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US concerned over UN official's meeting with Russian wanted by the ICC -State Dept
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US State Department concerned over UN official's meeting with Russian Children's Rights Commissioner
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US concerned over UN official's meeting with Russian wanted by the ICC -State Dept
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US State Department concerned over UN official's meeting with Russian Children's Rights Commissioner
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UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Xi meets Blinken as China warns US against crossing 'red lines' - BBC News
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Quick Glance: China Emphasizes Stronger Collaboration with US Amid Challenges
- China stresses the importance of enhanced cooperation with the United States despite facing significant obstacles.
- Xi emphasized to the US Secretary of State on Friday that the two superpowers 'should be partners rather than rivals' and should support each other's success, as reported by the state news agency Xinhua.
- During the five and a half hours of discussions, Blinken raised the issue of 'Chinese support to the Russian defence industrial base', and contentious topics such as Taiwan and the South China Sea were also addressed.
- Recent years have seen tumultuous China-US relations, exacerbated by factors including a trade war, a visit by then-House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan in 2022, and a dispute over the US downing of a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon last year.
Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
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'Negative' factors building in U.S.-China ties, foreign minister Wang tells Blinken
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US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns over Gaza policy: Hala Rharrit is the third State Department official to step down over Washington's support ...
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Lawyer says Iran rapper famous for songs after 2022 killing of Mahsa Amini sentenced to death
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Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Israeli push to legalize settlements in West Bank 'dangerous and reckless,' US says
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World Cup 2026: Concerns over fans’ U.S. visa wait times – ‘Your window might already be closed’
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First nonbinary state lawmaker in the U.S. reflects on a hard time in the Okla. House
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US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine : The US State Department said Wednesday that America sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for use ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Could Australia ban X (formerly Twitter) or is it untouchable? The worst-case scenario for Elon Musk
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India dismisses US human rights report as 'deeply biased': New Delhi said on Thursday it does not attach any value to a U.S. State Department report critical of ...
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Israel 'moving ahead' with Rafah offensive to target Hamas: Israel says aid has begun moving into Gaza more quickly after international pressure to increase ...
euronews.com/2024/04/25/israel-moving-ahead-with-rafah-offensive-to-target-hamas
Countries are reinstating funds for UNRWA — but not the United States: The United States has prohibited funding for the humanitarian organization for a year.
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/unrwa-funding-suspension-gaza-donor-united-states/
UN officials call for probe into reports of mass graves at Gaza hospitals: Human rights chief says he is horrified by destruction at Nasser and al-Shifa medical ...
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State Department reviewing plans to sanction IDF unit: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been under extensive pressure from the Israeli government ...
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Russia, US clash at UN Security Council meeting over nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a US-drafted United Nations Security Council resolution ...
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Israel has not provided evidence to support UNRWA claims, report says: Independent review commissioned by UN says relief agency needs to improve neutrality
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine : The US State Department said Wednesday that America sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for use ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
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Mass graves in the Gaza Strip what we know: Palestinians report that hundreds of dead have been discovered in mass graves in the Gaza Strip. Who are the dead ...
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UN peacekeepers close base in preparation to leave DR Congo: The UN mission has been told to leave due to inefficiency in protecting civilians from armed ...
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Israel fumes as UN secretary-general leaves Hamas off sexual violence blacklist: Foreign Ministry denounces UN chief as 'standing shoulder to shoulder with ...
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UN warns of possible imminent attack on city in Sudan’s North Darfur: Attack on al-Fashir would have ‘devastating consequences’ for civilians in area already on ...
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US pullout from Niger driven by discord over democratic transition, official says
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Russia vetoes UN resolution denouncing use of nuclear weapons in space: U.S. officials have alleged Russia is developing a space-based nuclear weapon to destroy ...
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US Dodges Growing Calls for Probe of Mass Graves at Gaza Hospitals | Common Dreams
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Portugal has to “pay costs” for its colonial past - President | Africanews: Portugal’s president said late on Tuesday (Apr. 23) that his country was responsible ...
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UN Scales Back South Sudan Aid as Government Blocks Fuel Imports: The United Nations suspended some of its humanitarian relief in South Sudan after the ...
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Kansas ban on gender-affirming care would also bar advocacy for kids’ social transitions
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Trump meets with foreign leaders looking to boost their relationships with GOP leader ahead of election
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UN warns of possible imminent attack on Sudanese city: The United Nations is increasingly concerned about a possible imminent attack on al-Fashir in Sudan’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/26/un-warns-of-possible-imminent-attack-on-sudanese-city
Months Ago State Dept. Panel Exposed Israeli Units’ Rights Abuses, But U.S. Arms Keep Flowing
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Blinken says genocide in Xinjiang is ongoing in report ahead of China visit: Beijing is continuing to commit genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs ...
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UN Warns of 'Catastrophic' Imminent Escalation in Sudan: Warring factions in North Darfur state must "avoid locating military installations within or near ...
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US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities
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Singapore Inflation Cools in March as MAS Retains 2024 Forecast: Singapore’s core inflation eased in March on lower food prices and cost of services ...
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U.S. presses Israel for information on 'disturbing' reports of mass graves at Gaza hospitals
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Xi Is Meeting Blinken With Tough Issues on the Agenda: The direct meeting with China’s leader is a sign of continued effort to ease tensions ...
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Blinken expected to deliver strong warning on Russia support as he arrives in China for key meetings
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Israel Yet to Offer Proof UN Staff in Gaza Have Ties to Hamas: (Bloomberg) -- Israel has yet to provide evidence that workers for the United Nations relief ...
