US- EU Collaborating In Pathogen Monitoring, Vaccine Research: Covid-19 Summit
In the Global Covid-19 Summit hosted by different health experts of all the nations on May 12, US President Joe Biden and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen agreed to collaborate. Two leaders issued a joint statement and decided to cooperate on pathogen monitoring and vaccine research. US committed extra 200 million USD, European Union committed 450 million USD to the World Bank to prevent pandemic, global health security.
Tags: Covid-19, United States, European Union, US President Joe Biden, European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, World Bank
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US Intelligence Helping Ukraine To Kill Russian Generals, Claims Report
According to the New York Times, Ukrainian Officials confirmed that they have killed about 12 Russian Generals on the battlefield. American intelligence provided Ukraine with details regarding Russia's expected troop movements that has helped Ukrainian Forces kill many of the Russian Generals in the war. Though US officials declined to specify how many generals are killed with the help of US Intelligence, these are the claims of the… read-more
Tags: United States, Ukraine, Russia, Ukraine-russia war, US Intelligence
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Supreme Court Likely To Strike Down US Right to Abortion
United States Supreme Court is poised to strike down US "Right to Abortion". According to the 98-page leaked draft obtained by Politico, written by Justice Samuel Alito said, "Abortion presents a profound moral question". In Roe v. Wade, the nation's highest court held that access to abortion is a women's constitutional right until it's 22-24 weeks of gestation. The US in recent months has banned all abortions after six weeks.
Tags: United States, US Supreme Court, Abortion Rights, Politico, Justice Samuel Alito
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Massive Wildlife Fire In Hermit's Peak, Northern Mexican Cities In Radar
The Calf Canyon and Hermit's Peak fires have burned 97,064 acers and is growing 30,000 acres more in the last 24-hours. The National Weather Services warned people of small cities in northern New Mexico of extreme situations due to a massive wildlife fire, that happened a week ago. Despite the efforts of over 1,000 firefighters, the fire, smoke, and windy conditions will have a severe impact for a week.
Tags: Hermit's Peak Fire, Wild Fire, United States, Calf Canyon, New Mexico
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
US Expects To Demand Joint Action Against Russia At Quad Summit
The United States is expected to call for joint action against Russia at the upcoming Quad summit in Tokyo, Japan. Questioned about the possibility of the United States demanding unified action against the country, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki shared, "We will convey the same sentiments in this meeting." The White House said that more details regarding Biden's upcoming trip would be shared soon.
Tags: US, United States, Russia, Quad Meeting, Joe BIden
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US Expresses Outrage Over Kabul School Attacks
The United States has expressed outrage over the Kabul school attacks. After attacks near a Kabul school left around 20 people dead, the US State Department has sent its condolences to the grieving families. Commenting on the tragic incident, US State Department Spokesperson Ned Price noted that children should be able to pursue their studies safely, without any fear of violence.
Tags: United States, US State Department, Kabul, Afghanistan, attacks
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Indian Judge Votes Against Russian Invasion Of Ukraine At ICJ
The US on March 16, welcomed an order of International Court of Justice that directed Russia to hault its military operations in Ukraine. About 13 judges voted against the Russian invasion including Indian Justice Dalveer Bhandari, while two voted against the court order. Judge Xue Hanqin from china opposed the court's order. The court took note of the material damages caused by Russia to the buildings and infrastructure in Ukraine.
Tags: US, Russia, Ukraine Russia Crisis, United States, Judge
Courtesy: The Indian Express
South Korea Announces To Send Non-Lethal Military & Medical Supplies To Ukraine
South Korea's national defence ministry announced to send non-lethal military supplies and medical supplies to Ukraine, amid the ongoing Russian invasion. Out of the 20 items that will be shipped to Ukraine, 12 will be military supplies and the rest will be medical supplies. Reportedly, the non-lethal military supplies will include combat helmets, emergency foods, military folding cots and blankets. The supplies are expected to be dispatched… read-more
Tags: Ukraine, Russia, South Korea, War, United States
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No Indication Firing Of Missile From India Into Pakistan: US
The United States on the recent firing of a missile from India which landed in Pakistan said it was nothing other than accidental. "We have no indication as you also heard from our Indian partners that this incident was anything other than an accident," said State Department spokesperson Ned Price. Furthermore, on March 11, India said due to technical malfunction the accident happened and its "deeply regrettable" incident.
Tags: United States, Pakistan, India, Missile, Indian Ministry of Defense
Courtesy: India Today
US-Based Colgate-Palmolive To Sell Only Essential Health, Hygiene Products In Russia
After the US beverage giants PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Starbucks, and McDonald's now the US-based Colgate-Palmolive has suspended the import-sales in Russia. "We also have ceased all capital investments, media, advertising, and promotional activities," said Colgate-Palmolive CEO Noel Wallace. Furthermore, Mastercard and Visa announced that their cards issued by Russian banks will no longer work outside the country. However, these suspensions of… read-more
Tags: Russia, colgate-palmolive, United States, Starbucks, Coco-Cola
Courtesy: ANI