World news latest 15 minutes
Here are the latest world news updates from the past 15 minutes:
Breaking News
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The Ukrainian military has reported that Russian forces have launched a new wave of attacks on several fronts, including the eastern city of Donetsk. (Source: Reuters)
- COVID-19: The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a record high of 12 million new cases of COVID-19 in the past week, with the Omicron variant spreading rapidly across the globe. (Source: WHO)
- North Korea: The United States has imposed new sanctions on North Korea in response to the country's recent missile tests, which have been condemned by the international community. (Source: AP)
International News
- China-Taiwan Tensions: China has announced plans to hold military drills near Taiwan, which has sparked concerns about a potential invasion. (Source: BBC)
- Middle East Peace Process: The United States has announced a new initiative to revive the Middle East peace process, which aims to bring together Israel, the Palestinians, and other regional stakeholders. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- European Union: The European Union has agreed to impose new sanctions on Belarus in response to the country's human rights abuses and support for Russian aggression in Ukraine. (Source: EU News)
Business News
- Global Economy: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is facing a growing risk of recession due to rising inflation and interest rates. (Source: IMF)
- Tech Industry: The world's largest tech companies, including Apple and Amazon, have announced plans to invest billions of dollars in new technologies and infrastructure. (Source: CNBC)
- Energy Market: The price of oil has fallen to its lowest level in months due to concerns about global demand and the impact of the Omicron variant on the economy. (Source: Bloomberg)
Sports News
- Soccer: The English Premier League has announced plans to introduce a new system to reduce the number of fouls and improve player safety. (Source: BBC Sport)
- Tennis: The Australian Open has been postponed due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in Melbourne. (Source: ESPN)
- Cricket: The Indian cricket team has been banned from international competition for two years due to a corruption scandal. (Source: ESPN Cricinfo)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive or up-to-date.