The intense dry spell that has parched the western U.S. the past 22 years is the region's worst "megadrought" since at least the year 800.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the country does not want war after Western nations accused Moscow of deploying troops.

In Canada, the Freedom Convoy continues its occupation at Ottawa. That situation led to the resignation of Ottawa police chief Peter Sloly.

The UN launched an appeal for Afghanistan, asking for $4.4bn in funding. Many countries suspended or cut funding.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoked rarely-used emergency powers to bring an end to trucker-led protests against Covid health rules.

Russia has said on Tuesday that it is pulling back some of its troops from Ukraine side after a build-up that prompted fears of an invasion.