Afghans are growing desperate to escape life under the Taliban's rule. This comes as US President Joe Biden makes it official that US-led evacuations will end next week. On the second hand, World Health Organization is running out of medical supplies in Afghanistan, and WHO is also concerned about rising COVID cases in the country.

WHO running out Of medical supplies In Afghanistan

The US Congress has now approved a whopping 3.5 trillion dollar budget blueprint, setting the stage for the democrats to implement President Joe Biden's economic agenda.

United States House approves President Joe Biden's budget plan

The world has been watching heartbreaking scenes coming from Afghanistan. Around 16,000 Afghans were evacuated by the US in 24 hours from the Kabul International Airport. What about those left behind?

Afghanistan: What will happen to those left behind ?

In flack for mishandling the Afghanistan crisis, British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab dismissed all allegations against him of not dealing with the issue effectively.

British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab dismisses calls to resign

Five members of an all-girl Afghan robotics team arrived in Mexico, fleeing an uncertain future at home after the recent collapse of the US-backed government and takeover by the Taliban militant group.

Members of Afghan all-girls Robotics team reaches Mexico

More than 5 Billion COVID-19 vaccination have been administered around the world but vaccine inequity continues to be a huge cause for concern.

Coronavirus Update: Vaccine inequity damaging international solidarity

Ahmad Wali Massoud, Founder and President of Massoud Foundation, speaks with WION on the ongoing situation of Afghanistan. Watch this report to know more.

Founder and President of Massoud foundation, Ahmad Wali Massoud speaks with WION

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country just when Taliban were entering Kabul. WION spoke exclusively with his brother Hashmat Ghani.US military planes are doing rapid diving combat landings to beat the threat of a missile attack, with video showing a French transport plane yesterday deploying flares designed to confuse heat-seeking technology which may have been stolen by Islamic State in Afghanistan.US military planes are doing rapid diving combat landings to beat the threat of a missile attack, with video showing a French transport plane yesterday deploying flares designed to confuse heat-seeking technology which may have been stolen by Islamic State in Afghanistan.

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Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country just when Taliban were entering Kabul. WION spoke exclusively with his brother Hashmat Ghani.US military planes are doing rapid diving combat landings to beat the threat of a missile attack, with video showing a French transport plane yesterday deploying flares designed to confuse heat-seeking technology which may have been stolen by Islamic State in Afghanistan.

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country just when Taliban were entering Kabul. WION spoke exclusively with his brother Hashmat Ghani.US military planes are doing rapid diving combat landings to beat the threat of a missile attack, with video showing a French transport plane yesterday deploying flares designed to confuse heat-seeking technology which may have been stolen by Islamic State in Afghanistan.US military planes are doing rapid diving combat landings to beat the threat of a missile attack, with video showing a French transport plane yesterday deploying flares designed to confuse heat-seeking technology which may have been stolen by Islamic State in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Watch | Plan was to assassinate Ashraf Ghani, says former Afghan Prez's brother Hashmat Ghani Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country just when Taliban were entering Kabul. WION spoke exclusively with his brother Hashmat Ghani. Watch: US jets evacuating Afghans make ‘diving combat landings’, drop flares amid ISIS missile fears Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani's brother Hashmat Ghani has dismissed reports of his joining the Taliban saying he has "accepted their rule" but "accepted not to join them". Taliban warn of 'consequences' if US troops withdrawal deadline of August 31 is not met Amidst the calls for extension of US troops withdrawal deadline, the Taliban have issued a stark warning against the move. Ex-NASA scientist's Earth-saving idea involves stealing energy from Jupiter Sun is a source that sustains all life on Earth. But there will come a time when the Sun will begin to run out of the fuel a billion years from now. At this time, Sun will expand in size and literally burn our planet. There will be no escape. 'You are not a cow, You are not a horse': FDA warns against using ‘animal drug’ ivermectin to treat COVID-19 The US Food and Drug Agency (FDA) has issued a warning to people who are self-medicating with ivermectin tablets to treat COVID-19 symptoms, saying that it has not authorised the use of drugs for treating the infection as it is “intended to treat livestock.” Watch: Tanzania's President slammed for her 'flat-chested' women footballers remarks Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan is facing strong criticism over her controversial remarks about women footballers having "flat chests" and also suggesting that they would not be attractive candidates for marriage. Watch | Massoud: Only way forward is through negotiation Watch | Pakistan and Turkey welcome Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan Watch | Afghanistan crisis: 504 Nepalis have returned home Watch | Russian fairy tales brought to life at museum

Top 10 world news: Afghanistan crisis, COVID-19 vaccines, and more

As the Taliban swept into power across Afghanistan, Afghan women losing gains made in the last 20 years. Watch this report to know more.

Afghan women losing gains made in the last 20 years

On Saturday, an Afghan woman gave birth on board a U.S. evacuation plane moments after landing at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, the U.S. Air Force said.

Afghan refugee gives birth on U.S. evacuation plane at Ramstein Air Base

Indian Air Force special repatriation flight from Kabul with 168 evacuees has landed at the Hindan air base. The flight included 107 Indian Nationals and over 20 Afghan Sikhs. The evacuation from Kabul took place through Indian Air Force C-17 plane.

Indian flight from Kabul lands at Hindan Airbase

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account. Additionally,&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin said&nbsp;he does not want Afghanistan militants arriving under the guise of refugees. Meanwhile,&nbsp;Israel has now launched a Covid antibody test for children as young as three years old.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnson-convenes-g7-to-discuss-afghanistan-crisis-407639" hreflang="en">UK PM Boris Johnson convenes G7 to discuss Afghanistan crisis</a>

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'It is vital that the international community works together to ensure safe evacuations, prevent a humanitarian crisis and support the Afghan people to secure the gains of the last 20 years,' Johnson tweeted.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-blames-us-for-chaos-at-kabul-airport-says-peace-in-rest-of-afghanistan-407638">Taliban blames US for ‘chaos’ at Kabul airport, says peace in rest of Afghan</a>

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For the past one week, Kabul airport has been witnessing desperate scenes with a large number of Afghan civilians and foreigners swamping the area in a desperate attempt to flee the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-launches-antibody-testing-programme-for-3-year-old-children-407635">Israel launches antibody testing programme for 3 year old children</a>

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Israel has now launched an antibody test for children as young as three years old.&nbsp;The process has started at a time when the students are gearing up to return to schools for a new academic year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lithuania-agree-on-bilateral-coordination-action-against-china-over-taiwan-row-407615" hreflang="en">US, Lithuania agree on ‘bilateral coordination action’ against China over Taiwan row</a>

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US secretary of state Antony Blinken spoke with Lithuania`s foreign minister Gabrielius Landsbergis on Saturday, after China on August 10 threatened to withdraw its ambassador to Vilnius and asked the latter to recall their envoy from Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-20-died-in-a-week-during-evacuation-at-kabul-airport-nato-official-407622">At least 20 died in a week during evacuation at Kabul airport: NATO official</a>

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On Saturday, the United States and Germany told their citizens in Afghanistan to avoid travelling to Kabul airport, citing security risks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-woman-gives-birth-to-baby-girl-on-us-aircraft-at-germany-air-base-407619" hreflang="en">Afghan woman gives birth to baby girl on US aircraft at Germany air base</a>

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When the aircraft was at its flight altitude, above 28,000 feet (8,534 meters), the mother began to have complications due to the lower air pressure in the plane, the US Air Force said. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reports-record-covid-deaths-as-country-lifts-all-restrictions-407649" hreflang="en">Iran reports record Covid deaths as country lifts all restrictions</a>

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Iran’s health ministry has reported 36,419 coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours taking the total tally of Covid cases in the country to 4,677,114.