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Navigating the AI Hype Cycle | by Aswath Damodaran - Project Syndicate: Aswath Damodaran explains how investors and business leaders should be thinking about the ...
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Blinken urges fair treatment of American businesses during trip to China: A State Department spokesperson said the U.S. Secretary of State raised concerns about ...
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Germany signals it will resume funding UNRWA: Germany will follow in the footsteps of Australia, Canada, Sweden, and Japan.
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Maduro announces return of UN rights office to Venezuela: President Nicolas Maduro announced Tuesday that a United Nations human rights office would begin ...
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Poland donates $2 million to UN agencies for humanitarian aid in Gaza: Half will go to the World Food Program and the other half to the United Nations Relief and ...
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Children among 16 dead after asylum-seeker boat capsizes off Djibouti: UN: At least 28 others are missing after a boat carrying 77 asylum seekers sinks ...
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Why it's time for 'middle powers' to step up on geopolitics: With major powers and the United Nations unable to prevent or end many wars, maybe this is the ...
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Trapped and starving, two families in Gaza Strip try to keep their children alive
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Lawyers seek UN help for release of American held by the Taliban for nearly two years
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UK condemns North Korea's latest ballistic missile launch: Britain said North Korea had breached multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions after it ...
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Blinken begins China visit as tensions rise over new U.S. bill forcing TikTok sale
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Quick Glance: Blinken Discusses Key Issues with China
- USA and China discuss global conflicts and tensions in Shanghai and Beijing.
- Discussions on Russia, Ukraine, Middle East, Taiwan, South China Sea.
- Calls for China to exert influence on Iran and maintain stability in the region.
- Disputes over human rights, synthetic opioids, and illegal activities.
US tourists face 12 years in prison for accidentally bringing ammo to Caribbean island
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Exxon leads industry fight against UN plans to limit plastic: Petrochemical companies oppose global agreement that would cut production to curb pollution
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UN Watchdog to Travel to Tehran Over Concerns Iran Could Build a Nuclear Weapon: The United Nations’ atomic watchdog expects to meet senior Iranian officials ...
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Pennsylvania redesigned its mail-in ballot envelopes amid litigation. Some voters still tripped up
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Climate change is endgame for coral reefs as we know them: As burning fossil fuels warms up the ocean and makes it more acidic, coral reefs are bleaching and ...
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Blinken says no ‘double standard’ for Israel ahead of expected sanctions on military unit
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Singaporean ‘toy soldier’ Nicholas Tang claims prestigious award at Sandhurst: He was awarded the International Sword for being the best international cadet ...
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Iran, Pakistan urge UN Security Council to take action against Israel: Iran and Pakistan called on the United Nations Security Council in a joint statement ...
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Human-rights violations rising in several countries, State Department says: Russian-occupied Ukraine was home to some of the worst abuses, according to new ...
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Navigating Major Transitions in an Uncertain Economy | by Mohamed A. El-Erian - Project Syndicate
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UN officials urge UK to reconsider plan to transfer asylum seekers to Rwanda: GENEVA: Two United Nations top officials on Tuesday called on the UK to reconsider ...
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
IDF rejects ‘baseless’ claim it dug mass graves at Gaza hospital; analysts also doubt charge
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UN Calls For Independent Investigation Into Gaza Mass Graves : The United Nations called for an independent investigation into mass graves found around Gaza ...
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4 Iranians charged in scheme to hack US agencies and defense contractors: US prosecutors on Tuesday announced charges against four Iranian men for a sprawling ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/iranians-charged-hacking-scheme/
Sexual violence in conflict increased by 50% in 2023, says UN | Africanews: The UN's Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict presented the annual ...
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Blinken planning to visit Saudi Arabia this weekend: U.S. officials say Blinken is also considering traveling to Israel.
axios.com/2024/04/23/blinken-saudi-arabia-israel-trip
UN labor agency report warns of rising threat of excess heat, climate change on world's workers
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The West has lost its judgment: Some 200 humanitarian workers, almost all Palestinians, have died in Gaza due to attacks by the Israeli army ...
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The IMF Chose the Right Leader the Wrong Way | by Ngaire Woods - Project Syndicate
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What to know about the crisis in Haiti after the prime minister's resignation: Haiti has weathered multiple political, economic and environmental disasters in ...
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Taliban government joins climate change talks for first time : The Taliban government has entered its first talks with the United Nations, donors and ...
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UNRWA Funding Now Mostly From Individual Donors After US Halts Donations: Individual donors now are the largest source of funding for the United Nations relief ...
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The Pandemic Financing Developing Countries Need | by Rachel Glennerster - Project Syndicate
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Quality Journalism Is More Important than Ever | by Anya Schiffrin, Dylan W. Groves and Joseph E. Stiglitz - Project Syndicate
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U.S. looking into Israel’s alleged human rights abuses: Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke on April 22 about allegations that Israel committed human rights ...
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In numbers: 200 days of Israel’s war on Gaza: More than 34,000 Palestinians killed and vast swathes of the enclave are in ruins as Israel continues its assault.
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Significant human rights abuses in India, says U.S. report: The U.S. State Department, in its 2023 Human Rights Report, has flagged “credible reports” of more ...
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Global talks to tackle plastic pollution hit critical stage: Thousands of negotiators and observers representing most of the world’s nations are gathering in the ...
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