Trump Names Arms Control Envoy as Treaty’s Expiration Looms
US President Donald Trump has officially named Marshall Billingslea as his special envoy for arms control, a role expected to spearhead efforts to reach a nuclear agreement with Russia and China.
Taliban, US Commander Meet amid Tensions over Peace Progress
The Taliban met with the commander of US forces in Afghanistan to call for an end to an increase in American attacks since a peace deal signed in February.
Japan Abe Urges Citizens to Stay Home
Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe on Saturday called for citizens across Japan to avoid evening spots like restaurants.
Scientists Measure Wind Speed on Brown Dwarf in Solar System
Scientists have been able to measure the wind speed on an object outside of our solar system for the first time.
Boeing Supplier Cut 2,300 Employees due to Coronavirus Outbreak
US aero parts maker Triumph Group Inc (TGI.N) said it was furloughing about 2,300 employees for two weeks amid coronavirus.
China Reports 46 New Coronavirus Cases
The National Health Commission in China said 46 new cases were reported on Friday, including 42 involving travelers from abroad, up from 42 cases a day earlier.
Saudi Spy Drone Downed over Sa’ada
The Yemeni troops shot down the Saudi drone as it was on a reconnaissance mission over the Razeh district in Sa’ada on Friday.
Coronavirus Case in Yemen Confirmed by WHO
The first coronavirus case in war-torn Yemen was confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO).
WHO: Premature lifting of restrictions may spark ‘deadly resurgence’
Any premature lifting of restrictions imposed to control the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to a fatal resurgence of the new coronavirus, the WHO warned.
China Firmly against US Action against China Telecom
China's foreign ministry said on Friday (April 10) that Beijing is opposed to any action by the United States to revoke China Telecom's authorization to provide international telecommunications to and from the US.