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The eight-foot alligator, known as Darth Gator — after the Star Wars theme — suddenly attacked its handler by clamping its jaws down on her hand.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-dispatch-18-commercial-aircraft-to-lift-us-citizens-vulnerable-afghans-from-kabul-407644" hreflang="en">US to dispatch 18 commercial aircraft to lift US citizens, ‘vulnerable’ Afghans from Kabul</a>

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The United States will be sending 18 commercial planes to expedite the evacuation process, President Joe Biden said on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-scientists-look-to-half-boosters-to-save-vaccine-for-third-world-countries-407620" hreflang="en">UK scientists look to half boosters to save vaccine for third world countries</a>

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Some members of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) are experimenting on what is being dubbed as "fractional doses".

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account.

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account. Additionally, Russian President Vladimir Putin said he does not want Afghanistan militants arriving under the guise of refugees. Meanwhile, Israel has now launched a Covid antibody test for children as young as three years old. Click on headlines to read more UK PM Boris Johnson convenes G7 to discuss Afghanistan crisis 'It is vital that the international community works together to ensure safe evacuations, prevent a humanitarian crisis and support the Afghan people to secure the gains of the last 20 years,' Johnson tweeted. Taliban blames US for ‘chaos’ at Kabul airport, says peace in rest of Afghan For the past one week, Kabul airport has been witnessing desperate scenes with a large number of Afghan civilians and foreigners swamping the area in a desperate attempt to flee the country. Israel launches antibody testing programme for 3 year old children Israel has now launched an antibody test for children as young as three years old. The process has started at a time when the students are gearing up to return to schools for a new academic year. US, Lithuania agree on ‘bilateral coordination action’ against China over Taiwan row US secretary of state Antony Blinken spoke with Lithuania`s foreign minister Gabrielius Landsbergis on Saturday, after China on August 10 threatened to withdraw its ambassador to Vilnius and asked the latter to recall their envoy from Beijing. At least 20 died in a week during evacuation at Kabul airport: NATO official On Saturday, the United States and Germany told their citizens in Afghanistan to avoid travelling to Kabul airport, citing security risks. Afghan woman gives birth to baby girl on US aircraft at Germany air base When the aircraft was at its flight altitude, above 28,000 feet (8,534 meters), the mother began to have complications due to the lower air pressure in the plane, the US Air Force said. Iran reports record Covid deaths as country lifts all restrictions Iran’s health ministry has reported 36,419 coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours taking the total tally of Covid cases in the country to 4,677,114. 'I love him': Animal handler comes to rescue of alligator after it attacks her The eight-foot alligator, known as Darth Gator — after the Star Wars theme — suddenly attacked its handler by clamping its jaws down on her hand. US to dispatch 18 commercial aircraft to lift US citizens, ‘vulnerable’ Afghans from Kabul The United States will be sending 18 commercial planes to expedite the evacuation process, President Joe Biden said on Sunday. UK scientists look to half boosters to save vaccine for third world countries Some members of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) are experimenting on what is being dubbed as "fractional doses".

Top 10 world news: Baby born on Afghan evacuation flight, Antibody test for 3 year olds, and more

According to the National Hurricane Center, fierce winds and heavy rains could batter the US East Coast with the arrival of Hurricane Henri, which could produce dangerous storm surge and flooding across the region.

Heavy winds and rains could batter the US East Coast with the arrival of Hurricane Henri

The Taliban has blamed the US for the evacuation chaos unfolding in Kabul. Now Kabul airport has been witnessing a mad dash of thousands of Afghans and foreign nationals fleeing the country ever since the Taliban seized power a week ago, despite repeated assurances from the Taliban.

Taliban: US failed to bring order to the airport

Israeli aircraft have launched attacks on Hamas targets in Gaza strip on Saturday. In the latest escalation in hostilities between the two forces the strike came in response to the clashes between the Israeli troops and the Palestinian protesters that left dozens injured including an Israeli police officer.

Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza after border clashes

Multiple protests being held across the world for the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. In Spain and England hundreds came out in solidarity with the Afghan people. Watch this report to know more.

England and Spain witness solidarity protests for people in Afghanistan

Now the Lebanese economy is in a deep crisis. Its currency has devalued by a staggering 75 percent in the course of the last year. Now the country has been hit by crippling fuel shortages.

Lebanese Pound has devalued by 85% in the last year

Afghan Parliament Member Nabiullah Baz speaks with WION on the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. Watch this report to know more.

Afghan Parliament Member Nabiullah Baz speaks with WION

As Taliban's&nbsp;co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar reached Afghanistan's capital city Kabul, reports have started coming in from the country that claim government employees are being sent back to home from their workplaces. On the other hand, Taliban's websites went offline abruptly, as social media giants started a crackdown on all terrorist group-related account. Meanwhile, Pakistan locals are now protesting against the electricity and water shortage in Gwadar and they believe all resources are being misused by Chinese nationals who are in Pakistan for China's belt and road project.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-locals-protest-covid-health-pass-for-sixth-consecutive-weekend-407489" hreflang="en">French locals protest Covid 'health pass' for sixth consecutive weekend</a>'

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Locals believe the 'health pass' and the 'vaccine passport' will bring a divide in the society and it can lead to the society being looked at in two different parts: the vaccinated and non-vaccinated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-alternative-to-taliban-any-kind-of-resistance-will-fail-russian-envoy-to-afghanistan-407450">No alternative to Taliban: Russian envoy to Afghanistan</a>

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Russia's ambassador to Afghanistan Dmitry Zhirnov has said there is no alternative to Taliban in Afghanistan and added that any kind of resistance to the Islamist group would fail.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/haiti-pm-promises-elections-to-be-held-very-soon-as-country-recovers-from-deadly-earthquake-407441">Haiti PM promises elections to be held soon, as nation recovers from quake</a>

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Haiti PM Ariel Henry announced that the elections will, most probably, take place on November 07. The first round was earlier scheduled for September but keeping in mind the recent tragedies in the world, that would not have been possible.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/switzerland-postpones-evacuation-plans-as-security-at-kabul-airport-worsens-407480">Switzerland postpones evacuation plans as security at Kabul airport worsens</a>

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In the wake of worsening security situation at Kabul airport, Switzerland has decided to postpone a charter flight to Uzbekistan aimed at helping the evacuation effort from Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-locals-protest-against-chinas-belt-and-road-project-407459">Pakistan locals protest against China's belt and road project</a>

