In a renewed escalation 29 Turkish soldiers were killed in an airstrike by Syrian regime forces in North western Syria. Watch report:

Fighting for Idlib intensifies, Airstrikes kill 33 Turkish soldiers

Italy has reported about 17 deaths and more than 600 cases of the deadly Coronavirus. The northern province of Lombardy remains the worst affected. Watch report:

17 dead, 655 infected by Covid-19 in Italy

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/33-turkish-soldiers-killed-in-airstrike-by-syrian-regime-forces-in-idlib-283217">33 Turkish soldiers killed in airstrike by Syrian regime forces in Idlib</a>

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The heavy losses in northwestern Idlib come after weeks of growing tensions between rebel supporter Ankara and Damascus ally Moscow.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/33-turkish-soldiers-killed-in-airstrike-by-syrian-regime-forces-in-idlib-283217">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prominent-cleric-dies-as-coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-26-in-iran-283194">Prominent cleric dies as coronavirus death toll rises to 26 in Iran</a>

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In a dramatic development last week, the country's deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi had admitted in a press conference that he too was suffering from the virus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prominent-cleric-dies-as-coronavirus-death-toll-rises-to-26-in-iran-283194">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-taliban-peace-deal-what-to-expect-283170">Opinion: US-Taliban peace deal — What to expect?</a>

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The agreement could mark the start of a new era for Afghanistan, but there are questions about the Taliban's intentions.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-taliban-peace-deal-what-to-expect-283170">READ MORE</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/staff-of-cult-french-film-magazine-cahiers-du-cinema-quit-en-masse-283216">Staff of cult French film magazine 'Cahiers du cinema' quit en masse</a>

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The monthly which once employed legends like Jean-Luc Godard and Francois Truffaut before they went on to change cinema history, was sold earlier this month to a group of film producers and tech tycoons.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/staff-of-cult-french-film-magazine-cahiers-du-cinema-quit-en-masse-283216">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-steven-spielberg-will-not-direct-the-fifth-instalment-of-indiana-jones-reports-283173">Steven Spielberg will not direct the fifth instalment of 'Indiana Jones': Reports</a>

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In the franchise's 39-year-old history, this would be the first time that Spielberg will not be directing the film. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-steven-spielberg-will-not-direct-the-fifth-instalment-of-indiana-jones-reports-283173">READ MORE</a>

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. 33 Turkish soldiers killed in airstrike by Syrian regime forces in Idlib The heavy losses in northwestern Idlib come after weeks of growing tensions between rebel supporter Ankara and Damascus ally Moscow.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. 33 Turkish soldiers killed in airstrike by Syrian regime forces in Idlib The heavy losses in northwestern Idlib come after weeks of growing tensions between rebel supporter Ankara and Damascus ally Moscow.READ MORE Prominent cleric dies as coronavirus death toll rises to 26 in Iran In a dramatic development last week, the country's deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi had admitted in a press conference that he too was suffering from the virus. READ MORE Opinion: US-Taliban peace deal — What to expect? The agreement could mark the start of a new era for Afghanistan, but there are questions about the Taliban's intentions.READ MORE Staff of cult French film magazine 'Cahiers du cinema' quit en masse The monthly which once employed legends like Jean-Luc Godard and Francois Truffaut before they went on to change cinema history, was sold earlier this month to a group of film producers and tech tycoons.READ MORE Steven Spielberg will not direct the fifth instalment of 'Indiana Jones': Reports In the franchise's 39-year-old history, this would be the first time that Spielberg will not be directing the film. READ MORE

Morning News Brief: 33 killed in Syria, coronavirus in Iran and more

Chinese navy destroyer used laser on Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft: US Pacific Fleet

The US Pacific Fleet said Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft was lased by the China's navy destroyer with calling it "unsafe" and "unprofessional". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-navy-destroyer-used-laser-on-navy-p-8a-poseidon-aircraft-us-pacific-fleet-283331">Read more</a>

Oil prices crash 4% over spread of coronavirus, on track for biggest weekly drop in over 4 years

Global oil prices crashed four per cent on Friday over the spread of coronavirus as panic gripped world markets worldwide.

Oil prices are on track to record the biggest slump in more than four years. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-prices-crash-4-over-spread-of-coronavirus-on-track-for-biggest-weekly-drop-in-over-4-years-283318">Read more</a>

Sensex, Nifty crash as global markets dive over spread of coronavirus

Sensex dived more than 1,400 points today as share prices globally were on track for the worst week since the global financial crisis in 2008 with coronavirus taking a heavy toll on trade.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sensex-nifty-crash-as-global-markets-dive-over-spread-of-coronavirus-283314">Read more</a>

Coronavirus epidemic to cost world tourism at least $22 billion: Global tourism body

The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said Thursday.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-epidemic-to-cost-world-tourism-at-least-22-billion-global-tourism-body-283309">Read more</a>

Gender inequality a question of power; make this the century of women’s equality: UN chief

The secretary-general of the United Nations Antonio Guterres has said that Gender inequality is fundamentally a question of power and called for men everywhere to support women’s rights.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gender-inequality-a-question-of-power-make-this-the-century-of-womens-equality-un-chief-283274">Read more</a>

