1.4B of world’s children missing out on basic social protection
Fewer than 1 in 10 children in low-income countries have access to child benefits, leaving them vulnerable to disease, education gaps and poverty
US, UK have conducted 403 airstrikes on Yemen since January
86 airstrikes carried out in past week, says Houthi spokesperson Dhaifallah al-Shami
African Union leader calls for Palestinian statehood
African Union demands swift global response to Israeli assaults on Gaza, advocating for Palestinian statehood.
UN chief warns climate chaos, food crises threaten global peace
From war-torn Syria to Gaza, millions face hunger due to climate change and conflict. UN calls for urgent action.
Deaths including children in Israeli, Lebanese border over Gaza
Civilian casualties and the death of a Hezbollah fighter mark the aftermath of Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
International pressure grows against Israeli Assault on Rafah
Truce talks in Cairo concluded without a clear resolution on Tuesday, raising concerns among the densely populated Rafah residents that an Israeli attack could be imminent
Sudan army no shows, leads to collapse of Manama talks
Sudan army’s second in command Kabashi did not attend the last planned meeting leading to the collapse of Manama talks.
UNRWA faces impending halt to operations in Gaza
Suspension of funding from certain countries leaves UN agency on brink of closure in enclave, says its European representative
Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo “positive”
‘Consultations will continue over next 3 days,’ Al Qahera News channel says, citing well-placed source
UN backs Senegalese right to peaceful protest amid election unrest
UN and US voice concern over Senegal’s crisis, calling for peaceful resolution and swift elections.
South Africa urges ICJ to stop Israel’s Rafah offensive
South Africa urges the UN court to act against Israel’s Rafah offensive in Gaza, fearing large-scale harm and destruction.
UN hopeful about preventing Israeli ‘all-out offensive’ in Rafah
Possible Israeli assault ‘would have devastating consequences,’ Antonio Guterres warns
Biden and Jordanian king warn Israeli about invasion of Rafah
The president appeared alongside an Arab leader at the White House for the first time since the Israel invasion began.
ICC to probe Israel’s strike in Rafah with ‘utmost urgency’
Chief prosecutor emphasizes accountability for Israeli actions in Gaza, warning against violations of international law.
Spain captures record cocaine stash from Suriname
Spain intercepts a record cocaine shipment of 8 tonnes found hidden in container, three suspects arrested.
UK’s Rwanda deportation plan unjust — watchdog
UK government’s Rwanda deportation plan faces legal hurdles and human rights concerns, raising questions about its legality and ethics.
164 Palestinians killed in Gaza in last 24 hours
67,984 Palestinians also injured in Israeli attacks since Oct. 7, says Health Ministry
Egypt warns Israel against ground invasion of Rafah
Israeli army approves plan for ground offensive in Rafah, according to Israeli media
Iraq, US meet to end mission of international coalition
Timetable for gradual reduction will be formulated, leading to conclusion of US-led coalition’s mission, says Iraqi Armed Forces
Houthis report 3 new US, UK airstrikes against Yemen
Airstrikes targeted As-Salif district in Hodeidah province
Turkey rescues 92 irregular migrants in Aegean Sea
Migrants pushed back by Greek authorities into Turkish territorial waters, says Turkish Coast Guard
117 killed in Gaza in past 24 hours, death toll reaches over 28,000
67,611 others also injured in Israeli attacks since Oct. 7, says Health Ministry
Red Crescent loses contact with teams in Khan Younis
Humanitarian medical group says Israeli army’s attacks on hospital enters day 19
India declares curfew in Haldwani after mosque demolition
Indefinite curfew in Haldwani, India, as clashes over religious structures result in fatalities and injuries.
Russia deploys military satellite into space
Russia reports the successful deployment of a new military satellite into orbit, highlighting stable communication and normal onboard systems.
UN: 10 pct of Gaza’s children malnourished due to Israel’s war
Gaza’s struggle deepens as UN data highlights a 16.2 percent malnutrition rate in northern areas, emphasizing the human cost of Israel’s war.
Meta bans Facebook, Instagram accounts of Iran’s Ayatollah
‘We have removed these accounts for repeatedly violating our Dangerous Organizations and Individuals policy,’ says social media giant