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Houthi attacks continue as US cargo ship hit in defiance of strikes on Yemen

Gibraltar Eagle vessel not seriously damaged in assault that raises some doubts over efficacy of UK-US action

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024

South Africa has made its genocide case against Israel in court. Here's what both sides said and what happens next

Following the October 7 attack by Hamas, Israeli forces have carried out sustained attacks on the Palestinian controlled territory, dividing the international community.

The Conversation · Jan 15, 2024

The Guardian view on North Korean women: a daughter’s rise does nothing to help others

Editorial: Seoul believes that Kim Jong-un sees 10-year-old Ju-ae as his successor. A female leader would be a dramatic change – but not a shift towards equality

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024

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War in the Middle East has put Lebanon on the brink of economic disaster

The recent return of violence to Lebanon derails hope that the worst of the crises that have plagued the country over the past four years have been left behind.

The Conversation · Jan 15, 2024

Republican US Presidential Contest Kicks Off In Frigid Iowa, Testing Trump

Voters kick off the US Republican presidential nomination race Monday with caucuses in freezing Iowa, the first major test of whether Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have any hope against scandal-plagued front-runner Donald Trump -- or will have to accept cold political reality.

International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024

UN Urges Global Aid Funding for Ukraine Crisis

The UN calls for international support in providing aid to Ukraine amidst the ongoing crisis, reminding the world not to forget the country's urgent needs.

Airstrikes against Houthis are not enough, says Yemeni official

Aidarus al-Zoubaidi says government ground forces must supplement air attacks and urges west to help

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024

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US election season begins as Iowa Republicans brave cold in first caucuses

Latest polls place Donald Trump as clear frontrunner for party’s nomination in first round of voting in 2024 primary

The Guardian - US · Jan 15, 2024

UN agency heads say Gaza needs more aid to arrive faster, warning of famine and disease

The heads of three major U.N. agencies are warning that Gaza urgently needs more aid or its desperate population will suffer widespread famine and disease

The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024

Conflict, climate cast shadow over Davos economic summit

The annual meeting of global leaders gets underway in the Swiss ski-resort of Davos on Monday, with the world economy facing a year of dampened growth prospects and uncertainty stemming from geopolitical unrest, tight financing conditions and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 15, 2024

First Thing: Houthi missile fired at US warship shot down as Red Sea tensions rise

US Central Command says missile from Houthi-controlled area of Yemen was launched towards USS Laboon before being shot down by fighter jets. Plus, is booing at the theatre actually a good thing?

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024

UN Seeks $4.2 Billion For Ukraine Aid In 2024

The United Nations said on Monday it needs $4.2 billion this year to provide humanitarian aid in Ukraine and help millions who have fled, urging people not to forget the war-torn country's plight as the Gaza war dominates attention.

International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024

United Nations seeks $4.2 billion to help people in Ukraine and refugees this year

The United Nations is appealing for $4.2 billion to help people in Ukraine and displaced outside the country this year

The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024

Gaza Officials Say Dozens Killed In 'Intense' Israeli Strikes

Officials in Hamas-run Gaza said on Monday dozens were killed overnight in "intense" Israeli bombardment, as the war which has sent shockwaves across the region passed the grim 100-day milestone.

International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024

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The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024

Almost 100,000 Afghan children are in dire need of support, 3 months after earthquakes, UNICEF says

UNICEF says almost 100,000 children in Afghanistan direly need support, three months after earthquakes devastated the west of the country

The Guardian - AU · Jan 15, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine says it has shot down Russian spy plane; 200 Ukrainian PoWs given lengthy sentences by Russia – as it happened

Ukraine army chief says A-50 spy plane and Il-22 command aircraft downed near Sea of Azov; some prisoners of war given life sentences by Russia

France 24 · Jan 15, 2024

World leaders to discuss conflict, climate and AI at annual Davos gathering

The Earth is heating up, as is conflict in the Middle East. The world economy and Ukraine's defense against Russia are sputtering along. Artificial intelligence could upend all our lives. The to-do list of global priorities has grown for this year’s edition of the World Economic Forum’s gabfest of business,…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024

It’s not only Israel on trial. South Africa is testing the west’s claim to moral superiority

Supporters of Palestine have long been told their position is fringe. But this case gives them legitimacy – and tests the limits of human rights, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

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Pedestrian.tv · Jan 15, 2024

Israel’s Response To South Africa’s Genocide Case At The ICJ, Explained

"Israel has the inherent right to take all legitimate measures to defend its citizens and secure the release of the hostages."

The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024

Conflict, climate change and AI get top billing as leaders converge for elite meeting in Davos

Climate, conflict, a divided world and the rise of artificial intelligence round out a to-do list of global priorities at this year’s edition the World Economic Forum’s gabfest of business, political and other elites in Davos, Switzerland

France 24 · Jan 15, 2024

UN chief Guterres calls for 'immediate humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Monday for an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire” in Gaza as the war between Israel and Hamas surpassed 100 days. Guterres was speaking hours after three UN agencies urged Israel to allow access to the port of Ashdod, north of Gaza, to increase the flow of humanitarian…

The Conversation · Jan 15, 2024

Following the Voice failure, Indigenous politicians are calling for the UN's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples to be implemented. What is it and what would it mean?

The Voice referendum was a disappointing result for many, but there is hope that much of its vision could be achieved via a different path. The Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs has presented a report to federal parliament calling for the implementation of the United…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2024

Netanyahu insists on fight until ‘total victory’ as Israel marks 100 days of war

Thousands attend 24-hour rally in Tel Aviv to call for hostages’ release as death toll in Gaza reportedly nears 24,000

Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2024

Iranian journalists jailed for covering death of a young woman after hijab arrest released from prison

The two women were jailed by the Iranian state

WEKU · Jan 14, 2024

Brutal cold adds another layer to Republicans' final push in Iowa

As the Republican presidential hopefuls have made their closing arguments in Iowa, they've also had to make another argument: to convince voters to come out Monday in dangerously cold temperatures.

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