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As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the situation in Gaza has taken a devastating turn, with at least 21 people killed overnight and into early Wednesday, more than half of them women and children. The health authorities have warned of a severe famine caused by Israel's blockade, with
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has been sounding the alarm on climate change for nearly a decade, but in an exclusive interview with The Associated Press, he revealed a new strategy - harnessing the power of market forces to drive change. Guterres believes that the plummeting cost of solar and
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At the United Nations Security Council High Level Open Debate on "Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes," organized by Pakistan, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Mr. MIYAJI Takuma, emphasized the need for reform and a human security approach to address
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In a packed open debate on promoting international peace and security through multilateralism and peaceful settlement of disputes, the United Nations Security Council underscored the importance of cooperation and peaceful resolution of conflicts as the world grapples with numerous ongoing conflicts and crises. The debate came as the UN approaches
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Pakistan has made a significant commitment to protecting and conserving marine biodiversity in international waters by signing the BBNJ Agreement under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea. The agreement aims to establish a legal framework for marine activities and promote sustainable use of marine resources. Pakistan played
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The besieged Gaza Strip is facing its worst food crisis yet, with at least 101 people, including 80 children, dying from hunger. Medical staff at Shifa Hospital are also struggling with hunger and exhaustion, with some fainting on duty and being treated with intravenous fluids. The UN's Palestinian
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At the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Fu Cong called on the international community to revitalize multilateralism and maintain international peace and security. In a high-level open debate on "Promoting international peace and security through multilateralism
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More than 2 million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are facing a worsening hunger crisis, with over 1,000 killed by Israeli forces since May while attempting to access aid. The UN human rights office and local health officials attribute the deaths to Israeli strikes and blockades, while Israel accuses
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The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution urging its 193 member nations to use all possible means to settle disputes peacefully, amid escalating conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, Haiti, and Myanmar. In an impassioned plea, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the dire need for global peace efforts, citing the
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The League of Arab States has denounced Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip, labeling them a "form of genocide" that subjects the Palestinian people to deadly conditions, starvation, and collective punishment. The Arab League Council called on the international community to intervene and end the Israeli
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Deepening humanitarian crises in Yemen, Sudan, and Ukraine continue to pose significant challenges to civilians, with escalating violence causing widespread destruction and displacement. The United Nations (UN) has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict, citing the need for all parties to respect international law and exercise maximum restraint. Key Takeaways:
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In the midst of escalating violence, the Palestinian territory of Gaza is facing a desperate hunger crisis, with over 1,000 killed while trying to access food since May. The UN human rights office cites multiple reliable sources, including medics and humanitarian organizations, to report the deaths, with 766 of
