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HRW Urges Action on Israel's Gaza Blockade Amid Humanitarian Crisis

The international community must act due to the humanitarian situation under Israel's blockade of Gaza and the country's plans for the area, believes the human rights organization HRW. "Israel's blockade has exceeded military tactics and become a tool for extermination," says HRW chief Federico Borello.
HRW Urges Action on Israel's Gaza Blockade Amid Humanitarian Crisis

UN Reports Water Crisis at Darfur Hospital After Shelling

The UN accuses the warring parties in the civil war in Sudan of hospital areas. .
UN Reports Water Crisis at Darfur Hospital After Shelling

Diddy Trial Begins in Earnest with Opening Statements

The trial against Sean "Diddy" Combs is now entering a new phase. No cameras are allowed in the courtroom – but the coverage of the high-profile trial is still significant when the parties are to hold their pleadings.
Diddy Trial Begins in Earnest with Opening Statements

Hamas to Release Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander

Hamas claims that the Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander will be released. According to Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, the terrorist-designated group is now ready for "intensive negotiations" to achieve a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
Hamas to Release Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander

Over 30 Killed in Sudan Attacks Linked to RSF

At least 33 people have been killed in Sudan in attacks attributed to the paramilitary RSF, rescue personnel report. In the last week, there have been daily reports of drone attacks, which has been at war with the regular military since the spring of 2023.
Over 30 Killed in Sudan Attacks Linked to RSF

Israel Shuts Down UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

Israel is reported to have shut down several schools run by UNRWA in East Jerusalem. This means that Israel is now formally enforcing its ban on the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, reports The Times of Israel.
Israel Shuts Down UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

Drone Attacks Ignite Fires in Sudanese Fuel Depots

New drone attacks are being reported from Sudan on Thursday after several days of attacks in the war-torn country. Wednesday's attack on a naval base in the port city of Port Sudan means a significant deterioration of the already strained situation, says UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
Drone Attacks Ignite Fires in Sudanese Fuel Depots

Libya Health Minister Arrested in Cancer Medicine Corruption Scandal

Libya's Health Minister and several high-ranking officials have been arrested in a corruption scandal involving the import of cancer medicines. .
Libya Health Minister Arrested in Cancer Medicine Corruption Scandal

Drone Strikes Hit Sudan's Port Sudan for Third Consecutive Day

Drones have hit the airport and knocked out the power in the important port city of Port Sudan on the Red Sea. It is the third day in a row that the seat of the war-torn Sudan's army-backed government is being attacked.
Drone Strikes Hit Sudan's Port Sudan for Third Consecutive Day

Relief Ship with Activists Attacked by Drones Near Malta

A relief ship with activists en route to the Gaza Strip claims to have been attacked by drones in the Mediterranean. The ship was on its way with emergency aid to Palestinians in war-torn Gaza.
Relief Ship with Activists Attacked by Drones Near Malta

Trump's Security Adviser Mike Waltz Resigns Amid Chat Leak Scandal

Donald Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz is leaving his post to become a UN ambassador instead, the President announces. Waltz is the first really big name to leave during Trump's second term.
Trump's Security Adviser Mike Waltz Resigns Amid Chat Leak Scandal

Sudan Presidential Palace Shelled by RSF Forces

The President's palace in Sudan has been shelled by paramilitary RSF, according to a military source. .
Sudan Presidential Palace Shelled by RSF Forces

US Defends Israel's Block on UNRWA Amid Gaza Aid Controversy

The UN's highest court assesses whether Israel does enough for civilians in the Gaza War when the country has introduced a total blockade. In Israel's absence, the USA defends the decision to stop the coordinating aid agency on the ground.
US Defends Israel's Block on UNRWA Amid Gaza Aid Controversy

Trump's First 100 Days: Trade Wars, Deportations, and Global Tensions

It is 100 days that will likely stand out in history books. The US President Donald Trump's tumultuous first period has been marked by trade conflicts, deportations, annexation threats, and attempts to handle the wars in Gaza and Ukraine.
Trump's First 100 Days: Trade Wars, Deportations, and Global Tensions

UN Food Program Faces Major Staff Reductions Due to Funding Cuts

The UN's food program (WFP) is forced to reduce its staff by 25 to 30 percent due to decreased international funding. This emerges from an internal email that the news agency AFP has taken part of.
UN Food Program Faces Major Staff Reductions Due to Funding Cuts

Israel Dismisses ICJ Case on Gaza Aid Blockade

Israel has blocked all acute aid to the Gaza Strip for nearly eight weeks and alarms are sounding about widespread famine while the bombs are falling. When the blockade is taken up in the International Court of Justice in The Hague (ICJ), the process is completely dismissed from the Israeli side.
Israel Dismisses ICJ Case on Gaza Aid Blockade

Border Shooting Continues for Fourth Night in Disputed Kashmir

Shots have been exchanged for the fourth night in a row between Indian and Pakistani military at the border in disputed Kashmir, according to India's military on Monday. Initially, there are no reports of fatalities or injuries.
Border Shooting Continues for Fourth Night in Disputed Kashmir

Shots Exchanged at India-Pakistan Border After Kashmir Attack

Shots have been exchanged between Indian and Pakistani military at the militarized border in disputed Kashmir during the night towards Friday, according to representatives from both countries. .
Shots Exchanged at India-Pakistan Border After Kashmir Attack

China Criticizes US Tariffs as Bullying at UN Meeting

The USA's trade tariffs are equivalent to bullying and extortion. This was stated by China's UN Ambassador Fu Cong in a fiery speech before the Security Council.
China Criticizes US Tariffs as Bullying at UN Meeting

US State Department to Cut 15% of Staff, Close 100 Offices

The personnel strength at the US Department of State is to be reduced by 15 percent and over 100 offices are to be closed, according to a downsizing plan. Foreign Minister Marco Rubio states that it is about a change of course from "decades of excess and bureaucracy".
US State Department to Cut 15% of Staff, Close 100 Offices

Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius Joins Historic Conclave to Elect New Pope

He becomes the first Swede ever to participate in the conclave's top-secret work of electing a new pope. Himself, Sweden's and the Nordic countries' only cardinal, Anders Arborelius, has grown tired of the question of whether he can be considered to succeed Pope Francis.
Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius Joins Historic Conclave to Elect New Pope

Ukraine's Elderly Bear the Brunt of War's Devastation

Zinajda Hyrenko had plans for her old age, just like many other Ukrainians. But with the Russian invasion, everything was turned upside down.
Ukraine's Elderly Bear the Brunt of War's Devastation

Haiti's Security Crisis Worsens as Violence Spreads, Warns HRW

International efforts are required to avoid complete and devastating chaos in Haiti, reports a human rights group. .
Haiti's Security Crisis Worsens as Violence Spreads, Warns HRW

Thousands Missing in Sudan Conflict, Says Red Cross

Thousands missing in war-torn Sudan, according to the International Red Cross Committee. At the same time, the UN Secretary-General fears "deepened fragmentation" in the country.
Thousands Missing in Sudan Conflict, Says Red Cross
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