A severe winter storm has hit multiple states in the United States, with Washington state and Texas among the hardest-hit areas, according to reports from the American media. The storm has caused widespread disruptions, with over 14,000 flights grounded across the country. Over 800,000 consumers have lost power, and there is a concern that over 240 million people in 40 states may be affected. Emergency declarations have been issued in 24 states, with extreme weather conditions expected to persist for the next week.
Extreme weather warnings have been issued for Washington state and New York city, where residents have been advised to stay indoors. The federal government has announced that all non-essential federal offices in Washington state will be closed on Monday. Online classes will be held at schools in New York city.
The American Meteorological Society has predicted that the effects of the winter storm will continue for the next week. Meanwhile, the US has reiterated its commitment to not using its territory for any military operations against Iran. Israel’s military has confirmed that the remains of a hostage have been found in the Gaza Strip, and all hostages have been released.
In a statement to the media, US President Donald Trump claimed that the US had used a secret weapon called “The Discombobulator” to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a raid. A total of 100 people have been placed under quarantine in their homes, with one patient in critical condition. The US has increased its military presence in the Middle East, with a large US naval armada reportedly heading towards the Gulf region, with a focus on Iran.
According to reports, two senior health officials from Iran’s Ministry of Health have claimed that security forces opened fire on protesters, leaving bodies scattered on the streets due to a shortage of ambulances. Ali Larijani’s daughter, Fatemeh Ardeshir Larijani, who was an assistant professor at the University of America’s medical school, was reportedly killed in a shooting incident involving US immigration officials in Minneapolis.
Meanwhile, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ehsan Mani has stated that the decision on Pakistan’s participation in the T20 World Cup will be made by Friday or Saturday. The US has reiterated its commitment not to use its territory for any military operations against Iran.
In other news, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mehmood Khan, has written an official letter to the Prime Minister of Pakistan regarding the non-payment of federal funds. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that it will make a decision on Pakistan’s participation in the T20 World Cup by Friday or Saturday.
In a bizarre incident, the Pakistan wildlife department in Punjab has seized 57 poached tigers in a single day and arrested eight individuals in connection with the crime.
