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World - 2020-11-18

US imposes fresh Iran-related sanctions, targets Khamenei-linked foundation

The sanctions imposed by the US Treasury Department marked the latest action to reinforce the "maximum pressure" campaign on Tehran.
Iran's Supreme Leader uses Bonyad Mostazafan to reward his allies under the pretense of charity.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 09:10pm

USA

Canadian homes prices rise again in record October

The Teranet-National Bank Composite House Price Index, which tracks data collected from public land registries to measure changes for repeat sales of single-family homes.
Prices were up 2.7% in the capital region of Ottawa-Gatineau and 2.1% in Hamilton.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 07:41pm

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Iraq, Saudi Arabia border crossing opens for trade, first time since 1990

Arar has been closed since 1990 after the two countries cut ties following Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait.
Riyadh has been wooing Baghdad as part of an effort to stem the growing regional influence of Iran.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 07:31pm

USA

Senator McConnell reiterates that there will be an "orderly" transfer of power

On Tuesday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell being faced with questions pertaining to the government's transition process towards a Biden Administration, stated that a transfer of power will happen on time.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 07:58pm

South Asia

Hundreds sign up for Delhi race as it battles coronavirus surge, pollution

The organiser said, despite concerns over the Indian capital's toxic air.
The Indian capital is also grappling with a surge in coronavirus infections this month fuelled by large crowds at religious festivals.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 06:13pm

Middle East

Israel, Bahrain agree to open embassies

I was pleased to convey to Minister Ashkenazi the Kingdom of Bahrain's formal request to open an embassy in Israel.
Israeli and Bahrani officials signed several memoranda of understanding in October in Manama covering trade, air services, telecommunications, finance, banking and agriculture.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 05:58pm

Europe

EU recommends use of COVID rapid tests after symptoms emerge

Rapid antigen kits are less precise than standard PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests.
Rapid antigen tests should be used within five days after the onset of symptoms or within seven days after exposure to a confirmed COVID-19 case.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 05:42pm

Middle East

Iran warns of "crushing response" after President Trump hastily calls off military strike

On Tuesday, the Iranian government warned that any attack by the United States would face a "crushing response", following reports that President had to be narrowly dissuaded from launching a military strike against Iran in the final months of his administration.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 06:27pm

USA

Michigan county Board of Canvassers unanimously certify election results

On Tuesday, the board of canvassers in Michigan's largest county voted to unanimously certify the election results after initially being deadlocked in a party-line vote.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 03:46pm

Australian envoy's visit to RSS headquarters stirs controversy, draws widespread condemnation

Former Australian Senator Lee Rhiannon terms visit as "deeply shameful" while minorities living in Australia have demanded resignation from O'Farrell

Published 18 Nov, 2020 02:19pm

Middle East

Violent clashes between warring factions kill 50 fighters in Southern Yemen

On Tuesday, there was an intense outbreak of violence between Emirati-backed separatists and the country's internationally-recognized government killed nearly 50 fighters on both sides.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 02:41pm

Trump fires top U.S. election cybersecurity official who defended vote

Trump accused Chris Krebs without evidence of making a highly inaccurate statement affirming the Nov. 3 election was secure and rejecting claims of fraud.

Published 18 Nov, 2020 01:51pm

Iran feeds uranium gas into advanced centrifuges underground - IAEA report

The move is the latest breach by Iran of its nuclear deal with major powers, which says it can only accumulate enriched uranium with first-generation IR-1 machines and those are the only ones it can operate at the underground plant.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 01:53pm

First time in history: New Zealand all set to introduce hijab in police uniform

Constable Zeena Ali, who joined the force in the wake of the 2019 Christchurch terror attacks, will be the first officer in the history to wear the police-issued hijab

Published 18 Nov, 2020 12:44pm

USA

President Trump orders withdrawal of 2000 American troops from Afghanistan by early January

President Trump has ordered the Pentagon to withdraw 2500 troops from Afghanistan and Iraq by mid-January, despite the repeated warnings from NATO and the intelligence community.

Updated 18 Nov, 2020 12:07pm

India's Modi calls Biden to advance strategic ties

Modi’s critics say the prime minister had come dangerously close to endorsing Trump’s candidature, which they said could hurt India’s prospects under a Democratic administration

Published 18 Nov, 2020 11:19am

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Sri Lanka to open up Chinese-backed ‘port city’, offer tax breaks

COLOMBO: A mega Chinese real-estate development in Sri Lanka will open early next year offering tax concessions to...