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 The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024
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... Top News · Nov 27, 2024
Palestinian Authority Welcomes Ceasefire In Lebanon Palestinian Authority supports Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, urges Gaza truce for regional stability. Top News · Nov 27, 2024
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 · Nov 27, 2024
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 · Nov 27, 2024
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 · Nov 27, 2024
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 · Nov 27, 2024
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 The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024
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 The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2024
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 · Nov 27, 2024
'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. International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024
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. The Conversation · Nov 27, 2024
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). International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024
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. Radio France Internationale · Nov 27, 2024
International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024 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 · Nov 27, 2024 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
Top News · Nov 27, 2024 UN Special Coordinator Welcomes Lebanon Ceasefire Deal, Work Ahead UN Special Coordinator supports Lebanon ceasefire deal, emphasizing ongoing efforts for successful implementation.
Top News · Nov 26, 2024 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 · Nov 26, 2024 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
The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024 What to know about ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah A ceasefire deal that could end more than a year of cross-border fighting between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group won backing from Israeli leaders
The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2024 Joe Biden announces ceasefire deal to end fighting between Israel and Hezbollah Benjamin Netanyahu endorses imminent ceasefire with Lebanese group after cabinet approval
The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024 Morning Mail: Netanyahu backs Lebanon ceasefire, trade war fears after Trump threats, an epic bible tale Donald Trump’s tariff plan could ignite tit-for-tat around the world, economists fear
The Conversation · Nov 26, 2024 UN climate talks face a credibility crisis as countries disengage In Baku, Azerbaijan, the so-called “finance-Cop” was a disappointment. Now, the UN’s framework convention on climate change (UNFCCC) is facing a credibility crisis.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2024 Israel makes ‘widespread attack’ on Hezbollah targets as ceasefire deal expected Airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon some of the war’s heaviest to date, killing at least three people
The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024 UN investigates sexual exploitation allegations against aid workers in Chad following AP story The United Nations in Chad has launched an internal investigation, following an Associated Press report on allegations of sexual exploitation of Sudanese refugees, including by aid workers