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South Sudan "on the brink of civil war"

New violent clashes and skirmishes between rival leaders in South Sudan mean that the country is "on the brink of a civil war". This is warned by the East African cooperative organization Igad.

South Sudan "on the brink of civil war"

After the Supreme Commander's Meeting: This is How Europe Can Protect Ukraine

Europe wants and can stand up for Ukraine if the war ends – but exactly how is still too early to say. But it can go fast, says Supreme Commander Michael Claesson after Tuesday's defense chiefs' meeting in Paris.

After the Supreme Commander's Meeting: This is How Europe Can Protect Ukraine

Syria: "Illegal Revenge" is Not Allowed

"Illegal retaliation" must be avoided. This is the message from the investigative committee set up by Syria's new leadership after the recent days' killing of hundreds of civilians – most of them Alawites and Christians.

Syria: "Illegal Revenge" is Not Allowed

UN warns after Israel's power outage in Gaza

Israel's decision to cut off the power supply to Gaza will have serious consequences. The UN warns.

UN warns after Israel's power outage in Gaza

Congo: 50 million for captured militia leaders

Equivalent to over 50 million kronor for information leading to the capture of leaders within the M23 militia. Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are offering money to curb unrest in the country.

Congo: 50 million for captured militia leaders

Over 1,000 dead in Syria – reports of massacres

At least 745 civilians from the Alawite minority in Syria have been killed by security forces and allies over the past three days, according to the British-based Syrian Human Rights Observatory (SOHR). "This is one of the largest massacres in the Syrian conflict," says SOHR chief Rami Abdulrahman in a statement.

Over 1,000 dead in Syria – reports of massacres

The Ayatollah after Trump's letter: "Bullying"

Iran's highest leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is now speaking out after the US President Donald Trump demanded new negotiations on Iran's nuclear energy program. Bullying, says the Ayatollah during a meeting with advisors.

The Ayatollah after Trump's letter: "Bullying"

Netanyahu Warns Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Unimaginable Consequences

Israel plans to gradually increase the pressure to get Hamas in the Gaza Strip to accept an extension of the first phase of the ceasefire. In a speech, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatens with "consequences you can't even imagine" if the hostages are not released.

Netanyahu Warns Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Unimaginable Consequences

Butja, Kramatorsk, Mariupol – attacks that shocked

It has been three years since Russia launched its large-scale war against Ukraine – and the daily attacks keep Ukrainians in fear. Ruthless attacks have shocked the world with their brutality.

Butja, Kramatorsk, Mariupol – attacks that shocked

Uyghurs deported to China – despite warnings

40 Uyghur men have been deported to China after being detained for over a decade in Thailand. .

Uyghurs deported to China – despite warnings

UN: The West Bank "a battleground"

The war in Gaza is spreading to the Israeli-occupied West Bank in an alarming way, warns UN agency UNRWA's chief Philippe Lazzarini in a statement on [X. ](https://x.

UN: The West Bank "a battleground"

Nearly 50 dead when military plane crashed

Nearly 50 people have died after a military plane has crashed in the city of Omdurman, near the capital Khartoum in Sudan. Around ten people were injured, including several children.

Nearly 50 dead when military plane crashed

The UN warns: Last chance for a two-state solution

The Middle East is undergoing changes that may imply that it is the last chance for a two-state solution to put an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, says the UN's envoy for peace in the Middle East. .

The UN warns: Last chance for a two-state solution

Friendly Macron wants to reach Trump: "Some rapprochement"

USA's complete turnaround in the question of the war in Ukraine has become even clearer after the votes in the UN on Monday. But the meeting between Trump and Macron shows a cautiously positive development between Europe and the USA, thinks Professor Emeritus Jan Hallenberg.

Friendly Macron wants to reach Trump: "Some rapprochement"

Security Council adopts USA's proposal on Ukraine

The UN Security Council has adopted the Ukraine resolution written by the USA, which calls for swift peace without mentioning that it was Russia that attacked Ukraine. Even Russia backed the USA proposal.

Security Council adopts USA's proposal on Ukraine

Doctors Without Borders Stop Work in Zamzam

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is discontinuing its operations in Sudan's largest refugee camp, Zamzam. The reason is the increased violence.

Doctors Without Borders Stop Work in Zamzam

Over 7,000 killed in eastern Congo since January

Over 7,000 people have been killed in the violence in eastern Congo since last month. A significant number of these are civilians, according to the country's prime minister.

Over 7,000 killed in eastern Congo since January

UN: Deep Concern Over Israel's Violence on the West Bank

The UN Secretary-General António Guterres is deeply concerned about the increasing violence from Israeli settlers on the West Bank. On Sunday, Israel announced that it would expand its military operations in the occupied Palestinian territory.

UN: Deep Concern Over Israel's Violence on the West Bank

Butja, Kramatorsk, Mariupol – attacks that shocked

It has been three years since Russia launched its large-scale war against Ukraine – and the daily attacks keep Ukrainians in fear. Ruthless attacks have shocked the world with their brutality.

Butja, Kramatorsk, Mariupol – attacks that shocked

Sources: USA refuses to support Ukraine in UN

The USA refuses to back a draft of a UN resolution in support of Ukraine, three years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion, Reuters reports, citing three diplomatic sources. .

Sources: USA refuses to support Ukraine in UN

Israel in mourning as bodies of hostages are handed over

Hamas has handed over four dead Israeli hostages, including a mother and her two children. "A whole nation's hearts are in shambles", said Israel's President.

Israel in mourning as bodies of hostages are handed over

NATO and the UN have higher confidence than the government

Nato and the UN have greater confidence than both the parliament and the government, shows Medieakademins 28th confidence barometer. But confidence in Swedish defence and security authorities is record-high.

NATO and the UN have higher confidence than the government

Multiple bodies found in villages after Israel's withdrawal

Lebanon's civil defense has recovered 23 bodies after Israel withdrew its forces from several communities. The country condemns all remaining Israeli presence, since Israel announced that it will stay on five "strategic locations" despite agreements on withdrawal.

Multiple bodies found in villages after Israel's withdrawal

Thousands flee Bukavu after militia invasion

Thousands of inhabitants are fleeing from Bukavu since the militia M23 took control of the city. Burned bodies can be seen on the streets.

Thousands flee Bukavu after militia invasion