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Ukrainian shuts schools as coronavirus death toll hits new record

Ukraine shut schools in coronavirus hotspots on Friday and announced a requirement for vaccine certificates or negative tests to access public transport in the capital, after COVID-19 deaths hit a record high.

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Ethiopian government strikes Tigray regional capital for fourth day this week

Ethiopia conducted an air strike on the capital of the northern Tigray region on Friday for the fourth day this week, as fighting has intensified between central government and regional forces.

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Haiti gang leader threatens to kill kidnapped American missionaries
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Thailand announces reopening rules for tourism reboot
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Somalia's president, prime minister agree to speed up election
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China warns Slovaks, Czechs of retaliation for Taiwan minister visit