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Pakistan locals demanded the government to put a stop on the illegal fishing by Chinese nationals in the area. The locals alleged that Chinese residents have been fishing in the nearby waters and taking the caught fishes back to China to sell.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vatican-bans-former-polish-archbishop-from-public-services-for-covering-up-child-abuse-407490" hreflang="en">Vatican bans former Polish archbishop from public services for covering up child abuse</a>

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The Vatican has banned the former archbishop of Wroclaw in Poland from taking part in any public ceremonies, following his alleged role in “covering up” child sexual abuse cases in the church.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-classrooms-to-have-air-quality-monitors-to-fight-covid-education-minister-407481" hreflang="en">UK classrooms to have air quality monitors to fight Covid: Education Minister</a>

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UK’s education secretary Gavin Williamson announced that all classrooms will now be fitted with air quality monitors once the state schools and colleges reopen after the summer holidays.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zimbabwe-man-charged-with-rape-after-15-year-old-victim-dies-giving-birth-407456" hreflang="en">Zimbabwe: Man charged with rape after 15-year-old victim dies giving birth</a>

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Zimbabwe Police have charged a 26-year-old man of rape after a 15-year-old girl died while giving birth at a church shrine last month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-extends-border-wall-to-shut-doors-to-afghan-refugees-407454" hreflang="en">Greece extends border wall to shut doors to Afghan refugees</a>

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The country has also installed a surveillance system to prevent possible asylum seekers from trying to reach Europe. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/new-delhi-shops-allowed-to-open-past-8pm-as-capital-records-lowest-covid-cases-407484" hreflang="en">New Delhi: Shops allowed to open past 8pm as capital records lowest Covid cases</a>

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Delhi reported a record low of 19 new Covid infections and zero coronavirus-related deaths on Saturday, with a positivity rate of 0.03 per cent.

As Taliban's co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar reached Afghanistan's capital city Kabul, reports have started coming in from the country that claim government employees are being sent back to home from their workplaces.

As Taliban's co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar reached Afghanistan's capital city Kabul, reports have started coming in from the country that claim government employees are being sent back to home from their workplaces. On the other hand, Taliban's websites went offline abruptly, as social media giants started a crackdown on all terrorist group-related account. Meanwhile, Pakistan locals are now protesting against the electricity and water shortage in Gwadar and they believe all resources are being misused by Chinese nationals who are in Pakistan for China's belt and road project. Click on headlines to read more French locals protest Covid 'health pass' for sixth consecutive weekend' Locals believe the 'health pass' and the 'vaccine passport' will bring a divide in the society and it can lead to the society being looked at in two different parts: the vaccinated and non-vaccinated. No alternative to Taliban: Russian envoy to Afghanistan Russia's ambassador to Afghanistan Dmitry Zhirnov has said there is no alternative to Taliban in Afghanistan and added that any kind of resistance to the Islamist group would fail. Haiti PM promises elections to be held soon, as nation recovers from quake Haiti PM Ariel Henry announced that the elections will, most probably, take place on November 07. The first round was earlier scheduled for September but keeping in mind the recent tragedies in the world, that would not have been possible. Switzerland postpones evacuation plans as security at Kabul airport worsens In the wake of worsening security situation at Kabul airport, Switzerland has decided to postpone a charter flight to Uzbekistan aimed at helping the evacuation effort from Afghanistan. Pakistan locals protest against China's belt and road project Pakistan locals demanded the government to put a stop on the illegal fishing by Chinese nationals in the area. The locals alleged that Chinese residents have been fishing in the nearby waters and taking the caught fishes back to China to sell. Vatican bans former Polish archbishop from public services for covering up child abuse The Vatican has banned the former archbishop of Wroclaw in Poland from taking part in any public ceremonies, following his alleged role in “covering up” child sexual abuse cases in the church. UK classrooms to have air quality monitors to fight Covid: Education Minister UK’s education secretary Gavin Williamson announced that all classrooms will now be fitted with air quality monitors once the state schools and colleges reopen after the summer holidays. Zimbabwe: Man charged with rape after 15-year-old victim dies giving birth Zimbabwe Police have charged a 26-year-old man of rape after a 15-year-old girl died while giving birth at a church shrine last month. Greece extends border wall to shut doors to Afghan refugees The country has also installed a surveillance system to prevent possible asylum seekers from trying to reach Europe. New Delhi: Shops allowed to open past 8pm as capital records lowest Covid cases Delhi reported a record low of 19 new Covid infections and zero coronavirus-related deaths on Saturday, with a positivity rate of 0.03 per cent.

Top 10 world news: Taliban send government employees back, France protests health pass, and more

The Taliban took over Kabul almost a week ago on the 15th of August and since then thousands have gathered at the airport in the hope to leave Afghanistan.

Afghanistan: The desperate scramble to escape; Afghanistan's day 6 under Taliban

Despite buying no revenge against its opponents, the Taliban has now intensified its search for people who were to the United States and NATO forces. Watch this report to know more.

UN Report: Taliban 'intensifying' search for Afghans who helped US

The Taliban faced some form of resistance on Afghanistan's Independence day on August 19th, while flag-waving protesters took to the streets of Afghan cities against the Taliban.

Armed Taliban fighters marched in the city of Qalat

As a part of the ongoing efforts to ensure peace in Afghanistan, India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar held talks with his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdul Rahman Al-Thani.

S Jaishankar holds talks with Qatari FM in Doha on Afghanistan

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today.

Foreign aid has started to reach Haiti&nbsp;days after a powerful earthquake killed nearly 2,200 people and&nbsp;flattened tens of thousands of buildings into rubble.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/capitol-hill-bomb-threat-standoff-ends-as-suspect-surrenders-407037">Capitol Hill bomb threat standoff ends as suspect surrenders</a>

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A man who threatened to set off a&nbsp;bomb&nbsp;on Washington's&nbsp;Capitol&nbsp;Hill&nbsp;surrendered to police Thursday, ending an hours-long&nbsp;standoff&nbsp;that rattled lawmakers still shaken by January's pro-Trump insurrection.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/earthquake-ravaged-haiti-struggles-to-count-victims-as-foreign-aid-trickles-in-407048">Earthquake-ravaged Haiti struggles to count victims as foreign aid trickles in</a>

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Foreign aid has started to reach Haiti&nbsp;days after a powerful earthquake killed nearly 2,200 people and&nbsp;flattened tens of thousands of buildings into rubble.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-says-air-defence-shot-down-israeli-missiles-407035">Syria says air defence shot down Israeli missiles</a>

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Syria's air defence system engaged "hostile targets" over the capital Damascus late Thursday, state news agency SANA reported, with a military source claiming they were Israeli missiles.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/storm-grace-lashes-caribbean-coast-enters-gulf-of-mexico-407040">Storm Grace lashes Caribbean coast, enters Gulf of Mexico</a>

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Tropical storm Grace dumped heavy rain on Mexico's Caribbean coast on Thursday but appeared to have spared tourist resorts serious damage as it moved across the Yucatan Peninsula into the Gulf of Mexico, where it was forecast to strengthen again.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sydney-extends-lockdown-imposes-partial-curfew-407049">Sydney extends lockdown, imposes partial curfew</a>

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Sydney&nbsp;extended its two-month-old&nbsp;lockdown&nbsp;for another month and introduced a&nbsp;partial&nbsp;curfew&nbsp;Friday, as Australia's largest city struggled to contain a fast-spreading coronavirus outbreak.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-taliban-wants-girls-above-15-to-be-gifted-to-fighters-as-wives-398581">Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Taliban wants girls above 15 to be "gifted to fighters as wives"</a>

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Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. Foreign aid has started to reach Haiti days after a powerful earthquake killed nearly 2,200 people and flattened tens of thousands of buildings into rubble.

