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World News Round-Up: US-Taliban Peace, Malaysia, Assange, J&K, Coronavirus

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Troubles of and around Coronavirus are showing no signs of decreasing. Industries and Economies are falling and counting methods are being contended with no particular cure in sight. US-Taliban Peace Agreement is underway. The Peace Deal would lead to the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan and the commitment of Afghan to drive out terrorism. WikiLeaks co-founder Julian Assange is under court trial in UK as US seeks his extradition. Pakistan’s ally Malaysia has fallen into a political spiral with PM Mahathir resigning over political turmoil. At the UNHRC meet, Pakistan condemned India for violating Human Rights in the Jammu and Kashmir region. Indian diplomat Vikas Swarup slammed Pakistan by saying it is India’s internal matter. Have a quick roundup of what happened in India and across the globe by clicking the top stories of the week:

  1. Coronavirus Outbreak Continues To Worry China – Coronavirus has continued its grip over the world with suspected cases and death toll increasing in Mainland China. Amidst changes in calculating methods, and allegations being raised against Xi Jinping and Chinese authorities of negligence and cover-up, American scientists have made a breakthrough by identifying the use of spike protein to create vaccine for treatment. China has also urged other nations to cooperate and show kindness by recalling the example of the visit of India’s Defence Minister George Fernandes during the SARS outbreak.

  2. Foes No More? US-Taliban Close To Peace Deal – The Taliban, the United States and Afghan security forces have raised hopes for a resolution to the 18-year-long war after a week-long reduction in violence on last Friday. Reports suggest that the agreement between US and Taliban representatives promises to secure a peace deal on February 29, that can lead to a withdrawal of American forces from Afghanistan.

  3. WikiLeaks Co-Founder Assange Facing Court Trial In UK – Julian Assange is under trial in the UK court for the allegation of leaking sensitive and classified information through WikiLeaks. USA is seeking Assange’s extradition.

  4. Malaysia Political Mayhem: Will India Strongarm Pak Ally? – After a tussle between coalition parties, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, world’s oldest leader – aged 94, has resigned from his post on February 24. Change in Malaysian government presents Malaysia an opportunity to resolve its spat with India. India’s ties with this Pakistan-ally deteriorated after Mahathir criticized CAA and the Abrogation of Article 370. In retaliation, India had curbed Palm Oil imports from Malaysia.

  5. India Slams Pakistan For Taking ‘Article 370’ International – India received many comments on the Abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir. India in the 43rd session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) held at Geneva from 27 February to 20 March, responded and clarified its position on the matter. Indian diplomat Vikas Swarup slammed Pakistan for criticizing India on Human Rights and for taking the issue of Article 370 international.

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