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Doctor from Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital dies in Israeli prison

Groups advocating for Palestinian prisoners say Adnan al-Bursh, head of orthopaedics, died as a ‘result of torture’.

Al Jazeera · May 3, 2024

Trust deficit at the heart of India’s electronic voting debate

As voters in more than 80 constituencies were casting their ballots on April 26 in the second phase of India’s mammoth general election, the country’s Supreme Court issued a critical ruling on the electoral voting system. Rejecting a petition filed by an NGO, the court ruled that India needs to…

France 24 · May 3, 2024

Australian government weighs supporting Palestine to become full UN member as draft resolution revealed

Exclusive: Intense negotiations under way as Penny Wong backs two-state solution after meeting Germany’s Annalena Baerbock

The Guardian - AU · May 3, 2024

Hamas Considering Latest Gaza Truce Offer In 'Positive Spirit'

Hamas says it is considering in a "positive spirit" a Gaza truce deal, while the UN warned rebuilding the devastated Palestinian territory would require efforts not seen since World War II. After months of stop-start negotiations, Hamas has sounded an optimistic tone about the latest hostages-for-ceasefire proposal, raising hopes an…

International Business Times · May 3, 2024

India slams Pakistan in UNGA, says it harbours most dubious track record on all aspects

India's UN envoy criticizes Pakistan's remarks, emphasizes importance of peace, respect, and unity in global discussions.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

Turkey’s Israel trade freeze aimed at forcing Gaza truce, Erdogan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday said Turkey's move to halt trade with Israel was aimed at forcing the country to a ceasefire over Gaza and increasing the amount of humanitarian aid entering the besieged enclave. Erdogan's words came after the UN humanitarian office said that an Israeli military offensive…

France 24 · May 3, 2024

Violent attacks against environmental journalists on the rise, report finds

Unesco joint research dating back 15 years found violence and intimidation against about 750 reporters and 44 murders

The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2024

Tens Of Thousands Protest Against Georgia 'Foreign Influence' Bill

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in Georgia on Thursday in a fresh night of protests against a "foreign influence" bill likened to Russian laws silencing dissent.

International Business Times · May 2, 2024

Gaza will need largest post-war reconstruction effort since 1945, UN says

UN Development Programme official estimates post-war reconstruction will cost between $40-50bn.

Al Jazeera · May 2, 2024

Morning Mail: housing crisis to worsen, ads to tackle misogyny, Stella winner announced

Government expert council warns on supply shortfall in first state of the market report; parents to urged to check children’s online viewing habits

The Guardian - AU · May 2, 2024