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US signals it will block proposed Gaza ceasefire resolution at UN

US says it would veto Algerian draft resolution at the UN Security Council urging ‘immediate humanitarian ceasefire’.

Al Jazeera · Feb 18, 2024

Middle East crisis: Nasser hospital in Gaza ‘not functional’, says WHO chief; US likely to veto UN vote calling for ceasefire – as it happened

Hospital in Khan Younis no longer functional due to Israeli forces’ ‘week-long siege’; US ambassador to UN says text could jeopardise negotiations

The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2024

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 135

The US pledges to veto a new UN Security Council resolution put forth by Algeria that demands an immediate ceasefire.

Al Jazeera · Feb 18, 2024

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Prospects For Ceasefire Dim As Israel Rejects Calls To Spare Rafah

Prospects for an Israel-Hamas ceasefire dimmed Sunday after the United States signalled it would veto the latest push for a UN Security Council resolution and mediator Qatar acknowledged that truce talks on the other diplomatic front have hit an impasse.

International Business Times · Feb 18, 2024

DRCongo Army Accuses Rwanda Of 'Drone Attack' After Airport Bombing

DR Congo's army on Saturday accused Rwanda of staging a "drone attack" at night that damaged civilian aircraft at the airport in the strategic eastern city of Goma.

International Business Times · Feb 17, 2024

Amnesty calls for war crimes probe over Myanmar military bombing of church

The January attack in Sagaing killed 17 villagers, including nine children, as they attended a Sunday service.

Al Jazeera · Feb 8, 2024

UN chief warns of ‘age of chaos’ as Security Council stays divided on Gaza

Antonio Guterres says the divisions within the UN Security Council are ‘dangerous’.

Al Jazeera · Feb 7, 2024

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Russia accuses US of aggression in Iraq and Syria

The United States and Russia traded accusations at a UN Security Council meeting, with Russia accusing the US of aggression in Iraq and Syria. The US defen...

Iran's satellite launch raises concerns over its missile capabilities

Iran's recent launch of three more satellites into space raises concerns in the Middle East, with Western countries worrying about the potential improvemen...

UN Security Council to discuss ICJ ruling in Israel genocide case

Top UN court ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians but didn’t call for a ceasefire.

Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2024

Kenya Vows To Challenge Court Ruling Against Haiti Deployment

Kenya's government vowed Friday to challenge a court ruling against its decision to send a police contingent to Haiti to lead a UN-backed law and order mission in the gang-plagued Caribbean nation.

International Business Times · Jan 26, 2024

Kenya high court rules against plan to deploy hundreds of police to Haiti

Judge says UN-backed proposals to tackle gangs in Caribbean country contravene Kenya’s constitution

The Guardian - UK · Jan 26, 2024

‘Illegal and invalid’: Kenya court halts deployment of police to Haiti

The court ruling comes despite the UN Security Council giving the go-ahead for the Kenya-led mission in Haiti.

Al Jazeera · Jan 26, 2024

What will the ICJ announce on Israel’s Gaza war? The possible scenarios

The World Court’s interim measures could being relief for Israel, vindication for Palestinians or offer a bit of both.

Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2024

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UN Chief Warns Netanyahu's Rejection of Two-State Solution Threatens Peace

United Nations Secretary-General warns that rejecting a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine conflict will prolong the crisis and escalate regional tensions.

The Hindu · Jan 24, 2024

Present UNSC does not reflect today's reality: UNGA President

The Security Council has progressively been unable to take decisions in recent years to strengthen global peace and security, UNGA President Dennis Francis said at a media briefing shortly after holding talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

International Business Times · Jan 23, 2024

Haiti Homicides Double, 'Difficult To Overstate' Crisis: UN Chief

Homicides in Haiti more than doubled last year as the Caribbean nation faced a worsening "multidimensional crisis," with gangs using kidnappings and sexual violence to steadily gain territory, a UN report said Tuesday.

The Hindu · Jan 23, 2024

India not having permanent seat on UNSC is ‘absurd’: Tesla CEO Elon Musk

Billionaire tech magnate Elon Musk has said it is “absurd” that India does not have a permanent seat on the UN Security Council despite being the most populous country on Earth, as he called for an overhaul of the United Nations (UN) organs.

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The Hindu · Jan 14, 2024

UNSC must be expanded with inclusion of India, Brazil: Former Belgium Prime Minister

Former Belgium Prime Minister Yveus Leterme has strongly advocated for the permanent inclusion of India in the UNSC, asserting that such a move will enhance the council’s legitimacy and representation.

The Conversation · Jan 13, 2024

Red Sea crisis: expert unpacks Houthi attacks and other security threats

Recent attacks on commercial vessels by Houthi militia in the Red Sea have put the vital shipping region in the spotlight. The Yemen-based rebels claim to be targeting Israeli-linked vessels, in protest at Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza. The UN Security Council recently passed a resolution demanding an immediate…

The Conversation · Jan 12, 2024

An international body will need to oversee AI regulation, but we need to think carefully about what it looks like

Artificial intelligence (AI) will have serious societal impact globally. So it is more urgent than ever that state leaders cooperate to regulate the technology.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 12, 2024

Why Is South Africa Taking Israel To Court For Genocide? The Historic Moment, Explained

“Israel deployed 6,000 bombs per week … UN chiefs have described [Gaza] as a graveyard for children. Nothing will stop the suffering, except an order from this court.”

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2024

Red Sea crisis: UN security council demands immediate end to Houthi attacks

Resolution calling for cessation of attacks on shipping vessels by Yemen’s Houthis adopted despite abstentions from Russia and China

Al Jazeera · Jan 11, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 687

As the war enters its 687th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera · Jan 11, 2024

UN Security Council demands Houthis stop Red Sea shipping attacks

Resolution backed by 11 members also calls for the immediate release of the seized Galaxy Leader’s multinational crew.

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