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On August 14th, Adam Elrashidy reports on key news headlines. President Trump admitted to blocking USPS funds to hinder mail-in voting, sparking Democratic criticism. In New Zealand, Auckland faces a 12-day lockdown after a COVID-19 outbreak. Belarus sees protests against President Lukashenko's re-election, with police violence and international condemnation. European officials are discussing responses to the unrest.

What reason did President Trump give for blocking funds to the US Postal Service?

• To improve postal service efficiency

• To support private courier services

• To reduce government spending

• To prevent mail-in ballots from affecting the election

What action did New Zealand take in response to a new coronavirus outbreak in Auckland?

• Closed all international borders

• Locked down Auckland for 12 days

• Increased testing in rural areas

• Implemented a nationwide curfew

What was the initial response of Belarusian authorities to the anti-government protests?

• They arrested about 1000 people

• They called for new elections

• They supported the demonstrators

• They ignored the protests

What did the Belarus Interior Minister do following the protests?

• Resigned from his position

• Apologized for police violence

• Called for more arrests

• Supported the protestors' demands

How did international entities react to Lukashenko's re-election?

• They remained neutral

• They congratulated him

• They offered financial aid

• They denounced his victory