Russia sends warships to Syria, blames Ankara for killing of Turkish troops

Russia on Friday said it was sending two warships armed with cruise missiles to waters off the Syrian coast and blamed Ankara for the killing of 33 Turkish soldiers in Syria's Idlib region the previous day.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-sends-warships-to-syria-blames-ankara-for-killing-of-turkish-troops-283271">Read more</a>

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested on illegal assembly charges

Hong Kong police arrested publishing tycoon Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, and two other pro-democracy activists on Friday on charges of illegal assembly.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-media-tycoon-jimmy-lai-arrested-on-illegal-assembly-charges-283269">Read more</a>

33 Turkish soldiers killed in airstrike by Syrian regime forces in Idlib

At least 33 Turkish soldiers were killed as violence escalates in Syria's Idlib province after an airstrike blamed on Damascus, with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg condemning "indiscriminate" attacks by the Assad regime and Russia.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/33-turkish-soldiers-killed-in-airstrike-by-syrian-regime-forces-in-idlib-283217">Read more</a>

Hybrid cars produce more CO2 than older vehicles in UK: Study

According to a research, the latest cars on the road in the UK emit more carbon dioxide (CO2) than older vehicles.

The research carried out by watchdog Which? found &nbsp;petrol, diesel and hybrid cars have been producing seven per cent more CO2 at an average than older vehicles. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hybrid-cars-produce-more-co2-than-older-vehicles-in-uk-study-283365">Read more</a>

Californian couple clone their dog for $50,000 after its demise

A Californian couple was so heartbroken to say goodbye to their dog that they cloned him.

Alicia and David Tschirhart believed that their dog Marley was perfect. And to keep a part of him alive they cloned him.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/californian-couple-clone-their-dog-for-50000-after-its-demise-283359">Read more&nbsp;</a>

Scotland can become first nation to offer free sanitary napkins and tampons

The Scottish parliament advanced legislation on Tuesday that would ensure free universal access to tampons, pads and other menstrual products, in a huge stride for the global movement against period poverty. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-can-become-first-nation-to-offer-free-sanitary-napkins-and-tampons-283352">Read more</a>

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Chinese navy destroyer used laser on Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft: US Pacific Fleet The US Pacific Fleet said Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft was lased by the China's navy destroyer with calling it "unsafe" and "unprofessional".

Chinese navy destroyer used laser on Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft: US Pacific Fleet The US Pacific Fleet said Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft was lased by the China's navy destroyer with calling it "unsafe" and "unprofessional". Read more Oil prices crash 4% over spread of coronavirus, on track for biggest weekly drop in over 4 years Global oil prices crashed four per cent on Friday over the spread of coronavirus as panic gripped world markets worldwide. Oil prices are on track to record the biggest slump in more than four years. Read more Sensex, Nifty crash as global markets dive over spread of coronavirus Sensex dived more than 1,400 points today as share prices globally were on track for the worst week since the global financial crisis in 2008 with coronavirus taking a heavy toll on trade. Read more Coronavirus epidemic to cost world tourism at least $22 billion: Global tourism body The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said Thursday. Read more Gender inequality a question of power; make this the century of women’s equality: UN chief The secretary-general of the United Nations Antonio Guterres has said that Gender inequality is fundamentally a question of power and called for men everywhere to support women’s rights. Read more Russia sends warships to Syria, blames Ankara for killing of Turkish troops Russia on Friday said it was sending two warships armed with cruise missiles to waters off the Syrian coast and blamed Ankara for the killing of 33 Turkish soldiers in Syria's Idlib region the previous day. Read more Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested on illegal assembly charges Hong Kong police arrested publishing tycoon Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, and two other pro-democracy activists on Friday on charges of illegal assembly. Read more 33 Turkish soldiers killed in airstrike by Syrian regime forces in Idlib At least 33 Turkish soldiers were killed as violence escalates in Syria's Idlib province after an airstrike blamed on Damascus, with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg condemning "indiscriminate" attacks by the Assad regime and Russia. Read more Hybrid cars produce more CO2 than older vehicles in UK: Study According to a research, the latest cars on the road in the UK emit more carbon dioxide (CO2) than older vehicles. The research carried out by watchdog Which? found petrol, diesel and hybrid cars have been producing seven per cent more CO2 at an average than older vehicles. Read more Californian couple clone their dog for $50,000 after its demise A Californian couple was so heartbroken to say goodbye to their dog that they cloned him. Alicia and David Tschirhart believed that their dog Marley was perfect. And to keep a part of him alive they cloned him. Read more Scotland can become first nation to offer free sanitary napkins and tampons The Scottish parliament advanced legislation on Tuesday that would ensure free universal access to tampons, pads and other menstrual products, in a huge stride for the global movement against period poverty. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Markets crash, coronavirus outbreak, Russia sends warships to Syria and more

South Korea has reported 256 new coronavirus cases with a total passing to 2000. Watch WION's ground report from Seoul.

