The United States has warned China over its pressure on Taiwan. The U.S. State department in a statement said that secretary of state Antony Blinken spoke with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and "expressed concern regarding china's continued military, diplomatic, and economic pressure against Taiwan".

US President Joe Biden, Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping set to meet virtually

On to Sudan now where 3 anti-coup protesters have been killed by Sudanese security personnel. The incident occurred during mass anti-coup rallies where tear gas shells were launched and even live bullets were fired at protesters rallying against last month's coup.

3 anti-coup protesters killed by Sudanese security personnel

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara Duterte-Carpio filed her candidacy for the post of vice-president in the elections to be held next year.

Philippines 'first daughter' will not seek presidency

U.N. climate talks ended Saturday with a deal that for the first time targeted fossil fuels as the key driver of global warming, even as coal-reliant countries lobbed last-minute objections.

Countries to reduce their reliance on coals

Saudi Arabia-led coalition says that it has killed more than 100 Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen's Marib and Al-Bayda.

Yemen: Saudi Arabia-led coalition targets Iran-backed Houthis

At least 68 prisoners have been killed more than 2 dozen injured in new fighting at an Ecuadorean prison. According to the govt officials, the disturbance was set off by a power vacuum following a gang leader's release.

Ecuador: At least 68 people dead in ghastly prison clash

Another blast has been reported in a mosque in Afghanistan. A bomb went off in Nangarhar province during Friday prayers, three dead and 20 people have been reported as injured, the priest of the mosque has also been injured. WION's Anas Mallick brings in all the latest developments.

Another Friday blast at Afghanistan's Nangarhar province; 3 killed, priest injured

Millions around the world are fleeing war, poverty and climate change. Is it incumbent upon countries to take in the migrant and give them asylum? While forced displacement is heart-breaking, countries too are stretched for resources. Palki Sharma tells you why migrants are a tricky issue.

Gravitas: Why migrants are a tricky issue around the World

The climate talks in Glasgow were supposed to conclude on the 12th of November but it seems the world leaders have exceeded their deadline. The conference president Alok Sharma made a final push for all parties to come on the same page.

Global carbon markets become hotly contested issue

During a 'health check' of London's Thames River, experts found sharks, eels, seals, and seahorses in the river which was once declared 'biologically dead'. The river had been declared 'biologically dead' in 1957, meaning it was believed that the water body could not sustain any wildlife and life forms.

United Kingdom: Once biologically dead, Thames now nurses sharks

the deteriorating air quality in and around the Indian capital has become a matter of high concern. A layer of eye-stinging smog continues for the 8th day. The govt. has put out an advisory for people living in Delhi NCR regions.

Delhi: Layer of eye-stinging smog continues for 8th day

Delegates remain hopeful of securing a deal as the COP26 climate summit enters its final phase. There has been a renewed focus on phasing out fossil fuels especially coal, in a bid to limit global warming to one-point-five degrees celsius.

COP26 climate summit enters its final phase

COVID-19 cases are surging again in Europe, and the region has become the epicenter of the pandemic once more. Countries are now ramping up their Covid-19 arsenal to again combat the latest outbreak.

Europe becomes Covid-19 epicenter yet again

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From&nbsp;Kurdish politician’s wife getting jail for a typo in miscarriage form in Turkey to&nbsp;Trump’s ex-advisor Bannon getting indicted for refusing to testify in&nbsp;Capitol riot case,&nbsp;we have it all.

You can also read about&nbsp;bees screaming as rallying call for defence when&nbsp;under attack by giant hornets.

Please click on the headline to read the full story.

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/grave-mistake-kurdish-politicians-wife-gets-jail-for-a-typo-in-miscarriage-form-in-turkey-428894">Kurdish politician’s wife gets jail for a typo in miscarriage form in Turkey</a>

<img alt="Brief 2" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="592c7fbd-4a39-4171-a08c-cb6668bfc989" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/D11.JPG" />

In yet another example of an “appalling” political persecution, the wife of a jailed Kurdish politician has been sentenced to jail for two-and-a-half years over a mistake in a medical report on a miscarriage. The case had begun in March 2018.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-former-advisor-steve-bannon-indicted-for-refusing-to-testify-for-capitol-riot-probe-428893">Capitol riot: Trump’s ex-advisor Bannon indicted for refusing to testify</a>

