Afghan taekwondo coach freed after 13 days in custody over ‘improper hijab’
An Afghan female taekwondo coach who was arrested for allegedly not wearing the hijab “properly” has been released after spending 13 days in detention, reports BBC.
VB Desk, International
VB Desk, International
China will swallow Canada: Trump
US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Canada for opposing the proposed deployment of the “Golden Dome” air defense system in Greenland, warning that China could eventually “swallow” Canada as Ottawa deepens trade ties with Beijing.
US formally exits WHO
The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization. The process began a year ago through an executive order signed by US President Donald Trump.
Japan PM dissolves parliament
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved parliament, paving the way for a snap national election scheduled for February 8.
Trump orders US warships toward Middle East amid tensions with Iran
The United States is reinforcing its military presence in the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran, ordering a major naval force to move toward the Gulf region, according to US officials.
US exits WHO leaving $260mn in dues
The United States has formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), leaving behind nearly $260 million in dues, according to WHO estimates.
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