The Japanese government intends to ban athletes and delegations from contact with locals during the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said speaking in parliament. He noted that they planned to take strict restrictive measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The Tokyo Summer Olympics were to be held July 24 – August… Continue reading Tokyo 2020: Athletes banned from contact with locals
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Israel delivers 120 strikes at targets in Gaza Strip over past day
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has delivered 120 strikes at various targets in the Gaza Strip, including ten rocket launchers, over the past 24 hours, the Times of Israel said on Tuesday, citing IDF Spokesperson Hidai Zilberman, QİA.AZ reports citing TASS. According to Zilberman, several strikes were delivered “in the affluent Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City,… Continue reading Israel delivers 120 strikes at targets in Gaza Strip over past day
India sees another record increase in COVID mortality
The daily increase in India’s coronavirus mortality has set a new record, “QİA.az” informs, citing the Indian Health Ministry. Over the past day, 4,329 people died in India due to COVID-related health complications. The total number of detected cases in the country has exceeded 25 million. However, for the second day in a row, the increase in the number of new… Continue reading India sees another record increase in COVID mortality
Turkey neutralizes three more PKK militants
Three more PKK terrorists were killed in the “Eren” operation in Turkey’s southeastern Siirt province, Interior Ministry Suleyman Soylu said on the social network, “QİA.az” informs. The minister noted that the number of PKK terrorists killed in this territory reached 10.
Oakland shooting leaves 2 dead
Two male victims died from gunshot wounds May 16 night after a shooting was reported in East Oakland, according to Oakland Police desk officer Wesley Huynh, “QİA.az” informs referring to NBC. The shooting was first reported at 5:53 p.m. May 16 in the 2500 block of Highland Avenue in the Highland Terrace neighborhood, Huynh said. The homicide… Continue reading Oakland shooting leaves 2 dead
Israel strikes homes of Hamas commanders
On the night of May 16-17, combat aircraft of the Israeli army hit nine houses belonging to high-ranking commanders of the Hamas movement, the Israeli Air Force tweeted, “QİA.az” informs. Among the houses attacked were the homes of the Beit Hanoun brigade commander, the Beit Haonun company commander, the Gaza City company commander and the Al-Shati brigade… Continue reading Israel strikes homes of Hamas commanders
Ex-president of Armenia refuses to participate in parliamentary elections
Former President of Armenia, Chairman of the opposition Republican Party Serzh Sargsyan won’t participate in the upcoming early parliamentary elections, “QİA.az” informs referring to Interfax. “I announced that I no longer apply for a high state post. My name will not be on the electoral list. I will help with my advice. I believe that I have… Continue reading Ex-president of Armenia refuses to participate in parliamentary elections
Montenegro opening borders for tourists
Montenegro will start receiving foreign tourists from next week, Prime Minister Zdravko Krivokapic said, “QİA.az” informs referring to foreign media. “Greece is open to all tourists, retail outlets, cafes, restaurants and hotels have started operating, which indicates what we must follow, as we have similar protocols and approaches. Montenegro next week will open all borders for… Continue reading Montenegro opening borders for tourists
Turkey registers over 11,000 new COVID-19 cases
Turkey reported more than 11,000 new coronavirus cases on Friday, as daily infections continue to drop amid a nationwide lockdown, QİA.AZ reports citing Anadolu. A total of 11,394 cases, including 1,102 symptomatic patients, were confirmed across the country, according to the latest Health Ministry data. Turkey’s overall case tally is now over 5.09 million, while the… Continue reading Turkey registers over 11,000 new COVID-19 cases
Sri Lanka tightening entry conditions for tourists
Due to the increase in the incidence of COVID-19, the Sri Lankan authorities have tightened the conditions of entry for those arriving from abroad, “QİA.az” informs referring to RIA Novosti. On May 12, the Ministry of Health issued new rules for foreign visitors. All travelers, regardless of whether they are vaccinated against coronavirus or not, will be… Continue reading Sri Lanka tightening entry conditions for tourists