiry formally presents its report on the March 2019 mass shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, to the g

Christchurch mosque shootings A royal commission of inquiry formally presents its report on the March 2019 mass shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, to the government. The report has yet to be made public, a course of action that must be decided by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in India, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights u

COVID-19 pandemic in India, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31. However, the restrictions do not apply to International all-cargo flights, Vande Bharat Mission flights, some international flights for which India has travel bubble agreements with other countries, and other flights specifically approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31.

The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31. However, the restrictions do not apply to International all-cargo flights, Vande Bharat Mission flights, some international flights for which India has travel bubble agreements with other countries, and other flights specifically approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Australia–Iran relations Australian-British academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert is freed by Iran in an apparent prisoner exchange with Australia for three Iranians.

Australia–Iran relations Australian-British academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert is freed by Iran in an apparent prisoner exchange with Australia for three Iranians. Moore-Gilbert had been arrested for espionage. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison calls her release a "miracle". (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 people and private gatherings to 10 people between November 28 and December 21 as the country reports a record 4,009 new cases in the past 24 hours. (Croatia Week)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of M

Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 peop

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 people and private gatherings to 10 people between November 28 and December 21 as the country reports a record 4,009 new cases in the past 24 hours. (Croatia Week)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigr

The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Politics / Government

Tigray conflict Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Fron

Tigray conflict Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
27
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with mus

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, provided that they follow strict health protocols. Other government restrictions will remain in effect, including limits on gatherings during Christmas and bans on fireworks during New Year's Eve. (The Brussels Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Politics / Government

Iran's most senior nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, is assassinated by gunmen in Absard.

Iran's most senior nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, is assassinated by gunmen in Absard. The attackers blow up a car and then open fire on his vehicle, seriously wounding him; he later dies in a hospital. Three or four of the attackers are later killed during a gunfight with Fakhrizadeh's bodyguards. Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called the killing an act of state terror. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, prov

Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, provided that they follow strict health protocols. Other government restrictions will remain in effect, including limits on gatherings during Christmas and bans on fireworks during New Year's Eve. (The Brussels Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed rejects talks with the leadership of the Tigray People's Liberation Front but says he is willing to talk to representatives "operating

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed rejects talks with the leadership of the Tigray People's Liberation Front but says he is willing to talk to representatives "operating legally". The meeting with African Union (AU) representatives Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia, Joaquim Chissano of Mozambique and Kgalema Motlanthe of South Africa, comes after his announcement of a "final phase" of an offensive on the region's capital Mekelle. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Politics / Government

Tigray conflict Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed rejects talks with the leadership of the Tigray People's Liberation Front but says he is willing to talk to representa

Tigray conflict Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed rejects talks with the leadership of the Tigray People's Liberation Front but says he is willing to talk to representatives "operating legally". The meeting with African Union (AU) representatives Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia, Joaquim Chissano of Mozambique and Kgalema Motlanthe of South Africa, comes after his announcement of a "final phase" of an offensive on the region's capital Mekelle. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Aftermath of 2020 Malaysian political crisis Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin says that he would call for a general election once the COVID-19 pandemic is over d

Aftermath of 2020 Malaysian political crisis Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin says that he would call for a general election once the COVID-19 pandemic is over due to a "difficult and challenging situation" faced by his Perikatan Nasional government which has a slim majority in Parliament. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin says that he would call for a general election once the COVID-19 pandemic is over due to a "difficult and challenging situation"

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin says that he would call for a general election once the COVID-19 pandemic is over due to a "difficult and challenging situation" faced by his Perikatan Nasional government which has a slim majority in Parliament. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Federal forces say that they have seized the town of Wukro in Ethiopia's Tigray Region as they advance on the region's capital Mekelle.

Federal forces say that they have seized the town of Wukro in Ethiopia's Tigray Region as they advance on the region's capital Mekelle. Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) leader Debretsion Gebremichael confirms that government forces had started an operation to capture Mekelle, saying his forces are "ready to die in defence of our right to administer our region". (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Montenegro and Serbia expel their respective ambassadors following controversial comments by Serbian ambassador Vladimir Bozovic, who described the Kingdom of M

Montenegro and Serbia expel their respective ambassadors following controversial comments by Serbian ambassador Vladimir Bozovic, who described the Kingdom of Montenegro's decision to merge with the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in 1918 as a "liberation". He was accused of "interfering in Montenegro's internal affairs" and was given 72 hours to leave the country by the Montenegrin government. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Montenegro–Serbia relations Montenegro and Serbia expel their respective ambassadors following controversial comments by Serbian ambassador Vladimir Bozovic, wh

