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COVID-19 infections in UK passes one million

AFAQ NEWS More than 21,900 COVID-19 cases were recorded in the UK on Saturday as the caseload tops 1,011,660, according to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). A total of 326 people succumbed to the lung disease within the last 24 hours, bringing the death toll to at least 46,550, the DHSC added.

Foreign Ministry expresses condolences over Turkey earthquake victims

AFAQ NEWS The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expressed sincere condolences to the government, and people of Turkey over the deadly earthquake that rock the country, and claimed the lives of many victims. The ministry’s spokesperson Ambassador Daifallah Fayez affirmed that the Kingdom stands beside the brotherly Republic of Turkey in this painful affliction. …

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Jordan reports highest daily caseload of 3,921 infections on Friday

AFAQ NEWS Jordan reported 3,921 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, the highest daily caseload since the pandemic broke out in the Kingdom in March, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 69,306. The death toll brought by the disease increased to 772, after 32 new fatalities were recorded on Friday, according …

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Large gatherings, campaign rallies not allowed: Minister

AFAQ NEWS Minister of Interior Tawfiq Halameh on Friday emphasized the importance of adherence to defense orders banning crowding and gatherings, including weddings and election rallies of more than 20 persons. Halalmeh said strict legal and administrative action will be taken against those who fail to observe the orders. He stressed that adherence to such …

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UN official expresses ‘deep concern’ over Prophet cartoon row

AFAQ NEWS The head of a United Nations anti-extremism body has expressed “deep concern” over growing tensions over satirical cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad, urging “mutual respect” between people of different faiths and political views. The statement on Wednesday by Miguel Angel Moratinos – who heads the UN Alliance of Civilizations – follows growing anger …

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Lockdowns return as Europe confronts second wave

AFAQ NEWS Two of Europe’s biggest economies are reinstating some form of national lockdown, as the continent confronts a surge in coronavirus cases and deaths. From Friday people in France will only be allowed to leave home for essential work or medical reasons. French President Emmanuel Macron said the country risked being “overwhelmed by a …

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UK reports 24701 Covid-19 infections, 310 fatalities

AFAQ NEWS A total of 24701 Covid-19 infections were recorded in the UK on Sunday, pushing the caseload to some 942275 nationwide, according to the Department of Health and Social Work (DHSW). The lung disease killed at least 310 within the last 24 hours as the death toll nears 45675, the DHSC added.

Jordan denounces Houthi drone attacks against Saudi Arabia

AFAQ NEWS: The Foreign Ministry on Wednesday denounced the Houthis’ continued launching of drones targeting civilian areas in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The ministry’s spokesperson, Daifallah Fayez, stressed Jordan’s utmost condemnation and rejection of these repeated cowardly terrorist attacks. He also confirmed Jordan’s full support to the Kingdom’s efforts towards defending its security and …

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Army chief, Indian Ambassador discuss ties

AFAQ NEWS: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Hneiti on Wednesday received India’s Ambassador to Jordan, Anwar Halim and the accompanying delegation. Maj. Gen. Hneiti and Ambassador Halim discussed aspects of military cooperation and means of enhancing ties of common interest, to serve the interest of both countries.

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