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Europe 

Ukraine: Investigators find Russia committed war crimes by targeting civilians

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In its latest report, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, noted that attacks on power plants have intensified “once again” across Ukraine, where temperatures plunged to -21°C last winter. “The scariest thing was to fall asleep and not to wake up; it was like torture to be scared of dying from cold,” said one 53-year-old man cited in the report,… Read More
Africa 

Displaced families in Yemen live in dire humanitarian situation

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Hundreds of displaced families from Yemen’s Taiz and Lahj governorates are living in camps in Aden amid difficult living conditions and a continuing need for humanitarian assistance following a major Houthi offensive that started in September. In the Ras Imran area of Al-Buraiqeh district, the Al-Firdaws 1 and Al-Firdaws 2 camps contain approximately 850 tents sheltering displaced families. Many families… Read More
Africa 

Dakar prepares to host the 2026, Youth Olympics Africa’s first Olympic event

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With just days to go, construction crews across Dakar are working around the clock preparing to welcome one of the biggest international events the city has ever hosted. The Senegalese capital will be hosting Africa’s first Olympic event when the Youth Olympics begin on October 31. The Games will run until November 13 and will bring together about 2,700 young… Read More
Pacific 

Nepal PM urges climate justice after ‘Himalayan tsunami’ devastates country

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Addressing the general debate of the Assembly’s 81st session, Mr. Shah said the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli disaster four weeks earlier in northern Nepal had swept through mountain communities with a ferocity described as a “Himalayan Tsunami”. More than 6,000 people remain missing and damage is estimated at around 10 per cent of Nepal’s gross domestic product (GDP). “The Bhotekoshi-Trishuli disaster was not… Read More
Pacific 

Tuvalu urges decisive global action as rising seas threaten its future

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“For Tuvalu, sea-level rise is not a future threat, it is a present reality,” he said, describing efforts by the Pacific island nation to protect both its physical territory and its identity as the climate crisis transforms its environment. Mr. Teo said Tuvalu had already reclaimed 15.3 hectares of elevated, flood-free land on the capital island of Funafuti through its… Read More
Africa 

Human rights activists condemn alleged abduction of Tanzanian govt critic

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A day after a Tanzanian dissident, and former opposition official, Twaha Mwaipaya, was abducted in Kenya , Human rights activists have come out to condemn the alleged abduction. Tanzania’s government, which has cracked down heavily on the opposition, has been accused of attempting to abduct dissidents who have taken refuge in neighbouring Kenya. “Kenya is not safe for Kenyans, it’s… Read More
Africa 

France: crowds fill Marseille’s Old Port in anti-racism protest

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Last updated: 2 hours ago Called by an anti-racism coalition, trade unions and local groups, the demonstration saw protesters carrying placards condemning racial hatred. The rally came three days after a gunman opened fire on passers-by in Trappes and neighbouring La Verrière, south-west of Paris, killing 26-year-old amateur MMA fighter Pengo Bossio Wangi and injuring five others. Among the wounded… Read More
Human Rights 

World News in Brief: ‘Horrific’ attack in Sudan, Israeli incursions in Syria intensify, most women and girls homeless in Gaza

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Fighting in the region has escalated in the last few months as clashes have intensified between the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Government. Border battle  They are fighting over strategic towns and bases near the Ethiopian border, as part of the broader battle for control of Sudan that has been ongoing since April 2023.  In recent weeks,… Read More
Africa 

DR Congo Ebola emergency: Calls grow for urgent humanitarian access

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The latest alert follows reports of security incidents since 20 September linked to an uptick in families fleeing Kigonze displacement camp in Bunia, northeast Ituri province. According to reports, soldiers entered the site searching for weapons and people suspected of belonging to non-State armed groups. Gunshots were also heard.  8,000 infections and counting The developments come as the number of… Read More
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