Montenegro–Serbia relations Montenegro and Serbia expel their respective ambassadors following controversial comments by Serbian ambassador Vladimir Bozovic, who described the Kingdom of Montenegro's decision to merge with the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in 1918 as a "liberation". He was accused of "interfering in Montenegro's internal affairs" and was given 72 hours to leave the country by the Montenegrin government. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says that the Ethiopian military is in "full control" of Mekelle after entering the regional capital with limited resistance and are n

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says that the Ethiopian military is in "full control" of Mekelle after entering the regional capital with limited resistance and are now searching for Tigrayan officials. Chief of General Staff Birhanu Jula Gelalcha says government forces have now "completely controlled Mekelle", and that 7,000 Northern Command members being held hostage by the TPLF have been freed. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
28
Politics / Government

Protests against Benjamin Netanyahu Protesters gather at the Beit Aghion residence in Jerusalem to call for the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin N

Protests against Benjamin Netanyahu Protesters gather at the Beit Aghion residence in Jerusalem to call for the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country and also while he is on trial for corruption. (Toronto Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire,

2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Avian influenza 2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in

Avian influenza 2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Canadian federal government extends international travel restrictions for

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Canadian federal government extends international travel restrictions for most travellers who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents or people entering from the United States for "essential" reasons until January 21, 2021. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The number of new confirmed cases in Hong Kong reaches a nearly four-month high of 115 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The number of new confirmed cases in Hong Kong reaches a nearly four-month high of 115 cases. The city now has 6,239 total confirmed cases since the pandemic began. (CNA) In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will suspend in-person classes from December 2 until after the Christmas holidays. (South China Morning Post) (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancin

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital Area to Level 1.5 for two weeks beginning December 1. In the Seoul Capital Area, health authorities announce that saunas and steam-bath rooms in bathhouses will be closed for one week. The government will also ban New Year's Eve parties organized by hotels and other accommodation facilities. (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will sus

In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will suspend in-person classes from December 2 until after the Christmas holidays. (South China Morning Post) (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital

South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital Area to Level 1.5 for two weeks beginning December 1. In the Seoul Capital Area, health authorities announce that saunas and steam-bath rooms in bathhouses will be closed for one week. The government will also ban New Year's Eve parties organized by hotels and other accommodation facilities. (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England.

The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy du

Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy during Christmas and New Year festivities. Restaurants will reopen at 50% capacity and the curfew will be moved from 5:00 p.m. local time to 11:00 p.m. local time. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to reli

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy during Christmas and New Year festivities. Restaurants will reopen at 50% capacity and the curfew will be moved from 5:00 p.m. local time to 11:00 p.m. local time. (Arab News) Lebanon surpasses 1,000 total deaths from COVID-19. (The Daily Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, al

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential shops to reopen beginning Thursday, but with social distancing limits for customers. The night-time curfew will also be lifted and limited sports activities can resume. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential sho

Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential shops to reopen beginning Thursday, but with social distancing limits for customers. The night-time curfew will also be lifted and limited sports activities can resume. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison demands an apology from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs after a spokesman tweeted a political cartoon of an Aus

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison demands an apology from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs after a spokesman tweeted a political cartoon of an Australian soldier killing an Afghan child in a post criticizing the Australian Defence Forces' recent war crimes in Afghanistan. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and ask most civil servants to work from home for two weeks beginning December 2. Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland will also be closed. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey surpasses 500,000 total cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey surpasses 500,000 total cases of COVID-19. (Anadolu Agency) In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending curfews to weeknights between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. local time and total weekend lockdowns from 9:00 p.m. on Friday to 5:00 a.m. local time on Monday. Grocery stores and food delivery services are exempt from the lockdowns within certain hours. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending

In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending curfews to weeknights between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. local time and total weekend lockdowns from 9:00 p.m. on Friday to 5:00 a.m. local time on Monday. Grocery stores and food delivery services are exempt from the lockdowns within certain hours. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and

The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and ask most civil servants to work from home for two weeks beginning December 2. Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland will also be closed. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Wales First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Wales First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned from serving alcohol and will have to close for dine-in customers at 6:00 p.m. GMT. Indoor entertainment and visitor attractions will also be closed beginning December 4. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Wales First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned from serving alcohol and will have to c

COVID-19 pandemic in Wales First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned from serving alcohol and will have to close for dine-in customers at 6:00 p.m. GMT. Indoor entertainment and visitor attractions will also be closed beginning December 4. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned from serving alcohol and will have to close for dine-in customers

First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that bars, pubs, restaurants and cafes will be banned from serving alcohol and will have to close for dine-in customers at 6:00 p.m. GMT. Indoor entertainment and visitor attractions will also be closed beginning December 4. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
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