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US proposes UN resolution calling for ‘temporary ceasefire’ in Gaza

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 20:50
The proposed resolution by Israel's chief ally also warns it not to launch an offensive in Rafah.

UN experts warn of Israeli violations against Palestinian women, girls

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 20:08
United Nations rights experts express alarm over reports of alleged human rights violations in Gaza and the West Bank.

Do half of schools ban mobile phones?

Education - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 18:47
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan made claims about mobile phones in schools and education funding.

Taliban’s conditions to attend UN meeting ‘unacceptable’, Guterres says

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 18:30
Taliban snubs an invitation to a two-day meeting of international envoys to Afghanistan in Doha.

Corporate Japan deals an unwitting blow to US East Asia policy

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 17:45
The decision by Japan's Itochu to cut ties with Israel's Elbit over Gaza will have consequences beyond Palestine.

Qatar criticises Israel’s Netanyahu over Hamas comments

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 17:43
Qatar Foreign Ministry officials accuse prime minister of seeking to prolong Israel's war on Gaza.

Israel to restrict access to Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 17:08
PM's office says Israel will impose some restrictions on access to Old City site during Islamic holy month.

Two years into Russia’s war in Ukraine, how strong is NATO’s unity?

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 17:03
War fatigue sets in across some Western capitals, but Russia remains the enemy for most ahead of a critical US election.

Palestine’s UN envoy moved to tears during ICJ hearing

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 16:21
Palestine’s UN envoy Riyad Mansour was moved to tears in his final remarks at the ICJ’s hearing.

Navalny’s widow, Yulia, vows to continue his fight for a ‘free Russia’

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 16:12
Navalnaya's message comes as Russian authorities say an investigation into Navalny's death has been extended.

Palestine demands end to Israeli occupation at ICJ hearing

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 15:33
Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki urges judges to order an end to Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories.

X faces restrictions in Pakistan amid protests over alleged vote rigging

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 15:11
The social media platform continues to remain inaccessible to users since Saturday amid protests against vote fraud.

EU launches Red Sea naval mission to protect shipping from Houthi attacks

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 14:56
The operation will send European warships and early warning systems to the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and nearby waters.

The United States must be held accountable for its ‘war on terror’ crimes

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 14:51
High-level US officials are yet to face justice for their roles in the US torture and rendition programmes.

Israeli army fires on crowds of hungry Palestinians waiting for aid

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 14:29
Palestinians risked their lives trying to get aid in Gaza City as Israeli soldiers opened fire on the starving crowd.

The foundation feeding thousands in Hebron impoverished by Israel’s war

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 14:09
The Tikkiyya Ibrahimiyya has been a Hebron institution for centuries, and is still feeding countless families.

BAFTA winner uses speech to address war in Gaza

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 13:54
The BAFTA award winner, producer of The Zone of Interest James Wilson addressed the war on Gaza.

Ukraine: Escaping the Darkness

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 13:15
In war-torn Ukraine, a family weighs the dangers of leaving their makeshift bunker for the promise of freedom outside.

Niger defaults on debt payments again as post-coup woes pile

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 13:00
The West African state's total debt default since last July's coup is now $519m.

ICJ occupation hearing: ‘Ruling could change world for Palestinians’

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/19/2024 - 12:46
A lawyer for Palestine at the ICJ hearing on Israel’s occupation says that the UN’s top court cannot remain silent.

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