Israel has killed nearly 9,000 women in Gaza
On March 8, world will celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’
Haiti extends nighttime curfew, state of emergency
Government extends measures in Port-au-Prince for 1 month amid wave of gang violence
ICC shows double standard on Palestine — human rights monitor
Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor accuses the International Criminal Court prosecutor of neglecting Palestinian rights and urges an investigation into Israel’s actions in Gaza.
Civilian casualties prompt evacuation of ship in Houthi Red Sea attacks
The Barbados-flagged True Confidence, operated by a Greek company, was targeted by a missile about 50 nautical miles off the southern Yemeni port of Aden
Haiti gang leader warns of ‘genocide’ if PM returns
The gang leader behind an armed uprising in Haiti while Prime Minister Ariel Henry is out of the country has said there will be a civil war if Henry returns.
Canadian court bans protests at Jewish institutions in Montreal
Ban comes after protests led to clashes between groups
South Africa urges ICJ action on Israel’s Gaza onslaught
South Africa has submitted a second plea to the International Court of Justice, urging emergency measures to address the “widespread starvation” caused by Israel’s Gaza offensive.
Israeli strikes burned 60K Lebanese olive trees — Beirut
Lebanon alleges Israel’s use of banned weapons in devastating daily airstrikes, burning 60,000 olive trees and causing an environmental crisis.
Russia: Nuclear facilities in Northern Europe will be ‘legitimate target...
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova says such objects would be source of direct threat to Russia
Yemen’s Houthis report fresh US-UK airstrikes amid Red Sea tensions
Airstrikes target Houthi sites in Al Hudaydah province
Turkey, Somalia forge energy partnership in high-level talks
Turkish Energy Minister Bayraktar and Somalia’s Minister Mohamed discussed enhancing bilateral energy cooperation during a meeting in Ankara.
Israel to allow Al-Aqsa entry for Muslims
Israel pledges unchanged access for Muslim worshipers at Al-Aqsa during the first week of Ramadan, with weekly security assessments influencing future decisions.
Biden pressures Hamas for Gaza ceasefire before Ramadan
As Gaza faces famine, Biden pressures Hamas for a truce by Ramadan in prolonged talks.
UK premier’s Rwanda plan suffers another defeat in House of Lords
Upper House passes number of amendments that would make it harder for House of Commons to declare Rwanda a ‘safe’ country
Gangs in Haiti try to seize control of main airport
Attack occurs hours after armed men storm 2 major prisons where more than 3,800 inmates escaped
Israel’s ‘weapon of starvation’ kills 16 children in Gaza
Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza witnesses high infant mortality rate due to malnutrition and dehydration
Gaza faces starvation crisis, child deaths soar — WHO
Heartbreaking scenes unfold as WHO reveals children dying of starvation in aid-deprived northern Gaza hospitals.
Haiti declares state of emergency after prison break
Haiti’s capital shuts down as gangs rampage after a prison break. Residents flee for safety, raising concerns for basic needs.
US targets Zimbabwe leaders in sanctions shift
The US targets Zimbabwe’s President and officials with sanctions over corruption and rights abuses.
Resignations rock Israeli army spokesperson’s team due to Gaza war
Israeli Channel 14 reports high-ranking resignations following Gaza conflict outcome
More than 127 killed by Israeli army in Gaza ‘flour massacre’
Army kills Palestinians desperately seeking humanitarian aid amid deepening famine
South Africa at US target over its genocide case against Israel
Economic threats and global concerns unfold as South Africa confronts US opposition in a crucial ICJ case.
Yemeni PM, Egyptian FM discuss Red Sea tensions
Red Sea crisis deepens as Yemen’s Prime Minister and Egypt’s Foreign Minister discuss regional impact and humanitarian concerns.
Berlin alleges Putin’s interference in leaked talks
Germany accuses Putin of destabilizing with leaked army talks on Taurus missiles for Ukraine amid pressure for missile supply to Kyiv.
Heavy rain in Pakistan kills over 30, shuts schools
Heavy rains battering Pakistan for days have caused severe disruptions, killing over 30 people, including children.
Israel nearing ceasefire agreement in Gaza conflict
Israel tentatively accepts a ceasefire framework in the Gaza conflict, awaiting Hamas’ response, as US relief aid operations commence amid dire humanitarian conditions.
Social media fuels surge in African migrants to US-Mexico border
Social media buzz has sparked a significant increase in African migration to the US, with Senegalese migrants using a new route through Nicaragua to reach the US-Mexico border.