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. Foreign aid has started to reach Haiti days after a powerful earthquake killed nearly 2,200 people and flattened tens of thousands of buildings into rubble. Click on the headlines to read the full story: Capitol Hill bomb threat standoff ends as suspect surrenders A man who threatened to set off a bomb on Washington's Capitol Hill surrendered to police Thursday, ending an hours-long standoff that rattled lawmakers still shaken by January's pro-Trump insurrection. Earthquake-ravaged Haiti struggles to count victims as foreign aid trickles in Foreign aid has started to reach Haiti days after a powerful earthquake killed nearly 2,200 people and flattened tens of thousands of buildings into rubble. Syria says air defence shot down Israeli missiles Syria's air defence system engaged "hostile targets" over the capital Damascus late Thursday, state news agency SANA reported, with a military source claiming they were Israeli missiles. Storm Grace lashes Caribbean coast, enters Gulf of Mexico Tropical storm Grace dumped heavy rain on Mexico's Caribbean coast on Thursday but appeared to have spared tourist resorts serious damage as it moved across the Yucatan Peninsula into the Gulf of Mexico, where it was forecast to strengthen again. Sydney extends lockdown, imposes partial curfew Sydney extended its two-month-old lockdown for another month and introduced a partial curfew Friday, as Australia's largest city struggled to contain a fast-spreading coronavirus outbreak. Watch | Gravitas: Taliban wants girls above 15 to be "gifted to fighters as wives"

Morning news brief: Capitol hill bomb threat standoff ends, and more

The Taliban has called for unity ahead of Friday prayers, the first since seizing control, and asked imams to persuade people not to flee Afghanistan amid airport chaos, protests, and allegations of bloodshed. Additionally,&nbsp;the Taliban have stated that next government will decide on the national flag.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-afghanistan-crisis-taliban-revenge-fears-grow-desperation-rises-among-citizens-for-evacuation-407020">Follow WION's live coverage about Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan.</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, a historic meeting took place between the&nbsp;German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the Russia&nbsp;President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;This is Merkel's last Russia visit as Germany's chancellor.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/angela-merkel-meets-vladimir-putin-one-last-time-marks-end-of-an-era-407171" hreflang="en">Merkel meets Putin one last time, marks end of an era</a>

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Angela Merkel, who is from East Germany, will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was stationed in East Germany during his time as a KGB agent. Both Merkel and Putin speak each other's language fluently.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-afghanistan-crisis-taliban-revenge-fears-grow-desperation-rises-among-citizens-for-evacuation-407020">LIVE: Taliban revenge fears grow, Afghans become desperate for escape</a>

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Protests took place in several regions across Afghanistan, with Afghans going to the streets waving the country's national flag, which has been outlawed since the Taliban gained control of Kabul.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fantastic-news-uk-approves-first-ever-covid-antibody-treatment-407215">'Fantastic news': UK approves first ever Covid antibody treatment</a>

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After entering the body, it binds to the virus, substitutes as a lining of the respiratory system and prevents the virus from entering and harming the human body.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/hizbul-mujahideens-chief-syed-salahuddin-seeks-support-from-taliban-to-attack-india-407272">Hizbul Mujahideen's chief, Syed Salahuddin, seeks support from Taliban to attack India</a>

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In the celebratory statement posted online, Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin said, "I pray to Allah that he strengthens the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan so that they may support Kashmiris against India."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-spy-faces-investigation-after-she-falls-in-love-with-her-subject-407233">Russian spy faces investigation after she falls in love with her subject</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/20/207652-secret-love-affair.jpg" />

A Russian criminal investigator has come under investigation for falling in love with her target, who was being investigated by her for stealing cash from someone else’s bank account.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/muscles-sliced-off-strangled-with-scarf-nine-men-of-the-hazara-minority-killed-by-taliban-407237">Muscles sliced off, strangled with scarf: 9 Hazara men killed by Taliban</a>

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Three of the nine guys were tortured to death, according to eyewitnesses, including one who was strangled with a scarf and had his muscles cut off.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-takes-time-out-with-some-foosball-407253" hreflang="en">Pope Francis takes time out with some Foosball</a>

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With a smile on his face, the pontiff briefly played against the young man, his hands gripping the rods of the red tiny football players.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-rains-instead-of-snow-on-greenland-summit-for-first-time-ever-407264" hreflang="en">It rains instead of snow on Greenland summit for first time ever</a>

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At the summit of Greenland, it rained for the first time on record. The precipitation at the summit is usually in the form of snow. But thanks to global warming, another warning has come our way. The rain means that Greenland is warming up fast.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-hail-satan-news-channel-mistakenly-plays-satanic-ritual-during-live-telecast-407242" hreflang="en">'Hail Satan': News channel mistakenly plays satanic ritual during live show</a>

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During a live telecast, the anchor's narration got interrupted by a change of visuals but this time the network played a satanic ritual on screen during the live telecast.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-onlyfans-will-ban-sexually-explicit-content-but-keep-nudity-407263">OnlyFans will ban 'sexually explicit' content, but keep nudity</a>

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OnlyFans, a website known for its racy content and which gained popularity during coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, said Thursday it would ban "sexually explicit" content in a new policy starting in October.

The Taliban has called for unity ahead of Friday prayers, the first since seizing control, and asked imams to persuade people not to flee Afghanistan amid airport chaos, protests, and allegations of bloodshed.

The Taliban has called for unity ahead of Friday prayers, the first since seizing control, and asked imams to persuade people not to flee Afghanistan amid airport chaos, protests, and allegations of bloodshed. Additionally, the Taliban have stated that next government will decide on the national flag. Follow WION's live coverage about Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, a historic meeting took place between the German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the Russia President Vladimir Putin. This is Merkel's last Russia visit as Germany's chancellor. Click on headlines to read more Merkel meets Putin one last time, marks end of an era Angela Merkel, who is from East Germany, will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was stationed in East Germany during his time as a KGB agent. Both Merkel and Putin speak each other's language fluently. LIVE: Taliban revenge fears grow, Afghans become desperate for escape Protests took place in several regions across Afghanistan, with Afghans going to the streets waving the country's national flag, which has been outlawed since the Taliban gained control of Kabul. 'Fantastic news': UK approves first ever Covid antibody treatment After entering the body, it binds to the virus, substitutes as a lining of the respiratory system and prevents the virus from entering and harming the human body. Hizbul Mujahideen's chief, Syed Salahuddin, seeks support from Taliban to attack India In the celebratory statement posted online, Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin said, "I pray to Allah that he strengthens the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan so that they may support Kashmiris against India." Russian spy faces investigation after she falls in love with her subject A Russian criminal investigator has come under investigation for falling in love with her target, who was being investigated by her for stealing cash from someone else’s bank account. Muscles sliced off, strangled with scarf: 9 Hazara men killed by Taliban Three of the nine guys were tortured to death, according to eyewitnesses, including one who was strangled with a scarf and had his muscles cut off. Pope Francis takes time out with some Foosball With a smile on his face, the pontiff briefly played against the young man, his hands gripping the rods of the red tiny football players. It rains instead of snow on Greenland summit for first time ever At the summit of Greenland, it rained for the first time on record. The precipitation at the summit is usually in the form of snow. But thanks to global warming, another warning has come our way. The rain means that Greenland is warming up fast. 'Hail Satan': News channel mistakenly plays satanic ritual during live show During a live telecast, the anchor's narration got interrupted by a change of visuals but this time the network played a satanic ritual on screen during the live telecast. OnlyFans will ban 'sexually explicit' content, but keep nudity OnlyFans, a website known for its racy content and which gained popularity during coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, said Thursday it would ban "sexually explicit" content in a new policy starting in October.

