Tensions are rising between the US and China after a suspected Chinese spy balloon was shot down by the US military. China has called it a mistake by a civilian aircraft and warned of repercussions. President Biden issued the order for the balloon to be taken down when it was over water to avoid posing a risk to people on the ground. China criticized the US for violating international practice.
In other news, General Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan has passed away at the age of 79. He was a former president who faced criminal charges and lived in self-imposed exile.
In Turkey, a bus crash has killed at least 8 people and injured 40.
In sports, Real Madrid lost 1-0 to Mallorca in the Spanish League due to a missed penalty kick by Marco Asensio.
