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Sudan’s top general makes first video address since conflict as death toll passes 400

‘We are confident that we will overcome this ordeal...’

The Independent UK

‘Massacre of the Hungry’ in Sanaa Leaves More than 200 Dead, Wounded

Medical sources in Sanaa reported that more than 200 people were killed and wounded in what has come to be called the “massacre of the hungry”. The stampede tragedy occurred when hundreds of people in the poverty-hit country had gathered at a school in the capital Sanaa to receive cash…

Asharq Al-Awsat

EAM Jaishankar discusses Sudan situation with UN chief Guterres

UNITED NATIONS: External affairs minister S Jaishankar has discussed the worsening situation in Sudan with UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres and underscored the need for “successful diplomacy,” which can lead to an early ceasefire and create the ground situation for the safety and welfare of people in the strife-torn African nation.

The Times of India

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Nato ‘confident’ Kyiv can retake territory in new offensive; Moscow issues warrant for Ukrainian spy chief – as it happened

Jens Stoltenberg says Ukraine will be able to retake more land; Kyrylo Budanov accused of ‘terrorist attacks’ and arms smuggling

The Guardian - AU

Activists mark Earth Day as scientists warn of more extreme weather

Volunteers in dozens of countries were set to plant trees, clean up trash and urge governments to do more to combat climate change to mark Earth Day, as scientists warn of more extreme weather and record temperatures this year.

Reuters

World Earth Day! Dia Mirza: My mission is to bridge the knowledge gap between experts in climate science and those who don't have access to vital information - Exclusive

Dia Mirza is an environmental advocate who also deservedly holds the position of UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador and United Nations Secretary-General’s Advocate for Sustainable Development Goals. She is also the voice of environmental and wildlife conservation in India. As an actor, Dia believes that the creative arts, cinema documentaries and…

The Times of India

NATO chief is ‘confident’ about Ukraine’s fresh offensive

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday he is "confident" that Ukraine is ready to make territorial gains against Russia, as Ukrainian armed forces prepare for a new offensive. Stoltenberg spoke from Ramstein Air Base in Germany, where 50 countries attended a meeting hosted by the United States on Friday…

France 24

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‘It’s a 2-way race’: Rep. Massie says congressional support coming to DeSantis

WASHINGTON — Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie, an early endorser of Ron DeSantis’ undeclared presidential candidacy, said more congressional support for the Florida governor would be forthcoming, framing the 2024 Republican primary as a “2-way race.”

McClatchy Washington Bureau

Little let-up in Khartoum fighting despite Sudan truce declaration

Sporadic shelling rang out late on Friday in Sudan's capital even though warring factions announced a truce, while one force said it was willing to allow airports to reopen for the evacuation of foreign nationals.

Reuters

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy addresses Mexican congress, denounces critics

Ukrainian president slammed politicians who seek ‘some sort of populism’ by dismissing his country’s pursuit of peace.

Al Jazeera

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Biden aims to unveil China investment curbs with G-7 backing

Tribune News Service

Global balance of population and power is shifting

Europe is shrinking, Africa is growing and India is passing China.

Axios

Ukraine's Zelenskiy urges Mexico to help deliver his peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday urged Mexico to help make the case in Latin America for his peace plan for Ukraine, even as tensions persist within the country's ruling party about offering support to Kyiv.

Reuters

Countries call for Eid ceasefire in Sudan as fighting continues

All parties, including Ethiopia, South Sudan and US say it’s time to stop fighting that has forced thousands to flee.

Al Jazeera

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The Guardian - UK

Uganda’s president refuses to sign new hardline anti-LGBTQ+ bill

Yoweri Museveni sends bill imposing death penalty for homosexuality back to parliament for reconsideration

Reuters

Sudan's army chief Burhan receives calls from Arab and U.S. officials amid Eid truce efforts

Sudan's army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan received separate phone calls on Thursday from the United States, Saudi and Qatari foreign ministers, also from the Turkish president and the Egyptian intelligence chief, an army statement reported.

The Independent UK

Why Sudan's conflict matters to the rest of the world

Fighting in Sudan between forces loyal to two top generals has put Africa’s third-largest country at risk of collapse and could have consequences far beyond its borders

Newsroom.co.nz

UK Foreign Secretary coordinates war response from NZ situation room

New Zealand has an indirect but potentially significant strategic and political interest in Sudan’s unfolding conflict, as its oil tankers pass through the Red Sea. Jonathan Milne reports.

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Tribune News Service

Sudan’s growing conflict sparks race to evacuate foreigners

Japan, Germany and other nations are struggling to evacuate their citizens from Sudan amid fighting between the army and a paramilitary group, while water, health care and other services are becoming increasingly hard to access.

Reuters

Taliban recognition not a focus of Afghanistan meeting, says UN

A U.N.-convened meeting on Afghanistan next month will not focus on the possible international recognition of the Taliban administration, a U.N. spokesperson stressed on Thursday after comments by the deputy U.N. chief sparked concern and confusion.

Reuters

U.N. chief calls for three-day Eid truce in Sudan

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed on Thursday for a three-day ceasefire in Sudan over the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr to allow trapped civilians to escape to seek medical treatment, food and other essential supplies.

Reuters

Russia's Lavrov says almost nothing done to address grain deal concerns

Almost nothing has been done to address Russia's concerns over the Black Sea grain deal, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday, the latest in a series of downbeat comments by top Moscow officials about the pact that enabled Ukraine to resume exports.

Newsroom.co.nz

Government considers funding child UN complainants

Advocates for children's rights say access to legal aid and beefed-up systems back home are necessary to make new UN obligations anything more than a tick-box exercise

France 24

Sudan's military rules out negotiations with rival paramilitary force

Sudan's military ruled out negotiations with a rival paramilitary force on Thursday, saying it would only accept its surrender as the two sides continued to battle in central Khartoum and other parts of the country, threatening to wreck international attempts to broker a longer cease-fire.

Al Jazeera

Millions close to hunger after WFP cuts food aid to Afghanistan

Six million Afghans, the UN agency warns, are one step away from famine as it appeals for more funds for Afghanistan.

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