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The video covers three main news stories: the U.S. House of Representatives is voting on a new investigation into the Capitol riot, with expected approval from the Democratic-led chamber despite GOP opposition. In Russia, COVID-19 cases and deaths are surging, attributed to lax attitudes, new variants, and low vaccination rates. Lastly, the Ethiopian government may re-enter the Tigray region after a ceasefire, as Tigray forces reject the ceasefire and retake key areas, leading to a humanitarian crisis. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news stories.

What is the main purpose of the Select Committee mentioned in the first section?

• To address the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia

• To investigate the Capitol riot

• To manage the COVID-19 pandemic

• To oversee the vaccination process

What has been identified as a reason for the COVID-19 surge in Russia?

• High vaccination rates

• Strict pandemic measures

• Lax attitudes towards the pandemic

• Decreasing infection rates

What percentage of the Russian population has received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?

• 15%

• 50%

• 25%

• 75%

What action might the Ethiopian military take in the Tigray region?

• Withdraw completely

• Re-enter the region

• Negotiate a peace treaty

• Increase humanitarian aid

What is the estimated number of people facing famine conditions in the Tigray region?

• 500,000

• 1,000,000

• 900,000

• 200,000