Oct 1, 2020
Current News #5: World News
Italy Sees Improvement in COVID 19 Numbers, Response
Coronavirus cases have drastically dropped in Italy, after the country was hit hard at the beginning of the pandemic. According to a BBC News article, Italy’s percent positive percentage has less than one percent. The country’s recent success puts it in front of many of its European counterparts.
Who? Italy
What? Coronavirus cases
When/Where? Over the last two weeks, Italy
Why/ How? Increased testing and responses.
Normalization of Relations in Middle East Continues
After decades long tension in between Middle East countries and Israel, recent efforts has seen significant strides toward more peaceful relations. ABC News reports that the Saudi prince and other countries leaders remain on the fence in normalizing relations with Israel. Certainly, there will be enormous political consequence for whatever decision will be made.
Who? Israel and Middle East
So What? More peaceful relation in Middle East
When/Where? Since President Trump negotiated peace deals in Middle East.
Why/How? Political implications of peace and expected response of Muslim groups could be severe.
Forest Fires Rage in Eastern Ukraine
Evacuations are underway in Eastern Ukraine after nearly 146 fires were reported. Eight death have also been reported as tensions rise with pro-Russian separatists groups that are rumored to have started the fires. Reuters says the fires have added to already high tensions in the region.
