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Thousands of Gazans Rush Aid Center Amid Scarce Relief Supplies

Thousands of Gazans stormed into a relief center that had received scarce but much-needed aid shipments, several media outlets report. Israeli military is said to have shot warning shots and smoke was seen rising from the site.

Thousands of Gazans Rush Aid Center Amid Scarce Relief Supplies

UN Chief Criticizes Israel's Blockade of Gaza Aid

The UN chief directs sharp criticism towards the blocking of emergency aid to Gaza. A hundred trucks are reported to have been let in, but several of the trucks were plundered.

UN Chief Criticizes Israel's Blockade of Gaza Aid

Israel Faces Global Condemnation for Warning Shots at Diplomatic Visit

Israeli soldiers have fired warning shots in connection with a group of diplomats visiting Jenin on the occupied West Bank. Several countries condemn Israel's actions, demand an explanation and summon ambassadors.

Israel Faces Global Condemnation for Warning Shots at Diplomatic Visit

UN: Humanitarian Aid Stuck at Gaza Border Amid Urgent Need

Gaza is in acute need of humanitarian aid, but the help is delayed. Most of what has been allowed in since Monday has been loaded onto the UN's trucks, but has not been able to leave the border area, according to the UN.

UN: Humanitarian Aid Stuck at Gaza Border Amid Urgent Need

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Around 100 UN trucks with emergency aid have been permitted to roll into Gaza on Tuesday. The UN estimates that 14,000 infants are suffering from acute malnutrition.

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Girl and Woman Killed Every Hour in Gaza Conflict, UN Reports

Over 28,000 girls and women have been killed in Gaza during Israel's war against Hamas, according to new data from the UN agency UN Women. This means that on average, one girl and one woman are killed per hour in the Gaza Strip.

Girl and Woman Killed Every Hour in Gaza Conflict, UN Reports

Arab League Urges Ceasefire and Aid for Gaza Reconstruction

The situation in Gaza dominated the Arab League's meeting in Baghdad. In a joint statement, the countries demand that the international community puts pressure on the parties to "stop the bloodshed" and contributes to paying for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip after the war.

Arab League Urges Ceasefire and Aid for Gaza Reconstruction

Expert Says Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Unlikely

The world is on high alert after the Indian attack on several targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-controlled areas. Both countries have nuclear weapons – and Pakistan is threatening revenge.

Expert Says Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Unlikely

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World leaders are sensing future confidence and optimism in the election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope "inspires the world through his commitment to peace and dialogue", writes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

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

Kristersson Urges Restraint in Escalating Kashmir Conflict

India and Pakistan must show restraint and not escalate the situation. This is the message from several world leaders – including Sweden's Prime Minister – after the Indian attack on Pakistan-controlled regions in Kashmir.

Kristersson Urges Restraint in Escalating Kashmir Conflict

Guterres Warns of Escalating Kashmir Tensions Between India and Pakistan

The tension between India and Pakistan is at boiling point. This says the UN Secretary-General António Guterres and urges the countries to calm down.

Guterres Warns of Escalating Kashmir Tensions Between India and Pakistan

India Plans Military Response to Deadly Kashmir Attack

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the military free hands to respond to a deadly attack in Kashmir. Over half of the tourist resorts in the picturesque region are reported to have been closed.

India Plans Military Response to Deadly Kashmir Attack

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Vatican Ceremony with Global Leaders

Pope Francis has been laid to rest. At the ceremony in the Vatican, large parts of the world's elite were present – and hundreds of thousands of mourners from all corners of the world.

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Vatican Ceremony with Global Leaders

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried.

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

At least 26 people were killed in the Indian part of Kashmir when armed men opened fire on a group of tourists on Tuesday, according to Indian police. The incident is condemned by world leaders.

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

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

UN Reports 500,000 Palestinians Displaced in Gaza Conflict

Around 500,000 Palestinians have been forced to flee within Gaza since March 18, when the ceasefire ended and Israel resumed its military attacks on the strip. > Our humanitarian cooperation partners estimate that half a million people have been forced to flee their homes for the first time, or once again, says Stephanie Tremblay, one of UN Secretary-General António Guterres' spokespersons.

UN Reports 500,000 Palestinians Displaced in Gaza Conflict

Nearly 400,000 Displaced in Gaza as Ceasefire Collapses

Up to 400,000 inhabitants in Gaza have become internally displaced persons in recent weeks, since Israel resumed attacks on the Gaza Strip. .

Nearly 400,000 Displaced in Gaza as Ceasefire Collapses

US Calls for UN Official's Removal Over Alleged Anti-Semitic Views

The USA's UN delegation demands that Francesca Albanese, the UN's special rapporteur for the Palestinian territories, leaves her role. .

US Calls for UN Official's Removal Over Alleged Anti-Semitic Views

South Sudan's Vice President Riek Machar Placed Under House Arrest

South Sudan's regime said on Friday that Vice President Riek Machar is "under house arrest" and simultaneously urged the country's inhabitants to "keep calm". .

South Sudan's Vice President Riek Machar Placed Under House Arrest

UN Reports 142,000 Displaced in Gaza in One Week as Fighting Resumes

Since Israel resumed the fighting in Gaza, 142,000 people have had to flee in just one week, according to the UN, which warns of the humanitarian situation. A spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General António Guterres also notes that around 90 percent of Gaza's population has been forced to flee at least once since the start of the war on October 7, 2023, until January this year.

UN Reports 142,000 Displaced in Gaza in One Week as Fighting Resumes

UN Scales Back Gaza Operations Following Headquarters Incident

The UN is to "reduce its footprint" in Gaza since an Israeli tank fired at one of the world organization's facilities last week and killed an employee and injured five others. .

UN Scales Back Gaza Operations Following Headquarters Incident

Israel Launches Targeted Ground Operation in Gaza's Netzarim Corridor

Israeli military has entered Gaza with tanks in a targeted operation against the Netzarim corridor. A "final warning" was issued that the hostages must be released.

Israel Launches Targeted Ground Operation in Gaza's Netzarim Corridor