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First aid from US pier in Gaza has reached starving Palestinians, the UN says

The U.N. World Food Program says it's handed out in Gaza the first small amounts of aid that arrived from a U.S.-built pier in the territory

The Independent UK

Nikki Haley Announces Support For Donald Trump In November Election

Nikki Haley announces support for Trump, highlighting concerns about Biden's policies and conservative values.

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What is ‘Net Zero’, anyway? A short history of a monumental concept

Last month, the leaders of the G7 declared their commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. Closer to home, the Albanese government recently introduced legislation to establish a Net Zero Economy Authority, promising it will catalyse investment in clean energy technologies in the push to reach…

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The food bridge to nowhere: US admits 30% of Gaza aid isn’t getting to civilians

The $300m structure became operational six days ago

The Independent UK

Blinken Doubts Global Pandemic Deal Can Be Reached In 'Near Term'

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday voiced doubt for the near-term prospects of a global pandemic agreement under negotiation that has drawn a backlash in several Western countries.

International Business Times

Social media: parents can't pass the buck

Letters and Short Takes: May 23

Newcastle Herald

From Zambia to Afghanistan, WFP warns El Niño's extreme weather is causing a surge in hunger

The UN’s World Food Programme says extreme weather attributed to the El Niño phenomenon is causing a surge in hunger from Zambia to Afghanistan, calling on donors for much-needed help

The Independent UK

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Russian space weapon ban shot down by UN Security Council

The United Nations Security Council has voted against a resolution introduced by Russia and China that would ban member states from placing weapons of any kind in outer space.

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Norway, Ireland, Spain To Recognise Palestinian State

Norway, Ireland and Spain announced on Wednesday they will recognise a Palestinian state from next week, highlighting the deep split over the issue within the EU as the Israel-Hamas war rages.

International Business Times

What are the ICJ and the ICC and how do their power and jurisdiction differ?

The international court of justice (ICJ) and the international criminal court (ICC) have been heavily involved in the politicking surrounding the conflict in Gaza. As the ICJ hears arguments surrounding accusations of genocide levelled at Israel, the ICC prosecutor recently applied for arrest warrants to be issued for the leaders…

The Conversation

Tens of thousands fill streets of Tehran for Iranian president’s funeral

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei leads prayers in capital city days after death of Ebrahim Raisi and seven others in helicopter crash

The Guardian - UK

Why are Kenyan forces set to intervene in Haiti and how is the US involved?

When William Ruto meets Joe Biden in Washington, a Kenyan-led police mission to Haiti will top the presidents’ agenda.

Al Jazeera

Humanitarian operations ‘near collapse’ in Gaza, says World Food Programme

UN says 1m people face catastrophic levels of hunger as food aid piles up on Egyptian side of border

The Guardian - UK

Mapping which countries recognise Palestine in 2024

The State of Palestine is recognised by 146 countries around the world with Norway, Spain and Ireland joining the list.

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The Independent UK

How significant is Spain, Ireland and Norway recognising the state of Palestine?

Some 140 of the about 190 countries represented in the UN General Assembly have already recognised a Palestinian state

The Independent UK

Bosnian Serb leader reiterates threat to secede from Bosnia ahead of UN vote on genocide

The leader of Bosnia’s Serb portion reiterated his threat to split up the Balkan country Wednesday, a day ahead of a planned U.N. vote on establishing an annual day to commemorate the 1995 genocide of more than 8,000 Bosnian Muslims by Bosnian Serbs

The Conversation

Climate: can young activists still sway the outcome of COP negotiations?

Young activists are key figures of the climate movement. So much has been self-evident ever since Greta Thunberg sat outside the steps of the Swedish parliament during school hours in August 2018 and galvanised others from her generation to follow suit in the international movement of Fridays for Future.

International Business Times

US Dairy Trade Goes Hand In Hand With UN Goals

The US dairy sector needs to be involved with the UN because the US is a primary dairy supplier to global markets, and the UN recommends policies that many countries adopt into national law.

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Kenyan president will receive White House praise over troops-to-Haiti move − but lack of action across Americas should prompt regional soul-searching

Kenyan President William Ruto will attend a rare U.S. state reception for an African leader on May 23, 2024 – but much of the chat will be about a third country: Haiti.

International Business Times UK

Over 25% African Businesses Are Female-Led; But Only Get $1 For Every $25 Males Raise In Funding

As well as facing major challenges as entrepreneurs, women in Africa are facing marital rape, female genital mutilation and child marriage.

The Independent UK

Baltic Sea nations react warily to a reported Russian proposal to revise its maritime border

Leaders around the Baltic Sea have reacted warily to reports that Russia could revise the borders of its territorial waters in the region

International Business Times

Pentagon Says Russia Launched Space Weapon In Path Of US Satellite

Russia has launched a likely space weapon and deployed it in the same orbit as a US government satellite, the Pentagon said.

Latin Times

Which Countries Recognize Palestinian State?

Norway, Spain and Ireland all announced plans on Wednesday to recognise a State of Palestine, breaking with the long-held position of Western powers that a Palestinian state can only come as part of a negotiated peace with Israel.

The Independent UK

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

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