<img alt="Brief 3" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b7b85e0b-0f2a-488d-8727-896eab0768f9" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/D12.JPG" />

Former US president Donald Trump’s advisor Steve Bannon has been indicted after he refused to testify before a congressional committee investigating Capitol riot that took place in January 6 this year.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/under-attack-by-giant-hornets-bees-scream-as-rallying-call-for-defence-reveals-study-428901">Under attack by giant hornets, bees scream as rallying call for defence, reveals study&nbsp;</a>

<img alt="Brief 5" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b3d3c647-b992-4bb7-9dd1-8de44c2f53dc" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/D13.JPG" />

As per a new study, bees scream when they are under attack by giant “murder” hornets.&nbsp;This new defence mechanism was revealed by a study published in the Royal Society Open Science journal this week. As per the research, the bees release a “rallying call for collective defence” against the hornets.

&nbsp;

Watch | Gravitas:&nbsp;As Afghans face terror attacks, Taliban is busy in target practice

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-as-afghans-face-terror-attacks-taliban-is-busy-in-target-practice-428884/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

Watch | Gravitas: Why migrants are a tricky issue around the World

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-why-migrants-are-a-tricky-issue-around-the-world-428882/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From Kurdish politician’s wife getting jail for a typo in miscarriage form in Turkey to Trump’s ex-advisor Bannon getting indicted for refusing to testify in Capitol riot case, we have it all.

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From Kurdish politician’s wife getting jail for a typo in miscarriage form in Turkey to Trump’s ex-advisor Bannon getting indicted for refusing to testify in Capitol riot case, we have it all. You can also read about bees screaming as rallying call for defence when under attack by giant hornets. Please click on the headline to read the full story. Kurdish politician’s wife gets jail for a typo in miscarriage form in Turkey In yet another example of an “appalling” political persecution, the wife of a jailed Kurdish politician has been sentenced to jail for two-and-a-half years over a mistake in a medical report on a miscarriage. The case had begun in March 2018. Capitol riot: Trump’s ex-advisor Bannon indicted for refusing to testify Former US president Donald Trump’s advisor Steve Bannon has been indicted after he refused to testify before a congressional committee investigating Capitol riot that took place in January 6 this year. Under attack by giant hornets, bees scream as rallying call for defence, reveals study As per a new study, bees scream when they are under attack by giant “murder” hornets. This new defence mechanism was revealed by a study published in the Royal Society Open Science journal this week. As per the research, the bees release a “rallying call for collective defence” against the hornets. Watch | Gravitas: As Afghans face terror attacks, Taliban is busy in target practice × Watch | Gravitas: Why migrants are a tricky issue around the World ×

Morning news brief: Woman gets jail for typo, bees scream and more

Taiwanese political figures in favour of independence have been barred by Beijing from travelling to the mainland. The restrictions are part of an updated blacklist from Beijing which also includes family members of the said individuals. The ban also applies to those who finance their political campaigns.

Beijing stops Taiwanese political figures from travelling to the mainland

Popstar Britney Spears on Friday regained control of her personal life and her money when an LA judge ended a 13-year controversial conservatorship that became a cause to celebre for fans and critics of an arrangement typically meant to protect the elderly.

Britney Freed: judge dissolves spears' conservatorship

French President Emmanuel Macron hosts leaders and diplomats in Paris for an international conference on Friday aimed at Libya's political crisis. Ensuring Libya sticks to a plan to hold elections in December and turn a new page in its history.

France hosts international conference on Libya

The Turkish currency lira hai weakened to an all-time low against the USD. 1$ is approximately 10 Lira. The depreciation of the Turkish Lira hai gained pace over the last 2 months due to the monetary policy of Turkey's central bank.

Turkey: Lira depreciation gained pace in last 2 months

Qatar is not considering normalizing ties with Syria and hopes other countries will be discouraged from taking further steps with President Bashar al-Assad's government, foreign minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani said on Friday.

Qatar's Foreign Minister voiced halt to normalization with Syria

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From&nbsp;Xi Jinping's position getting cemented in history as Communist Party passed resolution to&nbsp;US court blocking National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel,&nbsp;we have it all.

