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Unauthorised Jewish settlements surge in occupied West Bank, says watchdog – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

India registered strong investment performance in 2023; headwinds in China from struggling property sector: UN

India registered strong investment performance in 2023, driven by government infrastructure projects and multinational investments, the United Nations has said while noting that investment prospects in China face “headwinds” from a struggling property sector.

The Hindu

Venice Announces New Rules, Limits Tour Groups To 25 People Among Other Restrictions

The new rules are set to come into place by June this year.

International Business Times UK

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India’s stateless babies: How lawless asylum rules leave refugees in limbo

Without a refugee law, India is an uncertain home for new waves of asylum seekers. Will the 2024 election change that?

Al Jazeera

Haley, DeSantis Turn Fire On Trump In GOP Race

Two Republicans jostling for a distant second place behind Donald Trump in their race to be party flag-bearer took potshots at the former US president on Thursday, days before the first vote in the White House nomination process.

International Business Times

UN economic forecast cites conflicts, sluggish trade, high interest and climate disasters

The United Nations has issued a somber global economic forecast for 2024, pointing to challenges from escalating conflicts, sluggish global trade, persistently high interest rates and increasing climate disasters

The Independent UK

Indian economy outperforming peers; projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024: United Nations

“India is projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024, supported by robust domestic demand and strong growth in the manufacturing and services sectors,” the United Nations has said. The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2024 report, launched on January 4, said that gross domestic product in South Asia…

The Hindu

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Israeli Defence Chief Lays Out Post-war Gaza Plan As Fighting Rages

Israel's defence minister has laid out for the first time preliminary plans for the post-war administration of Gaza, saying neither Israel nor Hamas will rule the Palestinian territory after hostilities there conclude.

International Business Times

Families in Gaza search desperately for food and water, wait in long lines for aid

Palestinians seeking refuge in southern Gaza say every day has become a desperate struggle to find food, water, medicine and working bathrooms

The Independent UK

US Secretary of State Blinken arrives in Turkey on Mideast tour focused on Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Turkey on Friday as part of a Middle East tour amid mounting fears the war in Gaza will become a larger regional conflict. Lebanon filed a complaint to the UN Security Council over Israel's suspected assassination of Hamas deputy chief Saleh al-Arouri…

France 24

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 681

Russia using North Korean missiles in ‘desperate’ defiance of UN; saboteurs set fighter jet on fire deep inside Russian territory

The Guardian - AU

Controversy swirls around Nikki Haley's remarks about Iowa caucus

In this entertaining and lively interview, Governor Chris Sununu defends Nikki Haley's controversial remarks and shares his thoughts on the presidential race.

Top News

UN tips slow and steady inflation progress in Australia

The United Nations says the world economy is in for another tough year, with Australia and other developed economies in Asia facing strong headwinds.

AAP

Global economy faces period of prolonged weakness, UN warns

Secretary general urges countries to increase investment to avoid falling behind on climate action and sustainable development

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The Independent UK

Strike kills 12 people, mostly children, in Gaza area declared safe zone by Israel

Palestinian hospital officials say an Israeli strike hit a home in an area of southern Gaza that the military had declared a safe zone, killing at least 12 people, almost all children

Evening Standard

OPINION - Israel's strike against Hamas in Lebanon poses big questions for the West

Across the Middle East, Dahiya, in south Beirut, is seen as not just a suburb. It is a synonym for Hezbollah. This is not only the movement’s stronghold, it is the headquarters of what is in Lebanon a state within a state. That an Israeli drone strike could kill the…

The Guardian - UK

Jimmy Lai lawyers file UN appeal saying there is evidence witness was tortured

Hong Kong media mogul’s team raises concerns over testimony of former democracy activist who was imprisoned in China

The Walrus

Vaclav Smil Is Fed Up with Climate Activism

The acclaimed environmental scientist is annoyed with the eco movement and shunning media—just when we need him most

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Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on the economy

GOP presidential hopefuls know that the economy is an important issue — if not the top issue — for voters. That means it's a big talker on the campaign trail and a focus area for winning votes.

The Guardian - UK

Birds of prey in Africa experiencing population collapse, study finds

Several species have vanished across swathes of the continent – and scientists say their disappearance holds unknown risks for humans

Evening Standard

Boris Johnson criticises Met Police investigation into Israel 'war crimes'

Counter-terror police have put up posters at British airports urging returning travellers to report any war crimes or crimes against humanity

The Independent UK

UN nuclear watchdog says Russia is denying access to Ukrainian power station

IAEA says it is first time it has been denied access to key parts of plant, including where reactor core and spent fuel are located

Evening Standard

Lord Cameron warns Iran-backed Houthi rebels Britain will 'act' to stop Red Sea missile attacks on ships

America, the UK and other allies have sent what amounts to a final warning to Iran-backed Houthi rebels to end their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea or face potential targeted military action

Radio France Internationale

French shipping company denies attack by Yemeni Houthis in Red Sea

The French shipping company CMA CGM said one of its container ships in the Red Sea was unharmed after Yemen’s Houthis claimed on Wednesday to have targeted it, as part of its ongoing attack of commercial shipping vessels it considers to be doing business with Israel.

The Guardian - AU

Netanyahu seeks ‘fundamental change’ on Lebanon border – as it happened

This blog has now closed. You can read our full report on the latest developments in the Middle East here and all our coverage of the Israel-Gaza war here.

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