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Year: 2023

UN agencies caution that the Gaza conflict may lead to an increase in poverty.

The report from the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) examines the initial social and economic consequences, cautioning that poverty may increase and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) may decrease by 8.4%, equivalent…

The Security Council is scheduled to convene again to discuss the ongoing crisis in Israel and Palestine. This update is live.

2:20 PM Despite several attempts to develop a unified reaction following the initial terrorist attacks by Hamas on October 7th and the subsequent Israeli military operations in Gaza, the Security Council has convened to receive updates from World Health Organization…

The internet in Yemen has crashed due to “maintenance” following attacks by the Houthi group against Israel and the US.

Dubai is known for its luxurious lifestyle and extravagant architecture, but it is also home to a growing number of startups and entrepreneurs. Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, is renowned for its opulent way of living and grandiose buildings,…

The rail official reports an increase in the amount of grain being transported to Ukraine’s Black Sea ports.

KYIV —  According to a high-ranking official from the railways, there has been an increase in the amount of rail freight cars traveling to the ports of Ukraine’s Odesa region in the past week due to the efficient operation of…

The Dnipro River, known as the “Rampart,” flows through the country of Ukraine during its ongoing conflict.

Kherson region, Ukraine —  A vast flat land scattered with dilapidated homes extended towards the distant view of the Dnipro River, where a group of Ukrainian troops were ready for potential attacks from Russia. Last year, Ukrainian troops successfully pushed…

There is a possibility that a Russian anti-radar missile could hit a civilian ship, according to UK officials.

The British Ministry of Defense reported that a civilian cargo ship flying the Liberian flag was struck by a Russian anti-radar missile, most likely an AS-17 Krypton, at Pivdennyi port in Odesa, Ukraine. This resulted in the death of a…

The capital of India experiences relief from smog as rain arrives.

NEW DELHI —  On Friday morning, rain in New Delhi and its surrounding areas provided some relief to the Indian capital, which has been facing severe air pollution. Authorities are considering the option of cloud seeding to help improve the…

The United Nations report highlights the destructive effects of war on the Palestinian economy.

UNITED NATIONS —  A recent report from the United Nations depicts a bleak portrayal of the deterioration of the Palestinian economy due to a month-long conflict and Israel’s complete blockade of Gaza. The United Nations reported that the conflict in…

A man has undergone the first ever eye transplant, bringing hope for the future restoration of vision.

NEW YORK —  The first ever full human eye transplant has been successfully carried out by surgeons, making it an incredible advancement in face transplants. However, it is still too early to determine if the recipient will regain sight in…

Fifteen people dead and thousands displaced due to recent floods in Kenya.

NAIROBI, KENYA —  According to the Kenya Red Cross Society, 15 individuals lost their lives and numerous others were forced to evacuate due to severe rainfall and flooding in recent times. According to Peter Murgor of the Kenya Red Cross…