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WHO boss denounces vaccine inequity

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5 years ago

May 25, 2021

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The head of the World Health Organization has denounced vaccine inequity, warning that it’s perpetuating the COVID-19 pandemic

WHO’s Director-General says more than 75 per cent of all vaccines have been administered in just 10 countries.

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says he understands that “every government wants to vaccinate its entire population” but that is leading to high-risk groups in other countries remaining vulnerable.

 “Countries that vaccinate children and other low-risk groups now do so at the expense of health workers and high-risk groups in other countries,” Dr Tedros told the annual assembly of the World Health Organization.

He has called on Member States to support a “massive push” to vaccinate 10 percent of the population of every country by September, and 30% by the end of the year.

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“VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION”

Dr Tedros believes the world remains in a “very dangerous situation”, warning that no country should assume “it is out of the woods”, regardless of its vaccination rate.

The global health body chief says this is because the virus is constantly changing.
“So far, no variants have emerged that significantly undermine the efficacy of vaccines…” Dr Tedros told the annual assembly of the World Health Organization.
But he cautions that there is “no guarantee that will remain the case”.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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3 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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4 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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5 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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