South Korea reports 2,022 positive cases of Coronavirus

South Korea remains the worst affected country outside Mainland China due to the deadly coronavirus outbreak. Overnight the country 256 new cases. A total of 2022 cases have been tested positive from the virus. Watch report:

South Korea worst-hit after Mainland China, School exams postponed

Qatar invites India to be witness in Afghan peace deal in Doha

India will be present at the signing of US Taliban deal which will be signed on February 29 in Doha. Indian envoy in Doha, Kumaran will be representing India after the invite was sent by the Qatari government. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/qatar-invites-india-to-be-witness-in-afghan-peace-deal-in-doha-283123">Read more</a>

Mexico allows cruise ship to dock after Jamaica, Cayman Islands refuse over coronavirus fears

Mexico has allowed a cruise ship carrying 6,000 people to dock after it was refused entry by Jamaica and Cayman Islands after a crew member tested positive for regular seasonal flu. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-allows-cruise-ship-to-dock-after-jamaica-cayman-islands-refuse-over-coronavirus-fears-283151">Read more</a>

Chang'e 4 rover reveals new details of the lunar surface

China's lunar rover Yutu-2, or Jade Rabbit-2, that has become the first rover to land on the far side of the moon, is unveiling new lunar secrets, according to a study.

The Chang'e 4 spacecraft landed on Moon on January 2, 2019, becoming the first probe to reach moon's far wide surface that has always turned away from the Earth. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/science-moon-mission-china-change-4-rover-reveals-new-details-of-the-lunar-surface-283135">Read more</a>

Coronavirus clouds Apple's timeline for new iPhones

Travel restrictions to China because of the coronavirus have come just as Apple Inc's engineers usually jet off to Asia to perfect the production of this fall's new iPhones, former employees and supply chain experts told Reuters. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/coronavirus-clouds-apples-timeline-for-new-iphones-283117">Read more</a>

Libya talks in stalemate as Russia accuses Turkey of infiltrating foreign fighters

The two warring sides in Libya suspended their participation in the UN-sponsored peace talks hoping to end the months-long crisis. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/libya-talks-in-stalemate-as-russia-accuses-turkey-of-infiltrating-foreign-fighters-283096">Read more</a>

Australian boy, whose bullying video went viral to donate $475,000

A nine-year-old Australian boy who gained massive support after his video describing his struggles from bullying went viral, will donate hundreds-of-thousands of dollars in donations to charity. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-boy-whose-bullying-video-went-viral-to-donate-475000-283085">Read more</a>

Scientists discover first organism that does not need oxygen to live

Researchers have discovered a unique organism that lives its life completely free of oxygen dependency.

The tiny parasite lives in salmon tissue and evolves in such a manner that it doesn't need oxygen to produce energy. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-discover-first-organism-that-does-not-need-oxygen-to-live-283042">Read more</a>

Crew leaves Japan virus-hit ship for new quarantine

Crew members from a coronavirus-stricken cruise ship off Japan began leaving the vessel Thursday for a new quarantine on-shore after passengers left the boat, the government said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/crew-leaves-japan-virus-hit-ship-for-new-quarantine-283022">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia suspends Mecca and Medina's religious trips over coronavirus fears

Saudi Arabia has stopped excursions to the holy sites of Mecca and Medina over coronavirus epidemic fears. Riyadh issued the ban to halt the spread of the virus.

The rapidly growing number of cases outside China deepened fears of a pandemic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-suspends-mecca-and-medinas-religious-trips-over-coronavirus-fears-282984">Read more</a>

Coronavirus: Severity shrinks in China as global tally continues to rise

China, where 2,744 people have been killed from coronavirus witnessed its lowest single day death toll on Thursday in nearly a month. On Thursday, China's National Health Commission reported 29 deaths. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-severity-shrinks-in-china-as-global-tally-continues-to-rise-282983">Read more</a>

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Qatar invites India to be witness in Afghan peace deal in Doha India will be present at the signing of US Taliban deal which will be signed on February 29 in Doha.