You can also read about&nbsp;SpaceX capsule with crew of four getting welcomed aboard International Space Station,&nbsp;Western countries slamming Belarus and&nbsp;WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange looking to tie knot with partner Stella Moris in jail.

Please click on the headline to read the full story.

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinpings-position-cemented-in-history-as-chinas-communist-party-passes-resolution-428596">Xi Jinping's position cemented in history as Communist Party passes resolution</a>

<img alt="Brief 2" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="675977dd-bc8c-4cfa-ac3b-79957cf58583" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/R1.JPG" />

China’s ruling Communist Party has approved a resolution which has increased the President Xi Jinping’s status. This resolution was a conclusion of sixth plenary session of the party's 19th Central Committee.

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/temporary-victory-us-court-blocks-national-archives-from-sharing-trump-records-with-riots-panel-428590">US court blocks National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel</a>

<img alt="Brief 3" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6cd808bd-e4ef-4e3a-bf70-7a154b94fb9f" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/R2.JPG" />

In what can be called a temporary victory for former US president Donald Trump, a federal appeals court of the country granted a hold sought by the leader to block the National Archives from handing over documents to the January 6 House committee.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-capsule-with-crew-of-four-welcomed-aboard-international-space-station-428589">SpaceX capsule with crew of four welcomed aboard International Space Station</a>

<img alt="Brief 3" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c450b7d6-fc21-4eb0-a420-ee976ff9d6b3" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/R3.JPG" />

Four astronauts on Thursday have arrived at the International Space Station as they docked their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule with the orbiting laboratory, kicking off a 6-month long mission. Out of these four scientists, four come from NASA and one comes from the European Space Agency.

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/destabilising-neighboring-countries-western-countries-slam-belarus-428604">'Destabilising neighboring countries': Western countries slam Belarus</a>

<img alt="Brief 3" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="16133415-481d-4b6b-aa06-2adf8be78aa5" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/R4.JPG" />

After an emergency meeting at the UN Security Council, various European countries and the US condemned Belarus on Thursday due to the ongoing migrant situation. Hundreds of migrants are trapped on its border with Poland.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wikileaks-founder-julian-assange-to-tie-knot-with-partner-stella-moris-in-belmarsh-jail-428605">WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to tie knot with partner Stella Moris in jail</a>

<img alt="Brief 5" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2eb91763-db4f-4bce-885c-224d286267df" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Assange.jpg" />

In a win for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has been allowed to marry partner in Belmarsh jail.&nbsp;After applying to the prison governor, Assange was granted permission to marry his partner, Stella Moris. The couple have two children.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

Watch | Gravitas: Is Pakistan buying American weapons from Taliban?

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-is-pakistan-buying-american-weapons-from-taliban-428578/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From Xi Jinping's position getting cemented in history as Communist Party passed resolution to US court blocking National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel, we have it all.

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From Xi Jinping's position getting cemented in history as Communist Party passed resolution to US court blocking National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel, we have it all. You can also read about SpaceX capsule with crew of four getting welcomed aboard International Space Station, Western countries slamming Belarus and WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange looking to tie knot with partner Stella Moris in jail. Please click on the headline to read the full story. Xi Jinping's position cemented in history as Communist Party passes resolution China’s ruling Communist Party has approved a resolution which has increased the President Xi Jinping’s status. This resolution was a conclusion of sixth plenary session of the party's 19th Central Committee. US court blocks National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel In what can be called a temporary victory for former US president Donald Trump, a federal appeals court of the country granted a hold sought by the leader to block the National Archives from handing over documents to the January 6 House committee. SpaceX capsule with crew of four welcomed aboard International Space Station Four astronauts on Thursday have arrived at the International Space Station as they docked their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule with the orbiting laboratory, kicking off a 6-month long mission. Out of these four scientists, four come from NASA and one comes from the European Space Agency. 'Destabilising neighboring countries': Western countries slam Belarus After an emergency meeting at the UN Security Council, various European countries and the US condemned Belarus on Thursday due to the ongoing migrant situation. Hundreds of migrants are trapped on its border with Poland. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to tie knot with partner Stella Moris in jail In a win for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has been allowed to marry partner in Belmarsh jail. After applying to the prison governor, Assange was granted permission to marry his partner, Stella Moris. The couple have two children. Watch | Gravitas: Is Pakistan buying American weapons from Taliban? ×

Morning news brief: Jinping's position cemented, Assange to tie knot and more

Abiy Ahmed's government is locked in a year-long war with the Tigrayan people's liberation front (TPLF). Ethiopia has now outlined conditions for possible talks with rebels from the country's war-hit Tigray region.

