EU SANCTIONS CHINESE OFFICIALS - AND CHINA HITS BACK

The European Union has announced sanctions against officials it believes have seriously violated human rights around the world.

It singled out ten of the highest ranking officers in the Myanmar military for their part in a recent coup.

And imposed restrictions on eleven officials from China, North Korea, Russia and other countries.

Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.

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Putin calls for acceleration of vaccine rollout

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for the country to ramp up its COVID-19 vaccine rollout, but stressed that inoculation was a 'personal decision'. In a televised meeting, he said he planned to get his first jab on Tuesday. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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US trial of AstraZeneca shot confirms it is safe and highly effective

The highly anticipated results of a U.S. trial of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine confirm the shot is safe and 79 per cent effective.

More than 32,000 volunteers took part in the study in America, Chile and Peru- and concluded there are no safety concerns involving blood clots. 

The news follows a recent EU pause to the AstraZeneca vaccine amid concerns about a possible link, which has been categorically refuted now by the EU’s own regulators.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Weekend vaccination rates fall in Germany compared to week prior

The German Ministry for Health has released its latest vaccine data, revealing just over 9% of the German population have been given a jab. 

The latest figures come as the country is being told to prepare for yet another lockdown extension, with Covid-19 cases continuing to rise. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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Europe grapples with third wave as in-person leaders summit turns virtual

The European Union has cancelled an in-person leaders summit as coronavirus infection rates continue to surge across Europe. 

The summit, scheduled for Thursday and Friday, will now take place virtually. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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UGANDA AUTHORITIES SEARCH FOR LION KILLERS

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Authorities in Uganda are searching for perpetrators who killed six lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda's best-known wildlife reserves. Leon Solomon reports.

 

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UK PM Boris Johnson calling EU leaders to urge against vaccine export ban

Boris Johnson is due to speak to his EU counterparts amid a continuing row over Covid-19 vaccine supplies.

EU leaders are holding a virtual meeting later this week to discuss a ban on exporting the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to the UK. But the British Prime Minister is urging them not to. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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Russian court rejects Navalny claim

A Russian court has rejected a claim that security services failed to investigate the alleged poisoning of Alexey Navalny. The Russian government denies playing any part in the opposition figure's illness last year. Julia Chapman has more.

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South Sudan to receive COVID-19 vaccines on Monday

South Sudan is expected to receive the first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines on Monday.

The country's health ministry says the government will receive 59 thousand doses of Astrazeneca vaccines from African Union.

Patrick Oyet reports from South Sudan's capital Juba.

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CONGO PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE DIES

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A leading opposition candidate in the Republic of Congo's presidential election has died.

Parfait Kolelas died of COVID-19 on Sunday as health teams were preparing to take him to France for treatment. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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UK PM URGES EU NOT TO BLOCK VACCINES

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is due to call EU leaders, urging them not to ban vaccine exports to Britain.

EU leaders will meet virtually on Thursday to discuss an export ban.

Brussels is facing criticism over the speed of Europe's vaccine roll-out compared to the UK.

Care Minister Helen Whately is urging the EU not to go down the route of blocking doses.

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Covid-19 infections continue to rise in India

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The number of fresh daily Covid-19 infections in India has seen its highest rise since November, with 46,951 confirmed new cases in the past 24 hours. The country also recorded more than 200 new Covid-19 deaths.

Amid the surge in cases, Mumbai is introducing compulsory random coronavirus tests at shopping malls and train stations.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Trump planning social media return with own platform says aide

Donald Trump will soon return to social media "with his own platform" according to one of his aides.

The former US President has been offline since he was suspended from several social media sites including Twitter and Facebook, following the January riot at the US Capitol.

Our Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.

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Overnight COVID curfews in Miami Beach prompted by chaotic spring Break crowds

A state of emergency has been declared at Miami Beach in the US state of Florida, after large crowds descended on the area for spring break despite the pandemic.

As our correspondent Jagruti Dave reports, the measure was prompted by concerns they could spread the coronavirus.

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US Department of Homeland Security says southern border is closed

The United States Homeland Security Secretary has defended President Joe Biden's immigration policy saying the southern border is closed.

It comes amid a surge in the number of people seeking entry into the United States from Mexico and Central America.

Jagruti Dave reports from Washington

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US Defence Secretary make surprise visit to Afghanistan

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has made a surprise visit to Afghanistan at a critical time in the peace process.

It comes as the Biden Administration considers withdrawing US armed forces from the country by May 1st.

Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.

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Final respects for Tanzania's President Magufuli begin in Dar es salaam

Tanzania's leaders have paid their last respects to the late President John Magufuli.

President Magufuli died on Wednesday and will be laid to rest on Friday, March 26th.

Isaac Lukando reports

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US and China wrap up "tough and direct" talks in Alaska

The US and China have wrapped up a two-day summit in Alaska, with White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan describing the talks as "tough and direct."

It's the first high-level meeting between the two superpowers since US President Joe Biden took office in January.

FSN's Nick Harper sent this report from Anchorage, Alaska.

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US ambassador to UN calls on world to unite in fight against racial discrimination

The US ambassador to the United Nations on Friday called on the world to unite in the fight against racism and white supremacy. 

Linda Thomas-Greenfield was addressing the UN General Assembly as the world body marked the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. 

From New York, Liling Tan reports.

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US markets brace for end to bank capital requirements relief, corporate tax worries

US markets are shaping up for an uncertain week ahead after the US Federal Reserve said it will not extend its pandemic-era rule to relax bank capital requirements.

Higher corporate taxes on the horizon is also putting further pressure on the stock market, already weighed down by rising bond yields. 

From New York, here's Liling Tan with the markets outlook.

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