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22
Politics / Government

War in Afghanistan Afghan peace process, August 2020 Afghanistan attacks At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhs

War in Afghanistan Afghan peace process, August 2020 Afghanistan attacks At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhshan, and Kabul. The Taliban claims responsibility for the first two attacks but denies involvement in Kabul's. The group reiterated that it will not enter peace talks with the government until all prisoners are released. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
War / Conflict / Security

2020 Democratic Republic of the Congo massacres Suspected Islamist militants kill 13 people during raids on two villages in eastern Democratic Republic of the C

2020 Democratic Republic of the Congo massacres Suspected Islamist militants kill 13 people during raids on two villages in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the army and a village chief report. It is the latest of such attacks that the United Nations says may be war crimes. The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) have killed more than 1,000 people since 2019, according to UN figures. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

2020 Ivorian presidential election Incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is formally chosen by his party, the Rally of the Republicans, to run for a third term

2020 Ivorian presidential election Incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is formally chosen by his party, the Rally of the Republicans, to run for a third term in the October election. However, opposition and civil society groups claim the move is unconstitutional, as the Constitution limits a president to only two terms. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

Afghan peace process, August 2020 Afghanistan attacks At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhshan, and Kabul.

Afghan peace process, August 2020 Afghanistan attacks At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhshan, and Kabul. The Taliban claims responsibility for the first two attacks but denies involvement in Kabul's. The group reiterated that it will not enter peace talks with the government until all prisoners are released. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhshan, and Kabul.

At least 14 security forces are killed across Afghanistan in attacks in Takhar, Badakhshan, and Kabul. The Taliban claims responsibility for the first two attacks but denies involvement in Kabul's. The group reiterated that it will not enter peace talks with the government until all prisoners are released. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

Incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is formally chosen by his party, the Rally of the Republicans, to run for a third term in the October election.

Incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is formally chosen by his party, the Rally of the Republicans, to run for a third term in the October election. However, opposition and civil society groups claim the move is unconstitutional, as the Constitution limits a president to only two terms. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
War / Conflict / Security

Suspected Islamist militants kill 13 people during raids on two villages in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the army and a village chief report.

Suspected Islamist militants kill 13 people during raids on two villages in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the army and a village chief report. It is the latest of such attacks that the United Nations says may be war crimes. The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) have killed more than 1,000 people since 2019, according to UN figures. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, 2020 United States Postal Service crisis In a 257–150 vote, the House of Representatives approves a bill that would reve

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, 2020 United States Postal Service crisis In a 257–150 vote, the House of Representatives approves a bill that would reverse changes to the operations of the Postal Service implemented by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, amid a series of backlogs and delays in the delivery of mail following his appointment in June. The bill also aims to provide the agency financial support worth $25 billion in preparation for an expected surge in postal voting in the upcoming election due to the pandemic. (AP via Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Politics / Government

In a 257–150 vote, the House of Representatives approves a bill that would reverse changes to the operations of the Postal Service implemented by Postmaster Gen

In a 257–150 vote, the House of Representatives approves a bill that would reverse changes to the operations of the Postal Service implemented by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, amid a series of backlogs and delays in the delivery of mail following his appointment in June. The bill also aims to provide the agency financial support worth $25 billion in preparation for an expected surge in postal voting in the upcoming election due to the pandemic. (AP via Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Immigration / Law / Policy

Sudanese prime minister Abdalla Hamdok says that Sudan is ready to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) to facilitate the international body ac

Sudanese prime minister Abdalla Hamdok says that Sudan is ready to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) to facilitate the international body access to alleged war criminals over the Darfur War, including former ruler Omar al-Bashir. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

2020 Atlantic hurricane season Two simultaneous tropical storms, Laura and Marco, threaten Gulf Coast residents in the coming days.

2020 Atlantic hurricane season Two simultaneous tropical storms, Laura and Marco, threaten Gulf Coast residents in the coming days. Laura is currently over Puerto Rico, while Marco is making its way through the Yucatan Channel. This would mark the first time in over 60 years in which two tropical storms were active simultaneously in the Gulf of Mexico. (CNN) (CNN2)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

At least 13 people are killed after police raid a nightclub in Lima for breaching restrictions that were imposed in response to the pandemic.

At least 13 people are killed after police raid a nightclub in Lima for breaching restrictions that were imposed in response to the pandemic. Police report that a stampede occurred as patrons tried to escape, resulting in casualties, while others were killed due to asphyxiation. (Reuters via Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
War / Conflict / Security

Colombian conflict Three massacres kill 28 people, in Arauca, Cauca, and Nariño.

