Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko on Friday said a test system for detecting the coronavirus variant discovered in the UK will soon be available for medical institutions, the TASS news agency reported.
Russia has suspended flights to and from Britain until February 1. The ban has been in place since December 22.
Israel strike kills Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza
A prominent Al Jazeera journalist, who had previously been threatened by Israel, was killed along with four colleagues in an Israeli airstrike on Sunday, in an attack condemned by journalists and rights groups.
Australia to recognise Palestinian state at UN in September
Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at next month's United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday, a move that adds to international pressure on Israel after similar announcements from France, Britain and Canada.
India's top court orders Delhi authorities to move stray dogs to shelters
India's top court ordered authorities in the capital Delhi and its suburbs on Monday to relocate all stray dogs to shelters within eight weeks, according to the Live Law website, after media reports of a rise in cases of rabies, especially among children.
Arab League condemns Israeli plan to impose control over Gaza
The Council of the Arab League has condemned the Israeli government’s plans to impose military control over the Gaza Strip and displace its population, stating it constitutes a violation of international law and a threat to Arab and regional security.
Firefighters battle 'fire whirls' in northern Spain
Extreme heat and strong winds caused "fire whirls" as a blaze burned several houses and forced the evacuation of hundreds of people from near a UNESCO-listed national park in northern Spain, authorities said on Monday.
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