Category: International
Pope Francis: Short trip to Budapest
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Pope Francis stays only seven hours in the Hungarian capital Budapest
UN Secretary-General: We need dialogue with the Taliban to prevent millions from dying
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It is our duty to offer our solidarity to a people who are suffering
Denmark – Coronavirus: The country returns to normal
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They take off their masks – Normally concerts with thousands of people
Nord Stream 2: The Russian-German gas pipeline is fully completed
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This submarine gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea will double Russian gas supplies to Germany
Lebanon: Government formed after 13 months – Prime Minister Najib Mikati
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Najib Mikati says he hopes to stop the collapse of the country as prime minister and restore prosperity
Jerusalem: Palestinian doctor killed by Israeli police
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Israeli police say victim attacked with a knife in Jerusalem’s Old City
Belgium: Ten-day quarantine for the unvaccinated returning from red zones
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The measure will take effect on September 17
Afghanistan: A second Qatar Airways flight departed with foreign nationals
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Of the 156 people on board, 49 were French or members of the families of French citizens.
US: Department of Justice appeals to federal court to ban abortion in Texas
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President Biden warns Texas law could cause “unconstitutional chaos”
EMA: New facilities for the production of the Pfizer vaccine
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The two plants will produce up to 50 million additional installments in 2021
Israel: It reopens its gates to foreign tourists from September 19
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It will not allow tourists from Bulgaria, Turkey, Brazil and Mexico to enter
UK: Proposal for compulsory vaccination for health professionals
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Those who refuse to be vaccinated will either lose their jobs or be demoted
North Korea: Demonstration of power by Kim Jong Un
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The photos of the military parade that took place in North Korea for 73 years of the founding of the Communist Party are making the rounds of the international media.
Afghanistan – Taliban: Women’s Sports Finally – “Neither Necessary nor Necessary”
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Intense concern for women’s rights in the West, following the first moves by the Taliban, who now control the entire country
Taliban Prime Minister: The era of bloodshed in Afghanistan is over
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In an interview, Mullah Hassan Ahud stressed that Taliban leaders face a great deal of responsibility towards the Afghan people.
Frontex: We are preparing for a massive influx of Afghans into Europe
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Frontex CEO Fabrice Lazeri said the service was preparing for a possible wave
Coronavirus – Cuba: Vaccination of children from 2 to 18 years old has started
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Children vaccinated with Cuban Abdala and Soberana injections
Monica Lewinsky: Bill Clinton ”Should Want to Apologise” Over 90s Sex Scandal
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“I think there was a long period before my life changed in the last six or seven years, where I felt a lot in terms of there not being this resolution.”
Cooperation between Turkey, Qatar, and the USA for the operation of Kabul Airport
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Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Tsavusoglu said in an interview that 19 Turkish technicians are in Kabul discussing the airport with Qatar.
Coronavirus – Italy: G20 Health Ministers agree on vaccine shipments worldwide
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These are the provisions of the “Rome Pact” signed at the two-day G20 summit in Rome
UK: The health system is under pressure due to an increase in hospitalizations
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The total amount of government funding for health services to tackle the coronavirus has risen to 34 34 billion this year
Afghanistan: The Taliban say the UN has promised to help
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The Taliban assured the UN delegation that there would be “cooperation” on their part and that they would provide the international organization with the “necessary facilities”.
Iraq: Thirteen policemen killed in Islamic State attack in Kirkuk
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In this area, jihadist cells often launch attacks against the army and the police.
Immigration – Kurtz: Congratulates Greece on its stance on guarding the EU’s external borders
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Referring to the situation in Afghanistan and the possibility of a new migration “wave” to Europe, he said in an interview that it will not be repeated what happened in 2015
New Zealand: 3 of the 7 victims of the Islamist attack are in critical condition
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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Arden said a total of seven people were injured in an Islamist extremist attack on customers at a mall in Auckland on Friday, three of whom were in critical condition.
Canada: Trudeau called early elections on September 20th
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Canadians must now choose how to end the country’s fight against COVID-19, Trinto said today
Copenhagen suspends deportations of refugees to Afghanistan
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Denmark to suspend deportations of Afghan refugees whose asylum application has been rejected to their country of origin until 8 October
Fauci: We will probably need a third dose of vaccine to be fully protected
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The leading American epidemiologist stressed the need for a third booster dose
Hurricane Ida: At least 46 dead – Dozens trapped in basements
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The catastrophes in New York and New Jersey are incalculable
China: Donates 2 billion doses of Covid-19 vaccine
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They use the COVAX mechanism for their distribution
The European Union has not decided on the formal recognition of a Taliban government
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Recognition of a Taliban government by other countries is associated with important consequences, such as Afghanistan’s access to foreign aid on which the country depends.
