World 2022 Timeline

Mar

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War / Conflict / Security

March 2022 Somalia attacks Two Kenyan guards and a Somali policeman are killed during a shooting attack by al-Shabaab gunmen at Mogadishu International Airport.

March 2022 Somalia attacks Two Kenyan guards and a Somali policeman are killed during a shooting attack by al-Shabaab gunmen at Mogadishu International Airport. Two of the attackers are also killed. Several more people are wounded. All domestic and international flights at the airport are suspended. (Reuters) Two suicide bombers blow themselves up targeting a vehicle carrying politician Amina Mohamed Abdi in Beledweyne, killing her and 47 more people. At least 105 more are injured. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Poland expels 45 staff of the Russian embassy in Warsaw for "spying activities".

Poland expels 45 staff of the Russian embassy in Warsaw for "spying activities". (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Poland–Russia relations Poland expels 45 staff of the Russian embassy in Warsaw for "spying activities".

Poland–Russia relations Poland expels 45 staff of the Russian embassy in Warsaw for "spying activities". (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Politics / Government

Russian President Vladimir Putin demands that countries that he deems "unfriendly" pay for deliveries of natural gas in rubles.

Russian President Vladimir Putin demands that countries that he deems "unfriendly" pay for deliveries of natural gas in rubles. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastru

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv. (Euronews) Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District. (BBC News) Capture of Chernobyl A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Two Kenyan guards and a Somali policeman are killed during a shooting attack by al-Shabaab gunmen at Mogadishu International Airport.

Two Kenyan guards and a Somali policeman are killed during a shooting attack by al-Shabaab gunmen at Mogadishu International Airport. Two of the attackers are also killed. Several more people are wounded. All domestic and international flights at the airport are suspended. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Yemeni Civil War A car bombing kills four people in Aden, Yemen, including a Brigadier General.

Yemeni Civil War A car bombing kills four people in Aden, Yemen, including a Brigadier General. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv.

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv. (Euronews) Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District. (BBC News) Capture of Chernobyl A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

A car bombing kills four people in Aden, Yemen, including a Brigadier General.

A car bombing kills four people in Aden, Yemen, including a Brigadier General. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers.

A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Anatoly Chubais, the special envoy of the Kremlin for ties with international organisations, resigns from his post and leaves Russia.

Anatoly Chubais, the special envoy of the Kremlin for ties with international organisations, resigns from his post and leaves Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv.

Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv. (Euronews) Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Belarus expels most Ukrainian diplomats, accusing Kyiv of interfering in Belarus's domestic affairs.

Belarus expels most Ukrainian diplomats, accusing Kyiv of interfering in Belarus's domestic affairs. Only five diplomats will remain at the embassy in Minsk. Belarus additionally orders the closure of the Ukrainian consulate in Brest. (AFP via The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

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Belarus–Ukraine relations Belarus expels most Ukrainian diplomats, accusing Kyiv of interfering in Belarus's domestic affairs.

Belarus–Ukraine relations Belarus expels most Ukrainian diplomats, accusing Kyiv of interfering in Belarus's domestic affairs. Only five diplomats will remain at the embassy in Minsk. Belarus additionally orders the closure of the Ukrainian consulate in Brest. (AFP via The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Boycott of Russia and Belarus Sanofi suspends the delivery of non-essential drugs to Russia and Belarus.

Boycott of Russia and Belarus Sanofi suspends the delivery of non-essential drugs to Russia and Belarus. However, essential and life-changing medicines and vaccines will still be delivered. (Reuters) Nestlé announces that it will suspend sales of non-essential items in Russia, following similar company boycotts to Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Capture of Chernobyl A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers.

Capture of Chernobyl A laboratory near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is looted and destroyed by Russian soldiers. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to p

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to prepare for the possibility of a sixth wave of COVID-19 cases in the province. (Global News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to prepare for the possibility o

COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to prepare for the possibility of a sixth wave of COVID-19 cases in the province. (Global News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa South Africa lifts its remaining COVID-19 restrictions including mandatory PCR tests for vaccinated travellers as the number o

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa South Africa lifts its remaining COVID-19 restrictions including mandatory PCR tests for vaccinated travellers as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to decline. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv.

Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

House Sergeant at Arms William J.

House Sergeant at Arms William J. Walker and Capitol physician Brian P. Monahan announce that a phased reopening of the United States Capitol will begin next week after the Capitol was closed for 2 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (The Hill)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Politics / Government

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says that Iran and other world powers are closer to finalizing an agreement to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says that Iran and other world powers are closer to finalizing an agreement to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

War / Conflict / Security

Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv.

Kyiv offensive Battle of Kyiv Four people are injured by a series of Russian Air Force strikes on infrastructure in Kyiv. (Euronews) Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Nestlé announces that it will suspend sales of non-essential items in Russia, following similar company boycotts to Russia.

Nestlé announces that it will suspend sales of non-essential items in Russia, following similar company boycotts to Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Politics / Government

Nuclear program of Iran Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says that Iran and other world powers are closer to finalizing an agreement to revive

Nuclear program of Iran Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says that Iran and other world powers are closer to finalizing an agreement to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Health / Disasters

Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to prepare for the possibility of a sixth wave of COVID-19 c

Quebec health officials approve a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk groups in order to prepare for the possibility of a sixth wave of COVID-19 cases in the province. (Global News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District.

Russian journalist Oksana Baulina is killed in shelling in Kyiv's Podilskyi District. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Sanofi suspends the delivery of non-essential drugs to Russia and Belarus.

Sanofi suspends the delivery of non-essential drugs to Russia and Belarus. However, essential and life-changing medicines and vaccines will still be delivered. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

South Africa lifts its remaining COVID-19 restrictions including mandatory PCR tests for vaccinated travellers as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to decl

South Africa lifts its remaining COVID-19 restrictions including mandatory PCR tests for vaccinated travellers as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to decline. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

South Korea surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19.

South Korea surpasses 10 million cases of COVID-19. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

The Moscow Stock Exchange will reopen in a limited capacity on March 24, ending the almost month-long shutdown of the stock exchange's activities.

The Moscow Stock Exchange will reopen in a limited capacity on March 24, ending the almost month-long shutdown of the stock exchange's activities. (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

23

Major Trends

Two suicide bombers blow themselves up targeting a vehicle carrying politician Amina Mohamed Abdi in Beledweyne, killing her and 47 more people.

Two suicide bombers blow themselves up targeting a vehicle carrying politician Amina Mohamed Abdi in Beledweyne, killing her and 47 more people. At least 105 more are injured. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 23, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which

Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 57 people. HRW describes the bombing as a war crime. (Africanews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

Ethiopian civil conflict Tigray War War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an

Ethiopian civil conflict Tigray War War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 57 people. HRW describes the bombing as a war crime. (Africanews) The Government of Ethiopia makes an "indefinite humanitarian truce" with the TPLF in order to allow aid and humanitarian supplies into the Tigray Region. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Politics / Government

Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 5

Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 57 people. HRW describes the bombing as a war crime. (Africanews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

Russia–Ukraine relations Ukrainian Presidential Administration head Andriy Yermak says that progress has been made in ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine,

Russia–Ukraine relations Ukrainian Presidential Administration head Andriy Yermak says that progress has been made in ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine, and expresses a "cautious optimism" that a ceasefire could be reached to end the war. (Axios)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

The Sudan People's Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) is accused by the South Sudanese military of attacking government positions in Longechuk County.

The Sudan People's Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) is accused by the South Sudanese military of attacking government positions in Longechuk County. The SPLM-IO says that the military attacked first, causing it to clash with authorities. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Politics / Government

Tigray War War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school bei

Tigray War War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 57 people. HRW describes the bombing as a war crime. (Africanews) The Government of Ethiopia makes an "indefinite humanitarian truce" with the TPLF in order to allow aid and humanitarian supplies into the Tigray Region. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Politics / Government

Ukrainian Presidential Administration head Andriy Yermak says that progress has been made in ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine, and expresses a "cautious

Ukrainian Presidential Administration head Andriy Yermak says that progress has been made in ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine, and expresses a "cautious optimism" that a ceasefire could be reached to end the war. (Axios)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Politics / Government

