Local Tibetans' lives are a living misery as a result of China's zero-Covid policy. Tibetans are subjected to inhumane Covid restrictions that leave them abused, traumatised, harassed, and powerless because they aren't even permitted to express their outrage or make contact with their family outside Tibet.

The Chinese government's disastrous zero-Covid policy has caused a scarcity of essential medicines for the Tibetans, who are now suffering. Both food- and medicine-related goods fall under this category. According to a report from Tibet Press, they are not permitted to demonstrate or voice their thoughts.

On Twitter, a video was shared that showed how the cost of food has gone up in Tibet and that those who speak out against it face state-instigated violence.

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Chinese security personnel are seen in the video physically&nbsp;assaulting locals, handcuffing them, and dispersing them with pepper spray. According to a video from Free Tibet, their phones had also been taken, making it impossible for them to contact anybody. Tibet Press reported this.

The Chinese government is harming Tibetans more than helping them by tightening the Covid guidelines rather than tackling the issue.

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According to a report by Tibet Press, International Campaign for Tibet, a pro-Tibet advocacy group, the Chinese government has been working hard to control social media even in the dire circumstances that Tibet's residents are facing because doing otherwise could expose the atrocities that China has subjected Tibet to the rest of the world.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Local Tibetans' lives are a living misery as a result of China's zero-Covid policy. Tibetans are subjected to inhumane Covid restrictions that leave them abused, traumatised, harassed, and powerless because they aren't even permitted to express their outrage or make contact with their family outside Tibet.

Local Tibetans' lives are a living misery as a result of China's zero-Covid policy. Tibetans are subjected to inhumane Covid restrictions that leave them abused, traumatised, harassed, and powerless because they aren't even permitted to express their outrage or make contact with their family outside Tibet. The Chinese government's disastrous zero-Covid policy has caused a scarcity of essential medicines for the Tibetans, who are now suffering. Both food- and medicine-related goods fall under this category. According to a report from Tibet Press, they are not permitted to demonstrate or voice their thoughts. On Twitter, a video was shared that showed how the cost of food has gone up in Tibet and that those who speak out against it face state-instigated violence. WATCH | China Covid: Country reports 39,791 new infections; rise despite zero-Covid policy Chinese security personnel are seen in the video physically assaulting locals, handcuffing them, and dispersing them with pepper spray. According to a video from Free Tibet, their phones had also been taken, making it impossible for them to contact anybody. Tibet Press reported this. The Chinese government is harming Tibetans more than helping them by tightening the Covid guidelines rather than tackling the issue. Also read | China’s stringent ‘zero-Covid’ curbs trigger outrage, protests across the country According to a report by Tibet Press, International Campaign for Tibet, a pro-Tibet advocacy group, the Chinese government has been working hard to control social media even in the dire circumstances that Tibet's residents are facing because doing otherwise could expose the atrocities that China has subjected Tibet to the rest of the world. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Tibetans face torture, abuse under China's zero-Covid restrictions

In less than two weeks, all the remaining Covid restrictions will be removed in England, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday.

The current regulations, including the need to self-isolate after testing positive, were due to expire on March 24.&nbsp;

The prime minister said the move is part of the government’s 'Living with Covid'&nbsp;strategy.

"Providing the current encouraging trends in the data continue, it is my expectation that we will be able to end the last domestic restrictions, including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive—a full month early," the prime minister told MPs at the start of the Prime Minister Questions session in House of Commons.

Johnson said he hoped to do this as soon as the Commons returns from its upcoming recess&nbsp;on February 21.

The dramatic move comes as the Covid cases in the country have been ebbing after the Omicron surge and deaths have remained far below the fears of many experts.

“Mr Speaker I can tell the house today, that it is my intention to return on the first day after the half term recess to present our strategy for living with Covid,” Johnson said.

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According to the government’s data, 66,183 new positive cases were detected over the last 24 hours on Tuesday, down by 41.1 per cent from last week, where on an average over 100,000 cases were being reported.&nbsp;

It was the lowest daily infection figure on a Tuesday since December 14 — towards the start of the Omicron wave.

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The number of people admitted to hospital with the virus also fell, dropping 12.8 per cent to 1,421 on February 3, as per the data.

Johnson has been facing heat ever since it was revealed that he hosted several parties in his office in Downing Street in 2020 when the nation was under lockdown during the first phase of Covid.

Several MPs from his party have already submitted non-confidence motion, calling on him to resign immediately.

(With inputs from agencies)

In less than two weeks, all the remaining Covid restrictions will be removed in England, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday. The current regulations, including the need to self-isolate after testing positive, were due to expire on March 24.

