British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for the novel coronavirus and is self-isolating with what he described as “mild symptoms.” But Johnson says he “will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.”
Meanwhile, the United States is quickly becoming the new epicenter of the global outbreak and now leads the world in confirmed cases after surpassing China’s reported total. In Washington, the House is expected to vote Friday on a $2 trillion emergency relief bill, offering a measure of solace amid a sharp downturn and uncertainty over how long restrictions on movement will remain.
Here are some significant developments:
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said continued support for Ukraine is central to the alliance’s security,...
US intelligence assessed that Ukraine recaptured around 400 square kilometers of territory after Ukrainian officials disabled...
For decades, the Open Society Foundations have worked to advance justice and human rights in Africa,...
Following pressure from the U.S., the Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations is withdrawing his bid...