Escalation of Tigray crisis, Ethiopia sets out terms of possible attacks

Another blast has been reported in a mosque in Afghanistan. A bomb went off in Nangarhar province during Friday prayers, 35 people have been reported as injured. WION's Anas Malick brings in all the latest developments.

Afghanistan: Blast hits mosque in Nangarhar province, 35 people reported injured

Former Afghan minister Khalid Payenda said most of the 300,000-strong army and police force "did not exist" and that generals added the phantom personnel to official lists so they could take their wages. In an announcement at the COP26 summit, the world's two biggest CO2 emitters pledged to cooperate.&nbsp;As Germany continues to battle with the fourth wave of deadly coronavirus, a top virologist has warned that a further 100,000 people can die.&nbsp;

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-easily-won-afghanistan-because-300000-strong-army-did-not-exist-ex-finance-minister-428379">Taliban easily won Afghanistan because 300,000-strong army did not exist: Ex-finance minister</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/20508-2017-03-28t230620z_1_lynxmped2r1vz_rtroptp_4_afghanistan-specialforces-20170329121835.JPG" />

Khalid Payenda said most of the 300,000-strong army and police officers did not exist and that generals added the phantom personnel to official lists so they could take their wages.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-us-and-china-issue-joint-pledge-to-boost-climate-co-operation-428371">COP26: US and China issue joint pledge to boost climate co-operation</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/11/221027-untitled-design-3.jpg" />

The pact also asks for "concrete and realistic" rules on decarbonisation, methane emissions reduction, and deforestation prevention.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/real-emergency-top-virologist-warns-of-100000-deaths-as-cases-continue-to-surge-in-germany-428381">'Real emergency': Top virologist warns of 100,000 deaths as cases continue to surge in Germany</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/06/172803-coronavirus-in-germany.jpg" />Saxony has the highest seven-day infection rate in Germany with 459 cases per 100,000 people. The German state has now banned unvaccinated people from bars, restaurants, public events and leisure facilities. 
 
Watch | Mahmoud Abbas vs Mansour Abbas, namesakes on opposite sides of conflict

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mahmoud-abbas-vs-mansour-abbas-namesakes-on-opposite-sides-of-conflict-428355/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

Watch | Gravitas: Army, Extremists &amp; now Pakistan's judiciary corners Imran Khan

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-army-extremists-now-pakistans-judiciary-corners-imran-khan-428348/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

Former Afghan minister Khalid Payenda said most of the 300,000-strong army and police force "did not exist" and that generals added the phantom personnel to official lists so they could take their wages.

Former Afghan minister Khalid Payenda said most of the 300,000-strong army and police force "did not exist" and that generals added the phantom personnel to official lists so they could take their wages. In an announcement at the COP26 summit, the world's two biggest CO2 emitters pledged to cooperate. As Germany continues to battle with the fourth wave of deadly coronavirus, a top virologist has warned that a further 100,000 people can die. Click on headlines to read more Taliban easily won Afghanistan because 300,000-strong army did not exist: Ex-finance minister Khalid Payenda said most of the 300,000-strong army and police officers did not exist and that generals added the phantom personnel to official lists so they could take their wages. COP26: US and China issue joint pledge to boost climate co-operation The pact also asks for "concrete and realistic" rules on decarbonisation, methane emissions reduction, and deforestation prevention. 'Real emergency': Top virologist warns of 100,000 deaths as cases continue to surge in Germany Saxony has the highest seven-day infection rate in Germany with 459 cases per 100,000 people. The German state has now banned unvaccinated people from bars, restaurants, public events and leisure facilities. Watch | Mahmoud Abbas vs Mansour Abbas, namesakes on opposite sides of conflict Watch | Gravitas: Army, Extremists & now Pakistan's judiciary corners Imran Khan

Morning news brief: Afghanistan's 'ghost army', COP26 and more

According to reports, the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas has been trying for months to meet with the leader of the Israeli Islamist party Mansour Abbas, they may share a name but not the same outlook.

