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US Defense Chief’s Visit to Israel Reveals Divisions on Iran

Long-running differences between the Biden administration and Israel over how to stop Iran’s rapidly accelerating nuclear program spilled into public view Thursday, as the US defense secretary discussed Tehran's nuclear ambitions with his Israeli counterpart during a visit to the country.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 10, 2023

Why did Russia invade Ukraine?

Vladimir Putin’s brutal military assault on sovereign neighbour continues in face of heavy losses and near-unanimous international condemnation

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2023

Rebels in Indonesia's Papua call in NZ hostage video for UN mediation

A New Zealand pilot who was taken hostage last month by rebels in Indonesia's Papua region has appeared in videos put out by separatists calling for the United Nations to mediate in the conflict in the resource-rich region.

Reuters · Mar 10, 2023

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Foreign minister says Pakistan in `perfect storm' of crises

Pakistan’s foreign minister says his country is facing “a perfect storm” of troubles — an economic crisis, the consequences of catastrophic flooding and terrorism “that is once again rearing its ugly head” as a result of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2023

UN signs deal to salvage stranded oil from tanker off Yemen

The United Nations says it has signed an agreement to purchase a very large vessel that can transfer more than 1 million barrels of crude now stranded in a rusting old tanker off the coast of war-torn Yemen

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

The Guardian view on the UN ocean treaty: arriving just in time

Editorial: A new legal order in the high seas must prevent marine riches from being monopolised or privatised

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2023

Detainees with disabilities in 'spiral of hopelessness' after cancelled United Nations visit to Australia

Advocates are concerned people with disability in detention settings across Australia have been forgotten following the cancelled visit of an international torture prevention group.

ABC News · Mar 9, 2023

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US defense chief's visit to Israel reveals divisions on Iran

Long-running differences between the Biden administration and Israel over how to stop Iran’s rapidly accelerating nuclear program have spilled into public view

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Russia’s first missile barrage against Ukraine in weeks knocks nuclear plant off grid for hours

‘Each time we are rolling a dice. And if we allow this to continue time after time then one day our luck will run out,’ says head of UN nuclear watchdog

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Ukraine's top nuclear plant lost power for the sixth time. Is disaster imminent?

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station was among the Ukrainian structures damaged by a barrage of Russian missiles on Wednesday. Though power has been restored, the threat of nuclear meltdown remains.

WEKU · Mar 9, 2023

People displaced by Syrian earthquake loot aid supplies after baby dies in camp

A video filmed by our Observer shows displaced people living in a camp in northwest Syria storming and looting a warehouse containing humanitarian supplies after the sudden death of a baby in the camp. The baby’s parents say he died of cold because of a lack of humanitarian assistance, an…

France 24 · Mar 9, 2023

First France-UK summit in five years hopes to mend battered friendship

French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will seek to reset cross-Channel relations at a meeting on Friday that signals an end to years of post-Brexit feuding.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 9, 2023

Ukraine-Russia news – latest: Wagner chief says Putin has ‘cut him off’

Russia snaps ‘all hotlines’ connecting Yevgeny Prigozhin to Moscow over arms hunger

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Sunak’s ‘stop the boats’ plans receive far-right backing in Europe

Italy’s Matteo Salvini praised the plan as ‘harsh but fair’.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

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The Conversation · Mar 9, 2023

Jimmy Carter's African legacy: peacemaker, negotiator and defender of rights

When historians and pundits praise Jimmy Carter’s achievements as the US president and extol his exemplary post-presidential years, they mention the recognition of China, the Panama Canal Treaties and the Camp David Accords. Almost no one mentions what Carter achieved in Africa during his presidency. This is a serious oversight.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Facing uproar, Tunisian president denies he's stoking racism

Tunisia’s president has rejected accusations that he is stoking anti-Black racism

Chronicle Live · Mar 9, 2023

Asylum seekers in Newcastle slam Government's lifetime ban for Channel small boat migrants

Proposals unveiled this week would permanently ban migrants who enter the UK illegally from re-entering the country or gaining citizenship

Bristol Post · Mar 9, 2023

Charity volunteers recall West Bank attacks while picking olives in Palestine

Palestinian homes and farms were torched in an escalation of violence

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The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

No-one with concern for fellow humans should back migration Bill – Sturgeon

The UK Government’s draft legislation has caused outcry from the international community.

Daily Mirror · Mar 9, 2023

Nuclear watchdog in terrifying warning after Ukraine plant hit by Russian missiles

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the largest nuclear facility in Europe, is currently under the control of Russian forces - but has been in a state of blackout since it was captured, forcing it to rely on diesel generators

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2023

First Cop15, now the high seas treaty: there is hope for the planet’s future

Many agree that strides have been made in protecting biodiversity and the oceans – but much remains to be done

Radio France Internationale · Mar 9, 2023

UN rights chief slams UK plan to ban asylum claims by Channel migrants

The United Nations refugee agency has criticised a British draft law that would outlaw asylum claims by anyone arriving in the country illegally. The UNHCR has warned that such legislation could violate international law.

The Conversation · Mar 9, 2023

Strikes bill could breach UK workers' human rights and expose the government to legal challenges

UK workers’ human rights are at risk under government plans to curb strike activity, according to a report by parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights. The strikes (minimum service levels) bill 2023 aims to set requirements for the level of service needed in certain key sectors during strike action.

Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2023

‘Courage and audacity’: Young voices steer change at UN meeting

From climate change to digital inclusion, young delegates make their opinions heard at Least Developed Countries summit.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant loses power after Russia launches mass missile attack

At least five dead after Russia launches early morning missile blitz on targets across Ukraine

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