Palestinian Arabs
As the Israeli military allows 305 trucks carrying aid and medical supplies into the Gaza Strip over the past 11 days, the United Nations is warning that only a small fraction of the necessary aid is reaching those sheltering in tents and makeshift accommodation. The relaxation of the blockade has
Palestinian Arabs
As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has sounded the alarm, warning of the risks of famine and the dire humanitarian needs of the population. For nearly 80 days, Israel has blocked the entry of international aid into Gaza, despite the UN's repeated
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 60 people across Gaza in a 24-hour period, with the deadliest strikes occurring in Khan Younis, Deir al-Balah, and the Jabaliya refugee camp. The Gaza Health Ministry reported the deaths, with Palestinian hospital officials confirming the strikes caused extensive damage and fires at the Al-Awda
Human rights
The ongoing conflict in Libya has led to a continued disregard for human rights, with cases of enforced disappearance, arbitrary arrests, and deaths in custody prevalent throughout the country. UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) head Hannah Tetteh emphasized the urgent need to halt the cycles of violence and impunity,
Human rights
The United Nations Special Rapporteurs on human rights defenders, a healthy environment, water and sanitation, and the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights have issued formal letters to the governments of Colombia, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as to companies Aris Mining and MDC Industry
Human rights
The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the severe human rights situation in North Korea, condemning the regime's systematic and gross abuses. The EU has called for dialogue and reform, urging the international community to take concrete measures to address the ongoing human suffering in the
United Nations
The Gaza humanitarian crisis is escalating with the introduction of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an Israeli- and US-backed organization aimed at distributing aid in the Gaza Strip. However, this initiative has been widely criticized by aid groups and the United Nations, who argue that it is politicized, lacks capacity,
Palestinian Arabs
The Israeli government has announced that a convoy of five first aid trucks has entered the Gaza Strip, carrying baby food and other essential supplies. The move comes after months of a complete blockade of food, medicine, and other supplies by Israel. The United Nations has welcomed the development but
Human rights
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights-designated Expert Radhouane Nouicer expressed deep concern over the recent intensification of drone strikes in Sudan, which have targeted critical civilian infrastructure, including power substations, fuel and gas storage facilities, and the international airport in Port Sudan. The attacks have resulted in widespread power outages
Palestinian Arabs
Thousands of Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank marked Nakba day last week, commemorating the loss of their land and homes after the 1948 war at the birth of the State of Israel. The somber occasion comes as Israel continues to displace hundreds of thousands of Palestinians through
Cabinet officials
Sri Lanka's fractious Parliament recently came together to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Nakba, marking a rare moment of unity as Cabinet Ministers, Marxists, Sinhala-Buddhist nationalists, Tamil lawmakers, and Muslim party leaders converged to demand justice for Palestine. The gathering, organized by the Embassy of the State
Palestinian Arabs
Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, is stepping down from his position while an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct by him is nearing its end. Khan's move is unprecedented, and there is no clear procedure for replacing him. The allegations against Khan include pressuring