Top 10 world news: Merkel-Putin's historic meet, Mujahideen asks Taliban's help to attack India, and more

As Afghanistan struggles to survive under the Taliban rule, women from different backgrounds of the country are pleading for help from international communities. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-afghanistan-crisis-12-people-have-been-killed-at-kabul-airport-since-sunday-406687">Follow WION's live coverage about Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan.</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, US Capitol Police is investigating an&nbsp;'active bomb threat' outside Library of Congress in Washington. In Hong Kong, two residents who were accused of working with a group that campaigned for international sanctions on China on Thursday pleaded guilty under the city's national security law.&nbsp;

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-afghanistan-crisis-12-people-have-been-killed-at-kabul-airport-since-sunday-406687" hreflang="en">LIVE Afghanistan: 12 people have been killed at Kabul airport since Sunday</a>

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As the Taliban take control of political affairs in Afghanistan, former Afghan President Ashraf Ghani who had left the country as the militant group entered Kabul last weekend declared that he had placed security in the hands of the country's troops and that the Taliban were looking for him. Follow LIVE updates at WION.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/terrorists-are-terrorists-distinctions-can-only-be-made-at-our-own-peril-dr-s-jaishankar-406960">'Terrorists are terrorists, distinctions can only be made at our own peril'</a>

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Dr S Jaishankar was addressing the high-level UN Security Council briefing on threats to international peace and security by terrorist acts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-capitol-police-report-active-bomb-threat-outside-library-of-congress-406957">US Capitol Police report 'active bomb threat' outside Library of Congress</a>

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People who were present at the Cannon House Office building said they received an alert that asked them to immediately abandon the building and instead rush to the Longworth House Office Building for their safety.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-talibans-takeover-former-afghan-womens-football-captain-urges-players-to-burn-kits-406926">Former Afghan women's football captain urges players to burn kits</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/19/207508-untitled-image-2021-08-19t190615724.jpg" />

Khalida Popal, who is also the co-founder of the Afghan women's football league, said she had always used her voice to encourage young women "to stand strong, to be bold, to be visible" but now she had a different message.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activists-plead-guilty-to-national-security-charge-over-sanction-calls-406961" hreflang="en">Hong Kong: Activists plead guilty to 'national security' charge over sanction calls</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/03/190077-flags-of-china-and-hong-kong.jpg" />

Two Hong Kong residents who were accused of working with a group that campaigned for international sanctions on China on Thursday pleaded guilty under the city's national security law.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/afghani-women-call-for-help-as-taliban-takes-over-the-country-406946" hreflang="en">Afghani women call for help as Taliban takes over the country</a>

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As the Taliban took over Afghanistan over the weekend, the fear of women being tortured, sexually assaulted and forcefully married are returning to the country. Some women are standing up against the inhumane treatment by the Taliban, even though the group is claiming that it will now give rights to women

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-british-man-handed-jail-term-for-not-wearing-mask-406954">Singapore: British man handed jail term for not wearing mask</a>

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Singapore has taken a tough line against people breaking virus rule. There have been several cases of foreigners being punished.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-too-big-for-pakistan-to-swallow-says-self-proclaimed-president-amarullah-saleh-406900">Afghanistan too big for Pakistan to swallow, says Amrullah Saleh</a>

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Self-proclaimed president of Afghanistan Amrullah Saleh on Thursday trained his guns at Pakistan and Taliban. Saleh said that Afghanistan was too big for Pakistan to swallow and too big for Taliban to govern.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/if-you-cant-handle-it-leave-spanish-village-tells-tourists-to-not-visit-if-they-dont-like-roosters-and-cows-406965" hreflang="en">'If you can't handle it, leave': Spanish village tells tourists to not visit if they don't like roosters and cows</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/19/207528-ribadesella.jpg" />

Some tourists have complained about rooster waking them up at 5 am, cowbells making noise and church bells tolling early in the morning in a Spanish village.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-takeover-afghan-anchor-reveals-she-was-sent-back-from-office-because-of-regime-change-406876">Afghan anchor reveals she was sent back from office because of 'regime change'</a>

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Taliban leadership has claimed that it will be giving more freedom to women in this new term of their impending rule in the country. Taliban promised to allow women to step outside to go to the market without a male escort, study, go to work or reveal their ankles this time.

As Afghanistan struggles to survive under the Taliban rule, women from different backgrounds of the country are pleading for help from international communities.

As Afghanistan struggles to survive under the Taliban rule, women from different backgrounds of the country are pleading for help from international communities. Follow WION's live coverage about Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, US Capitol Police is investigating an 'active bomb threat' outside Library of Congress in Washington. In Hong Kong, two residents who were accused of working with a group that campaigned for international sanctions on China on Thursday pleaded guilty under the city's national security law. Click on headlines to read more LIVE Afghanistan: 12 people have been killed at Kabul airport since Sunday As the Taliban take control of political affairs in Afghanistan, former Afghan President Ashraf Ghani who had left the country as the militant group entered Kabul last weekend declared that he had placed security in the hands of the country's troops and that the Taliban were looking for him. Follow LIVE updates at WION. 'Terrorists are terrorists, distinctions can only be made at our own peril' Dr S Jaishankar was addressing the high-level UN Security Council briefing on threats to international peace and security by terrorist acts. US Capitol Police report 'active bomb threat' outside Library of Congress People who were present at the Cannon House Office building said they received an alert that asked them to immediately abandon the building and instead rush to the Longworth House Office Building for their safety. Former Afghan women's football captain urges players to burn kits Khalida Popal, who is also the co-founder of the Afghan women's football league, said she had always used her voice to encourage young women "to stand strong, to be bold, to be visible" but now she had a different message. Hong Kong: Activists plead guilty to 'national security' charge over sanction calls Two Hong Kong residents who were accused of working with a group that campaigned for international sanctions on China on Thursday pleaded guilty under the city's national security law. Afghani women call for help as Taliban takes over the country As the Taliban took over Afghanistan over the weekend, the fear of women being tortured, sexually assaulted and forcefully married are returning to the country. Some women are standing up against the inhumane treatment by the Taliban, even though the group is claiming that it will now give rights to women Singapore: British man handed jail term for not wearing mask Singapore has taken a tough line against people breaking virus rule. There have been several cases of foreigners being punished. Afghanistan too big for Pakistan to swallow, says Amrullah Saleh Self-proclaimed president of Afghanistan Amrullah Saleh on Thursday trained his guns at Pakistan and Taliban. Saleh said that Afghanistan was too big for Pakistan to swallow and too big for Taliban to govern. 'If you can't handle it, leave': Spanish village tells tourists to not visit if they don't like roosters and cows Some tourists have complained about rooster waking them up at 5 am, cowbells making noise and church bells tolling early in the morning in a Spanish village. Afghan anchor reveals she was sent back from office because of 'regime change' Taliban leadership has claimed that it will be giving more freedom to women in this new term of their impending rule in the country. Taliban promised to allow women to step outside to go to the market without a male escort, study, go to work or reveal their ankles this time.

