3 current news about the world

Here are three current news articles from around the world:

1. COVID-19: Global Cases Surpass 200 Million

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide has surpassed 200 million, with over 4.3 million reported deaths. The WHO has warned that the pandemic is far from over, and that new variants of the virus are emerging, posing a threat to global efforts to control the spread of the disease.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

2. Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire

After 11 days of intense fighting, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, bringing an end to the worst violence in years between the two sides. The ceasefire was brokered by Egypt and came into effect at 2am local time on Friday. The conflict had resulted in the deaths of at least 248 Palestinians and 12 Israelis.

Source: The New York Times

3. China's Xi Jinping Reappointed as President

China's National People's Congress has reappointed Xi Jinping as President for a third five-year term, cementing his position as the most powerful leader in China since Mao Zedong. Xi, who has been in power since 2013, has consolidated his authority and eliminated term limits, allowing him to remain in office indefinitely.

Source: BBC News