War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as

War crimes in the Tigray War Dedebit airstrike Human Rights Watch (HRW) calls on the Ethiopian government to investigate an airstrike on a school being used as an IDP camp in Dedebit, which killed at least 57 people. HRW describes the bombing as a war crime. (Africanews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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War / Conflict / Security

2021–2022 North Korean missile tests North Korea–South Korea relations The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response

2021–2022 North Korean missile tests North Korea–South Korea relations The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response to North Korea launching a missile. (The Independent) North Korea is suspected of testing an ICBM for the first time since November 2017, when they tested the Hwasong-15. The missile, which is said to be capable of reaching Guam, was launched towards the Sea of Japan. (NPR) White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki condemns the North Korean missile launch. (Korea Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

War / Conflict / Security

A United Nations World Food Programme truck convoy is attacked in Jonglei State.

A United Nations World Food Programme truck convoy is attacked in Jonglei State. Three people die and one is injured. (Reliefweb)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

According to the government of Artsakh, Azerbaijani soldiers crossed the Line of Contact and took control of the village of Farukh, with women and children bein

According to the government of Artsakh, Azerbaijani soldiers crossed the Line of Contact and took control of the village of Farukh, with women and children being evacuated from the nearby village of Khramort. Russian peacekeepers are reported to be negotiating with Azerbaijan. (The Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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War / Conflict / Security

Foreign aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War The United Kingdom says it is doubling the number of missiles it is sending to Ukraine, with 6,000 more mi

Foreign aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War The United Kingdom says it is doubling the number of missiles it is sending to Ukraine, with 6,000 more missiles, including anti-tank guided missiles and surface-to-air missiles, and is also sending £30 million to help Ukraine pay the wages of its soldiers and air force pilots. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

Foreign relations of Mali The UEMOA court orders sanctions against Mali to be suspended.

Foreign relations of Mali The UEMOA court orders sanctions against Mali to be suspended. The sanctions were imposed on the junta in January after elections were delayed. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

War / Conflict / Security

North Korea is suspected of testing an ICBM for the first time since November 2017, when they tested the Hwasong-15.

North Korea is suspected of testing an ICBM for the first time since November 2017, when they tested the Hwasong-15. The missile, which is said to be capable of reaching Guam, was launched towards the Sea of Japan. (NPR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

The Government of Ethiopia makes an "indefinite humanitarian truce" with the TPLF in order to allow aid and humanitarian supplies into the Tigray Region.

The Government of Ethiopia makes an "indefinite humanitarian truce" with the TPLF in order to allow aid and humanitarian supplies into the Tigray Region. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Immigration / Law / Policy

The UEMOA court orders sanctions against Mali to be suspended.

The UEMOA court orders sanctions against Mali to be suspended. The sanctions were imposed on the junta in January after elections were delayed. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

War / Conflict / Security

War on Terror Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves

War on Terror Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves four Pakistani soldiers dead. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Major Trends

A 14-year old boy dies after falling off a drop tower ride at ICON Park, which is near International Drive in Orlando, Florida.

A 14-year old boy dies after falling off a drop tower ride at ICON Park, which is near International Drive in Orlando, Florida. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

War / Conflict / Security

A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves four Pakistani soldiers dead.

A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves four Pakistani soldiers dead. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Major Trends

Battle of Berdiansk Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk.

Battle of Berdiansk Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk. Images on social media appear to show the Orsk landing ship burning at the port. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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24

Major Trends

Belarus–Ukraine relations In retaliation for Belarus's expulsion of Ukrainian diplomatic staff yesterday, Ukraine orders a reduction of Belarusian staff in Ukra

Belarus–Ukraine relations In retaliation for Belarus's expulsion of Ukrainian diplomatic staff yesterday, Ukraine orders a reduction of Belarusian staff in Ukraine to only five diplomats and also orders the closure of the Belarusian consulate in Lviv. (Interfax-Ukraine)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

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Economy / Jobs / Business

Belarus's bid to join the World Trade Organisation is blocked by a group of mostly Western countries.

Belarus's bid to join the World Trade Organisation is blocked by a group of mostly Western countries. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Politics / Government

Belarusian involvement in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says that Belarusian troops are not willing to fight alo

Belarusian involvement in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says that Belarusian troops are not willing to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine. (Prensa Latina) (Ukrinform)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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24

Major Trends

Canada bans its soldiers from joining the volunteer forces in Ukraine, stating that their presence could be used in Russian propaganda.

