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Nikki Haley says JD Vance’s ‘childless cat ladies’ slur is ‘not helpful’

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The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2024

More Civilians Killed Hours After Sudan Rejects UN Experts' Report

Shelling killed at least 21 people at a market in southeast Sudan Sunday, a day after the country's rulers rejected a call by UN experts for an independent force to protect civilians from the devastating civil war.

International Business Times · Sep 8, 2024

Abdelmadjid Tebboune Wins Second Term In Algeria Election

Abdelmadjid Tebboune secures second term in Algeria's presidential election, signaling continuity and progress in the nation's political landscape.

Funeral For Slain Athlete Cheptegei In Uganda On Sept 14

The funeral for Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who died in Kenya after being set on fire by her boyfriend, will be held on September 14 in her home country, organisers said Sunday.

International Business Times · Sep 8, 2024

Sudan rejects UN's call for 'impartial' force to protect civilians

Sudan has rejected a call by United Nations experts for the deployment of an "independent and impartial force" to protect millions of civilians driven from their homes by more than a year of war.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2024

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Edmundo González Seeks Asylum In Spain

Former Venezuelan presidential candidate Edmundo González seeks asylum in Spain amid political unrest and disputed election results.

Sudan Crisis: Over 20,000 Dead, Urgent Call For Peace

Learn about the ongoing conflict in Sudan, with over 20,000 deaths, 13 million displaced, and urgent need for international aid.

Paris seeks Unesco cultural heritage status for iconic zinc rooftops

The French culture ministry wants to etch the unique zinc-plated rooftops of Paris and their workers in the Unesco list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Though iconic, the roofs are often criticised for their unsuitability for hot temperatures brought on by climate change.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2024

Gunman Kills Three Israelis At West Bank Crossing As Gaza War Rages

A truck driver shot dead three Israeli guards at a border crossing between the occupied West Bank and Jordan before he was 'eliminated,' Israel's military said, as it continued to pound Gaza.

International Business Times · Sep 8, 2024

Under Pressure, UN Winds Down 'Unique' Iraq Probe Into IS Crimes

The head of a United Nations body investigating crimes by the Islamic State group in Iraq expressed regret over "misunderstandings" that led to the premature end of its crucial mission, at Baghdad's request.

International Business Times · Sep 8, 2024

The Observer view on Afghanistan: Britain and the US are complicit in the Taliban’s oppression of women

Despite the regime withdrawing even the most basic human rights of women and girls, liberal democracies have failed to take action

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2024

East Timor looks to the pope's visit as a reward after 20 years of fragile stability

East Timor is in a festive mood as it prepares for the arrival of Pope Francis on his first trip to the deeply Catholic country, hard on the heels of the 25th anniversary of the referendum on independence from Indonesia

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2024

Israeli attacks kill over a dozen people as war on Gaza enters 12th month

More than a dozen Palestinians killed as all of Gaza has been under relentless Israeli strikes since the morning.

Al Jazeera · Sep 7, 2024

German official says Rwanda deportation plan using UK facilities considered

German official proposes sending asylum seekers to facilities in Rwanda funded by the UK.

Al Jazeera · Sep 7, 2024

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International Business Times · Sep 7, 2024

US, United Nations Call For Investigation Into Killing Of American Citizen In West Bank Protest

Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, 26, was shot dead on Friday when Israeli troops said they fired on demonstrators

Latin Times · Sep 7, 2024

Commander of Kenya's mission to Haiti recognizes shortcomings but says forces will defeat gangs

Godfrey Otunge said that once additional personnel from other countries arrive in Haiti the mission will be better positioned to achieve its goals

The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2024

Calls for probe into ‘deeply disturbing’ killing of US-Turkish woman in occupied West Bank

UN and United States call for investigation into fatal shooting of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi by Israeli forces

The Guardian - AU · Sep 7, 2024

Israel-Gaza war: US and UK spy chiefs ‘working ceaselessly’ for ceasefire deal – as it happened

MI6 chief and CIA director said the two agencies have ‘exploited our intelligence channels to push hard for restraint and de-escalation’

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International Business Times · Sep 7, 2024

Visiting Papua New Guinea, Pope Says Natural Resources Must Benefit All

Pope Francis visited Papua New Guinea Saturday, where he called for vast natural resources to benefit the "entire community" -- a politically charged demand in a nation where many believe their riches are being stolen or squandered.

The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2024

Gaza enters its 2nd school year without schooling. The cost could be heavy for kids' futures

Palestinian children in Gaza are now entering their second school year with no chance of going to school

The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2024

Proposed resolution asks UN to plan for UN peacekeepers to replace Kenya-led police mission in Haiti

The United States and Ecuador circulated a draft resolution asking the United Nations to begin planning for a U.N. peacekeeping operation to replace the Kenya-led mission now in the Caribbean nation helping police to quell gang violence

International Business Times · Sep 7, 2024

Pope Tells Papua New Guinea Leaders Natural Resources Must Benefit All

Pope Francis told Papua New Guinea's leaders Saturday that vast natural resources must benefit the "entire community", a politically charged call in a nation where many believe riches are being squandered or stolen.

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2024

UN investigator accuses Israel of a 'starvation campaign' in Gaza that Netanyahu denies

The U.N. independent investigator on the right to food accused Israel of carrying out a “starvation campaign” against Palestinians in Gaza

International Business Times · Sep 6, 2024

American Shot Dead At West Bank Demo Where Israeli Forces Opened Fire

A Turkish-American woman was shot dead Friday while demonstrating against Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank town of Beita, where the army acknowledged opening fire.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2024

Peacekeepers needed to end ‘harrowing’ abuses in Sudan, say UN experts

Government and paramilitary forces responsible for rape, violence and torture, according to civilian interviews

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