When will Palestinian Abbas meet Israeli Abbas?

Mahmoud Abbas vs Mansour Abbas, namesakes on opposite sides of conflict

Mateusz Morawiecki, Poland's Prime Minister, has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of engineering the migration crisis on the country's border with Belarus.The World Health Organization's chief scientist expressed excitement about the "second generation" of COVID-19 vaccinations, which might include nasal sprays and oral forms, on Tuesday.After facing backlash, officials in Pakistan’s Islamabad city have restored a land for the construction of a temple for the minority Hindu community.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-masterminding-the-migrant-crisis-at-poland-belarus-border-says-morawiecki-428130">Putin is masterminding the migrant crisis at Poland-Belarus border says Morawiecki</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/10/220880-untitled-design.jpg" />

According to the Poland's Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, the situation at the border is part of Russia's campaign to destabilise an area that it ruled during the Soviet era.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasal-sprays-and-oral-doses-who-looking-forward-to-second-generation-of-covid-19-vaccines-428133">'Nasal sprays and oral doses': WHO looking forward to second generation of COVID-19 vaccines</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/22/170715-untitled-design.jpg" />

According to Swaminathan, 129 distinct candidate vaccines have proceeded to clinical trials (being tested on humans), while a further 194 are not yet that far along in their research and are still being worked on in laboratories.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-officials-restore-land-for-islamabads-first-hindu-temple-following-backlash-428136">Pakistan officials restore land for Islamabad's first Hindu temple following backlash</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/10/220884-pak.jpg" />

There is no temple and cremation centre in Islamabad for the Hindu community. After a lot of effort by the Hindu community and on the direction of the Human Right Commission of Pakistan, the CDA allotted the four kanals to the community in 2016.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-malala-yousafzai-marries-at-her-home-shares-beautiful-pictures-of-the-ceremony-428125">Malala Yousafzai marries at her home, shares beautiful pictures of the ceremony</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/10/220879-untitled-design-2021-11-10t073944280.jpg" />Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai is now married. The 24-year Pakistani human rights campaigner announced her marriage to Asser Malik on her social media pages and shared beautiful pictures of the intimate ceremony that took place at her home in Britain.&nbsp; 
 
Watch | Gravitas: Indian Army 'General' title for Nepal Army chief

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-indian-army-general-title-for-nepal-army-chief-428114/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan strikes 'ceasefire agreement' with Tehreek-e-Taliban

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-pakistan-strikes-ceasefire-agreement-with-tehreek-e-taliban-428112/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

Mateusz Morawiecki, Poland's Prime Minister, has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of engineering the migration crisis on the country's border with Belarus.

Mateusz Morawiecki, Poland's Prime Minister, has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of engineering the migration crisis on the country's border with Belarus.The World Health Organization's chief scientist expressed excitement about the "second generation" of COVID-19 vaccinations, which might include nasal sprays and oral forms, on Tuesday.After facing backlash, officials in Pakistan’s Islamabad city have restored a land for the construction of a temple for the minority Hindu community. Putin is masterminding the migrant crisis at Poland-Belarus border says Morawiecki According to the Poland's Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, the situation at the border is part of Russia's campaign to destabilise an area that it ruled during the Soviet era. 'Nasal sprays and oral doses': WHO looking forward to second generation of COVID-19 vaccines According to Swaminathan, 129 distinct candidate vaccines have proceeded to clinical trials (being tested on humans), while a further 194 are not yet that far along in their research and are still being worked on in laboratories. Pakistan officials restore land for Islamabad's first Hindu temple following backlash There is no temple and cremation centre in Islamabad for the Hindu community. After a lot of effort by the Hindu community and on the direction of the Human Right Commission of Pakistan, the CDA allotted the four kanals to the community in 2016. Malala Yousafzai marries at her home, shares beautiful pictures of the ceremony Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai is now married. The 24-year Pakistani human rights campaigner announced her marriage to Asser Malik on her social media pages and shared beautiful pictures of the intimate ceremony that took place at her home in Britain. Watch | Gravitas: Indian Army 'General' title for Nepal Army chief Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan strikes 'ceasefire agreement' with Tehreek-e-Taliban

Morning news brief: Poland-Belarus migrant crisis, COVID-19 vaccines and more

Heavy rainfall lashes the island nation of Sri Lanka resulting in severe flash floods as the low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal is likely to turn into a depression; at least 16 people were killed, many are set to be missing.

