Avian influenza (H5N1) has been detected in a sheep in England for the first time, prompting the implementation of strict biosecurity measures. Authorities emphasize the low risk to livestock and urge animal owners to maintain cleanliness and report signs of infection, while monitoring of the situation continues.
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Air France will resume flights to Beirut this Saturday after suspending services due to the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict. Initially, the airline will operate five weekly flights, with Transavia, its low-cost subsidiary, restarting services on February 13 with three weekly flights. The airlines had halted operations in September amid escalating tensions. The resumption will be gradually increased, with regular assessments to ensure safety, following a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Maysaa Sabrine has become the first woman to lead Syria's central bank amidst the new leadership's reforms, which include easing state control over the economy. The central bank is facing severe US sanctions and has experienced a significant reduction in foreign currency reserves since the civil war.
Donald Trump's defense secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, narrowly secured Senate confirmation with the help of Vice President JD Vance's tie-breaking vote. Hegseth faced opposition from three Republicans and the entire Democratic caucus, amid concerns over his experience and past behavior.
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Alhurra, a US-funded Arabic news network, will cease broadcasting and lay off staff due to the Trump administration's funding cuts to government-backed media. Launched in 2004 to counter anti-American sentiment, Alhurra struggled against established networks. The move, part of broader budget reductions, has drawn criticism for potentially leaving space for extremist narratives in the Middle East.
A car bomb exploded on the outskirts of Manbij, Syria, killing at least 15 people, mostly women, and injuring dozens. The vehicle targeted was carrying agricultural workers. Conflicting reports suggest varying casualty numbers. Manbij has seen continued violence due to clashes between Turkish-backed factions and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces.
Germany's largest union, IG Metall, proposed that foreign companies selling products in the EU should use European-made components. Juergen Kerner, the union's deputy head, emphasized that carmakers from China and the US should assemble products with European parts if they want to sell in the region. While advocating for a balanced approach to avoid trade tensions, IG Metall stressed the importance of transforming Germany's economy, especially ahead of the upcoming election, urging voters to... Expand
Donald Trump's invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping for his inauguration, which was turned down, has led to a surge in foreign leaders seeking access. Traditionally, foreign leaders do not attend US presidential inaugurations, but Trump has invited those ideologically close to him, including leaders from Italy, Argentina, El Salvador, and former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.