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UPDATE - Fully Recovered COVID-19 Patients Cannot Be Infected 2nd Time - Russian Gamaleya Institute

A person who has fully recovered from the coronavirus cannot get infected with the virus for the second time, Director of Russia's Gamaleya Scientific Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology Alexander Gintsburg said on Saturday.

Moscow Says Ready to Continue Promoting MidEast Settlement as Part of Middle East Quartet

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov held a phone conversation with a member of the Palestinian Fatah party, Hussein Sheikh, and said that Moscow was ready to continue promoting the Israeli-Palestinian settlement as part of the Middle East Quartet of international mediators, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday.

"The Russian side expressed readiness to continue efforts, including within the Middle East Quartet, to promote a constructive Israeli-Palestinian negotiations process on the basis of the well known platform of the Middle East settlement," the statement said.

During the conversation held on Friday, Bogdanov emphasized the actuality of Moscow's proposal to host a personal meeting between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Sons of Jamal Khashoggi pardon the killers of their father

Hatice Cengez the fiancee of Jamal Khashoggi, however, says that no one has the right to forgive the killers, saying that heinous murder does not have limitations.

Afghan Intelligence officials killed in Taliban car bombing

The Official sources say that the Taliban carried out attack on security officials which left 40 other people injured in Ghazni city.

China partially seals Jilin, suspends transport links after new waves of virus

The latest reports say Jilin Mayor has expressed serious concerns, calling the situation disastrous for the region.

China plans to retest entire population in Wuhan after emergence of new cases

The reports say that Jilin and Heilongjiang which located near Russian border have reported cluster of new cases, leaving the Chinese authorities at high alert who has restrained the neighboring country from visiting the areas.

China rejects US allegations about spread of Coronavirus

China has expressed strong reaction over US Scientists and media persons’ latest allegations that China is behind the spread of global pandemic.

Freedom fighter Riyaz Naikoo goes as top trend on Twitter consecutively on second day of his martyrdom

Kashmiri people and fans of great freedom fighter Riyaz Naikoo pay him tribute for sacrificing his life for freedom while fighting against hundreds of Indian forces for years.

US needs a leader like Joe Biden, says Hillary Clinton

The former first lady and Secretary of the State has endorsed Biden for his nomination as the next Presidential candidate for upcoming US elections.

Ghana President ends lockdowns put against spread of Coronavirus

President Nana Akufo-Addo has asked the citizens to return to work from today.

Death toll rises to 18, 600 after 500,000 cases in the US

The tally of Coronavirus cases has surpassed over 1.7 million people in 200 countries around the world.

SA asks Islamic world to wait for clarity about COVID 19 before making any plan for Hajj 2020

The Saudi officials say that they are closely watching the situation and will inform the entire Muslim world about their decision keeping in view the situation coming out of global Coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus is worst crisis since World War II: UN Chief

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says the situation is the worst than World War II.

Coronavirus: $2.5 trillion rescue package needed for world’s emerging economies

According to new analysis from UNCTAD, the UN trade and development body, commodity-rich exporting countries will face a $2 trillion to $3 trillion drop in investment from overseas in the next two years.

Spain Princess Maria Teresa of Bourbon Parma passes away from Coronavirus

The brother of princess announced death of her sister due to novel Coronavirus.

Social media echo footman of Queen Elizabeth tests positive for Coronavirus

There is no official confirmation that whether Footman, who regularly walks the Queen’s dogs and was in regular contact with monarch has tested positive for Coronavirus.

China runs first train from Wuhan to Europe

The reports say that Wuhan City from where Coronavirus started first has partially been opened by the Chinese government.  

Trump says US and China are working closely to curb Coronavirus

US President Trump says he had good conversation with Chinese President Xi about Coronavirus and its impact on the world.

Sikh Temple under attack in Kabul: 11 dead, several others injured

The local media say that the terrorists attacked Sikh Temple, leaving 11 dead and several others injured in Kabul on Wednesday morning.

Doctor cries after failure to hug his own child due to social distancing amid Corona fears

The video of doctor seeing his own child at a distance and refusing him hug went viral on social media.

UK announces lockdown to control spread of Coronavirus

The government banned unnecessary events like weddings and baptisms and directed police to enforce strict new measures with fines.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel will go into self-isolation

German government spokesperson says that she has decided to go into quarantine after seeing her doctor who tested positive for Coronavirus.

SA halts entry and prayer in outer courtyards of holy mosques in Mecca, Medina

The measure has been taken to control spread of Coronavirus in cities.