Heavy rainfall in Sri Lanka, depression to reach North Tamil Nadu coast

The United States has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated overseas travellers, accepting people who had been barred from entering the country for the last 20 months.Legislators investigating the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 have now slapped subpoenas on top Donald Trump aides charged with plotting to overturn the defeat in a 'war room' at a luxury Washington hotel. After a surge of illegal migration from the Belarus border, Poland recently said that it has blocked various attempts by hundreds of migrants to illegally enter the country as it warned of an "armed" escalation.&nbsp;

Click on headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-opens-border-to-fully-vaccinated-international-travelers-benefiting-airlines-427858">US opens border to fully vaccinated international travellers, benefiting airlines</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/31086-us-airport-20171025054500.JPG" />

The ban, which was implemented by former US President Donald Trump in early 2020 and increased by Vice President Joe Biden earlier this year, barred travellers from 33 nations, including the United Kingdom, much of Europe, China, Brazil, and South Africa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/capitol-hill-violence-investigation-committee-issues-subpoenas-to-top-trump-lieutenants-427861">Capitol Hill violence: Investigation committee issues subpoenas to top Trump lieutenants</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/17/178762-us-capitol-attack.jpg" />

Legislators investigating the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 have now slapped subpoenas on top Donald Trump aides charged with plotting to overturn the defeat in a 'war room' at a luxury Washington hotel.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/orchestrated-influx-poland-blocks-migrants-at-belarus-border-as-it-warns-of-an-armed-escalation-427860">'Orchestrated influx': Poland blocks migrants at Belarus border as it warns of an 'armed' escalation</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/09/220707-0009ra3vh.jpg" />

Not just Poland, but Lithuania and Latvia have also raised issues of a surge in the number of people trying to enter their countries from Belarus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-covid-19-cases-surge-in-europe-who-top-official-urges-us-to-pay-attention-427863">As COVID-19 cases surge in Europe, WHO top official urges US to pay attention</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/14/202384-2.jpg" />Coronavirus cases have been surging all across Europe. While speaking to CBS News, WHO top official, Dr Hans Kluge has warned that the United States should pay close attention. "If you look at the last four weeks, the hospitalisations have doubled," he said. 
 
Watch | South Asia Diary | Farmers in Bangladesh adjust to unpredictable conditions

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/south-asia-diary-farmers-in-bangladesh-adjust-to-unpredictable-conditions-427844/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

Watch | Gravitas | Haqqanis "fail" in their attempt to takeover Afghan Cricket Board

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-haqqanis-fail-in-their-attempt-to-takeover-afghan-cricket-board-427843/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

The United States has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated overseas travellers, accepting people who had been barred from entering the country for the last 20 months.

The United States has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated overseas travellers, accepting people who had been barred from entering the country for the last 20 months.Legislators investigating the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 have now slapped subpoenas on top Donald Trump aides charged with plotting to overturn the defeat in a 'war room' at a luxury Washington hotel. After a surge of illegal migration from the Belarus border, Poland recently said that it has blocked various attempts by hundreds of migrants to illegally enter the country as it warned of an "armed" escalation. Click on headlines to read more: US opens border to fully vaccinated international travellers, benefiting airlines The ban, which was implemented by former US President Donald Trump in early 2020 and increased by Vice President Joe Biden earlier this year, barred travellers from 33 nations, including the United Kingdom, much of Europe, China, Brazil, and South Africa. Capitol Hill violence: Investigation committee issues subpoenas to top Trump lieutenants Legislators investigating the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 have now slapped subpoenas on top Donald Trump aides charged with plotting to overturn the defeat in a 'war room' at a luxury Washington hotel. 'Orchestrated influx': Poland blocks migrants at Belarus border as it warns of an 'armed' escalation Not just Poland, but Lithuania and Latvia have also raised issues of a surge in the number of people trying to enter their countries from Belarus. As COVID-19 cases surge in Europe, WHO top official urges US to pay attention Coronavirus cases have been surging all across Europe. While speaking to CBS News, WHO top official, Dr Hans Kluge has warned that the United States should pay close attention. "If you look at the last four weeks, the hospitalisations have doubled," he said. Watch | South Asia Diary | Farmers in Bangladesh adjust to unpredictable conditions Watch | Gravitas | Haqqanis "fail" in their attempt to takeover Afghan Cricket Board

