Ukrainian leader Türk urges Russia to end hostilities and work towards a fair resolution for lasting peace.
Since the invasion began, the UN human rights office (OHCHR) has closely observed the situation. As of December 4, there have been more than 10,000 civilian fatalities, including 560 children. 18,500 civilians have also been reported as injured, though the…
Ten weeks of extreme hardship for the children living in Gaza, according to a report by UNICEF.
According to UNICEF spokesperson James Elder, children are facing constant airstrikes and have no safe refuge due to a lack of basic necessities like food, water, shelter, and sanitation. Elder, who has just returned from the enclave, stated that this…
The Security Council is currently in discussions regarding a resolution for Gaza that urges an immediate halt to hostilities.
3:45 PM Based on the most recent update from the Security Council, the updated schedule shows that the expected meeting, originally scheduled for 5:00 PM to vote on a resolution proposed by the UAE after several days of negotiation, has…
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy applauds the EU’s 12th round of sanctions against Russia.
During his evening video statement on Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed that the recent sanctions imposed by the EU will significantly weaken Russia’s economic support for their ongoing war against Ukraine. He stated that we will collaborate with our…
Lawmakers in the US are currently in the process of negotiating a deal to provide aid to Ukraine, but as the holidays approach, this process is ongoing.
Capitol Hill — The United States Congress is quickly approaching a deadline to approve a fresh assistance plan for Ukraine, while members of the Senate have been diligently working over the weekend to reach a compromise on border security funding…
The European Union has set its sights on Russia’s diamond sector as part of their most recent sanctions against the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
BRUSSELS — On Monday, the European Union announced new sanctions against Russia for its involvement in the conflict with Ukraine. The sanctions specifically target the profitable diamond industry, over 140 individuals and groups, and aim to close any loopholes that…
A recent study provides further proof that there is a rise in severe obesity among children in the United States.
NEW YORK — New research further supports the notion that obesity rates among young children in the United States are increasing. There was a glimmer of hope that children enrolled in a government food program might be defying the trend…
Ukrainian women who have been displaced from their homes are finding housing and remaining optimistic.
Three Ukrainian women, including a mother of three, a boarding school teacher, and a successful supply manager, were forced to leave their homes in Ukraine due to Russia’s invasion. Anna Kosstutschenko interviewed the women, who have now found temporary shelter…
The EU is examining Musk’s X for potential violations of social media regulations.
LONDON — The European Union is investigating whether Elon Musk’s online platform X violated recent regulations aimed at reducing toxic content on social media. This is the first investigation of its kind since the rules were implemented. “European Commissioner Thierry…
The Security Council was informed that attempts to revive the Iran nuclear agreement are currently not progressing.
The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) outlines the guidelines for overseeing Iran’s nuclear program and enabled the removal of US sanctions. It was mutually agreed upon by Iran, the five permanent members of the Council (China, France, Russia,…