In less than two weeks, all the remaining Covid restrictions will be removed in England, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday. The current regulations, including the need to self-isolate after testing positive, were due to expire on March 24. The prime minister said the move is part of the government’s 'Living with Covid' strategy. "Providing the current encouraging trends in the data continue, it is my expectation that we will be able to end the last domestic restrictions, including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive—a full month early," the prime minister told MPs at the start of the Prime Minister Questions session in House of Commons. Johnson said he hoped to do this as soon as the Commons returns from its upcoming recess on February 21. The dramatic move comes as the Covid cases in the country have been ebbing after the Omicron surge and deaths have remained far below the fears of many experts. “Mr Speaker I can tell the house today, that it is my intention to return on the first day after the half term recess to present our strategy for living with Covid,” Johnson said. Also read | 'Meltdown in Downing Street': Five of Johnson's closest aides desert him, as he seeks a fresh start According to the government’s data, 66,183 new positive cases were detected over the last 24 hours on Tuesday, down by 41.1 per cent from last week, where on an average over 100,000 cases were being reported. It was the lowest daily infection figure on a Tuesday since December 14 — towards the start of the Omicron wave. Also read | UK PM Johnson’s wife organised birthday party during lockdown: Report The number of people admitted to hospital with the virus also fell, dropping 12.8 per cent to 1,421 on February 3, as per the data. Johnson has been facing heat ever since it was revealed that he hosted several parties in his office in Downing Street in 2020 when the nation was under lockdown during the first phase of Covid. Several MPs from his party have already submitted non-confidence motion, calling on him to resign immediately. (With inputs from agencies)

UK PM Johnson announces end to all Covid restrictions this month

Pandemic over? These countries are easing restrictions and opening up international travel

Denmark became the first country in Europe to lift all&nbsp;Covid restrictions on Tuesday, despite rising cases and threats posed by a sub-variant of Omicron.

Experts say that the Scandinavian country took the decision after considering its high vaccination rate to cope with the milder variant, adding that the virus no longer qualifies as a “critical threat”.

As of Tuesday, limits on indoor gatherings have been lifted, while the use of facemasks and Covid passes will no longer be mandatory.

Only a few restrictions remain in place at the country's borders, for unvaccinated travellers arriving from non-Schengen countries.

The latest decision to ease restrictions comes in the wake of Denmark registering around 40,000-50,000 new Covid cases a day, or almost 1 per cent of the country’s 5.8 million inhabitants.

According to local media reports, over 60 per cent of Danes have received a third dose compared to EU average of just under 45%.

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The health authorities estimate that 80 per cent of the population are protected against severe forms of the disease.

“We have an extremely high coverage of adults vaccinated with three doses,” epidemiologist Lone Simonsen of the University of Roskilde told AFP.

Under the current Covid regulations, the Danish Health Authority “recommends” those who test positive to isolate for four days, while contact cases are no longer being asked to undergo quarantine.

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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen welcomed the move, writing "good morning to a completely open Denmark" on Facebook and thanking the population for getting vaccinated.

Apart from Denmark, several European countries, such as Ireland, France, and the Netherlands, have also eased Covid restrictions.

(With inputs from agencies)

Denmark became the first country in Europe to lift all Covid restrictions on Tuesday, despite rising cases and threats posed by a sub-variant of Omicron. Experts say that the Scandinavian country took the decision after considering its high vaccination rate to cope with the milder variant, adding that the virus no longer qualifies as a “critical threat”.

Denmark became the first country in Europe to lift all Covid restrictions on Tuesday, despite rising cases and threats posed by a sub-variant of Omicron. Experts say that the Scandinavian country took the decision after considering its high vaccination rate to cope with the milder variant, adding that the virus no longer qualifies as a “critical threat”. As of Tuesday, limits on indoor gatherings have been lifted, while the use of facemasks and Covid passes will no longer be mandatory. Only a few restrictions remain in place at the country's borders, for unvaccinated travellers arriving from non-Schengen countries. The latest decision to ease restrictions comes in the wake of Denmark registering around 40,000-50,000 new Covid cases a day, or almost 1 per cent of the country’s 5.8 million inhabitants. According to local media reports, over 60 per cent of Danes have received a third dose compared to EU average of just under 45%. Also read | COVID-19: Indian experts weigh in on 'NeoCoV' fears after Wuhan scientists issue warning The health authorities estimate that 80 per cent of the population are protected against severe forms of the disease. “We have an extremely high coverage of adults vaccinated with three doses,” epidemiologist Lone Simonsen of the University of Roskilde told AFP. Under the current Covid regulations, the Danish Health Authority “recommends” those who test positive to isolate for four days, while contact cases are no longer being asked to undergo quarantine. Also Read | US company T-Mobile to sack unvaccinated corporate staff on April 2, say reports Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen welcomed the move, writing "good morning to a completely open Denmark" on Facebook and thanking the population for getting vaccinated. Apart from Denmark, several European countries, such as Ireland, France, and the Netherlands, have also eased Covid restrictions. (With inputs from agencies)

Denmark becomes first European country to lift all Covid restrictions

COVID restrictions return around the world as cases continue to rise amid the holiday season. In this video, know where, what kind of restrictions have been imposed.

COVID restrictions return around the world as cases continue to rise