Afghanistan VP Escapes Bomb Attack in Kabul
Afghan First Vice-President Amrullah Saleh escaped a bomb attack in Kabul during Wednesday's morning rush hour, local media reported.
UN Says Saudi’s Khashoggi Verdict ‘Parody of Justice’
The Saudi prosecutor's verdict on the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul a parody of justice which spared high-level plotters.
Oxford Begins Human Trials of New COVID-19 Vaccine
A new experimental COVID-19 vaccine originating from the University of Oxford has begun human trials in Australia in partnership with the Serum Institute of India.
Yemen Launches Fresh Attack on Saudi Airport
Saudi Arabia’s airport of Abha was hit by more drone attacks launched by Yemeni forces, as part of their retaliatory attacks against the kingdom in a Saudi-led war.
China Unveils Global Data Security Push
China announced an initiative on Tuesday to establish global standards on data security, saying it wanted to promote multilateralism in the area.
Syria Seeks Russia Help to Offset US Sanctions
President Bashar al-Assad said on Monday he wanted to expand business ties with Russia to help Syria cope with new US sanctions on its economy.
21% Rise in Assaults on UK Police Officers amid Lockdown
Assaults on police officers in the UK increased by 21 per cent during the coronavirus lockdown, according to figures.
Army of Yemen Retakes Strategic Area in Ma’rib
Yemen’s army stepped up their attacks against Saudi-backed militants in Ma’rib, managing to recapture a strategic area in the central province.
Bubonic Plague Case Confirmed in Mongolia
A suspected case of bubonic plague reported in Zavkhan Province in western Mongolia has been confirmed by lab test results.
Typhoon Haishen Underway to Japan
Typhoon Haishen continued on its path toward southwestern Japan on Sunday, as 1.8 million people in seven prefectures have been ordered to evacuate.