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Trump Confident in Gaza Ceasefire Proposal Amid Uncertainty

Donald Trump appears to be confident in his case – a ceasefire is at the door in the Gaza Strip. What is actually on the table, however, is not entirely clear.
Trump Confident in Gaza Ceasefire Proposal Amid Uncertainty

Gaza Aid Distributions Linked to Rising Death Toll, Analysis Shows

Those days when the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distributes emergency aid in the Gaza Strip, significantly more Palestinians are killed and injured than on other days. The difference is marked, according to a survey made by British Sky News.
Gaza Aid Distributions Linked to Rising Death Toll, Analysis Shows

Iran Ends Cooperation with IAEA, Sparking UN Concern

Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian announces that they are cancelling the cooperation with the UN's nuclear energy organization IAEA, reports state media on Wednesday. .
Iran Ends Cooperation with IAEA, Sparking UN Concern

Aid Groups Urge End to GHF Aid Distribution in Gaza

Put an end to the "lethal Israeli distribution" of aid in Gaza, including the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), and return to a UN-led system. The demand is made by 169 aid organizations in a joint statement.
Aid Groups Urge End to GHF Aid Distribution in Gaza

Over 11,000 Missing in Gaza Amid Conflict, UN Reports

Over 11,000 Palestinians in Gaza have been reported missing since the war between Israel and the terrorist-stamped Hamas broke out in October 2023, reports Sveriges Radio Ekot, with reference to new figures from the UN. The majority of the missing are women and children and in recent weeks, the reports of missing people have increased markedly.
Over 11,000 Missing in Gaza Amid Conflict, UN Reports

UN Warns Sudan Faces Severe Aid Shortage Amid Civil War

Sudanese fleeing the civil war risk ending up in even worse famine, as funding for food decreases, warns the UN's food program World Food Program (WFP). .
UN Warns Sudan Faces Severe Aid Shortage Amid Civil War

Israeli Ambassador Responds to Criticism Over Gaza Conflict

In late May, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs summoned the Israeli ambassador due to the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. Has Israel taken the criticism to heart? We hear the criticism from Sweden, and we hear the criticism from the EU, but when Israel is fighting for its survival against radical forces that want to annihilate us, we expect our friends to understand our situation, says Ambassador Ziv Nevo Kulman to TT.
Israeli Ambassador Responds to Criticism Over Gaza Conflict

Israeli Soldiers Ordered to Use Live Fire in Gaza, Report Says

Israeli military has deliberately shot at Palestinians near aid stations in the past month, even though they did not pose any threat, Israeli soldiers tell Haaretz. .
Israeli Soldiers Ordered to Use Live Fire in Gaza, Report Says

Global Shipping Emissions Agreement Faces Potential Collapse

A historic, global agreement to reduce shipping emissions is at risk of falling apart, warns Swedish shipping. They have been hammered out over a long time in tough negotiations, but it is still just a proposal, says climate policy expert Fredrik Larsson.
Global Shipping Emissions Agreement Faces Potential Collapse

UN Raises Alarm Over Deadly Protests in Kenya

The death toll is rising after the government-critical protests in Kenya earlier in the week. At least 16 people were killed, according to Amnesty International.
UN Raises Alarm Over Deadly Protests in Kenya

Over 50 Dead in Latest Israeli Strikes on Gaza

Israeli military is reported to have killed 56 people in Gaza – of which six people were waiting to receive emergency aid – on Thursday. At the same time, Israel is stopping aid deliveries to northern Gaza Strip.
Over 50 Dead in Latest Israeli Strikes on Gaza

UN Report: Global Drug Use Hits Record High in 2023

Every 16th adult in the world – just over 300 million people – use cannabis, cocaine and other narcotics. This is stated in a new UN report.
UN Report: Global Drug Use Hits Record High in 2023

Nearly 80 Killed by Israeli Fire in Gaza Amid Aid Distribution Chaos

Nearly 80 people have been killed by Israeli fire in Gaza during the Wednesday day, reports the war-torn area's civil defense. .
Nearly 80 Killed by Israeli Fire in Gaza Amid Aid Distribution Chaos

Calls for Gaza Ceasefire Grow After Iran Agreement

After the agreement on ceasefire with Iran, among others the Israeli opposition is urging an end to the war against Hamas. From Gaza come continued regular reports of deadly attacks on Palestinians queuing to receive emergency aid.
Calls for Gaza Ceasefire Grow After Iran Agreement

Gaza Aid Group Criticized, Open to Cooperation for More Help

The heavily criticized Israel- and USA-supported aid group Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) which hands out emergency aid in Gaza says on Saturday that more help is needed. .
Gaza Aid Group Criticized, Open to Cooperation for More Help

UN Warns of Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

The situation in Sudan, already severely damaged by civil war, is deteriorating as the fighting escalates. The warning comes from the UN's human rights chief Volker Türk, who notes that human rights abuses, sexual violence and abductions of civilians are increasing in intensity and scope.
UN Warns of Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

Jafar Panahi Criticizes Israel and Iranian Regimes for Violence

The Iranian film maker Jafar Panahi condemns Israel's attack on his home country – and criticizes the Iranian regime at the same time. .
Jafar Panahi Criticizes Israel and Iranian Regimes for Violence

Israel's Self-Defense Claim Against Iran Lacks Legal Basis, Expert Says

Israel claims self-defense in its major attack on Iran. But it would not have held up in court, assesses international law expert Jann Kleffner: There is no basis in international law for such an armed attack, believe most people, including myself.
Israel's Self-Defense Claim Against Iran Lacks Legal Basis, Expert Says

UNHCR to Cut 3,500 Jobs Amid Funding Shortfall

Almost a third of the jobs at the UN's refugee agency UNHCR will disappear to cover increased costs and lack of funding. A total of 3,500 jobs are involved.
UNHCR to Cut 3,500 Jobs Amid Funding Shortfall

Eight Palestinians Killed Near Gaza Aid Distribution Points

At least eight Palestinians have been killed and dozens injured in connection with a shooting near aid distribution points in Gaza, according to representatives of the healthcare sector. .
Eight Palestinians Killed Near Gaza Aid Distribution Points

Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

An important agreement that is meant to protect the deep sea is approaching. When the UN's ocean conference in Nice is concluded, 50 of the 60 countries required for it to come into force have ratified the agreement.
Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

UN Warns Refugee Numbers Remain Unsustainably High at 122 Million

The number of people who have been forced to flee their homes has decreased slightly, but continues to be "unacceptably high" in the world, according to the UN. .
UN Warns Refugee Numbers Remain Unsustainably High at 122 Million

Conflicting Accounts on Deaths of Aid Workers in Gaza

Terror-labelled Hamas is accused of having attacked a bus and killed at least eight employees from the criticized aid organization GHF. Hamas claims at the same time that it is about Israel-supported militia members.
Conflicting Accounts on Deaths of Aid Workers in Gaza

RSF Claims Control of Strategic Zone on Sudan-Libya-Egypt Border

Sudan's paramilitary force Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has taken over a strategic zone bordering Egypt and Libya, after the country's army announced that it has withdrawn from the region. This was stated by the RSF on Wednesday.
RSF Claims Control of Strategic Zone on Sudan-Libya-Egypt Border
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