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The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2023

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The escalating violence in Sudan has dominated global headlines this week amid fears of a potential civil war in the Northeast African country that could cause chaos in the wider region. 

The Week · Apr 21, 2023

Pressure mounts on Sudan to end fighting as death toll rises

Sudan’s army and a rival paramilitary group are facing mounting international pressure to end a conflict that has claimed hundreds of lives since it erupted last weekend.

Tribune News Service · Apr 21, 2023

Nato ‘confident’ Kyiv can retake territory in new offensive; Moscow issues warrant for Ukrainian spy chief – as it happened

Jens Stoltenberg says Ukraine will be able to retake more land; Kyrylo Budanov accused of ‘terrorist attacks’ and arms smuggling

The Guardian - AU · Apr 21, 2023

Activists mark Earth Day as scientists warn of more extreme weather

Volunteers in dozens of countries were set to plant trees, clean up trash and urge governments to do more to combat climate change to mark Earth Day, as scientists warn of more extreme weather and record temperatures this year.

Reuters · Apr 21, 2023

World Earth Day! Dia Mirza: My mission is to bridge the knowledge gap between experts in climate science and those who don't have access to vital information - Exclusive

Dia Mirza is an environmental advocate who also deservedly holds the position of UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador and United Nations Secretary-General’s Advocate for Sustainable Development Goals. She is also the voice of environmental and wildlife conservation in India. As an actor, Dia believes that the creative arts, cinema documentaries and…

The Times of India · Apr 21, 2023

NATO chief is ‘confident’ about Ukraine’s fresh offensive

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday he is "confident" that Ukraine is ready to make territorial gains against Russia, as Ukrainian armed forces prepare for a new offensive. Stoltenberg spoke from Ramstein Air Base in Germany, where 50 countries attended a meeting hosted by the United States on Friday…

France 24 · Apr 21, 2023

‘It’s a 2-way race’: Rep. Massie says congressional support coming to DeSantis

WASHINGTON — Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie, an early endorser of Ron DeSantis’ undeclared presidential candidacy, said more congressional support for the Florida governor would be forthcoming, framing the 2024 Republican primary as a “2-way race.”

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Apr 21, 2023

Little let-up in Khartoum fighting despite Sudan truce declaration

Sporadic shelling rang out late on Friday in Sudan's capital even though warring factions announced a truce, while one force said it was willing to allow airports to reopen for the evacuation of foreign nationals.

Reuters · Apr 21, 2023

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy addresses Mexican congress, denounces critics

Ukrainian president slammed politicians who seek ‘some sort of populism’ by dismissing his country’s pursuit of peace.

Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2023