Removal of waste from site of 1984 Bhopal disaster dismissed as ‘farce’ Indian government accused of PR stunt after moving 337 tonnes of toxic waste that had been held in containers The Guardian - UK · Jan 2, 2025
‘I was very lucky’: activist and blogger Lu Yuyu on escaping China Released from prison in 2020 after being jailed for ‘picking quarrels and provoking trouble’, he became increasingly desperate to leave – before seizing his opportunity The Guardian - UK · Jan 2, 2025
Father-of-two on the run over indefinite prison sentence appeals to justice secretary to intervene Matthew Booth has been recalled to prison multiple times for a crime he commited when he was 15, due to his IPP sentence The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2025
Jimmy Carter's Faith And Diplomacy: A Unique Legacy Explore the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, a man of faith and diplomacy, advocating for peace and equality. Top News · Jan 1, 2025
Israeli attacks on Gaza hospitals leave healthcare system on ‘brink of total collapse’ UN documents at least 136 attacks on 27 hospitals and 12 other medical facilities over eight months in besieged Palestinian territory The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2025
Wednesday briefing: The people, policies, places and pop culture that could define 2025 In today’s newsletter: From Trump’s inaugration to the climate crisis, continuing conflicts and the Oasis reunion, here’s what to expect over the next 12 months The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2025
Is Israel backing out of the Lebanon ceasefire terms? Israeli media announced the army may stay past the 60-day agreed upon withdrawal date. Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2025
US Releases Guantanamo Prisoner Held Since Day Jail Opened Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi had never been charged with any crime. He was turned over to the Tunisian government. International Business Times · Dec 31, 2024
PA Official Predicts Trump Will Weaken Iran, Hamas PA official Mohammad Hamdan discusses efforts to counter Hamas influence and potential role in post-war Gaza governance. Top News · Dec 31, 2024
Israel’s hospital attacks have put Gaza healthcare on brink of collapse, says UN Assaults on medical facilities could amount to war crimes in certain circumstances, human rights office report says The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024
France strikes IS positions in Syria as diplomacy drive continues in Lebanon In a significant escalation of military engagement, France has launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria as diplomatic efforts to strengthen stability in Lebanon are ongoing and a fragile ceasefire with Israel continues to hold. Radio France Internationale · Dec 31, 2024
‘In 10 years we may cease to exist’: rising seas and influx of tourists threaten to engulf Panama island The island community has fought for its survival for hundreds of years. But modern threats are testing its cultural resilience The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024
Taliban bans windows to stop women from being seen at home Buildings should not have windows looking into places where women could be sitting or standing, Taliban leader orders The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024
Gaza hospitals on ‘brink of total collapse’ from Israel attacks: UN UN report says 136 strikes on Gaza hospitals have caused critical damage and casualties among medical personnel. Al Jazeera · Dec 31, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Dec 31, 2024 Australia kept quiet about early deployment of forces ahead of Iraq war, cabinet papers show The Howard government sent military personnel to the Middle East well before officially authorising Australia’s involvement
AAP · Dec 31, 2024 Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed Previously secret documents show concerns over a wheat scandal derailing Australia's commercial interests and plans to reshape Iraq as a free-market haven.
Top News · Dec 31, 2024 Gaza Health System Struggles Amid Israeli Attacks 45 patients evacuated from Gaza for medical treatment in UAE due to conflict. Heavy rains worsen living conditions in Gaza tent camps. UN raises concerns o...
The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024 The term ‘antisemitism’ is being weaponised and stripped of meaning – and that’s incredibly dangerous Israel uses it to silence critics of its Gaza war while the right uses it to attack opponents. Meanwhile, the issue itself goes unaddressed, says author Rachel Shabi
The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024 China says it has shared most Covid data of any country after WHO calls for further access Beijing says research into origins of the virus should be expanded to other countries
The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024 Middle East latest: Dozens of patients and wounded evacuated from Gaza for treatment Dozens of patients and the wounded have been evacuated for treatment outside the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, where the United Nations says Israel’s attacks on and around hospitals have pushed health care to the brink of collapse
International Business Times · Dec 31, 2024 Gaza Healthcare Nearing 'Total Collapse' Due To Israeli Strikes: UN A United Nations report published Tuesday found that Israeli strikes on and near hospitals in the Gaza Strip had left healthcare in the Palestinian territory on the verge of collapse.
Dynamite News · Dec 31, 2024 Afghanistan: Taliban terror orders all NGOs to halt employing women Taliban has announced it will close all national and foreign non governmental organizations (NGOs) employing women in Afghanistan, in a letter shared on X. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Conversation · Dec 31, 2024 Ukraine war: how Vietnam’s ‘bamboo diplomacy’ treads a fine line between the west and Russia Since Vietnam adopted its programme of reform (“Doi Moi” or renovation) in 1986, its foreign policy has transitioned from one driven by ideology to a more pragmatic regime driven by independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralism. This is underpinned by four principles: not engaging in military alliances, not supporting any country…
The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024 Seventh Palestinian baby freezes to death as more rain and thunderstorms loom Nearly 1.6 million displaced Gazans living in makeshift shelters that offer little protection from rain and cold
The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024 France carried out bombing raid on Islamic State targets in Syria, defence minister says – as it happened French aircraft carry out strikes on Islamic State positions, says French defence minister Sebastien Lecornu