Top 10 world news: Afghan women plead for help under Taliban rule, US bomb threat, and more

Stay up to date on the developing crisis in Afghanistan with WION. Taliban insurgents have taken over the country's capitals and thousands of people are attempting to flee. As a result of the Taliban takeover, gendered conversations are once again in the spotlight, with reports of women being forced from their jobs. It has been reported that many influential women are now afraid for their lives.

In other news, Haiti continues to struggle with the aftermath of a 7.2 magnitude earthquake. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with people injured, and doctors have been forced to set up makeshift clinics to save lives.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-afghanistan-crisis-un-says-world-will-scrutinise-taliban-actions-406158">LIVE Afghanistan crisis: UN says world will 'scrutinise' Taliban actions</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207143-us-soldier-afghan-passenger.jpg" />With the Taliban taking control of Kabul on Sunday, several diplomatic officials across the capital were evacuated with chaos at the Hamid Karzai international airport (HKIA).&nbsp;Get the latest updates about the Afghanistan crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/storm-brings-floods-as-haitians-seek-help-at-overloaded-hospitals-after-quake-406267">Storm brings floods as Haitians seek help at overloaded hospitals after quake</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207128-haiti.jpg" />The latest earthquake to strike Haiti left at least 1,419 people dead. Doctors are forced to pitch makeshift tents outside hospitals to save hundreds of injured people.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-say-they-want-women-to-join-their-government-406258">Taliban say they want women to join their government</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/15/206873-afghan-women.jpg" />The Taliban declared amnesty for all Afghans on Tuesday and called for women to join their government, the first time they have discussed governance and Afghan women's role in political and social life.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/doomed-from-start-us-invasion-of-afghanistan-was-a-bad-idea-says-last-soviet-leader-gorbachev-406256">Doomed from start: US invasion of Afghanistan was a 'bad idea', says last Soviet leader Gorbachev</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207130-untitled-design-8.jpg" />Former USSR leader Mikhail Gorbachev, says that NATO's deployment to the country had been doomed from the beginning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/waiting-for-taliban-to-kill-me-and-others-like-me-says-afghanistans-first-woman-mayor-406254">'Waiting for Taliban to kill me and others like me', says Afghanistan's first woman mayor</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207120-untitled-design-7.jpg" />As the Taliban's control of Afghanistan became increasingly evident, the fate of women in the country has been the subject of discussion.&nbsp;At such a time, the country's first female mayor fears for her life.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-pm-hunt-king-urges-rival-politicians-to-unite-to-name-leader-who-has-most-support-406302">Malaysia PM hunt: King urges rival politicians to unite, to name leader who has most support</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/12/178070-sultan-abdullah-sultan-ahmad-shah.jpg" />Muhyiddin Yassin's resignation on Monday kicked off the search for Malaysia's next prime minister.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-satellite-images-show-chaos-at-kabul-airport-after-taliban-takeover-of-afghanistan-406264">WATCH - Satellite images show chaos at Kabul airport after Taliban takeover of Afghanistan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207126-vv11.jpg" />On Monday, satellite images showed Afghans trying to board flights at Kabul airport as the Taliban took control of the capital in chaotic scenes that went viral across the globe.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-more-than-40000-wounded-treated-since-june-says-red-cross-406324">Afghanistan: More than 40,000 wounded treated since June, says Red Cross</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/18387-hkg1693321_2-2-20170208101211.jpg" />According to the Red Cross (ICRC), more than 40 thousand wounded in Afghanistan fighting have been treated in health facilities since June, including 7,600&nbsp;this month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-is-cutting-water-supply-after-countrys-largest-artificial-reservoir-lake-mead-goes-dry-406260">US is cutting water supply after country's largest artificial reservoir Lake&nbsp;Mead goes dry</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/17/207124-lake-mead.jpg" />A huge reservoir that supplies water to tens of millions of people in the Western United States is at such low levels that populations it feeds must reduce their usage next year, the government said Monday.

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Stay up to date on the developing crisis in Afghanistan with WION. Taliban insurgents have taken over the country's capitals and thousands of people are attempting to flee.

Stay up to date on the developing crisis in Afghanistan with WION. Taliban insurgents have taken over the country's capitals and thousands of people are attempting to flee. As a result of the Taliban takeover, gendered conversations are once again in the spotlight, with reports of women being forced from their jobs. It has been reported that many influential women are now afraid for their lives. In other news, Haiti continues to struggle with the aftermath of a 7.2 magnitude earthquake. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with people injured, and doctors have been forced to set up makeshift clinics to save lives. LIVE Afghanistan crisis: UN says world will 'scrutinise' Taliban actions With the Taliban taking control of Kabul on Sunday, several diplomatic officials across the capital were evacuated with chaos at the Hamid Karzai international airport (HKIA). Get the latest updates about the Afghanistan crisis. Storm brings floods as Haitians seek help at overloaded hospitals after quake The latest earthquake to strike Haiti left at least 1,419 people dead. Doctors are forced to pitch makeshift tents outside hospitals to save hundreds of injured people. Taliban say they want women to join their government The Taliban declared amnesty for all Afghans on Tuesday and called for women to join their government, the first time they have discussed governance and Afghan women's role in political and social life. Doomed from start: US invasion of Afghanistan was a 'bad idea', says last Soviet leader Gorbachev Former USSR leader Mikhail Gorbachev, says that NATO's deployment to the country had been doomed from the beginning. 'Waiting for Taliban to kill me and others like me', says Afghanistan's first woman mayor As the Taliban's control of Afghanistan became increasingly evident, the fate of women in the country has been the subject of discussion. At such a time, the country's first female mayor fears for her life. Malaysia PM hunt: King urges rival politicians to unite, to name leader who has most support Muhyiddin Yassin's resignation on Monday kicked off the search for Malaysia's next prime minister. WATCH - Satellite images show chaos at Kabul airport after Taliban takeover of Afghanistan On Monday, satellite images showed Afghans trying to board flights at Kabul airport as the Taliban took control of the capital in chaotic scenes that went viral across the globe. Afghanistan: More than 40,000 wounded treated since June, says Red Cross According to the Red Cross (ICRC), more than 40 thousand wounded in Afghanistan fighting have been treated in health facilities since June, including 7,600 this month. US is cutting water supply after country's largest artificial reservoir Lake Mead goes dry A huge reservoir that supplies water to tens of millions of people in the Western United States is at such low levels that populations it feeds must reduce their usage next year, the government said Monday.