Canada bans its soldiers from joining the volunteer forces in Ukraine, stating that their presence could be used in Russian propaganda. (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 vaccination in Canada The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over M

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 vaccination in Canada The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip Morris International tobacco company. (The Globe and Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

Mar

24

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports New York City Mayor Eric Adams lifts the vac

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports New York City Mayor Eric Adams lifts the vaccine mandate for unvaccinated athletes from teams like the New York Yankees, New York Mets, and Brooklyn Nets. The lifting of the mandate also clears the way for point guard Kyrie Irving to play home games for the Nets. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports New York City Mayor Eric Adams lifts the vaccine mandate for unvaccinated athletes

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports New York City Mayor Eric Adams lifts the vaccine mandate for unvaccinated athletes from teams like the New York Yankees, New York Mets, and Brooklyn Nets. The lifting of the mandate also clears the way for point guard Kyrie Irving to play home games for the Nets. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland will end all COVID-19-related restrictions on March 28, including ending quarantine and isolation for COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland will end all COVID-19-related restrictions on March 28, including ending quarantine and isolation for COVID-19 cases. However, mask mandates in hospitals will continue to be enforced. (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports 470 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 42 hours, a new single-day record.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports 470 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 42 hours, a new single-day record. (Korea Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Health / Disasters

COVID-19 vaccination in Canada The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip

COVID-19 vaccination in Canada The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip Morris International tobacco company. (The Globe and Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Major Trends

In retaliation for Belarus's expulsion of Ukrainian diplomatic staff yesterday, Ukraine orders a reduction of Belarusian staff in Ukraine to only five diplomats

In retaliation for Belarus's expulsion of Ukrainian diplomatic staff yesterday, Ukraine orders a reduction of Belarusian staff in Ukraine to only five diplomats and also orders the closure of the Belarusian consulate in Lviv. (Interfax-Ukraine)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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War / Conflict / Security

Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves four Pakistan

Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa A shootout between military forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban militants in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaves four Pakistani soldiers dead. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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War / Conflict / Security

North Korea–South Korea relations The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response to North Korea launching a missile.

North Korea–South Korea relations The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response to North Korea launching a missile. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Major Trends

Poland will end all COVID-19-related restrictions on March 28, including ending quarantine and isolation for COVID-19 cases.

Poland will end all COVID-19-related restrictions on March 28, including ending quarantine and isolation for COVID-19 cases. However, mask mandates in hospitals will continue to be enforced. (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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South Korea reports 470 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 42 hours, a new single-day record.

South Korea reports 470 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 42 hours, a new single-day record. (Korea Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Southern Ukraine offensive Battle of Berdiansk Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk.

Southern Ukraine offensive Battle of Berdiansk Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk. Images on social media appear to show the Orsk landing ship burning at the port. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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War / Conflict / Security

The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response to North Korea launching a missile.

The South Korean military says that it has conducted multiple missile drills in response to North Korea launching a missile. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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War / Conflict / Security

The United Kingdom says it is doubling the number of missiles it is sending to Ukraine, with 6,000 more missiles, including anti-tank guided missiles and surfac

The United Kingdom says it is doubling the number of missiles it is sending to Ukraine, with 6,000 more missiles, including anti-tank guided missiles and surface-to-air missiles, and is also sending £30 million to help Ukraine pay the wages of its soldiers and air force pilots. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Immigration / Law / Policy

The World Health Organization announces that a polio vaccination campaign will begin in Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia.

The World Health Organization announces that a polio vaccination campaign will begin in Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia. (News-Medical.net)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Health / Disasters

The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip Morris International tobacco c

The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip Morris International tobacco company. (The Globe and Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Major Trends

Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk.

Ukrainian forces destroy a Russian Navy Alligator-class landing ship at the port of Berdiansk. Images on social media appear to show the Orsk landing ship burning at the port. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022

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Politics / Government

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says that Belarusian troops are not willing to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says that Belarusian troops are not willing to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine. (Prensa Latina) (Ukrinform)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 24, 2022