World roundup: May 11 2022

Stories from Sri Lanka, Ukraine, Mexico, and more

INTERNATIONAL

In today’s global news:

• Worldometer is tracking COVID-19 cases and fatalities.

• The New York Times is tracking global vaccine distribution.

MIDDLE EAST

SYRIA

The Israeli military fired missiles into southern Syria’s Quneitra province early Wednesday. Syrian state media is reporting damage but no casualties from the strike. There’s no indication as to target, but the Israelis have attacked Quneitra in the past targeting facilities used by the Iranian military and/or its militia proxies.