Top 10 world news: Taliban says they want women to join govt, Haiti struggles with earthquake and more

In today's newsletter, we bring for you live updates of the events in Afghanistan. Taliban has overtaken Kabul, following this President Ashraf Ghani has fled the country. The United States has also evacuated its embassy. Check out the live blog for the updates.

In other news, rescue workers are scrambling&nbsp;to locate survivors, after a magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck Haiti,&nbsp;toppling&nbsp;buildings and causing destruction.&nbsp;Over 304 people have perished in Haiti's earthquake, and hundreds are believed to be stuck under the rubble. Also joining the rescue effort are the US, Ecuador, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Peru, and Venezuela.

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-taliban-take-control-of-afghanistan-presidential-palace-as-ghani-exits-country-405579">LIVE: Taliban take control of Afghanistan presidential palace as Ghani exits country</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/15/206849-untitled-design-2021-08-15t200645213.jpg" />Check out the minute by minute updates of the situation in Afghanistan, as it unfolds.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/as-us-embassy-staff-haphazardly-removed-from-kabul-blinken-rejects-comparison-with-saigon-405781">As US embassy staff haphazardly removed from Kabul, Blinken rejects comparison with Saigon</a>

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In spite of the sudden withdrawal of the US embassy staff from Kabul, Blinken denied any comparison with the chaotic withdrawal of Americans from Saigon at the end of the Vietnam War in 1975.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/haiti-earthquake-nation-searches-for-survivors-rescue-efforts-underway-as-at-least-304-killed-405663">Haiti Earthquake: Nation searches for survivors, rescue efforts underway as at least 304 killed</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/15/206802-untitled-design-2021-08-15t160759011.jpg" />Rescue workers are trying to locate survivors amid the destruction in Haiti.&nbsp;At least 304 people died as a result of a 7.2-magnitude earthquake which toppled buildings and devastated the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/back-to-harrowing-times-afghan-women-fear-taliban-rule-405547">Back to harrowing times: Afghan women fear Taliban rule</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/26/70997-Untitled%20design%20%284%29.jpg" />In the wake of the Taliban takeover, Afghanistan's women now fear that they will be forced to live through those ghastly days of Taliban&nbsp;rule (1996-2001)&nbsp;when women were not allowed to study or work and were forced to stay at home.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysian-pm-yassin-to-announce-resignation-on-monday-minister-405654">Malaysian PM Yassin to announce resignation on Monday: Minister</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/23/166396-untitled-design-26.jpg" />

On Monday, Malaysia's embattled leader Muhyiddin Yassin will submit his resignation to the king. If he resigns, he would end his 17-month-long government and cause a lot of upheavals in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/16-and-17-year-olds-in-england-to-be-offered-jab-by-august-23-405712">16 and 17-year-olds in England to be offered jab by August 23</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/12/202056-flu-vaccine.jpg" />In England, all 16 and 17-year-olds will be offered their first Coronavirus vaccination dose or the opportunity to book one by August 23.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/firefighters-in-algeria-still-at-work-to-extinguish-19-blazes-405760">Firefighters in Algeria still at work to extinguish 19 blazes</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/11/206234-algeria.jpg" />An official statement from the emergency services said its teams are working to put out 19 fires in 10 provinces in the northern part of Algeria where 90 people have been killed in wildfires this week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-set-for-biggest-rise-in-greenhouse-gases-for-30-years-405750">Germany ‘set for biggest rise in greenhouse gases' for 30 years</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/01/184954-pjimage-16.jpg" />An environmental group based in Berlin, Agora Energiewende, predicts that this year&nbsp;German greenhouse gas emissions are expected to rise to their highest level since 1990.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sex-workers-fighting-for-human-rights-are-worlds-most-at-risk-activists-405755">Sex workers fighting for human rights are world’s most ‘at risk activists’</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/07/12/149461-untitled-design-5.jpg" />In a recent study, Front Line Defenders found that advocates for sex workers are among the most at-risk for violent attacks, as they face multiple threats and persecution.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-know-how-the-story-is-going-to-end-melting-glaciers-climate-change-alarm-scientists-405722">'We don't know how the story is going to end': Melting glaciers, climate change alarm scientists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/15/206838-untitled-design-2021-08-15t184131117.jpg" />The glaciers of the world have gone extinct and are gradually shrinking because of climate change, such as Italy's Calderone ice formation, which was once Europe's southernmost glacier.

In today's newsletter, we bring for you live updates of the events in Afghanistan. Taliban has overtaken Kabul, following this President Ashraf Ghani has fled the country.

In today's newsletter, we bring for you live updates of the events in Afghanistan. Taliban has overtaken Kabul, following this President Ashraf Ghani has fled the country. The United States has also evacuated its embassy. Check out the live blog for the updates. In other news, rescue workers are scrambling to locate survivors, after a magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck Haiti, toppling buildings and causing destruction. Over 304 people have perished in Haiti's earthquake, and hundreds are believed to be stuck under the rubble. Also joining the rescue effort are the US, Ecuador, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Peru, and Venezuela. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE: Taliban take control of Afghanistan presidential palace as Ghani exits country Check out the minute by minute updates of the situation in Afghanistan, as it unfolds. As US embassy staff haphazardly removed from Kabul, Blinken rejects comparison with Saigon In spite of the sudden withdrawal of the US embassy staff from Kabul, Blinken denied any comparison with the chaotic withdrawal of Americans from Saigon at the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. Haiti Earthquake: Nation searches for survivors, rescue efforts underway as at least 304 killed Rescue workers are trying to locate survivors amid the destruction in Haiti. At least 304 people died as a result of a 7.2-magnitude earthquake which toppled buildings and devastated the country. Back to harrowing times: Afghan women fear Taliban rule In the wake of the Taliban takeover, Afghanistan's women now fear that they will be forced to live through those ghastly days of Taliban rule (1996-2001) when women were not allowed to study or work and were forced to stay at home. Malaysian PM Yassin to announce resignation on Monday: Minister On Monday, Malaysia's embattled leader Muhyiddin Yassin will submit his resignation to the king. If he resigns, he would end his 17-month-long government and cause a lot of upheavals in the country. 16 and 17-year-olds in England to be offered jab by August 23 In England, all 16 and 17-year-olds will be offered their first Coronavirus vaccination dose or the opportunity to book one by August 23. Firefighters in Algeria still at work to extinguish 19 blazes An official statement from the emergency services said its teams are working to put out 19 fires in 10 provinces in the northern part of Algeria where 90 people have been killed in wildfires this week. Germany ‘set for biggest rise in greenhouse gases' for 30 years An environmental group based in Berlin, Agora Energiewende, predicts that this year German greenhouse gas emissions are expected to rise to their highest level since 1990. Sex workers fighting for human rights are world’s most ‘at risk activists’ In a recent study, Front Line Defenders found that advocates for sex workers are among the most at-risk for violent attacks, as they face multiple threats and persecution. 'We don't know how the story is going to end': Melting glaciers, climate change alarm scientists The glaciers of the world have gone extinct and are gradually shrinking because of climate change, such as Italy's Calderone ice formation, which was once Europe's southernmost glacier.

