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Plastics lobbyists make up biggest group at vital UN treaty talks

Fossil fuel and chemical industry representatives outnumber those of the EU or host country South Korea

The Guardian - UK

Israel Kills Hezbollah Operations Officer Before Ceasefire Takes Effect

Israel targets Hezbollah operations officer before ceasefire. Intense bombings in Beirut. Ceasefire aims to uphold 2006 UN resolution.

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Five fairness flaws the UN’s new plastics treaty must change

The UN’s new plastics treaty is about to be finalised – marking a crucial opportunity to form an international agreement to tackle the plastic pollution crisis. Plastic waste is ubiquitous – damaging human health and livelihoods, as well as ecosystems in water and on land; yet plastic production is at…

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ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military government chief

Karim Khan promises further arrests will be pursued in bid for justice and accountability by persecuted Rohingya.

Al Jazeera

Efforts To Enforce UN Resolution 1701 For Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire

Resolution 1701 seeks to bring lasting peace between Israel and Lebanon through strengthened enforcement measures and negotiations.

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Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Brings Relief To Lebanon And Israel

Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon brings hope for peace, but challenges persist in the region.

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ICC arrest warrant sought for Myanmar junta chief over Rohingya persecution

Myanmar’s coup leader Min Aung Hlaing accused of using armed forces to displace and persecute Muslim minority

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Ceasefire Holds Between Israel And Hezbollah After 14 Months

Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds after 14 months of conflict, with cautious optimism. Residents return to southern Lebanon despite warnings. Lo...

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Palestinian Authority Welcomes Ceasefire In Lebanon

Palestinian Authority supports Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, urges Gaza truce for regional stability.

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Trump’s Gorka pick met with outrage: he’s ‘as dangerous as he is unqualified’

Even among a host of TV personalities and alleged sex traffickers, far-right commentator is a step too far for some

The Guardian - US

Plastic Pollution Talks Must Speed Up, Chair Warns

Negotiators must move "significantly" faster to agree on a landmark treaty to curb plastic pollution, the diplomat chairing the talks warned Wednesday, as countries lined up to express frustration about the limited progress.

International Business Times

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar junta chief

Min Aung Hlaing accused of crimes against humanity over deportation and persecution of Rohingya minority

The Guardian - UK

French foreign minister tackles Sudan crisis and UN reform on Africa trip

France's new foreign minister began his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa on Wednesday, focusing on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and the future of French military presence in the region.

Radio France Internationale

Trump team claims credit for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire – hours after Biden announced it

Trump officials were not directly involved in the negotiations, according to a senior Biden administration official

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The Guardian - UK

The ceasefire in Lebanon doesn’t ensure a lasting victory for Israel, but does signal a strategic setback for Iran

Hezbollah is still armed and has the potential to attack Israel. But more significantly it has in effect abandoned Hamas, says Bilal Saab of Chatham House

International Business Times

Five Forgotten Conflicts Of 2024

The wars in the Mideast and Ukraine-Russia have dominated world headlines in 2024 but several other conflicts are ravaging countries and regions.

International Business Times

'Very, Very Slow': Plastic Treaty Talks Grind Forward

Negotiations on a first global treaty to curb plastic pollution are moving "very, very slowly", diplomats and observers told AFP on Wednesday, threatening the chances of reaching an agreement.

The Conversation

Ceasefires are not a panacea. Here are 4 reasons to be concerned about the Israel-Hezbollah deal

The announcement of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah is welcome news for a region torn apart by more than a year of warfare. Hopefully when implemented, the ceasefire will offer some respite for both Lebanese and Israeli civilians.

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International Business Times

World Leaders React To Lebanon War Ceasefire

World leaders have welcomed a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which came into force on Wednesday morning (0200 GMT).

Radio France Internationale

US and France lead backing for Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal

World leaders have welcomed a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which came into force on Wednesday.

International Business Times

Future Of Deep-sea Mining Stands At A Crucial Juncture

Torn between the defenders of the world's seabeds and industrialists eager to exploit the vast, untapped resources of the deep, the international community faces a crucial year that could decide the future of mining in the high seas.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv pulls back 100,000 mortar rounds after failures

Investigation after troops complained of misfires; Russian Oreshnik missile carried no explosives, say Ukrainian officials. What we know on day 1,008

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UN Special Coordinator Welcomes Lebanon Ceasefire Deal, Work Ahead

UN Special Coordinator supports Lebanon ceasefire deal, emphasizing ongoing efforts for successful implementation.

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Lebanon's PM Mikati Welcomes Ceasefire Deal With US Support

Lebanon's PM Mikati expresses gratitude for US and France's support in achieving ceasefire, emphasizing commitment to peace and stability.

The Independent UK

UN Resolution 1701 is at the heart of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal. What is it?

In 2006, the U.N. Security Council voted for a resolution to end a bruising monthlong conflict between Israel and Lebanon’s powerful Hezbollah militant group, and pave the way for lasting security along the border

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