Armed conflicts and attacks
Tigray conflict
The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)
Business and economy
Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company announces that it plans to lay off 32,000 employees by the end of March 2021, as the pandemic continues to impact its theme parks and resorts. (CNN)
Indian general strike of 2020
In India, the largest-ever general strike occurs, consisting of an estimated 250,000,000 people. (Business Insider)