The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a significant drop in temperatures due to the onset of heavy rains in its northern regions, including Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Al Ain. The highest peak in Ras Al Khaimah, Jebel Jais, recorded a temperature of 6 degrees Celsius. Karachi has also experienced its first winter rain, with the possibility of a prolonged cold spell due to the formation of fog in various parts of the city. This comes after Dubai was affected by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms earlier this month, which disrupted daily life. In light of the poor weather conditions, the UAE government has implemented a remote work policy for all government offices, while the private sector has been advised to follow suit. Only essential staff were allowed to report to work.
Meanwhile, a tragic incident occurred in Russia, where social media influencer Arina Glazunova suffered fatal injuries after falling down from the stairs of a subway train. The incident has left the Russian public in shock.
In other news, the recent Hindu nationalist policies and dual foreign policy of India have strained its relations with the US. A British newspaper has expressed concern over the Indian government’s actions. Several books written by women and Iranian authors have been added to the list of banned literature in India. The Afghan magazine “Hast-e Sobbh” has also reported on a tragic incident involving a 26-year-old employee of the Indian biotech company Biocon, who was found dead in the company’s office.
A major heist occurred in Germany during the Christmas season, with 3 million euros stolen from a bank. Indian politician Mamta Banerjee has called for an investigation into the Pulwama attack and the Delhi blast. She has also urged Indian Home Minister Amit Shah to resign from his position.
The funeral and burial of Bangladesh’s first female Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, will take place in Dhaka on January 1. Speaker of the National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will represent Pakistan at the funeral. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has spoken with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan about the situation in Gaza. Israel has launched over 10,000 attacks on six countries in the region this year, according to reports.
A bus collision in Italy’s Piedmont region has left four people injured. The Saudi Cabinet, led by King Salman bin Abdulaziz, held a meeting in Riyadh. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has warned of a strong response to any potential US attack. The UAE has announced the withdrawal of its anti-terrorism units from Yemen.
In other news, the Bangladesh government has announced the withdrawal of its anti-terrorism units from the country. The Yemin government has declared a 90-day state of emergency following a Saudi-led coalition attack. The Indian government’s Hindu nationalist policies and dual foreign policy have strained its relations with the US, a British newspaper has reported.
