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UN Security Council adopts resolution urging humanitarian pauses in Gaza
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The resolution received support from twelve states during the session held on Wednesday, while the United States, Russia, and the United Kingdom chose to abstain from the vote.
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UN Human Rights chief alarmed by abuses against Afghans forced to leave Pa
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Pakistan ordered undocumented foreigners, including Afghans residing in Pakistan, to leave the country by a deadline of 1 November this year. Between 15 September and 11 November, over 327,000 people have arrived in Afghanistan from Pakistan, many compelled to leave out of fear of arrest.
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Spirit of Diwali transcends cultural boundaries: UNGA President
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Highlighting the importance of Diwali, United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis has said that the festival transcends cultural boundaries and serves as a universal inspiration in our collective pursuit.
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Belize cuts diplomatic ties with Israel as pressure for Gaza ceasefire mou
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Israel's refusal to implement a ceasefire in Gaza has resulted in the government of Belize suspending diplomatic ties with the US-backed state. Belize adds to the list of Western Hemisphere countries voicing their frustration over Israel's war conduct throughout the conflict in Gaza, CNN
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"Guterres does not deserve to lead United Nations": Israeli Foreign Minist
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
"(UN Secretary-General Antonio) Guterres does not deserve to lead the United Nations. Guterres did not promote any peace process in the region...Guterres, like all the free nations, should say clearly and loudly: 'Free Gaza from Hamas," Cohen said at a press conference at the UN in Geneva
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"Only one hospital in functioning northern Gaza": UN
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Amid intense Israeli strikes near and at medical facilities, the United Nations has expressed concern over the fact that only one hospital is functioning in northern Gaza, CNN reported on Tuesday.
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At least 102 UN staff members killed in Gaza since Israel-Hamas war began:
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
At least 102 United Nations staff members have been killed in Gaza since the conflict between Hamas and Israel started.
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Canada Police release surveillance footage of Indian-origin 'gangster' kil
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The Edmonton Police on Sunday (local time) released surveillance footage and a photograph of a vehicle and two suspects and expressed hope that it could help bring in new information in connection with shooting on November 9 at 12 noon.
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UAE renews its support for the goals and programs of UNESCO during COP28
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, UAE's Minister of Culture and Youth, called on member states of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to join the efforts of the UAE and its friends in leading climate change to save the planet.
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Mansour bin Zayed participates in Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Leaders of Arab and Islamic countries, their heads of government and representatives participated in the summit in the presence of Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States; Hissein Brahim Taha, Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC); along
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COP28 aims to bolster climate action, reinforcing Paris Agreement as a glo
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The unprecedented heatwaves that hit different parts of the world in July and August of last year caused widespread disruptions in many countries, leading to forest fires, water and food shortages, and hurricanes that killed thousands of people.
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ILO endorses establishment of Global Coalition for Social Justice
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The International Labour Organisation's (ILO) Governing Body concluded its 349th Session with several key decisions, including endorsing the establishment of a Global Coalition for Social Justice.
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