World Germay News Today Update: Conflict in Afghanistan Continues, Global COVID-19 Cases Surpass 200 Million Afghanistan: The conflict in Afghanistan continues to escalate as the Taliban gains control of more territory. Reports indicate that the group has taken control of key border crossings with Iran, Pakistan, and Tajikistan, as well as multiple districts in northern Afghanistan. The Afghan government has responded with airstrikes and mobilization of the military, but it remains to be seen if they will be able to halt the Taliban’s advances.

The situation has led to increased concerns about the safety and security of Afghan civilians, as well as the potential for a full-scale civil war. COVID-19: The global COVID-19 pandemic has surpassed 200 million confirmed cases, with more than 4.2 million deaths. The delta variant, which is believed to be more infectious and potentially more deadly than previous strains, continues to spread around the world. Countries with low vaccination rates are experiencing significant surges in cases, with many healthcare systems becoming overwhelmed.

The World Health Organization has warned that this variant could lead to a global resurgence of COVID-19, and has called for increased efforts to vaccinate populations. Climate Change: A new report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has highlighted the urgent need for action to address the impact of climate change. The report, which was written by over 200 scientists, warns that the planet is rapidly approaching a tipping point, beyond which the effects of climate change will be irreversible.