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**U.S. to Send More Weapons to Ukraine, Including Guided Missiles**
The United States will send an additional $3.75 billion in military aid to Ukraine, including guided missiles, armored vehicles, and drones, as the war with Russia continues.
**China Reports First COVID-19 Death in Over a Year**
A resident of Beijing has died from COVID-19, marking the first such fatality in China in over a year. The country is currently battling a surge in cases.
**Elon Musk Closes $44 Billion Deal to Acquire Twitter**
Elon Musk has finalized his $44 billion deal to acquire Twitter, taking control of the social media platform after months of negotiations and legal battles.
**Russia to Annex Ukrainian Territory Following Referendums**
Russia is preparing to annex four occupied regions of Ukraine after holding referendums that have been widely condemned as illegal. The move has drawn sharp criticism from the international community.
**U.N. Warns of Global Food Crisis as Ukraine Conflict Continues**
The United Nations has warned that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine is pushing the world towards a global food crisis, as disruptions to supply chains and rising prices threaten food security in many countries.
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* **Iran Protests Continue Over Death of Mahsa Amini**.
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* **Queen Elizabeth II Laid to Rest in State Funeral**
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