Qatar invites India to be witness in Afghan peace deal in Doha India will be present at the signing of US Taliban deal which will be signed on February 29 in Doha. Indian envoy in Doha, Kumaran will be representing India after the invite was sent by the Qatari government. Read more Mexico allows cruise ship to dock after Jamaica, Cayman Islands refuse over coronavirus fears Mexico has allowed a cruise ship carrying 6,000 people to dock after it was refused entry by Jamaica and Cayman Islands after a crew member tested positive for regular seasonal flu. Read more Chang'e 4 rover reveals new details of the lunar surface China's lunar rover Yutu-2, or Jade Rabbit-2, that has become the first rover to land on the far side of the moon, is unveiling new lunar secrets, according to a study. The Chang'e 4 spacecraft landed on Moon on January 2, 2019, becoming the first probe to reach moon's far wide surface that has always turned away from the Earth. Read more Coronavirus clouds Apple's timeline for new iPhones Travel restrictions to China because of the coronavirus have come just as Apple Inc's engineers usually jet off to Asia to perfect the production of this fall's new iPhones, former employees and supply chain experts told Reuters. Read more Libya talks in stalemate as Russia accuses Turkey of infiltrating foreign fighters The two warring sides in Libya suspended their participation in the UN-sponsored peace talks hoping to end the months-long crisis. Read more Australian boy, whose bullying video went viral to donate $475,000 A nine-year-old Australian boy who gained massive support after his video describing his struggles from bullying went viral, will donate hundreds-of-thousands of dollars in donations to charity. Read more Scientists discover first organism that does not need oxygen to live Researchers have discovered a unique organism that lives its life completely free of oxygen dependency. The tiny parasite lives in salmon tissue and evolves in such a manner that it doesn't need oxygen to produce energy. Read more Crew leaves Japan virus-hit ship for new quarantine Crew members from a coronavirus-stricken cruise ship off Japan began leaving the vessel Thursday for a new quarantine on-shore after passengers left the boat, the government said. Read more Saudi Arabia suspends Mecca and Medina's religious trips over coronavirus fears Saudi Arabia has stopped excursions to the holy sites of Mecca and Medina over coronavirus epidemic fears. Riyadh issued the ban to halt the spread of the virus. The rapidly growing number of cases outside China deepened fears of a pandemic. Read more Coronavirus: Severity shrinks in China as global tally continues to rise China, where 2,744 people have been killed from coronavirus witnessed its lowest single day death toll on Thursday in nearly a month. On Thursday, China's National Health Commission reported 29 deaths. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Afghan peace talks, coronavirus Severity shrinks, Libya talks and more

Pakistan PM Imran Khan met Qatar's Emir ahead of US-Taliban peace deal.Imran khan visits Doha.

Imran Khan meets Qatar's Emir before US-Taliban Peace Deal

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-coronavirus-spread-not-inevitable-mulls-new-travel-bans-282969">Trump says US coronavirus spread 'not inevitable,' mulls new travel bans</a>

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President Donald Trump on Wednesday said it was not inevitable that the novel coronavirus would continue to spread in the United States, as he said he is considering travel restrictions on Italy and South Korea and appointed his vice president to lead the response. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-confirms-latin-americas-first-coronavirus-case-us-reports-57-cases-282954">Brazil confirms Latin America's first coronavirus case; US reports 57 cases</a>

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The United States reported 57 cases of the virus with President Trump declaring that he would meet US officials for a briefing on the coronavirus on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-open-to-any-initiative-after-talks-to-save-nuclear-deal-282943">Iran open to 'any initiative' after talks to save nuclear deal</a>

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After talks with the remaining parties to the deal in Vienna, Iranian negotiator Abbas Araghchi said he was 'fully prepared' to reverse measures that apparently violated Tehran's commitments -- but only if the other side reciprocated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/wuhan-the-chinese-city-infamous-as-coronavirus-epicenter-has-a-rich-history-282894">OPINION | Wuhan, the Chinese city infamous as coronavirus epicenter, has a rich history</a>

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Historically, settlements have flourished on river banks. By that distinction, Wuhan can rightly be called the cradle of the Chinese civilisation. After all, the city sits on the confluence of the two mighty rivers- Yangtze &amp; Han.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/call-me-harry-says-informal-uk-prince-as-he-starts-last-round-of-royal-duties-282930">'Call me Harry,' says informal UK prince as he starts last round of royal duties</a>

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Britain's Prince Harry started the last round of his royal duties on an informal note on Wednesday, making it clear the audience listening to his speech on sustainable travel in Edinburgh should simply call him Harry.

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Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Trump says US coronavirus spread 'not inevitable,' mulls new travel bans President Donald Trump on Wednesday said it was not inevitable that the novel coronavirus would continue to spread in the United States, as he said he is considering travel restrictions on Italy and South Korea and appointed his vice president to lead the response.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Trump says US coronavirus spread 'not inevitable,' mulls new travel bans President Donald Trump on Wednesday said it was not inevitable that the novel coronavirus would continue to spread in the United States, as he said he is considering travel restrictions on Italy and South Korea and appointed his vice president to lead the response. Brazil confirms Latin America's first coronavirus case; US reports 57 cases The United States reported 57 cases of the virus with President Trump declaring that he would meet US officials for a briefing on the coronavirus on Wednesday. Iran open to 'any initiative' after talks to save nuclear deal After talks with the remaining parties to the deal in Vienna, Iranian negotiator Abbas Araghchi said he was 'fully prepared' to reverse measures that apparently violated Tehran's commitments -- but only if the other side reciprocated. OPINION | Wuhan, the Chinese city infamous as coronavirus epicenter, has a rich history Historically, settlements have flourished on river banks. By that distinction, Wuhan can rightly be called the cradle of the Chinese civilisation. After all, the city sits on the confluence of the two mighty rivers- Yangtze & Han. 'Call me Harry,' says informal UK prince as he starts last round of royal duties Britain's Prince Harry started the last round of his royal duties on an informal note on Wednesday, making it clear the audience listening to his speech on sustainable travel in Edinburgh should simply call him Harry. Watch | Coronavirus Outbreak: US records over 60 cases

Morning News Brief: Trump on coronavirus, Iran nuclear deal, and more

Torrential rain brought floods to Indonesia’s capital Jakarta paralysing large parts of the city as rescue workers used boats to navigate streets.