Colombian conflict Three massacres kill 28 people, in Arauca, Cauca, and Nariño. These complete a week with five massacres, adding up to more than 33 this year. Gangs are believed to be responsible for nearly 80 percent of massacres in Colombia this year, the vast majority of them occurring in departments with illegal coca-producing enclaves. (Colombia Reports) (Buenos Aires Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Robert Koch Institute reports more than 2,000 new cases in Germany in the last 24 hours, which is the h

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Robert Koch Institute reports more than 2,000 new cases in Germany in the last 24 hours, which is the highest number of reported cases since late April. (Euronews) COVID-19 pandemic in Italy The number of daily new cases in Italy surpasses 1,000 for the first time since May. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record jump in infections, recording 69,878 new cases and nearing three million.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record jump in infections, recording 69,878 new cases and nearing three million. It also reported 945 new deaths, bringing the tally to 55,794. 62,282 patients recovered from the disease, which is also the highest in a single day. (DW) India reaches milestone of 10 lakh (1 million) tests per day. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Peru At least 13 people are killed after police raid a nightclub in Lima for breaching restrictions that were imposed in response to the pa

COVID-19 pandemic in Peru At least 13 people are killed after police raid a nightclub in Lima for breaching restrictions that were imposed in response to the pandemic. Police report that a stampede occurred as patrons tried to escape, resulting in casualties, while others were killed due to asphyxiation. (Reuters via Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea announces a ban of large gatherings, shutting down high-risk facilities, banning in-person churches, and removing f

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea announces a ban of large gatherings, shutting down high-risk facilities, banning in-person churches, and removing fans from professional sports nationwide tomorrow, as the country reports a new five-month high of 332 new cases in the last 24 hours, citing "a very dangerous situation that could trigger a massive nationwide spread of COVID-19". (AFP via detikNews) (The Telegraph)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Major Trends

South Korea announces a ban of large gatherings, shutting down high-risk facilities, banning in-person churches, and removing fans from professional sports nati

South Korea announces a ban of large gatherings, shutting down high-risk facilities, banning in-person churches, and removing fans from professional sports nationwide tomorrow, as the country reports a new five-month high of 332 new cases in the last 24 hours, citing "a very dangerous situation that could trigger a massive nationwide spread of COVID-19". (AFP via detikNews) (The Telegraph)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Major Trends

Three massacres kill 28 people, in Arauca, Cauca, and Nariño.

Three massacres kill 28 people, in Arauca, Cauca, and Nariño. These complete a week with five massacres, adding up to more than 33 this year. Gangs are believed to be responsible for nearly 80 percent of massacres in Colombia this year, the vast majority of them occurring in departments with illegal coca-producing enclaves. (Colombia Reports) (Buenos Aires Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
22
Health / Disasters

Two simultaneous tropical storms, Laura and Marco, threaten Gulf Coast residents in the coming days.

Two simultaneous tropical storms, Laura and Marco, threaten Gulf Coast residents in the coming days. Laura is currently over Puerto Rico, while Marco is making its way through the Yucatan Channel. This would mark the first time in over 60 years in which two tropical storms were active simultaneously in the Gulf of Mexico. (CNN) (CNN2)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 22, 2020
Aug
23
Politics / Government

Second Libyan Civil War A spokesman for Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army (LNA) rejects a ceasefire proposed by the Government of National Accord (GNA) and

Second Libyan Civil War A spokesman for Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army (LNA) rejects a ceasefire proposed by the Government of National Accord (GNA) and says it is a "marketing stunt". He says GNA forces are mobilising in different fronts in the country and the LNA will defend from any attack on its positions around Sirte and Jufra. Yesterday, the High Council of State, which advises the GNA, rejected dialogue with Haftar. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Politics / Government

A spokesman for Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army (LNA) rejects a ceasefire proposed by the Government of National Accord (GNA) and says it is a "marketing

A spokesman for Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army (LNA) rejects a ceasefire proposed by the Government of National Accord (GNA) and says it is a "marketing stunt". He says GNA forces are mobilising in different fronts in the country and the LNA will defend from any attack on its positions around Sirte and Jufra. Yesterday, the High Council of State, which advises the GNA, rejected dialogue with Haftar. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a post-lockdown record of 4,897 new cases in the last 24 hours, as the French health mini

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a post-lockdown record of 4,897 new cases in the last 24 hours, as the French health minister Olivier Véran warns that the situation is risky and that infections are essentially happening amongst people ages 20 to 40 at parties. (France 24) COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Former prime minister Yulia Tymoshenko is reportedly in serious condition, according to one of her party's spokespeople, after testing positive for COVID-19. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a post-lockdown record of 4,897 new cases in the last 24 hours, as the French health minister Olivier Véran warns tha

