Uzbekistan Approves Constitutional Reforms Extending President's Rule The Uzbek Election Commission on Monday announced that voters approved constitutional amendments that will extend presidential terms from five to seven years and allow Pres. Shavkat Mirziyoyev — who has been in office since 2016 — to remain in power until 2040. World
US Warns China Against Arming Russia As US officials report China is considering supplying the Russian military with artillery and ammunition for its war in Ukraine, US Pres. Biden's admin. is warning China that there would be serious consequences if it provided military assistance.... South Africa
Report: US Considers Releasing Intelligence on Potential Chinese Arming of Russia On Thursday, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) — citing unnamed US officials — reported that the Biden admin. is considering releasing intelligence it believes shows that China is deciding if it should supply weapons to support Russia in the war in Ukraine.... South Africa
Iranian President Raisi Visits China Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday kicked off a three-day trip to China, marking the first state visit by an Iranian leader to China in 20 years. The visit is reportedly a move to boost bilateral political and economic ties.... Metaculus
Three Countries Tie Child Deaths to India-Based Cough Syrups On Wednesday, Uzbekistan's health ministry announced that at least 18 children have died after taking the India-based pharmaceutical company Marion Biotech's "Doc-1 Max" cough syrup. In response to the claims, the manufacturer has halted production. Health