Indonesia's Capital Jakarta could be under water by 2050

Apple is ready to open a retail store in India in 2021. Company said, Indian Market is very large and now we are focusing on that.

Apple sets eye on Indian Market

A Delegation of Congress leaders submitted Memorandum to President over Delhi's on going situation. Party chief Sonia Gandhi, on Thursday, urged President Ram Nath Kovind to call for Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation.

Delhi Remains Tense: Congress attack on Delhi CM,Police and HM

Special flights of the IAF and Air India evacuated foreigners and Indians from coronavirus-hit Wuhan in China and cruise ship in Japan. Union Health Minister Harshwardhan said that we are trying our best to evacuate Indians from Wuhan.

Coronavirus Updates: IAF, Air India carry out Evacuations

Ambrose D’Mello is 52-year-old and has been on a silent protest since 2005. He is protesting against the sale of packaged drinking water. He carries a slate with him to communicate by writing on it using a small piece of a damp cloth. Watch this video to know more about D’Mello's fight.

This 52-year-old man is on a 'Silent Protest' to make 'Big Noise'

An employee stormed the Molson Coors complex in Milwaukee in US and killed five co-workers before turning the gun on himself in one of the city's deadliest shootings.

Mass Shooting at Milwaukee kills 6 people including Gunman

US First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday tweeted two pictures of her with US President Donald Trump facing the Taj Mahal in Agra.

Donald Trump and his wife Melania had&nbsp;visited the Taj Mahal on the first day of their trip to India.&nbsp;

In the video, Trump and Melania were seen walking hand in hand where a guide shared the insights of the 17th-century masterpiece.&nbsp;

"One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the breathtaking Taj Mahal!" she said.

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US President Donald Trump had also expressed his pleasure after visiting Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, by describing it a "timeless testament to the rich and diverse beauty of Indian culture".&nbsp;

Trump's daughter Ivanka and Jared also explored the beauty of the historic site and also posed for the cameras.&nbsp;

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath had presented a portrait of Taj Mahal to Trump and the first lady after they concluded their visit and departed for Delhi.&nbsp;

During the visit, India and the US on Tuesday finalised defence deals worth USD 3 billion under which 30 military helicopters will be procured from two American defence majors for Indian armed forces.

The deals will include procurement of 24 MH-60 Romeo helicopters by India from the US at USD 2.6 billion. Another contract to acquire six AH-64E Apache helicopters for USD 800 million from the US is also on the table.

President Trump "reaffirmed the strong strategic partnership, vibrant economic ties and expanding security relationship between our two countries. Wonderful trip, but glad to be home! Thank you India!" said White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham.

(With inputs from PTI)

US First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday tweeted two pictures of her with US President Donald Trump facing the Taj Mahal in Agra. Donald Trump and his wife Melania had visited the Taj Mahal on the first day of their trip to India.

US First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday tweeted two pictures of her with US President Donald Trump facing the Taj Mahal in Agra. Donald Trump and his wife Melania had visited the Taj Mahal on the first day of their trip to India. In the video, Trump and Melania were seen walking hand in hand where a guide shared the insights of the 17th-century masterpiece. "One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the breathtaking Taj Mahal!" she said. One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the breathtaking Taj Mahal! pic.twitter.com/7Oz7h431Q0 — Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) February 26, 2020 × .@POTUS & @FLOTUS at Taj Mahal pic.twitter.com/Sp2qMOTg4c — Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) February 27, 2020 × US President Donald Trump had also expressed his pleasure after visiting Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, by describing it a "timeless testament to the rich and diverse beauty of Indian culture". Trump's daughter Ivanka and Jared also explored the beauty of the historic site and also posed for the cameras. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath had presented a portrait of Taj Mahal to Trump and the first lady after they concluded their visit and departed for Delhi. During the visit, India and the US on Tuesday finalised defence deals worth USD 3 billion under which 30 military helicopters will be procured from two American defence majors for Indian armed forces. The deals will include procurement of 24 MH-60 Romeo helicopters by India from the US at USD 2.6 billion. Another contract to acquire six AH-64E Apache helicopters for USD 800 million from the US is also on the table. President Trump "reaffirmed the strong strategic partnership, vibrant economic ties and expanding security relationship between our two countries. Wonderful trip, but glad to be home! Thank you India!" said White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham. (With inputs from PTI)

Melania Trump tweets video of Taj Mahal, calls it 'breathtaking'

Today was the business end of Donald Trump's visit to India. After holding talks with PM Modi, the US President took questions from the press - giving his take on the trade negotiations and even the Citizenship Amendment Law. This report gets you the highlights.

Gravitas: Trump's visit to India, highlights from Day 2

US President Donald Trump wrapped up his visit to India today. India and the US have elevated their ties. This report tells you all about the road ahead for the India-US partnership.

