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Blinken hails Ivory Coast fight against armed groups on West Africa tour

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 16:06
The US diplomat is on a four-nation tour after months of being occupied by the Middle East crisis.

UN expert says Gaza might already be in famine

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 15:32
People are using animal feed for food in Gaza, where one UN expert says a famine could already be happening.

Why is Israel sending Palestinian taxes to Norway?

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 15:16
Public money destined for Gaza has been frozen by Israel since November - here’s what’s happening now.

Global split evident as China’s human rights record faces UN scrutiny

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 14:57
Western states slammed Beijing's actions in Xinjiang and Hong Kong, but others said they saw progress.

Devotees rush to India’s newly inaugurated Ram temple

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 14:21
Crowds of Hindu devotees have flocked to Ayodhya's Ram temple after the controversial site was inaugurated by PM Modi.

German court cuts funding to hardline far-right party

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 14:14
The decision potentially opens the way for a similar move against the popular far-right Alternative for Germany.

Why has Belgium vowed to back the ICJ’s verdict on Gaza ‘genocide’?

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 14:07
Unlike other European nations, Belgium says it will support the international court's rulings on South Africa's case.

What are the costs of refusing to join the Israeli military?

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 14:00
While most Israelis support the war on Gaza, some refuse military service and risk their freedom to stand up.

Ethiopian regional conflict dims celebration of Orthodox epiphany

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:55
With barely 1,000 worshippers taking part in the procession, festivities have been muted this year.

Palestinian journalist Motaz Azaiza leaves Gaza

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:41
Palestinian journalist Motaz Azaiza, has left Gaza. He posted a final video from the Strip before leaving for Qatar.

Ukraine war ‘a battle of ammo’ says NATO as it agrees huge arms deal

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:33
Alliance seeks to bulk up Ukraine’s dwindling arsenal as Russia ramps up attacks.

Israeli military ‘encircles’ Khan Younis after 24 soldiers killed in Gaza

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:33
Nasser and El Amal hospitals under intense Israeli bombardment, endangering patients, staff and displaced Palestinians.

The UK cannot ignore the crisis in DRC

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:27
The British government should stop turning a blind eye to Rwanda’s support for an armed insurgency in neighbouring DRC.

Nikki Haley vs Donald Trump: Why the New Hampshire primary matters

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:21
New Hampshire could present Haley with her best chance to beat Trump by building support among unregistered voters.

Pizza, Gaza and an Israeli-made famine

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 13:12
This past week, I came across a number of images that reveal the sick scale of Israel's crimes in Gaza.

Photojournalist Motaz Azaiza evacuates from Gaza

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 12:17
His raw, unfiltered videos about the civilian impact of Israeli air strikes gained significant attention.

Supreme Court allows federal agents to cut razor wire at US-Mexico border

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 11:55
Ruling seen as win for Biden administration amid dispute with Texas over 'inhumane' fence that has injured migrants.

Russia unleashes mass air strikes on Ukraine

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 11:27
Russian missiles fall on Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing at least five people and wounding dozens.

Turkey’s parliament set to vote on Sweden’s NATO bid this week: Reports

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 09:53
Turkey endorsed Finland's membership bid in April but, along with Hungary, has kept Sweden waiting.

Iran executes 2022 protester for murder

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/23/2024 - 09:41
Human rights advocates criticise Mohammad Ghobadlou's conviction, saying he did not get a fair trial.

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