EP2 : 21-02-2023: Around The World

US President Joe Biden's historic surprise visit to Kyiv, a strong message to Russia. World leaders pledge support increases to Ukraine at the Munich Security Conference. 5 killed and several wounded in Syria after Israel's airstrike in capital Damascus. North Korea 1st missile test in 29023, test fires 2 ICBMs that land in Japanese waters. Tibet New year Losar celebrations begin.

Vladimir Putin vows to continue Ukraine invasion in annual 'state of the union' address. Biden arrives in Poland after surprise visit to Kyiv. Mass protests in Israel, as Netanyahu moves ahead with Judicial reforms. Two earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria after two weeks after devastating quakes. Iran announces a reward for Salman Rushdie's attacker. Rio carnival festivities back with a bang in 2023.

American president Joe Biden meets NATO allies in Poland, Russian parliament discusses exiting nuclear pact with US. Nigeria's presidential polls amidst a demonetisation induced economic crisis. Malcolm X's family to sue CIA, FBI & NYPD FOR $100 mn. Venice canals running dry, as Italy faces another drought.

UN chief's address on one year of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Trump visits Ohio train accident site, attacks Biden govt. Northern U.S. hit by another snow storm, southern U.S. sweltering under a heat wave. Brazil hit by deadly floods and mudslides, 50 killed and dozens gone missing. Israel-Palestine conflict intensifies again.

Solemn ceremonies and protests mark 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. UN General Assembly passes non-binding resolution, demands immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine. US to slam more sanctions on Russia. Taking stock of the humanitarian and economic cost of the Ukraine war. How the war has hit world's grain exports.