Gravitas: India- US ties, the road ahead

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US President while addressing reporters in New Delhi said that he had good relations with both PM Modi and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan while asserting that he would do anything to help solve the Kashmir issue.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/anything-i-can-do-to-mediate-have-great-relations-with-pm-modi-and-imran-khan-trump-on-kashmir-282715">READ MORE</a>

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This camaraderie has come full circle with 'Namaste Trump', where Trump’s opening remarks are seemingly manifested in his, “… America respects India and America will always be faithful and loyal friends to the Indian people.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/diaspora-dynamics-in-howdy-modi-to-namaste-trump-282679">READ MORE</a>

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Trump and PM Modi called on Pakistan to ensure that no territory under its control is used to launch terrorist attacks, and to expeditiously bring to justice the perpetrators of such attacks, including 26/11 Mumbai and Pathankot.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-joint-statement-india-us-call-on-pakistan-to-bring-to-justice-pathankot-and-2611-attackers-282741">READ MORE</a>

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Trump being the master deal-maker had said on Monday that he is holding out for a bigger, better and a fantastic deal but today the US president didn't mince words.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/five-key-takeaways-from-day-2-of-trumps-india-visit-282735">READ MORE</a>

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Pakistan global hub of terrorism, says India at UNHRC

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Lawyer to court: Julian Assange stripped naked and handcuffed

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World's oldest man Chitetsu Watanabe dies in Japan at 112

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Washington pledges $1 billion for coronavirus vaccine as pandemic risks grow US President Donald Trump will seek $2.5 billion from Congress to fight the coronavirus epidemic and US and South Korean militaries are considering scaling back joint training as the virus spreads in Europe and the Middle East.

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Chinese regions deemed at low risk from the coronavirus outbreak should fully resume normal activities and end transport bans, an official at the state planning agency said on Tuesday.

Chinese regions deemed at low risk from the coronavirus outbreak should fully resume normal activities and end transport bans, an official at the state planning agency said on Tuesday. China needed to take a more nuanced approach to control the epidemic to ensure the economic impact is minimised, Ou Xiaoli of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) told a news briefing. "Low-risk areas ... are to restore order in production and life, cancel transport restrictions and help enterprises solve employment, raw material, funding, equipment and other difficulties," he said. Also Read: Hong Kongers set up face mask factory amid coronavirus panic buying "The current epidemic situation is not the same everywhere," he said, adding that if control measures were not tailored to circumstances in different places, it could hurt the economic recovery. The World Health Organization (WHO) has said the epidemic in China peaked between January 23 and February 2 and has been declining since. China on Tuesday reported a rise in new cases in Hubei province, the centre of the outbreak. But excluding those, China had just nine new infections on Monday, the lowest number since January 20. Watch: Coronavirus death toll surges to 2, 469 Ou said counties apart from Beijing and Hubei would be divided into "low-risk", "medium-risk" and "high-risk" and draw up their production recovery plans accordingly. Low-risk areas should "completely restore work and life procedures", end all restrictions on transportation and help enterprises resolve funding and raw material problems, he said. China's leaders have been urging regions outside the major infection zone of Hubei to do their utmost to restore the economy, and many have in recent days downgraded their emergency response measures after reporting no new cases. Also Read: Virus-hit China set to postpone parliament for first time in decades President Xi Jinping said on Sunday the economy would take a big hit and low-risk provinces should focus on going back to work and restoring production. But high-risk areas should continue to focus on controlling the epidemic, he said. Hubei backtracked on Monday after saying it would relax restrictions and allow healthy people to leave the province. It said the notice had been issued without authorisation and controls would remain in place. Ou said high-risk areas must maintain "strict controls" and gradually restore economic output only after the epidemic has been effectively curbed. At the same time, they should ensure that firms in essential sectors continue to function normally, he said. He Qinghua of the National Health Commission told the briefing entry-exit controls at residential compounds and tourist areas should remain in place in high-risk zones, and public gatherings still need to be restricted.

Low-risk Chinese regions must resume activity: State Planning Agency

Two more Iranians infected with coronavirus have died, media website Eghtesaonline said on Tuesday, taking to 14 the toll in the Islamic Republic, which has the highest tally of deaths outside China, where the virus emerged late last year.

Two more Iranians infected with coronavirus have died, media website Eghtesaonline said on Tuesday, taking to 14 the toll in the Islamic Republic, which has the highest tally of deaths outside China, where the virus emerged late last year. "Tests showed they had the new coronavirus," the head of the Medical Science University of Saveh said, according to the website. Iran's state TV said a team from the World Health Organisation (WHO) will arrive in the country on Tuesday. On Monday, the health ministry said 61 people had been infected in Iran and that around 900 other cases were suspected. Also Read: China, South Korea, Iran worst-hit from COVID-19, WHO warns of pandemic Iran has yet to say how many people it has quarantined but the semi-official Mehr news agency said 320 people had been hospitalised in the Shi'ite holy city of Qom, where Tehran confirmed its first two deaths last week. The outbreak in Iran comes as its clerical rulers face mounting US pressure that has hit the economy hard. Washington exited Iran's 2015 nuclear deal with major powers in 2018 and has reimposed sanctions on the country. The outbreak threatens to isolate Iran even further, with several countries suspending flights after coronavirus cases in travellers from Iran were confirmed in Canada, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan and Iraq. Also Read: Washington pledges $1 billion for coronavirus vaccine as pandemic risks grow Some neighbouring countries have closed their borders. An airport representative said on Tuesday that Dubai International Airport has suspended all flights to and from the Islamic Republic, except for Tehran. Six Arab countries have reported their first cases of coronavirus, with those infected all having links to Iran. Kuwait said on Tuesday the total number of infected people there had risen to eight. Bahrain said it also had eight cases, four of whom were Saudi nationals and two Bahrainis. To prevent the spread of the virus, Iranian authorities have ordered the nationwide cancellation of concerts, soccer matches, closures of schools and universities in many provinces as a precaution.

