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Soldiers walk among debris as civilians evacuate Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine.
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United States will not participate as a co-sponsor for the United Nations resolution supporting Ukraine

The United States has declined to co-sponsor a proposed U.N. resolution commemorating three years since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, which supports Kyiv’s territorial integrity and denounces Russian aggression, according to three diplomatic sources who spoke to Reuters. This decision may indicate a significant shift in the stance of Ukraine’s most influential Western ally. This development seems to reflect a growing divide between Ukrainian President Volodymyr … Continue reading United States will not participate as a co-sponsor for the United Nations resolution supporting Ukraine

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Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, deputy prime minister for economic affairs, Afghanistan.
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UNSC Approves 23-Day Travel Exemption for Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

The United Nations Security Council sanctions committee has granted a 23-day travel exemption to Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, who serves as the deputy prime minister for economic affairs. According to the committee’s announcement, this exemption is intended for Baradar’s travel to Doha for medical treatment. The Security Council’s announcement specifies that the exemption is issued under resolution 1988 and is effective from February 9 to … Continue reading UNSC Approves 23-Day Travel Exemption for Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

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Kabul continues to support the Pakistani Taliban, a recent UN report states

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), commonly referred to as the Pakistani Taliban, has intensified its assaults within Pakistan, receiving ongoing financial and logistical backing from Kabul, according to a recent United Nations (UN) report. This information was highlighted in the 35th report from the UN’s Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, dated February 6, which was presented to the UN Security Council. This expert panel, established … Continue reading Kabul continues to support the Pakistani Taliban, a recent UN report states

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A downed Russian Molniya "Lightning" drone is seen, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline in Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine.
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Drones are now the leading cause of civilian deaths in the Ukraine conflict, says a UN report

Short-range aerial drones emerged as the leading cause of civilian casualties in Ukraine during January, according to a report from the U.N. monitoring mission released on Tuesday. This underscores the significant increase in drone usage over the three years of conflict with Russia. The mission reported that at least 139 civilians lost their lives and 738 were injured in January 2025, with short-range drones responsible … Continue reading Drones are now the leading cause of civilian deaths in the Ukraine conflict, says a UN report

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Trump’s rapport with European allies has become increasingly complex

For a fortnight, America’s allies remained silent. Since his inauguration, President Donald Trump had received a continuous flow of positive remarks—and minimal criticism—from leaders in Europe and the Anglosphere, who may have privately taken issue with the tumult and bravado he brought to the presidency. However, this temporary harmony was destined to break, and it did so dramatically this week when Trump proposed one of … Continue reading Trump’s rapport with European allies has become increasingly complex

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A displaced woman sits outside at a school turned into a shelter, in Port Sudan, Sudan.
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Over one million people have sought refuge in South Sudan due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan, according to the UN

Over one million individuals have escaped the conflict in Sudan, seeking safety in neighboring South Sudan, as reported by the United Nations. In its most recent update regarding one of the most severe displacement crises globally, the UN released new figures on Tuesday indicating that over 770,000 people have crossed through the Joda border point on South Sudan’s northern frontier with Sudan in the past … Continue reading Over one million people have sought refuge in South Sudan due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan, according to the UN

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Palestinians walk among the rubble of houses destroyed in previous Israeli strikes, amid ceasefire negotiations with Israel, in Gaza City.
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Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, but residents reported continued airstrikes on Gaza

Israel escalated its airstrikes on Gaza just hours after a ceasefire and hostage release agreement was announced, according to local residents and authorities in the Palestinian territory. Mediators are working to prevent further violence as the truce is set to begin on Sunday. The intricate ceasefire arrangement between Israel and Hamas, the governing body in Gaza, was reached on Wednesday following extensive negotiations led by … Continue reading Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, but residents reported continued airstrikes on Gaza

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Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a tent camp for displaced people, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Deir Al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip.
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UN is laying the groundwork for increased aid to Gaza during the ceasefire, despite facing major challenges

The United Nations announced on Tuesday that it is actively preparing to enhance humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip in anticipation of a possible ceasefire. However, challenges related to border access and security within the region continue to pose significant hurdles. Negotiators in Qatar are finalizing the terms of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with both mediators and the involved parties indicating that an … Continue reading UN is laying the groundwork for increased aid to Gaza during the ceasefire, despite facing major challenges

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Israel's Ambassador Danny Danon addresses the UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza, at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S.
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Israel has accused Hezbollah at the UN of trying to rebuild its capabilities with Iran’s help

Lebanon’s Hezbollah is actively seeking to restore its strength and rearm with support from Iran, as stated by Israel‘s U.N. ambassador during a Security Council meeting on Monday. He emphasized that the group continues to pose a significant threat to both Israel and regional stability. Recent U.S. intelligence, reported by Reuters, indicated that Hezbollah, backed by Iran, is likely to attempt to rebuild its military … Continue reading Israel has accused Hezbollah at the UN of trying to rebuild its capabilities with Iran’s help

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Six European Union countries advocate for a temporary easing of sanctions on Syria

Six European Union member states have urged the bloc to temporarily lift sanctions on Syria in sectors such as transport, energy, and banking. EU foreign ministers are scheduled to deliberate on the potential easing of sanctions against Syria during a meeting in Brussels on January 27. European leaders have begun to reevaluate their stance towards Damascus following the removal of President Bashar al-Assad by insurgent … Continue reading Six European Union countries advocate for a temporary easing of sanctions on Syria

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