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Civilians Killed in Eastern Congo-Kinshasa Despite Peace Deal
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Civilians Killed in Eastern Congo-Kinshasa Despite Peace Deal

Violence against the civilian population continues in eastern Congo-Kinshasa – despite peace agreements and negotiations on ceasefire, show new reports.
Afghan Deportees Killed in Herat Bus Crash
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Afghan Deportees Killed in Herat Bus Crash

The death toll is rising after yesterday's collision between a bus and a truck in Afghanistan. Around 80 people have been confirmed dead, says a spokesperson for the government in the province of Herat
UN Reports 383 Aid Workers Killed Last Year Amid Conflicts
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UN Reports 383 Aid Workers Killed Last Year Amid Conflicts

Last year, 383 aid workers were killed, according to the UN. This is an increase of 31 percent compared to the previous year
Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militiamen Amid US Tensions
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Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militiamen Amid US Tensions

Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro will mobilize 4. 5 million militiamen to respond to American "threats"
Gaza War Death Toll Surpasses 62,000, Reports Palestinian Health Authority
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Gaza War Death Toll Surpasses 62,000, Reports Palestinian Health Authority

The number of people killed in the ongoing war in Gaza exceeds 62,000, according to the Palestinian health authority in the Gaza Strip.
Sudan's al-Fashir Besieged: Children Face Starvation Amid Conflict
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Sudan's al-Fashir Besieged: Children Face Starvation Amid Conflict

While the world looks the other way, the civilian population in the civil war-torn Sudan is exposed to war crime after war crime. The oasis town of al-Fashir is the last town in the war-torn region of Darfur that has not yet fallen to the rebel group RSF
Denmark Sends Emergency Aid to Gaza Amid Ongoing Crisis
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Denmark Sends Emergency Aid to Gaza Amid Ongoing Crisis

320 trucks with emergency aid were let into Gaza during the Sunday hours, reports the Israeli coordination authority Cogat on X. Over 160 pallets with aid were also sent via air, including from Denmark
Grenade Shelling in Sudan's El-Fasher Kills Many Civilians
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Grenade Shelling in Sudan's El-Fasher Kills Many Civilians

A large number of civilians were killed when paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) shelled the besieged city of El-Fasher in the Darfur province in Sudan.
Europe Accused of Secretly Funding Controversial Gaza Aid Program
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Europe Accused of Secretly Funding Controversial Gaza Aid Program

The financing of the heavily criticized US- and Israel-supported GHF, which handles food distribution in Gaza, is largely shrouded in secrecy. Now, a representative of the organization claims that they receive money from several Western European countries – who want to remain anonymous
UN Warns Russia and Israel May Face War Crimes List for Sexual Violence
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UN Warns Russia and Israel May Face War Crimes List for Sexual Violence

The UN warns Russia and Israel that their armies may end up on a list of suspects for sexual violence in conflicts. This after credible evidence of abuse has come to light
Over 4 Million Somalis Facing Acute Food Insecurity
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Over 4 Million Somalis Facing Acute Food Insecurity

4. 4 million people in Somalia are suffering from "acute food insecurity", according to the country's disaster authority Sodma
Aid Trucks to Gaza Increase but Still Fall Short of Needs
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Aid Trucks to Gaza Increase but Still Fall Short of Needs

Almost 380 trucks with emergency aid were let into the Gaza Strip during the Wednesday day, reports the Israeli coordination authority Cogat on X.
Gaza Aid Workers Report Children Dream of Eggs Amid Food Shortages
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Gaza Aid Workers Report Children Dream of Eggs Amid Food Shortages

The situation in the Gaza Strip is "catastrophic", according to Palestinian Ghada al-Haddad who works for Oxfam and is located in the city of Dayr al-Balah. My nieces and nephews I live with are terrified of the lack of food, she says
Aid Groups Urge Immediate Opening of Gaza Border Crossings
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Aid Groups Urge Immediate Opening of Gaza Border Crossings

More than 100 aid organizations are demanding that the border crossings to Gaza be opened immediately for emergency aid. They are also demanding that Israel remove bureaucratic obstacles for them
UN Reports Fatal Refugee Boat Accident Near Italy's Lampedusa
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UN Reports Fatal Refugee Boat Accident Near Italy's Lampedusa

At least 26 people have been killed and around a dozen are missing after an accident involving two refugee boats off the Italian island of Lampedusa in the Mediterranean, according to the UN's refugee agency UNHCR.
25 Palestinians Killed Seeking Emergency Aid in Gaza
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25 Palestinians Killed Seeking Emergency Aid in Gaza

At least 25 Palestinians have been killed while trying to get hold of emergency aid, according to healthcare personnel and witnesses in Gaza.
Friend Urges Urgent Action for Hostages in Gaza
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Friend Urges Urgent Action for Hostages in Gaza

Daniel Lifshitz is willing to swap places with the hostages in Gaza. But he cannot
Countries Urge Action to Prevent Starvation in Gaza
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Countries Urge Action to Prevent Starvation in Gaza

Foreign ministers from more than 20 countries, including Sweden, have signed a statement on the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Australia to Recognize Palestine at UN General Assembly
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Australia to Recognize Palestine at UN General Assembly

Australia will recognize Palestine, says the country's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Salah Criticizes UEFA for Omission in Tribute to Palestine's Pelé
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Salah Criticizes UEFA for Omission in Tribute to Palestine's Pelé

In a post on social media, Uefa praised the Palestinian football player Suleiman al-Obeid after he was killed in Gaza. Now Liverpool star Mohamed Salah criticizes the organization for not mentioning the circumstances surrounding the death
Sudan Crisis: Civilians Resort to Eating Animal Feed Amid Famine
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Sudan Crisis: Civilians Resort to Eating Animal Feed Amid Famine

In the war-torn Sudan, civilians have started eating animal feed in the famine. This is reported by a spokesperson for the UN
US Offers $50 Million Reward for Nicolás Maduro's Arrest
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US Offers $50 Million Reward for Nicolás Maduro's Arrest

USA announces a reward of 50 million dollars for information that leads to the arrest of Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro.
Israel's Occupation of Gaza Implies Humanitarian Responsibility
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Israel's Occupation of Gaza Implies Humanitarian Responsibility

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to order a complete occupation of the Gaza Strip. This would mean that the whole of Gaza loses its right to self-determination, says Professor of International Law Ove Bring
Putin Signs Decree Allowing Increased Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Putin Signs Decree Allowing Increased Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The Russian president Vladimir Putin has signed a decree that allows the country to increase emissions of greenhouse gases.
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