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'One Meal a Day': UN Slams Brutal US Fuel Blockade Pushing 40% of Cubans into Immediate Starvation

Cuba faces a deepening humanitarian crisis, with US sanctions and fuel shortages exacerbating food insecurity and healthcare challenges.

International Business Times UK · Jun 18

Refugee numbers dropped in 2025 – but aid cuts and others trends suggest little to celebrate

There was surprisingly good news when the United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR, released its latest report on June 10: The number of displaced people in the world fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade.

The Conversation · Jun 18

How Israel seized 1,000 sq km in two years, its biggest territorial expansion in decades

Israel has significantly expanded its military-held territory in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria since October 2023, encompassing approximately 1,000 square kilometers. This move, described as creating "buffer zones," has displaced millions and raises concerns about permanence, despite not being recognized as new borders. This marks its biggest expansion of its militarily-held…

The Times of India · Jun 18

Climate change, pollution push oceans to tipping point, UN report says

A new UN report reveals a "deepening crisis" in ocean health, driven by climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Rising sea levels, acidifying seas, and declining fish stocks threaten marine ecosystems and human survival. Urgent global action is needed to avert further decline and protect vital resources.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

‘To be negotiated’: US–Iran interim deal defers final decision on Tehran’s nuclear future

The United States and Iran have reached an interim agreement on Tehran’s nuclear programme, setting in motion a two-month negotiating window aimed at resolving the core dispute between the two countries over Iran’s nuclear ambitions. The United States and Iran have reached an interim agreement on Tehran’s nuclear programme, setting…

The Times of India · Jun 18

US-Iran peace accord takes effect

A US-Iran agreement to extend their ceasefire and begin talks on a permanent peace deal is now in effect, with the presidents of the two countries signing the 14-point memorandum of understanding, White House officials have confirmed.

Bangkok Post · Jun 18

US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open strait as nuclear talks continue

An initial agreement to end the war between the United States and Iran calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and would waive sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely

AAP · Jun 18

Iran deal calls for diluting uranium at minimum, waiving sanctions & opening strait, US officials say

President Trump announced a deal with Iran, involving uranium dilution and sanctions waivers, allowing immediate oil sales. Mediated by Pakistan, the agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end hostilities in Lebanon. While hailed by Trump, the memorandum of understanding faces scrutiny and potential future renegotiation.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

The G7 just pledged to break China's rare earth grip — there’s a lot of work to do

Seven of the world's largest economies want to cap China's rare earth dominance at 60% by 2030. Experts say "it's definitely a bold target."

Fortune · Jun 17

WFP welcomes €695m donation from US as it warns acute hunger to worsen in 13 hotspots

The WFP has said it wants to reach 110 million people in the most acute need around the world this year, for which it would require €11 billion.

Euronews · Jun 17