Morning news brief: COVID-19 in Europe, the Poland-Belarus border, and more

Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has said&nbsp;Belarus was engaging in a&nbsp;"hybrid attack"&nbsp;as he defiantly maintained that the country won't be "intimidated and will defend peace in Europe with our partners from NATO and EU."&nbsp;Taiwan's ministry said the&nbsp;People's Liberation Army&nbsp;(PLA) has the capability to cut off "air and sea lines of communication and impact the flow of our military supplies and logistic resources".

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-accuses-lukashenkos-regime-of-hybrid-attack-amid-migrant-crisis-428032" hreflang="en">Poland accuses Lukashenko’s regime of 'hybrid attack' amid migrant crisis</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="0f904f11-fa49-41ef-aaba-5e8ae2aba162" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%289%29_58.jpg" />

Poland's defence ministry had said that migrants who have set up camp in the Kuznica region were being 'guarded'&nbsp;by Belarusian services

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-armed-forces-can-blockade-harbours-airports-taiwan-428020" hreflang="en">China’s armed forces can blockade harbours &amp; airports: Taiwan</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3ab6f57b-5c6f-4dd1-a6c4-4804bf5056c2" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_8Z2836.jpg" />

Taiwan's defence ministry has said the&nbsp;Chinese army&nbsp;is capable of "performing local joint blockade against critical harbours airports, and outbound flight routes".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-why-did-meta-block-hashtag-used-for-celebrity-chef-nusret-gokce-428018">Why did Meta block hashtag used for celebrity chef Nusret Gokce?</a>

<img alt="vf" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5cdcbd64-81c9-49a5-860f-d2de0ea55395" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%286%29_80.jpg" />

A video showing a powerful Vietnamese official enjoying a bite of steak smothered in gold leaf at a luxury London restaurant has sparked online anger in the Southeast Asian country, where the average person earns a few dollars a day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/peoples-war-now-chinese-city-offers-cash-for-coronavirus-clues-428008">'People’s war': Now, Chinese city offers cash for coronavirus clues</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f7439e6e-515b-45a1-80cb-0dd5a2569bb8" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%288%29_69.jpg" />

As coronavirus cases continue to mount in China, reports claim authorities in a city&nbsp;on&nbsp;Russia's border&nbsp;have offered up to $15,500 as a reward for information "to uncover the source of virus outbreak".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-delivers-advanced-warship-to-pakistan-with-air-defence-capability-427977">China delivers advanced warship to Pak with air defence capability</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="150db57e-9222-4fac-9881-97cfb69be3e1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/pns-tughril-pakistan-navy-commissions-advanced-warship-in-china-1636377075-8536.jpg" />

The ship is a Type 054A/P frigate which has been named&nbsp;PNS Tughril&nbsp;by the Pakistan Navy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scary-vision-of-future-rise-in-temperature-by-just-2c-will-make-1-billion-people-suffer-427997" hreflang="en">'Scary vision of future': Rise in temperature by just 2C will make 1 billion people suffer</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="002dc033-359f-46cb-b59b-0bd471209614" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_9PY7RT.jpg" />

Scientists have warned that one billion people could suffer the severe impact of a mere rise of two degrees in global temperature.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/niger-collapse-of-artisanal-gold-mine-kills-at-least-18-427994" hreflang="en">Niger: Collapse of artisanal gold mine kills at least 18</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="44ab9064-dc0f-4606-9cac-b29ce3c41bc1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/55e1470669.jpg" />

The gold mine collapse took place in Maradi region in southern Niger, near the border with Nigeria.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-shot-by-kyle-rittenhouse-calls-him-an-active-shooter-calls-use-of-gun-self-defence-427985" hreflang="en">Man shot by Kyle Rittenhouse calls him an 'active shooter,' calls use of gun 'self-defence'</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9631a91d-0818-47e3-a86b-31cc5cc80e22" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%284%29_108.jpg" />