Top 10 world news: Taliban takes control of Kabul, Blinken defends Biden, and more

Mental health influences how you think, feel, and behave in daily life. Like In June 2020, 19% of UK Adults reported symptoms of depression. In US 42% of people surveyed report anxiety and depression.

Mental Health A Silent Pandemic

Considering the threat of Taliban advances on persons still awaiting Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs), Joe Biden&nbsp;is searching for third countries that will house these individuals until their paperwork is completed so that they can come to the United States.&nbsp;The US has evacuated approximately 1,200 Afghans under "Operation Allies Refuge" so far, and approximately 3,500 more are slated to arrive within the coming weeks.

In other news, the head of the Oxford vaccine group warns that&nbsp;if leaders do not share vaccine doses with third-world countries, a large number of people around the world may die from Covid. According to experts, western countries should fulfil their obligations towards the rest of humanity rather than hoarding vaccine doses for themselves.

Click on headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/seeking-asylum-for-siv-applicants-a-desperate-bid-by-the-biden-administration-405352">Seeking asylum for SIV applicants: A desperate bid by the Biden administration</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/12/206251-3.jpg" />Since the Taliban is advancing, Washington is looking for third-country accommodation for those still awaiting Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) until their paperwork is completed and they are allowed to enter the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-people-will-die-if-countries-start-booster-shots-experts-claim-405342">More people will die if countries start booster shots, experts claim</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/28/189321-covid-deaths-in-brazil.jpg" />Experts have urged western countries to fulfill their responsibility toward humanity rather than stock up on vaccines for themselves alone.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-address-to-nation-afghan-president-vows-to-prevent-further-instability-405337">In address to nation, Afghan President vows to prevent further instability</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/24/170963-untitled-design-27.jpg" />Ashraf Ghani said remobilising the Afghan Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) was his top priority, noting that all measures are in place to achieve this goal. He also pledged to prevent further bloodshed in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-police-investigate-soaring-number-of-fake-covid-19-vaccine-certificates-405331">French police investigate soaring number of fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/23/175367-french-policees.jpg" />Following reports that some doctors' health service accounts were hacked, the French police are looking into a scam involving COVID-19 vaccine certificates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-areas-in-japan-issue-evacuation-alert-after-floods-and-landslides-405378">Several areas in Japan issue evacuation alert after floods and landslides</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/14/206640-japan-floods.jpg" />Floods and landslides triggered by torrential rain have threatened nearly two million lives in Japan. Residents have been asked to seek shelter and prepare for emergency evacuations.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-natural-disasters-in-russia-are-unprecedented-405400">Putin says natural disasters in Russia are "unprecedented"</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/05/197400-untitled-design-11.jpg" />As forests burn in Siberia, Putin said that this year Russia has experienced natural disasters at a scale and quantity that is "absolutely unprecedented". Climate change should be tackled "systematically," he said, urging everyone to work together.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-records-highest-daily-covid-deaths-as-people-run-away-from-vaccines-405392">Russia records highest daily Covid deaths as people run away from vaccines</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/05/139318-russia-doctros-afp.jpg" />As of Saturday, Russia recorded its third consecutive record number of Covid-related deaths. The country continues to struggle to control the widespread of the Delta virus, while vaccination rates do not improve.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-1-dead-19-trapped-in-another-coal-mine-flood-accident-405348">China: 1 dead, 19 trapped in another coal mine flood accident</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/12/16/78029-untitled-design-26.jpg" />

A coal mine in Qinghai Province was flooded by mud, killing one miner and trapping at least 19, nearly 21 miners were present in the coal mine at the time of the incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-raid-nicaragua-paper-that-branded-govt-a-dictatorship-405374">Police raid Nicaragua paper that branded govt a 'dictatorship'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/14/206638-untitled-design-2021-08-14t172635088.jpg" />In Nicaragua, the police raided the buildings of the independent newspaper La Prensa, which labelled the government a dictatorship after its print edition was suspended.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/1947-children-of-partition-five-survivors-tell-their-stories-405319">1947: Children of Partition - Five survivors tell their stories</a>

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Considering the threat of Taliban advances on persons still awaiting Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs), Joe Biden is searching for third countries that will house these individuals until their paperwork is completed so that they can come to the United States.

Considering the threat of Taliban advances on persons still awaiting Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs), Joe Biden is searching for third countries that will house these individuals until their paperwork is completed so that they can come to the United States. The US has evacuated approximately 1,200 Afghans under "Operation Allies Refuge" so far, and approximately 3,500 more are slated to arrive within the coming weeks. In other news, the head of the Oxford vaccine group warns that if leaders do not share vaccine doses with third-world countries, a large number of people around the world may die from Covid. According to experts, western countries should fulfil their obligations towards the rest of humanity rather than hoarding vaccine doses for themselves. Click on headlines to read more: Seeking asylum for SIV applicants: A desperate bid by the Biden administration Since the Taliban is advancing, Washington is looking for third-country accommodation for those still awaiting Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) until their paperwork is completed and they are allowed to enter the United States. More people will die if countries start booster shots, experts claim Experts have urged western countries to fulfill their responsibility toward humanity rather than stock up on vaccines for themselves alone. In address to nation, Afghan President vows to prevent further instability Ashraf Ghani said remobilising the Afghan Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) was his top priority, noting that all measures are in place to achieve this goal. He also pledged to prevent further bloodshed in the country. French police investigate soaring number of fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates Following reports that some doctors' health service accounts were hacked, the French police are looking into a scam involving COVID-19 vaccine certificates. Several areas in Japan issue evacuation alert after floods and landslides Floods and landslides triggered by torrential rain have threatened nearly two million lives in Japan. Residents have been asked to seek shelter and prepare for emergency evacuations. Putin says natural disasters in Russia are "unprecedented" As forests burn in Siberia, Putin said that this year Russia has experienced natural disasters at a scale and quantity that is "absolutely unprecedented". Climate change should be tackled "systematically," he said, urging everyone to work together. Russia records highest daily Covid deaths as people run away from vaccines As of Saturday, Russia recorded its third consecutive record number of Covid-related deaths. The country continues to struggle to control the widespread of the Delta virus, while vaccination rates do not improve. China: 1 dead, 19 trapped in another coal mine flood accident A coal mine in Qinghai Province was flooded by mud, killing one miner and trapping at least 19, nearly 21 miners were present in the coal mine at the time of the incident. Police raid Nicaragua paper that branded govt a 'dictatorship' In Nicaragua, the police raided the buildings of the independent newspaper La Prensa, which labelled the government a dictatorship after its print edition was suspended. 1947: Children of Partition - Five survivors tell their stories

Top 10 world news: US seeks asylum for SIV applicants, experts warn more deaths and more

The Taliban have claimed the 13th provincial capital in Afghanistan in its violent push for power. The terrorist group has now captured Lashkar Gah, the capital of Helmand province.

Afghanistan: Terror Group captures Afghan City of Lashkar Gah

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