At least 32 killed, 110 injured in twin suicide bombings in Baghdad market
Most of the Baghdad twin attack wounded received treatment and left the hospitals, and only 36 remain for further treatment
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Egyptian Defence Minister, Greek Chief of Staff discuss military relations
The Egyptian Defence Minister praised the strategic partnership relations between the Egyptian and Greek armed forces in various fields
632 rioters arrested in Tunisia following looting, vandalism
Tunisia imposed a general lockdown between Jan. 14 to 17, which prompted clashing between displeased young people and security forces.
Egypt unveils remains of Roman fort in Aswan
The Central Administration of Antiquities of Upper Egypt, Mohamed Abdel Badie, said that the Coptic church was built on the ruins of the Roman fort
Ethiopia imposes curfew in restive zone in Benishangul-Gumuz region
In recent years, deadly inter-communal violence has taken place in the Metekel zone in Benishangul-Gumuz region, eventually killing hundreds of civilians.
Five African countries account for 69% of total COVID-19 cases in Africa
The total COVID-19 cases in Africa amounted to 3,176,575 as of Friday, Africa CDC said, while the death toll related to the pandemic stood at 76,752
Dutch government resigns over child benefits scandal
The next general elections are scheduled for March 17, 2021. Until that date the Dutch government stays on as demissionary cabinet
Indonesia quake kills at least 37, injures hundreds
A total of 29 bodies have been retrieved in Mamuju city, while the search and rescue operation for the Indonesia quake victims persists
Israel fires more artillery into Gaza Strip amid fresh gunshots
Earlier on Wednesday, an Israeli tank attacked a Hamas post in Gaza following the first round of gunshots. No injuries were reported on both sides.
Jordan launches nationwide COVID-19 vaccination campaign
Jordan’s nationwide COVID-19 vaccination campaign intends to cover at least some 20 percent of the Jordanian population.
Japan to halt entry of all non-resident foreigners to curb coronavirus
The essential shutdown of borders of Japan to all non-resident foreigners will be kept in place until February 7
ECB’s Lagarde says to go forward with digital euro
According to the ECB, a digital euro would be an electronic form of central bank money accessible to all citizens and firms.
Rebels clash with Central African Republic army near capital
Central African Republic Prime Minister Firmin Ngrebada said, “The attackers who came in large numbers to take Bangui have been vigorously pushed back.”
Nigeria’s army kills 28 Boko Haram militants in northeastern state
Nigeria’s army also recovered a gun truck, many weapons and a large quantity of ammunition during the gunfight, military spokesperson Benard Onyeuko said.
Iraqi President warns against foreign interference in Iraq’s internal affairs
Iraqi President comments came during his meeting with the head of the Hashd Shaabi forces Falih Al-Fayadh, according to Presidency’s media office statement
UPDATE: Indonesia Sriwijaya Air plane crashes in waters off Jakarta
Human body parts and debris of Indonesia Sriwijaya Air plane were found, Captain EKo Surya Hadi, commander of Trisula coast guard ship, told a local TV.
Twitter pulls the plug permanently on Trump’s account
Twitter also permanently banned the Trump campaign’s account @TeamTrump after the account shared the same four-tweets from account @POTUS.
Africa CDC says continent’s confirmed coronavirus cases pass 2.95 million
South Africa currently has the most coronavirus cases in the African continent with 1,170,590, followed by Morocco with 448,678 infections
Australian bushfires to become “more frequent, prolonged, severe”: study
More than 30 people died in the Australian bushfires with another estimated 445 deaths due to smoke inhalation, and 18 million hectares of land were burned
Washington DC mayor extends public emergency for 15 days as Capitol chaos leaves 4 dead
Confrontations between law enforcement officers and protesters have caused injuries from both sides. At least 4 people have died around the Capitol area
Seattle mayor condemns “insurrection of extremists” at US Capitol
US President-elect Joe Biden condemned the “insurrection” at the US Capitol on Wednesday, after some Trump supporters broke into the building
UPDATE: Protesters storm US Capitol, Electoral College votes count halted
“Capitol: External security threat, no entry or exit is permitted, stay away from exterior windows, doors. If outside, seek cover,” says Capitol Police.
Washington D.C. mayor orders citywide curfew as pro-Trump protests force Capitol lockdown
Supporters for outgoing Republican President Donald Trump pushed through barriers at the Capitol building, forcing a lockdown.
US Congress convenes to formally count Electoral College votes
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, on Wednesday dismissed Trump’s allegations of widespread fraud in the White House race.
5 soldiers, civilian killed in Cameroon explosion
Separatists have been clashing with government forces since 2017 in a bid to create an independent nation in Cameroon two English-speaking regions
Egyptian president, US treasury secretary discuss bilateral cooperation, regional issues
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi also highlighted the vital role the Egypt-US partnership played in achieving stability in the Middle East region.
3 killed, 17 wounded in bus-truck crash in southern Egypt
Ministry of Social Solidarity ordered urgent aid to families of the victims of bus crash on a desert road of Aswan governorate in southern Egypt
South Korea to dispatch delegation to Iran for release of oil tanker, sailors
Iran Government spokesman said Tuesday that South Korea has taken as “hostage” over $7bn of Iranian assets, in response to Iranian seizure of oil tanker
Oil prices fall amid OPEC+ deadlock over output cuts
The COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on oil prices in 2020. For the past year, the US benchmark slumped 20.5%, while Brent crude lost 21.5%.
UK PM imposes new coronavirus lockdown on England
Scottish First Minister also announced that Scotland would enter a new lockdown from midnight on Monday, as well as a shutdown of schools until Feb. 1