He believed the US teenager was an "active shooter" and was trying to disarm Rittenhouse at the time because he thought otherwise he would die.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/urea-shortage-poses-threat-to-south-koreas-transport-and-energy-industries-427976" hreflang="en">Urea shortage poses threat to South Korea's transport and energy industries</a>

<img alt="vf" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f85a86da-ef28-42ef-a9f2-b36dc1672953" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%2810%29_50.jpg" />

South Korea is flying a military oil tanker to Australia this week to airlift 27,000 litres of&nbsp;urea&nbsp;solution, used in diesel vehicles and factories to cut emissions, amid a dire shortage threatening to stall commercial transport and industries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/verdict-next-month-in-covid-rules-trial-of-myanmars-suu-kyi-reveals-source-427963" hreflang="en">Verdict next month in Covid rules trial of Myanmar's Suu Kyi, reveals source</a>

<img alt="cd" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="28121aab-9f40-407b-9169-5c902012e4d7" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%2811%29_45.jpg" />

A Myanmar junta court will give its verdict next month on whether ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi broke coronavirus rules during elections her party won last year, a source said.

Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has said Belarus was engaging in a "hybrid attack" as he defiantly maintained that the country won't be "intimidated and will defend peace in Europe with our partners from NATO and EU.

Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has said Belarus was engaging in a "hybrid attack" as he defiantly maintained that the country won't be "intimidated and will defend peace in Europe with our partners from NATO and EU." Taiwan's ministry said the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has the capability to cut off "air and sea lines of communication and impact the flow of our military supplies and logistic resources". Click on headlines to read more Poland accuses Lukashenko’s regime of 'hybrid attack' amid migrant crisis Poland's defence ministry had said that migrants who have set up camp in the Kuznica region were being 'guarded' by Belarusian services China’s armed forces can blockade harbours & airports: Taiwan Taiwan's defence ministry has said the Chinese army is capable of "performing local joint blockade against critical harbours airports, and outbound flight routes". Why did Meta block hashtag used for celebrity chef Nusret Gokce? A video showing a powerful Vietnamese official enjoying a bite of steak smothered in gold leaf at a luxury London restaurant has sparked online anger in the Southeast Asian country, where the average person earns a few dollars a day. 'People’s war': Now, Chinese city offers cash for coronavirus clues As coronavirus cases continue to mount in China, reports claim authorities in a city on Russia's border have offered up to $15,500 as a reward for information "to uncover the source of virus outbreak". China delivers advanced warship to Pak with air defence capability The ship is a Type 054A/P frigate which has been named PNS Tughril by the Pakistan Navy. 'Scary vision of future': Rise in temperature by just 2C will make 1 billion people suffer Scientists have warned that one billion people could suffer the severe impact of a mere rise of two degrees in global temperature. Niger: Collapse of artisanal gold mine kills at least 18 The gold mine collapse took place in Maradi region in southern Niger, near the border with Nigeria. Man shot by Kyle Rittenhouse calls him an 'active shooter,' calls use of gun 'self-defence' He believed the US teenager was an "active shooter" and was trying to disarm Rittenhouse at the time because he thought otherwise he would die. Urea shortage poses threat to South Korea's transport and energy industries South Korea is flying a military oil tanker to Australia this week to airlift 27,000 litres of urea solution, used in diesel vehicles and factories to cut emissions, amid a dire shortage threatening to stall commercial transport and industries. Verdict next month in Covid rules trial of Myanmar's Suu Kyi, reveals source A Myanmar junta court will give its verdict next month on whether ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi broke coronavirus rules during elections her party won last year, a source said.

Top 10 world news: Poland accuses Lukashenko of 'hybrid attack' and more

Nations are in the final week of negotiations on climate action in Glasgow. What will be analysed is whether countries will stand up to what they said or will it be like previous summits where goals have been set but have rarely been met.

Vulnerable nations at COP26 seek urgent action

UK PM Boris Johnson is under growing pressure over claims of sleaze. Last week, he tried to overhaul rules around standards and behaviours of lawmakers with critics insisting it was to save a conservative MP from suspension.

Sleaze claims against PM Boris Johnson, corruption claims roil UK government

world-news

World News, News on World News, stories on World News, articles on World News, World News stories at Wion, World News news, World News latest news