Ukraine recalls Belarus envoy for consultations ‘for first time ever’, but it’s not about protests

Kiev has recalled its ambassador from Minsk for consultations, for the “first time in history.” However, the move appears to be more about Belarus’ refusal to hand suspected Russian mercenaries over to Ukraine than the protests. … Read More >Ukraine recalls Belarus envoy for consultations ‘for first time ever’, but it’s not about protests

France sends in RIOT POLICE to enforce mask-wearing in Marseille amid spike in new Covid-19 cases

The French government has sent 130 riot officers to help enforce face mask wearing rules in the southern city of Marseille as the nation sees a rise in new coronavirus cases amid increased resistance to restrictions. … Read More >France sends in RIOT POLICE to enforce mask-wearing in Marseille amid spike in new Covid-19 cases

UAE says deal with Israel is not directed at Tehran, summons Iran’s envoy after President Rouhani blasts agreement

The United Arab Emirates’ agreement to normalize ties with Israel was not directed against Iran, the Gulf state’s foreign affairs minister claimed after the deal was slammed by Tehran. … Read More >UAE says deal with Israel is not directed at Tehran, summons Iran’s envoy after President Rouhani blasts agreement

China awards country’s 1st Covid-19 vaccine patent amid ‘baseless’ US claims that Beijing stole coronavirus research

China has approved the country’s first-ever coronavirus vaccine patent, state media reported, paving the way for home-grown inoculation against the illness. … Read More >China awards country’s 1st Covid-19 vaccine patent amid ‘baseless’ US claims that Beijing stole coronavirus research