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a post-lockdown record of 4,897 new cases in the last 24 hours, as the French health minister Olivier Véran warns that the situation is risky and that infections are essentially happening amongst people ages 20 to 40 at parties. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
War / Conflict / Security

Hurricane warnings are issued for the state of Louisiana and parts of Mississippi as it is expected that Tropical Storm Marco will become a hurricane later toda

Hurricane warnings are issued for the state of Louisiana and parts of Mississippi as it is expected that Tropical Storm Marco will become a hurricane later today. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Laura is also advancing toward the United States after leaving torrential rain in parts of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards requests a federal emergency declaration; Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves declares a state of emergency. (The Guardian) (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Sports

2019–20 UEFA Champions League, 2020 UEFA Champions League Final In association football, FC Bayern Munich defeat French opponents Paris Saint-Germain F.C.

2019–20 UEFA Champions League, 2020 UEFA Champions League Final In association football, FC Bayern Munich defeat French opponents Paris Saint-Germain F.C. 1–0 at the Estádio da Luz, Lisbon, to win their sixth Champions League title and second continental treble. Bayern Munich become the first team to win any European competition with a 100% winning record. (BBC Sport)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India India's number of confirmed cases tops 3 million, making it the third country to surpass that number after

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in India India's number of confirmed cases tops 3 million, making it the third country to surpass that number after the United States and Brazil as the country leads the world in daily new cases. (Al Jazeera) COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports 397 new cases, which is the highest number of reported cases since early March as the virus is reported in all cities and provinces across the country. From that number 387 were locally transmitted. (Reuters) (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports 397 new cases, which is the highest number of reported cases since early March as the virus is reported in

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports 397 new cases, which is the highest number of reported cases since early March as the virus is reported in all cities and provinces across the country. From that number 387 were locally transmitted. (Reuters) (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports More than 2,000 athletes representing 46 nations participate in the 32nd annual Bosphorus

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports More than 2,000 athletes representing 46 nations participate in the 32nd annual Bosphorus Cross Continental Swim to empty audiences. It was scheduled for last month but was pushed back due to the ongoing pandemic. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
War / Conflict / Security

Footage shows Alexander Lukashenko departing a military helicopter outside the Independence Palace in Minsk, brandishing an assault rifle and wearing a bullet-p

Footage shows Alexander Lukashenko departing a military helicopter outside the Independence Palace in Minsk, brandishing an assault rifle and wearing a bullet-proof vest. He then greeted a cordon of security forces guarding the palace. He was accompanied by his son Nikolai Lukashenko. In another video, Lukashenko can be heard saying "They’ve run away like rats", while observing a protest in his helicopter. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
23
Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Taoiseach Micheál Martin recalls the Dáil Éireann following reports tha

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland Taoiseach Micheál Martin recalls the Dáil Éireann following reports that several members and other officials have breached COVID-19 regulations. (AFP via The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 23, 2020
Aug
24
Politics / Government

2020 United States presidential election The 2020 Republican National Convention begins, running until Thursday.

2020 United States presidential election The 2020 Republican National Convention begins, running until Thursday. Incumbents President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence are expected to be officially nominated to run for re-election, facing off against former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris in November. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 24, 2020
Aug
24
Politics / Government

An armed assault erupts on Sunday and continues into today in Bugarama, Rumonge, Burundi between militants and security forces, leaving at least 15 people dead.

An armed assault erupts on Sunday and continues into today in Bugarama, Rumonge, Burundi between militants and security forces, leaving at least 15 people dead. A group named Red Tabara, based in Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, claims responsibility and says that the election of past May won by Évariste Ndayishimiye were a "farce" and calls for new elections. The Burundian army did not comment on the attack. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 24, 2020
Aug
24
War / Conflict / Security

COVID-19 pandemic in France, COVID-19 pandemic in Germany German Federal Foreign Office issue a travel warning for Île-de-France region, which includes Paris, a

COVID-19 pandemic in France, COVID-19 pandemic in Germany German Federal Foreign Office issue a travel warning for Île-de-France region, which includes Paris, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, which includes Marseille and Nice, as well as French Guiana and other overseas French territories against "unnecessary tourism" due to rising COVID-19 infections in these regions. (RFI)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 24, 2020
Aug
24
War / Conflict / Security

German Federal Foreign Office issue a travel warning for Île-de-France region, which includes Paris, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, which includes Marseille an

German Federal Foreign Office issue a travel warning for Île-de-France region, which includes Paris, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, which includes Marseille and Nice, as well as French Guiana and other overseas French territories against "unnecessary tourism" due to rising COVID-19 infections in these regions. (RFI)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 24, 2020
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