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Balloon tank parked outside U.N. to protest Ukraine, other bombings

A life-sized tank made out of colourful balloons was parked outside the United Nations office in Geneva, Switzerland, on Tuesday to protest the bombing and shelling of civilians in urban areas of Ukraine and elsewhere.

Reuters

Zelensky says Putin wants to turn Ukrainian people into 'silent slaves' as he compares Russia to ISIS

In a historic address to the UN Security Council, the Ukrainian leader said Moscow's forces are "no different" to Daesh as he described the death and destruction left behind in Bucha. He also blasted delegates for failing to oust Russia.

Daily Mirror

In fiery speech, Zelenskyy implores UN Security Council to hold Russia to account

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in an impassioned address to the United Nations Security Council, on Tuesday likened Russian atrocities in his homeland to Nazi war crimes, calling for Nuremberg-style tribunals to hold Moscow accountable.

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Russia accused of terrorist tactics by Ukraine president in historic UN address

Volodymyr Zelensky called for the UN rules to be re-written and for Russia to face Nuremburg-style war trials.

Daily Record

Ukraine scientist ‘profoundly let down’ by UK after seven-week visa wait

Olena Said, who has a British partner and manages trials for King’s College London, ‘stuck’ in Moldova

The Guardian - UK

Zelensky calls for Nuremberg-style trials after Russian ‘war crimes’ in Ukraine

The Ukrainian president said the atrocities committed in his country are the worst seen since the Second World War.

The Independent UK

Why winning the climate fight in Africa is a win for the world

The latest UN report on climate change – specifically what can be done about it – sounds the alarm on a lack of green financing and funding promises for Africa, the continent most vulnerable to global warming.

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Zelenskiy urges UN to reform its system to strip Russia of its veto

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged the United Nations on Tuesday to act and reform its system which gives Security Council permanent member Russia a veto, saying everything must be done to ensure the international body works effectively.

Reuters

Zelensky to the UN: Where is the Security Council? Where is the peace?

In the last few minutes, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has begun an address to the United Nations Security Council.

Evening Standard

Food, farming and forestry must be transformed to curb global warming, U.N. says

Protecting forests, changing diets, and altering farming methods could contribute around a quarter of the greenhouse gas cuts needed to avert the worst impacts of climate change, according to the United Nations' climate panel.

Reuters

In Economist’s fantasyland, India’s nuclear-powered subs are just ‘prestige military toys’

In January, there was a question in the second general studies paper of the civil services (main) examination in India that might interest the Economist, particularly its Asia section. A 15-mark question asked the candidates to analyse whether the newly formed AUKUS (Australia-United Kingdom-United States) partnership was going to supersede…

Newslaundry

Ukraine: Russia boasts of its precision missiles – so why are hospitals being destroyed?

Over recent years, Russia has often boasted about the capabilities of its precision-guided missiles (PGMs). Two years ago the Defence Ministry released a video of its Tornado-S precision missile which, it said, can strike targets to within one metre. Given that such precise munitions also provide the ability to avoid…

The Conversation

Mines kill, injure over 500 children in Iraq

At least 519 children have been killed or injured by landmines and unexploded ordnance in Iraq in the past five years, UN agencies have warned.

Bangkok Post

Chilling satellite images show bodies in Bucha streets - proving Russia is lying

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT: Pictures taken on March 19 reveal dark objects found in the same places where rotting corpses were found after Russia withdrew - confirming Vladimir Putin's cronies are lying

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Any plans to dim the Sun and cool the Earth must be led by those most affected by climate change

The developed countries of the “global north” are responsible for 92% of excess global emissions, according to a 2020 study in The Lancet Planetary Health. Yet it is the rest of the world – the “global south” – that disproportionately bears the brunt of climate change. Emergency measures to reflect…

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine war looms over conference on curbing use of heavy bombs in cities

Geneva meeting aims to reach draft agreement on restricting explosives in wake of shelling in Ukraine

Evening Standard

President Volodymyr Zelensky tells of horror of Russian war crimes in UN Security Council address

Ukraine’s president has compared the Russian army’s actions to ‘other terrorists’

Daily Mirror

Where Harry Potter stars are now from Daniel Radcliffe to Emma Watson and Tom Felton

Ahead of the release of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, which is the latest instalment in the Wizarding World universe, we take a look at where the stars of the Harry Potter franchise are now.

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Using lies and disinformation, Putin and his team have been building the case for a Ukraine invasion for 14 years

As the invasion of Ukraine began in late February 2022, President Vladimir Putin offered several justifications for why Russia had no other option.

Reuters

Floating mines in Black Sea endangering grain, oil trade - officials

The risk of coming across floating mines in the major Black Sea shipping route is adding to perils for merchant ships sailing in the region, and governments must ensure safe passage to keep supply chains running, maritime officials say.

The Independent UK

Just Stop Oil activist got ‘hundreds of death threats after football protest’

Louis McKechnie was charged with pitch encroachment and aggravated trespass after his action at the Everton v Newcastle United match.

The Independent UK

Why has Russia invaded Ukraine? The conflict explained

Vladimir Putin’s military assault continues in face of near-unanimous international condemnation

The Guardian - UK

Zelenskiy tells UN Russian leaders ‘must be brought to justice for war crimes’

Ukrainian president addresses security council after apparently deliberate civilian killings come to light

Reuters

Cities drive climate change, and can provide a solution, UN says

The world's cities are a big driver of planet-warming emissions, but can play a major role in addressing climate change in the near future.

Tribune News Service

Dan Rodricks: At the UN, Wendy Sherman slams Russia and Putin for creating war and food crisis

The Russian ambassador had heard enough about global food shortages caused by his nation’s invasion of Ukraine so, when it was his turn to speak, Vasily Nebenzya offered a classic Kremlinesque retort: He blamed the West.

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