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Norway's Prime Minister: The Gaza War is Barbarism

Norway's Prime Minister directs sharp criticism towards Israel's warfare in Gaza. .
Norway's Prime Minister: The Gaza War is Barbarism

Attack on Beirut after new evacuation order

Israel has carried out several air strikes against southern Beirut on Friday evening, according to Lebanese media. Just before the attack at 21:00, the residents of the designated areas were urged to evacuate immediately.
Attack on Beirut after new evacuation order

UN: More women die in the world's conflicts

The number of civilians killed in armed conflicts increased dramatically in 2023 compared to the previous year. Moreover, the proportion of killed women increased.
UN: More women die in the world's conflicts

Emissions are increasing – but maybe for the last time

What countries say they will do to reduce emissions is one thing. What they actually do is something entirely different, notes the UN in an important report.
Emissions are increasing – but maybe for the last time

One Billion Dollars Pledged to Lebanon

A support conference in Paris for crisis-stricken Lebanon has gathered promises of a billion dollars – nearly eleven billion kronor. The message from the French Foreign Ministry implies necessary help to Lebanon's afflicted.
One Billion Dollars Pledged to Lebanon

Allegations: Ukrainian prisoners of war have been executed

Russian forces have executed four Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Donetsk region, according to Ukraine's Prosecutor General. .
Allegations: Ukrainian prisoners of war have been executed

The Motive Determines if Evacuations in Gaza Constitute a Crime

Thousands of Palestinians are being evacuated from their homes in northern Gaza, according to Israel's order, which the military claims is to protect civilians. However, the evacuations can also be seen as mass deportations.
The Motive Determines if Evacuations in Gaza Constitute a Crime

Thousands forced to leave their homes in northern Gaza

Israel continues the fierce battles in northern Gaza and orders thousands of Palestinians to leave the area. "They live from hour to hour and fear death every second" writes UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini about the people there.
Thousands forced to leave their homes in northern Gaza

Ukraine: Russian Advance at Tchasiv Yar

Several people, including a child, have been killed in new Russian attacks on eastern Ukraine. Russian forces are making advances near the strategically important city of Tchasiv Yar.
Ukraine: Russian Advance at Tchasiv Yar

South Korea may send weapons to Ukraine

South Korea may consider providing Ukraine with weapons, in response to reports that North Korea has decided to send thousands of soldiers to Russia to assist Moscow in the Ukraine war. .
South Korea may send weapons to Ukraine

The Alarm: Unrwa Near Breaking Point in Gaza

The UN's Palestine agency is "very close" to a possible breaking point – at the same time as the humanitarian situation in Gaza deteriorates day by day. After the US's threat to withdraw military support, Israel is now reporting that supplies have arrived for those in distress in northern Gaza.
The Alarm: Unrwa Near Breaking Point in Gaza

Iran urges UN to intervene against Israel

The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's diplomatic charm offensive through the Middle East continues – with both threats and promises. On Tuesday evening, he warned of a "decisive" response from Tehran if Israel attacks Iran.
Iran urges UN to intervene against Israel

USA threatens to withdraw military support to Israel

The USA is urging Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within 30 days – otherwise, the military support to the country may be affected. .
USA threatens to withdraw military support to Israel

UN demands investigation into attack on northern Lebanon

The UN demands an immediate, independent, and thorough investigation of Monday's attack on northern Lebanon. A majority of the victims are reported to have been women and children.
UN demands investigation into attack on northern Lebanon

Trio shares economy prize: "A real shock"

A trio is awarded this year's economics prize in memory of Alfred Nobel. Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A Robinson have asked themselves why some countries are poor and others rich.
Trio shares economy prize: "A real shock"

Guterres condemns Israeli military operation in UN base

Israeli tanks rolled into an area held by the UN's peacekeeping forces in Lebanon. The UN calls the operation "a shocking violation".
Guterres condemns Israeli military operation in UN base

USA: Hezbollah must not stand in the way

Lebanon cannot allow Iran and Hezbollah to stand in the way of the country's security, emphasizes USA's Foreign Minister Antony Blinken in a conversation with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati. .
USA: Hezbollah must not stand in the way

Multiple deaths in unrest in South Sudan

At least 24 people have been killed in clashes in South Sudan during the week, the UN warns. It is primarily civilians who have lost their lives when the rebel group National Salvation Front (NSF) and government-loyal forces have clashed.
Multiple deaths in unrest in South Sudan

Israel investigates new attack on UN in Lebanon

Two peacekeepers have been injured in a new attack on the UN force Unifil in Lebanon, confirms the UN. Israel's military is to investigate the attack to clarify what happened.
Israel investigates new attack on UN in Lebanon

UN appoints new chief for disaster relief

The British diplomat Tom Fletcher will be responsible for the UN's disaster relief organization, OCHA. He replaces Martin Griffiths, who resigned in June due to health reasons.
UN appoints new chief for disaster relief

Bolivia participates in genocide process against Israel

Bolivia joins South Africa's lawsuit against Israel for genocide, announces the International Court of Justice (ICJ). South Africa accused Israel at the end of last year of violating the UN's Genocide Convention during the offensive in Gaza, and filed a lawsuit with the ICJ.
Bolivia participates in genocide process against Israel

Ahmad in Gaza: Everyone has forgotten us

When the war in Gaza broke out, Ahmad Ashour's daughter Laure had just started school. Now she has missed almost an entire school year - and her father hasn't seen his seven-year-old in nearly six months.
Ahmad in Gaza: Everyone has forgotten us

Sweden sends more money to Lebanon

Sweden is providing Lebanon with new support of over 80 million kronor. The reason is the critical situation on the ground.
Sweden sends more money to Lebanon

The Attacks on Lebanon Intensify

Israel has intensified its bombing attacks on Lebanon on Saturday. Twelve air strikes have been carried out against Beirut's southern suburbs.
The Attacks on Lebanon Intensify
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