Iran's coronavirus death toll reaches 14

Taiwan's parliament approved a $2 billion package on Tuesday to help cushion the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on its export-reliant economy. The package includes loans for small businesses, subsidies for hard-hit tour agencies, tax cuts for tour bus drivers and even vouchers to spend on food in Taiwan's famous night markets, normally a top attraction for foreign tourists.

Taiwan's parliament approved a $2 billion package on Tuesday to help cushion the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on its export-reliant economy. The package includes loans for small businesses, subsidies for hard-hit tour agencies, tax cuts for tour bus drivers and even vouchers to spend on food in Taiwan's famous night markets, normally a top attraction for foreign tourists. See: Five things to know about the state of Taiwan Taiwan, whose largest trading partner is China, cut its estimate for 2020 economic growth this month as the outbreak threatens its economy, which is a key part of the global electronics supply chain. "Although there are waves after waves of challenges, as long as everyone is united, Taiwan will pass this test," President Tsai Ing-wen told reporters, after signing the package into law at the presidential office. The bill was passed with rare bipartisan support in parliament, and only a little more than a week after the government proposed it. Also Read: Now, Taiwan sells face masks to fend off Chinese buyers "Our common enemy is the virus. The 23 million people in Taiwan will not be defeated," Hung Mong-kai, a lawmaker from Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang party, told parliament after the bill was passed. "God bless Taiwan." The island has logged 31 cases of the virus and one death, and has largely suspended travel and tourism links with China to curb its spread. China has reported more than 2,600 deaths. Included in the stimulus legislation is a clause penalising people who violate government-mandated home quarantine orders, with those in breach possibly facing a T$2 million fine or two years in jail. Taiwan has reported several cases of people who were supposed to be in quarantine going missing, posing a potential threat to public health.

Taiwan passes $2 billion package to soften coronavirus hit to economy

A US federal judge on Sunday denied a request by Roger Stone's lawyers that she be removed from the case in which she last week sentenced the long-time adviser to President Donald Trump to three years and four months in prison.

A US federal judge on Sunday denied a request by Roger Stone's lawyers that she be removed from the case in which she last week sentenced the long-time adviser to President Donald Trump to three years and four months in prison. US District Judge Amy Berman Jackson had been accused of bias by Stone's attorneys in a filing on Friday that called for her recusal. Stone, 67, was convicted on November 15 of lying to Congress, obstruction of justice and witness tampering. Also Read: Trump's longtime ally Roger Stone jailed for 40 months for impeding congressional probe In a court filing on Sunday, Jackson rejected his lawyers' arguments and defended her impartiality. Trump has also complained about the judge in posts on Twitter. He has said he has no immediate plans to pardon Stone and would let the legal process play out, but that "at some point, I'm going to decide." Watch: Roger Stone sentenced for lying in Russia probe In sentencing Stone on Thursday, Jackson said the veteran Republican operative's lies to lawmakers investigating Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential election amounted to a threat to American democracy. Stone was convicted of lying to the Intelligence Committee about his attempts to contact WikiLeaks, the website that released damaging emails about Trump's 2016 Democratic election rival Hillary Clinton that US intelligence officials have concluded were stolen by Russian hackers.

Roger Stone requests removal of judge reviewing his case; request is denied

South Korea reported 161 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing the total number of infected patients in the country to 763, news agency Reuters reported quoting health authorities said on Monday.

South Korea reported 161 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing the total number of infected patients in the country to 763, news agency Reuters reported quoting health authorities said on Monday. Also, a fifth person infected with coronavirus in Italy died on Monday, raising mounting fears of the virus spreading globally. Here are the top 10 news stories that dominated the world arena. Coronavirus: South Korea reports 161 new cases, bringing total number of infected to 763 South Korea reported 161 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing the total number of infected patients in the country to 763, news agency Reuters reported quoting health authorities said on Monday. Read More Virus-hit China set to postpone parliament for first time in decades China is expected to decide Monday whether to postpone its annual parliament session for the first time since the Cultural Revolution as the country battles the coronavirus outbreak. Read More Iraq confirms first novel coronavirus case Iraq on Monday confirmed its first novel coronavirus case in an elderly Iranian national in the southern shrine city of Najaf, according to health officials. Read More Italy: Fifth coronavirus death; total infected tally over 200 A fifth person infected with coronavirus in Italy died on Monday, raising mounting fears of the virus spreading globally. Read More Donald Trump’s approval rating boosts chances of winning second term US President Donald Trump received a shot in the arm after his popularity ratings improved in the election year. Read More 46,000-year-old frozen bird discovered in Siberia The scientists have identified the specimen as a horned lark (eremophila alpestris) after its radiocarbon dating according to a paper published Friday in the journal Communications Biology. Read More Citizen scientists helping public see Jupiter like it's never been seen before NASA is taking the help of citizen scientists to unveil a side of Jupiter that's never been seen before. Read More Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad sends resignation letter to king Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has submitted a letter of resignation to Malaysia's king, his office said on Monday, amid talk of forming a new governing coalition. Read More Roger Stone requests removal of judge reviewing his case; request is denied A US federal judge on Sunday denied a request by Roger Stone's lawyers that she be removed from the case in which she last week sentenced the long-time adviser to President Donald Trump to three years and four months in prison. Read More Germany's CDU to decide on Merkel successor in April Angela Merkel's centre-right CDU will choose a new leader at a special congress on April 25 as the party scrambles to prepare for the veteran German chancellor's departure. Read More