Japan has withdrawn a batch of Moderna vaccines following the detection of black particles
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Pharmacist spotted several black particles in a vaccine vial in Kanagawa prefecture
Heiko Maas: One-way talks with the Taliban
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“There is absolutely no alternative” to talks with the Taliban, says German Foreign Minister
Italian doctors: Absolutely safe for pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding mRNA vaccines
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Pediatricians and gynecologists in Italy call for immediate vaccination against coronavirus in pregnant women and children over 12 years
Lebanon: Four killed in an explosion at Beirut factory
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The bomber struck shortly after noon in front of a factory in the southern suburbs of Beirut
Afghanistan: ISIS claims responsibility for the rocket attack on Kabul airport
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A U.S. official said five rockets were intercepted early today
Israel: The third dose of the vaccine will be given to those over 12 years of age
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It has already started its distribution to citizens over 16 years old.
Erdogan in favor of the Taliban: Their attitude towards women will change compared to 20 years ago!
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Turkish President expresses desire to sign agreement with Afghanistan like illegal memorandum with Libya
North Korea has resumed operation of a nuclear reactor
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Reactivation of Reactor Could Mean Pyongyang Continues Nuclear Weapons Development Program
Israel: Everyone over 12 years of age is vaccinated with a third dose
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The announcement was made by the country’s Minister of Health – The Pfizer vaccine will be given
The Americans hit an ISIS kamikaze with a drone in Kabul
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The target of the Americans was the car of the bomber
Former International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge has died
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The former president of the International Olympic Committee has passed away at the age of 79
Tsavousoglu: Turkey can not bear the burden of a new wave of immigration
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In the “Akar line” the Turkish Foreign Minister who met today with his German counterpart Haiko Maas
USA: Hurricane Ida in Category 4 – Threatens Louisiana and Mississippi
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The American Hurricane Center (NHC) estimates that gusts of wind will exceed 200 kilometers per hour
Afghanistan: Exhausted British troops leave Kabul
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The last British flight to evacuate civilians from Kabul has also left
USA: Joe Biden fell asleep during the meeting with the Prime Minister of Israel!
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An incredible snapshot from the meeting that US President Joe Biden had with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
The UK is preparing for mass vaccination of children aged 12 to 15 years
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Britain has so far not followed the example of many other countries that have carried out extensive vaccinations in children under 16 years of age.
Coronavirus – Australia: New record of 1.126 cases of infection by Covid-19
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Most are found in New South Wales, the epicenter of the Delta variant.
Afghanistan: Paris announces it has completed evacuation operations
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The French government will maintain contact with the Taliban to ensure that people at risk can leave the country.
Biden: The program of the third dose is promising
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The third dose may be given six months after the start of the initial vaccination
White House: Contacts with Taliban needed to free civilians after August 31
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Biden entrusts the Department of Homeland Security with the management of Afghan refugees
USA – Biden’s message to ISIS: “We will chase you and you will pay, the evacuation will continue”
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The US president has vowed to take action against the terrorist group
More than 100 were killed in Kabul airport explosions!
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The US troops helping to evacuate Afghans desperate to flee Taliban rule are bracing for more attacks.
Afghanistan: France stops evacuating people from tomorrow night
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According to statements by Prime Minister Castex
Afghanistan – UK: “We have reliable information about an imminent suicide attack at Kabul airport”
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Late Wednesday night, the British Foreign Office advised citizens not to go to Hamid Karzai International Airport in Afghanistan
Bill Gates is the largest landowner in the US!
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His “agricultural empire” consists of about 1.077.000 acres of land that stretches across 18 states across America.
Poland: 2.5-meter-high fence on the border with Belarus to stop migratory flows
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The number of soldiers who will assist the border police in their work will double
Afghanistan: The Taliban will not accept an extension of the evacuation deadline
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No Western government or official has approached the Taliban about a possible extension
Coronavirus – Australia: “Lockdowns Can’t Continue Forever,” Says PM Scott Morrison
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“Lockdowns” cannot go on forever. This is not a sustainable way to live in this country, “said the Australian Prime Minister.
US – Kamala Harris: We are fully focused on removing civilians from Afghanistan
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US Vice President’s visit to Singapore
Italy: Teachers who have not been vaccinated against coronavirus will be suspended
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Those educators and administrators who have not been vaccinated against coronavirus will be temporarily suspended without pay, according to Italian Education Minister Patricio Bianchi.
