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Mapped: Which countries recognise Palestine as a state?

Out of 193 UN member states, 147 recognise the state of Palestine – as Britain, Australia and Canada take action

The Independent UK

Spain, Ireland and Norway will recognize a Palestinian state on May 28. Why does that matter?

Spain, Ireland and Norway have said that they will recognize a Palestinian state on May 28, a step toward a long-held Palestinian aspiration that came amid international outrage over the civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip following Israel’s offensive

The Independent UK

Israel Furious As 3 European Countries Recognize Palestinian State

Ireland, Norway, and Spain said they would formally recognize the State of Palestine on May 28. Israel said it was recalling its envoys to Ireland and Norway for "urgent consultations" and was expected to do the same with its ambassador to Spain.

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Which Countries Recognise Palestinian State?

Israel's more than seven-month war in Gaza since the October 7 attack has revived a global push for Palestinians to be given a state of their own.

International Business Times

European States To Move On Palestine Recognition As Gaza War Rages

At least three European countries were expected to announce steps towards recognising a Palestinian state on Wednesday, after more than seven months of devastating fighting between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

International Business Times

Takeaways from AP examination of how 2 debunked accounts of sexual violence on Oct. 7 originated

An AP examination of the handling of two debunked stories alleging that Hamas militants committed sexual assault during their Oct. 7 rampage in southern Israel shows how information can be clouded and distorted in the chaos of the conflict

The Independent UK

How 2 debunked accounts of sexual violence on Oct. 7 fueled a global dispute over Israel-Hamas war

The United Nations and other organizations have presented credible evidence that Hamas militants committed sexual assault during their Oct. 7 attack in southern Israel

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Ireland, Spain and Norway to recognise Palestinian state

Irish PM declares ‘unequivocal support’ for two-state solution, as Israel recalls ambassadors from Dublin, Madrid and Oslo

The Guardian - UK

US Aid Delivery To Gaza Faces Logistical Challenges

Challenges in delivering aid to Gaza persist as US aid remains undistributed, prompting distrust and safety concerns among some Gazans.

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UNRWA says food distribution in Rafah suspended, citing insecurity

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees also cited a lack of supplies as Israel continues closure of border crossings.

Al Jazeera

UN food agency warns that the new US sea route for Gaza aid may fail unless conditions improve

The U.N. World Food Program is warning that the new U.S. pier project for delivering aid to Gaza may fail unless Israel starts providing the conditions the humanitarian groups need to operate

The Independent UK

Tech companies are voluntarily agreeing to an AI ‘kill switch’ to prevent Terminator-style risks as some regulators remain hesitant to flex their legal muscles

Developers and governments reach consensus, but “toothless” commitments fall short of formal global legal frameworks.

Fortune

Kenya’s President Ruto visits US as police deployment to Haiti takes shape

Kenyan officials say Haiti deployment is imminent as William Ruto to hold talks with US President Joe Biden this week.

Al Jazeera

Kenyan special forces police to arrive in Haiti to help combat gang violence

An advance group of Kenyan officers, part of a larger UN-backed ‘support mission’ to stabilize Haiti, landed in Port-au-Prince

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Israel calls on ‘civilised nations’ to boycott ICC arrest warrants against its leaders

Government urges ‘free world’ to oppose warrants against Netanyahu and defence minister for war crimes in Gaza

International Business Times

ICC's Khan: 'No Nonsense' Lawyer Under Fire From All Sides

When Karim Khan was sworn in as chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, he said the court should be judged by its acts -- "the proof of the pudding should be in the eating."

Radio France Internationale

Deadly unrest in New Caledonia tied to old colonial wounds

New Caledonia, the French overseas territory in the southwest Pacific, has been rocked by its most violent clashes since the 1980s. While the unrest was triggered by constitutional changes to the voting system, it also highlights frustrations over the long process of decolonisation.

The Conversation

ICC’s milestone bid for Netanyahu arrest warrant will have wide political impact even if he evades the court

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Khan, is seeking arrest warrants for top Israeli and Hamas officials. Khan says he has “reasonable grounds to believe” the individuals bear responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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The Conversation

UK-Rwanda migrant deal challenges international protection law

In late April 2024 the British parliament passed a law – the Safety of Rwanda Act – enabling it to transport migrants arriving in the UK to Rwanda. When the legislation was approved by parliament, there were 52,000 asylum seekers who could potentially be sent to Rwanda.

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Republican Congressman Ralph Norman Endorses Nikki Haley For Vice President

Republican congressman Ralph Norman endorses Nikki Haley as a potential running mate for Trump, emphasizing her appeal to moderates and independents.

The Independent UK

UN maritime tribunal says countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution

A U.N. tribunal on maritime law has found that countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution

The Conversation

Why Chile has a Palestinian football team – the bigger history

Club Deportivo Palestino, a football team, play in a uniform of white, green and red. Their stadium flies Palestinian flags and their social sports club boasts an open-air pool in the shape of pre-1948 Palestine. But this football team does not play in Palestine, or even the Middle East. Better…

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Hundreds Of Boko Haram Hostages Rescued From Forest Enclave

Nigerian army rescues 350 hostages, including women and children, from Boko Haram in Sambisa Forest, showcasing ongoing efforts against extremism.

The Independent UK

Hundreds of hostages, mostly women and children, are rescued from Boko Haram extremists in Nigeria

Nigeria's army says it has rescued hundreds of hostages, mostly women and children, who had been held captive for months or years by Boko Haram extremists in the country's northeast

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Trial Begins For Egyptians Accused In Fatal Shipwreck

Nine Egyptian men face trial in Greece for a shipwreck leading to migrant deaths. Legal battle ensues over rescue operation mishandling allegations.

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