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February 22, 2023
Hong Kong Revokes Visa for Controversial Chinese Scientist Who Edited Babies' Genes

Hong Kong officials issued late-night statement after visa granted to scientist He Jiankui drew criticism
February 22, 2023
Germany Expels Iranian Diplomats in Response to Death Sentence for German Citizen

German foreign minister says Jamshid Sharmahd did not get a fair trial
February 22, 2023
Pope Francis Highlights ‘Sad Anniversary’ of Russia’s Ukraine Invasion

Pontiff calls for ‘concrete efforts to end the conflict’
February 22, 2023
South Korea to Lift COVID-19 Post-Arrival Testing Requirements for Chinese Visitors

South Korea imposed testing on Chinese visitors in January after Beijing abruptly ended “zero-COVID” strategy
February 22, 2023
Latest Developments in Ukraine: Feb. 22

Full developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine
February 21, 2023
China Accuses US of 'Fueling the Fire' in Ukraine Crisis

Chinese officials respond to a U.S. warning not to arm Russia, saying it is America that is ‘pouring weapons onto the battlefield’
February 21, 2023
Putin: Russia to Suspend Participation in START Nuclear Treaty

US, Russia signed New START pact in 2010
February 21, 2023
ISS Crew to Remain on Orbital Outpost for an Extra Six Months

Two Russians and an American were set to return to Earth in March, but the Soyuz capsule that ferried them to the ISS in September began leaking coolant
February 21, 2023
Taiwan’s President Says Taipei Will Strengthen Military Ties With US

President Tsai Ing-wen tells visiting U.S. lawmakers that self-ruled island will cooperate with U.S. and other democratic nations to confront “authoritarian expansionism”
February 21, 2023
Russia Kills 5 in New Attack on Ukraine's Southern City of Kherson

US leader to discuss Russian invasion after unannounced visit to Kyiv
February 21, 2023
Latest Developments in Ukraine: Feb. 21

Full developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine
February 20, 2023
Death Toll Rises to 8 After Fresh Earthquake Strikes Turkey

The temblor comes two weeks after a massive earthquake that has killed nearly 45,000
February 20, 2023
EU Imposes New Sanctions on Myanmar as Violence Escalates

European Union placed restrictions on nine individuals and seven entities Monday in connection with the country's February 2021 coup
February 20, 2023
Afghan Taliban Closes a Main Border Crossing with Pakistan

Taliban says Pakistan did not abide by its ‘commitments,’ but did not say what those were
February 20, 2023
BBC Uncovers Sexual Abuse on Kenyan Tea Plantations

Farms supply some of Britain’s most popular brands, including PG Tips and Lipton
February 20, 2023
Hostages Being Held in Papua New Guinea

A ransom has been demanded
February 20, 2023
Biden Says ‘The World Stands With You’ in Surprise Visit to Ukraine

Ahead of anniversary of Russia’s invasion, US leader says, ‘One year later, Kyiv stands’
February 20, 2023
Iran Denies Enriching Uranium Near Weapons Grade

Comments followed report that UN investigators found uranium enriched to 84%
February 20, 2023
14 Killed in Wedding Party Bus Accident in Pakistan

64 people injured
February 20, 2023
Latest Developments in Ukraine: Feb. 20

Full developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine

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