Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) hospitals are facing severe pressure due to an increase in flu and norovirus cases, with emergency wards at several hospitals in Surrey and Kent overwhelmed. According to reports, the possibility of postponing operations and appointments is being considered. NHS officials have advised the public to use alternative healthcare facilities, while also noting an increase in hospital admissions due to the cold weather.
The incident has resulted in over 50 people injured, according to foreign news agencies. India’s space agency, ISRO, has reported a failure of its PSLV-C62 mission. Diplomats from several countries, including Iran, have held emergency meetings to discuss various issues, including the ongoing protests in Iran.
The royal family of Spain has announced that Princess Leonor, the eldest child of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, is set to become the country’s first-ever empowered queen in 150 years. This comes after the death of Queen Isabella II in 1868.
Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Arouni, has written a letter stating that President Trump is responsible for fueling instability and violence. Hamas, a Palestinian resistance group, has begun a leadership election process, which is expected to conclude by the end of the month.
Iran’s protests, which began two weeks ago, have subsided, with calm returning to the country. International calls have been restored, and the internet remains suspended. Iranian officials have responded to President Trump’s message to protesters, calling it an interference in the country’s internal affairs.
The UK’s intelligence agency has warned that the leader of the Sikh separatist group, Paramjeet Singh Pamma, poses a threat from Indian state agents. Pamma is the coordinator for the UK and Europe for the Khalistan Referendum Campaign.
Russia has condemned US threats of military action against Iran, calling them unacceptable. The head of Iran’s armed forces, Major General Amir Hatami, has stated that Iran’s military is more capable than ever, particularly in comparison to its 12-day war with Israel.
US immigration officials have confirmed the deaths of four more migrants in custody, bringing the total number of fatalities to 14. The US Central Command has announced the establishment of a new air and missile defense system at the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
President Trump has encouraged Iranian protesters to maintain their protests, while advising them to take control of their institutions. US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has stated that economic sanctions against Iran are a legitimate measure to address the country’s human rights abuses.
Iran has been hit by two weeks of violent protests, which have now subsided, with calm returning to the country. International calls have been restored, and the internet remains suspended. Iranian officials have responded to President Trump’s message to protesters, calling it an interference in the country’s internal affairs.
A woman and her accomplice have been accused of murdering a man and dumping his body in a canal.
