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Donald Trump Triggers 'Project Blue Beam' Speculation by Pledging Immediate Release of Classified Alien Life Documents

Donald Trump's directive to release classified files on extraterrestrial life has sparked excitement and conspiracy theories, including the resurgence of the 'Project Blue Beam' theory.

International Business Times UK

We must all work together to protect democracy, says Catherine Connolly

The president was addressing an international democracy conference in Spain during her first overseas trip.

Evening Standard

World Court celebrates 80-year anniversary as the international legal framework is under strain

The United Nations secretary-general warns that international law is eroding

The Independent UK

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US urges nations to back 'trade over aid' plan as UN warns against privatizing assistance

The U.S. is urging other nations to back a “trade over aid” initiative at the United Nations as part of the Trump administration’s broader shift away from donor-focused development assistance and toward greater private investment

The Independent UK

Trump officials urge other countries to join ‘trade over aid’ push

US calls free-market capitalism ‘surest path to prosperity’ and seeks to forgo direct aid to developing countries

The Guardian - US

Sudan condemns Berlin conference as devastating war enters fourth year

Sudan has condemned a Berlin donor conference as “surprising and unacceptable” interference as the war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces enters its fourth year. Millions of people remain displaced, with widespread hunger and escalating attacks deepening the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.

Radio France Internationale

At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea

The United Nations says at least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, are missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently

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Ongoing wars 'not failure of UN but of member states', General Assembly President tells Euronews

The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.

Euronews

Has multilateralism hit a dead end? Could International organisations be collateral damage of the war in Iran?

One of the most striking aspects of the war with Iran is the extent to which it has highlighted the irrelevance of international organisations and multilateral approaches to resolving global conflicts.

The Conversation

Latest Mediterranean migrant shipwrecks put 2026 among deadliest years on record

More than 180 people are missing or feared dead after several boats attempting to reach Europe from North Africa got into difficulty. According to the United Nations' migration agency, the most recent shipwrecks have brought the number of deaths reported in the Mediterranean Sea to nearly 1,000 this year.

Radio France Internationale

Countries suffer when credit rating agencies lack data: how to fix the problem at source

Some developing country governments spend years making the reforms that international financial institutions want – only to find that their efforts are not rewarded.

The Conversation

Trump's UN Envoy Mercilessly Booed For Claiming His Boss Is 'Creating Peace Worldwide'— A Viral X Post Reveals

A viral video shows a US diplomat being booed while defending Trump's global record, sparking debate on US foreign policy.

International Business Times UK

The Investment Case for Farmland: Inflation Hedge Meets Growing Global Demand

Investing in farmland can offer a natural hedge against inflation and positive returns with lower volatility, driven by rising food demand and new technologies.

Kiplinger

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions

Aid groups are warning that the war in the Middle East has upended their ability to get food and medicine to millions in need and that more people will suffer if the violence continues

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Niece of senior Iranian official Trump had assassinated in his first term arrested by ICE after living ‘lavish lifestyle’ in LA

Qassem Soleimani’s niece and grand-niece are set to be removed from the U.S., Marco Rubio said

International Business Times UK

UN Official Resigns, Says Senior UN Officials Serve Powerful Lobby Spreading False Iran Nuclear Threat

Mohamad Safa resigns as UN representative, alleging senior officials serve a lobby spreading misinformation about Iran's nuclear capabilities.

The Independent UK

First foreign troop in new gang suppression force lands in Haiti to replace previous mission

The first foreign troop tied to a new gang-suppression force backed by the United Nations has arrived in Haiti to help quell ongoing violence

The Guardian - US

Stephen Lewis, Canadian politician and social activist, dies aged 88

Lewis’s son Avi Lewis was elected leader of progressive New Democratic party a day before his father’s death

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The Independent UK

Stephen Lewis, former Canadian politician and lifelong social activist, dies at 88

Stephen Lewis, Canada’s former ambassador to the United Nations, a lifelong social activist and a former politician, has died

The Independent UK

One Cuban family navigates daily life under a US oil embargo and a deepening economic crisis

Cuba’s deepening economic crisis is pushing struggling families into hunger and forcing them to rely on donations and the black market

AAP

Australia condemns Israel's new death penalty laws

Israel's ambassador to Australia has defended a newly passed law imposing the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of terror attacks drawing a sharp rebuke.

The Independent UK

Democrats seen as taking back the House after Republicans quit in numbers not seen since the Great Depression

ANALYSIS: A record number of House Republicans are not seeking re-election, the most since the Great Depression, with Republicans far outpacing Democrats. Eric Garcia breaks down the numbers

The Times of India

'You're sick to want war': Diplomat accuses UN of preparing nuclear strike on Iran, quits role

A UN diplomat, Mohamad Safa, has resigned, alleging the organization is preparing for potential nuclear weapon use in Iran. He highlighted the devastating human cost, urging global action to prevent a catastrophe. Safa's departure follows reports of US military preparations for Iran, indicating a disconnect between operational readiness and public…

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‘Only the people can stop it’: UN diplomat gives up career to warn of possible nuclear holocaust in Iran

Mohamad Safa has given a bleak warning about the future.

Euronews

Exclusive: 'No one benefits from a war without rules,' Red Cross chief tells Euronews

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, the president of the Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, warns of serious violations of international law in the Middle East conflict and calls for an end to attacks on essential infrastructure.

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