Russia and Turkey close to new S-400 missile deal
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The head of the Russian arms export agency Rosoboronexport revealed it today
USA: Hurricane Henry hits US coast off Rhode Island
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The US Cyclone Monitor says winds of up to 95 km / h
Coronavirus – Germany: More than 7.000 cases have been reported
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Nearly 92.000 have died since the pandemic began
Trump vs Biden: Taliban invasion of Afghanistan ”historic humiliation” for the US
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Donald Trump blames US president for Taliban takeover of Afghanistan
France: Three shot dead in Marseille
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Police look into two separate incidents – In one case, hooded men kidnapped a man and executed him
Coronavirus – Canada: Hospital group fires unvaccinated workers
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Deadline given until the end of October – They will make vaccination mandatory for public officials as well
Pfizer Vaccine: US Gives Full Approval!
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What does this mean for vaccination in the public and private sectors?
Merkel in the Kremlin – Talks with Putin have begun
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“Even if we have deep differences, we talk to each other and this must continue,” Merkel said.
China: It calls on the people to support Afghanistan and not to put more pressure on it
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China has not officially recognized the Taliban
A shelter for 1.000 Afghan refugees will operate in Spain
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The people who will be admitted to the center will then be directed to different countries of the European Union
USA: New York police order police officers to be vaccinated
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All body parts must wear a mask when in contact with the public, regardless of vaccination status
Afghanistan: The United States evacuated about 3.000 people from Kabul airport yesterday
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Countries and organizations are calling on the Taliban leadership to assist in the evacuation operation
Knife attack on a school in Sweden – A 45-year-old worker was injured
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The incident took place at a school building in Eslov, 40 km from Malmμε.
Chaos in Afghanistan: UNESCO calls for protection of the country’s cultural heritage
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There are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Afghanistan
UK: Five-year-old Afghan refugee killed after falling out of hotel window
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According to British media, the hotel accommodates Afghan refugees who had previously worked for Britain in their country of origin
Afghanistan: Extraordinary teleconference of NATO Defense Ministers on August 20
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The announcement was made by the Secretary General of the North Atlantic Alliance Jens Stoltenberg
France: Two dead in a wildfire on Cote d’Azur
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The fire forced the evacuation of houses and the evacuation of about 7.000 people from the area.
Biden and Merkel discuss humanitarian aid in Afghanistan
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The two leaders agreed to continue scheduling aid at the next G7 summit
State Department: Taliban do not keep promise on Afghan access to Kabul airport
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What US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said
Kamala Harris: Our goal now is to drive people safely out of Afghanistan
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Statements by the US Vice President after the rise of the Taliban
Russia: 799 dead and 20.914 new cases!
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Russia says 20.914 new cases of coronavirus have been reported in the past 24 hours, including 1,590 in Moscow.
US-Afghanistan: Majority of citizens ‘disappointed’ after troop withdrawal
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51% criticize the way President Joe Biden handled the issue
Portugal: About 600 firefighters struggle to contain Algarve fire
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One firefighter was taken to hospital with burns and two others received first aid on the spot.
The Taliban are having fun after the occupation of Kabul!
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The same people who kill and torture have fun as if none of this had happened
Malaysia: Prime Minister Muhiddin Yassin resigns
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He admitted that his attempt to secure the necessary political support to devise a plan for recovery from the pandemic had failed.
Four Palestinians killed in clashes with Israeli forces
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At least four Palestinians were killed this morning in clashes with Israeli forces in the Jenin refugee camp.
Turkey: The death toll from the floods has reached 62!
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Operations continue to locate and rescue the missing
Boris Johnson: Countries Should Not Recognize Taliban as Afghan Government
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According to the British Prime Minister, it is clear that there will be a new government in the country very soon
Earthquake in Haiti: 724 dead!
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A magnitude 7.2 earthquake shook southwestern Haiti on Saturday morning and killed at least 724 people, according to the latest figures.
Heatwave in Spain: Heat record with 47.4 degrees Celsius in the southern province of Cordoba
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“This is the highest temperature ever recorded in Spain,” a spokesman for the Meteorological Service said today.
Europeans, Americans leave Afghanistan – Taliban promise the peaceful transition
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The occupation of Kabul without resistance
Egypt: 13 jihadists killed in operations in Sinai
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For years, Egyptian forces have been trying to root out extremist Islamist groups operating in the northern Sinai Peninsula.
Ecuador: Law enforcement authorities seized 9.6 tons of cocaine
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The cocaine was transported from Colombia to Mexico and the United States