Top international news

Here are some of the top international news stories from around the world:

Politics

  1. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Tensions between Ukraine and Russia continue to escalate, with both sides exchanging blame for the recent shelling of a Ukrainian town.
  2. Iran Nuclear Deal: The United States has announced that it will not extend the waivers on sanctions for countries importing Iranian oil, effectively ending the nuclear deal.
  3. Brexit: The UK and EU have reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the UK's withdrawal from the EU, but the deal still needs to be ratified by the UK Parliament.

Economy

  1. Global Trade Tensions: The US and China have imposed new tariffs on each other's goods, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
  2. European Economy: The European Central Bank has cut interest rates to stimulate economic growth, amid concerns about the impact of the trade war on the global economy.
  3. India's Economy: India's economy has slowed down, with GDP growth falling to a six-year low, due to a decline in consumer spending and investment.

Health

  1. Coronavirus Outbreak: The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency, with cases reported in over 20 countries.
  2. Ebola Outbreak: The Democratic Republic of Congo is struggling to contain an Ebola outbreak, with over 3,000 cases reported.
  3. Measles Outbreak: The US has reported a record number of measles cases, with outbreaks reported in several states.

Environment

  1. Climate Change: The UN has warned that the world is running out of time to take action on climate change, with the consequences of inaction including more frequent natural disasters and rising sea levels.
  2. Wildfires: Australia is battling its worst wildfires in decades, with over 10 million hectares of land burned and thousands of people displaced.
  3. Plastic Pollution: The UN has launched a new initiative to reduce plastic pollution, with a goal of eliminating single-use plastics by 2025.

Other News

  1. Hong Kong Protests: Pro-democracy protests have continued in Hong Kong, with clashes between protesters and police resulting in injuries and arrests.
  2. North Korea-US Relations: The US and North Korea have held talks on denuclearization, but the talks have stalled due to disagreements over sanctions and verification.
  3. South Africa Protests: Protests have erupted in South Africa over issues including corruption, unemployment, and inequality, with several people killed and many more injured.

These are just a few of the top international news stories from around the world. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news!