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Iraq on Monday confirmed its first&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indian-markets-crash-as-coronavirus-alarm-spreads-globally-282430" target="_blank">novel coronavirus case</a>&nbsp;in an elderly Iranian national in the southern shrine city of Najaf, according to health officials.

Iraq, a country with a dilapidated healthcare system, often hosts pilgrims and religious students from Iran, where 12&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraq-protests-ali-al-sistani-warns-foreign-actors-against-interfering-in-anti-government-protests-259329" target="_blank">people have died</a>&nbsp;of the novel coronavirus since an outbreak there was first reported last week.

Iraq had blocked travel to and from the Islamic republic days before announcing a seminary student in Najaf was the country's first confirmed case.

Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/coronavirus-death-toll-surges-to-2-469-282273" target="_blank">Coronavirus death toll surges to 2, 469</a>

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Najaf's provincial health authority said the Iranian national had entered "before the ban was declared" in a statement on Monday. The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-triple-in-south-korea-with-556-infected-nationwide-282187" target="_blank">deaths from the COVID-19 virus</a>&nbsp;in Iran were the first in the Middle East and the country's toll is now the highest outside mainland China, the epidemic's epicentre.&nbsp;

Chinese nationals have been barred from entering Iraq, despite its hosting several Chinese oil companies.&nbsp;Iraq also closed the only border crossing with Kuwait at Safwan, south of Basra, late Sunday evening, after Kuwait confirmed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-2-dead-79-infected-in-italy-as-country-resorts-to-punitive-measures-to-contain-outbreak-282178" target="_blank">multiple COVID-19 cases</a>.

Concern has spread over social media networks in Iraq, with users expressing fears that the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-raises-alert-to-highest-level-as-coronavirus-cases-jump-282208" target="_blank">country cannot accommodate a coronavirus outbreak</a>. Many hospitals in the country are poorly equipped or in disrepair and there are less than 10 doctors for every 10,000 people, the World Health Organization says.

The novel coronavirus has spread to more than 25 countries since it emerged in December and is causing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-confirms-two-more-deaths-among-13-new-coronavirus-cases-282011" target="_blank">mounting alarm due to new outbreaks</a>&nbsp;in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. This week it reached Iran, Lebanon, Israel, Bahrain and Kuwait in the Middle East, with cases previously confirmed in the United Arab Emirates and Egypt.

Iraq on Monday confirmed its first novel coronavirus case in an elderly Iranian national in the southern shrine city of Najaf, according to health officials. Iraq, a country with a dilapidated healthcare system, often hosts pilgrims and religious students from Iran, where 12 people have died of the novel coronavirus since an outbreak there was first reported last week.

Iraq on Monday confirmed its first novel coronavirus case in an elderly Iranian national in the southern shrine city of Najaf, according to health officials. Iraq, a country with a dilapidated healthcare system, often hosts pilgrims and religious students from Iran, where 12 people have died of the novel coronavirus since an outbreak there was first reported last week. Iraq had blocked travel to and from the Islamic republic days before announcing a seminary student in Najaf was the country's first confirmed case. Watch: Coronavirus death toll surges to 2, 469 Najaf's provincial health authority said the Iranian national had entered "before the ban was declared" in a statement on Monday. The deaths from the COVID-19 virus in Iran were the first in the Middle East and the country's toll is now the highest outside mainland China, the epidemic's epicentre. Chinese nationals have been barred from entering Iraq, despite its hosting several Chinese oil companies. Iraq also closed the only border crossing with Kuwait at Safwan, south of Basra, late Sunday evening, after Kuwait confirmed multiple COVID-19 cases. Concern has spread over social media networks in Iraq, with users expressing fears that the country cannot accommodate a coronavirus outbreak. Many hospitals in the country are poorly equipped or in disrepair and there are less than 10 doctors for every 10,000 people, the World Health Organization says. The novel coronavirus has spread to more than 25 countries since it emerged in December and is causing mounting alarm due to new outbreaks in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. This week it reached Iran, Lebanon, Israel, Bahrain and Kuwait in the Middle East, with cases previously confirmed in the United Arab Emirates and Egypt.

Iraq confirms first novel coronavirus case

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