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Wearing roses criminalised in Myanmar as Aung San Suu Kyi turns 81

Women are being urged to wear roses in their hair, people are encouraged to offer roses at Buddhist temples, and the protest against the military junta is being widely promoted on social media amid fears Suu Kyi is no longer alive

The Independent UK

Where do women feature in the history of diplomacy?

On June 24, the United Nations marks the International Day of Women in Diplomacy. The occasion invites us to celebrate the slow but visible increase of women in foreign ministries, embassies, and international negotiations. Yet it also prompts a deeper question: what counts as diplomacy, and who gets recognised as…

The Conversation

‘Held hostage’ by fossil fuels: How oil-rich nations influenced the UN climate conference in Bonn

Experts warn that fossil fuel interests and 'attacks on science' have stalled one of the most contentious climate debates once again.

Euronews

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‘Women and girls left vulnerable to abuse’: UN calls for Taliban's new marriage decree to be reversed

UN experts voice grave concerns over a new Taliban decree on spousal separation in Afghanistan. The ruling, issued in April 2026, is feared to legitimize child marriage and hinder women escaping abusive relationships. Provisions are seen as discriminatory, potentially impacting religious minorities and leaving girls vulnerable to harm for years…

The Times of India

No lifting of UN sanctions on Iran without France's approval, FM says

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says France will not agree to lift United Nations Security Council sanctions on Iran unless it is satisfied by the terms of a final accord on Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Radio France Internationale

The screams through the wall: the hidden toll of Russia's war against Ukraine

On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, Jacqueline Mahon, UNFPA Representative to Ukraine, writes in a Euronews op-ed that wartime sexual violence scars survivors, families and communities, while funding cuts threaten support services.

Euronews

Freed Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounts sexual abuse in Gaza, urges victims to speak out

Guy Gilboa-Dalal, an Israeli man who says he was sexually abused while held hostage in Gaza, is speaking out to highlight sexual abuse in conflict zones

The Independent UK

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From its deep roots in ancient India, yoga has become truly universal: Guterres

The United Nations celebrated the International Day of Yoga with a focus on healthy aging. UN chief Antonio Guterres emphasised yoga's universal benefits for millions across faiths. India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, spoke of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for yoga as a global movement for…

The Economic Times

Ebola cases increase almost 40% in week as death toll passes 200

An Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed over 200 lives. This is the worst outbreak at this stage, with thousands of potential contacts. The situation is difficult due to insecurity and funding delays. Efforts are underway to control the spread and develop treatments. Contact tracing is a major…

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: There are many questions about the peace deal. Here are (some) answers.

US-Iran deal: A new agreement between the United States and Tehran aims to end the war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. Sanctions on Iran will be eased, and nuclear talks will restart. A 60-day deadline is set for these crucial steps. However, many significant issues from the recent…

The Economic Times

Vance delays trip to Switzerland to lead new US talks with Iran on its nuclear program

The White House says Vice President JD Vance is delaying a trip to Switzerland to lead a new round of negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program — raising questions about what's next for the tentative agreement to end the war

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White House postpones sending Vance to Switzerland for talks with Iran negotiators

The White House says Vice President JD Vance isn't leaving Thursday for Switzerland to lead a new round of talks with Iran about its nuclear program, citing difficult logistics for negotiations meant to add details to an agreement signed by President Donald Trump a day ago

AAP

UN reports record violations of children in conflict, with government forces the main perpetrators

A new United Nations report says nearly 25,000 children caught in conflict were victims of a record number of violations last year, including killings, rape and recruitment to fight

The Independent UK

Norway, Australia warn of looming RSF attacks in Sudan

Rapid Support Forces fighters are approaching the central Sudanese city of al-Obeid, dozens of countries have warned at the United Nations Human Rights Council.

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US lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials

The U.S. lifted its blockade of Iran, and oil tankers began freely moving through the Strait of Hormuz after months of being unable to use the critical channel

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Trump envoy tells lawmakers Iran will invite UN nuclear watchdog to inspect its nuclear sites

Iran will invite the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog agency to inspect its nuclear sites and begin work on identifying and uncovering the locations of Tehran's enriched material

France 24

US forces lift Iran ports blockade as uncertainty clouds planned Switzerland talks

The US lifted its blockade of Iranian ports on Thursday after US President Donald Trump and Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim peace deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran. But uncertainty surrounded Friday's planned talks in Switzerland as both sides prepared for negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear programme.

The Independent UK

There are many questions about the Iran deal. Here are (some) answers.

The agreement struck between the United States and Iran aims to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ease sanctions on the Islamic Republic and relaunch nuclear talks with a 60-day deadline

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Bangkok Post

Renewing international law's promise

Recently, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a conference on international law in Bangkok to provide a space for a young generation of lawyers. It was a timely reminder that, even though the international system is fragile, Thailand should engage actively with what remains of it. There are also new…

The Guardian - UK

Barbados prime minister announces manifesto for slavery reparations

Updated document, which emphasises harm done to African women, is being considered by other Caribbean countries

The Economic Times

What sanctions are there on Iran and will they be lifted?

Iran's oil sales may see a waiver under a new interim deal. However, the country remains under a complex network of international sanctions. These restrictions, imposed by the UN, US, and EU, target Iran's nuclear program, rights record, and regional support. Sanctions have been in place for decades, impacting trade…

International Business Times UK

'One Meal a Day': UN Slams Brutal US Fuel Blockade Pushing 40% of Cubans into Immediate Starvation

Cuba faces a deepening humanitarian crisis, with US sanctions and fuel shortages exacerbating food insecurity and healthcare challenges.

The Conversation

Refugee numbers dropped in 2025 – but aid cuts and others trends suggest little to celebrate

There was surprisingly good news when the United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR, released its latest report on June 10: The number of displaced people in the world fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade.

The Times of India

How Israel seized 1,000 sq km in two years, its biggest territorial expansion in decades

Israel has significantly expanded its military-held territory in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria since October 2023, encompassing approximately 1,000 square kilometers. This move, described as creating "buffer zones," has displaced millions and raises concerns about permanence, despite not being recognized as new borders. This marks its biggest expansion of its militarily-held…

The Independent UK

Israel seized more land from neighbors since 2023 than it has in decades

Over the past two and a half years, Israel has taken control of swaths of Gaza, Lebanon and Syria that amount to its largest expansion of militarily occupied lands in decades

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