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,…
Francis, President of the General Assembly, affirms that there are clear indications of optimism for Haiti.
Dennis Francis, an experienced diplomat from Trinidad and Tobago, recently shared that upon returning from a trip to Haiti at the end of last month, he was filled with hope and confidence that despite facing numerous obstacles, Haiti’s future is…
The United Nations representative urges leaders in Libya to find a solution to the current deadlock and not let down the people.
Abdoulaye Bathily, UN Special Representative for Libya, told ambassadors on the Security Council that the mood in the country “is ripe for a new political deal, a new dispensation for a brighter future”. He emphasized the importance of not allowing…
The director of WHO repeats plea for ceasefire as Gaza hospital is demolished.
The Israeli military conducted a four-day raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital last week, during which the World Health Organization (WHO) states that numerous health workers were allegedly detained. Tedros expressed on social media platform X that the health system in…
The Ukrainian military claims to have shot down five drones belonging to Russia.
The Ukrainian military reported on Monday that they successfully took down all five of the drones that were used by Russia in their attempted attacks overnight. The Ukrainian military reported that the drones were shot down in various regions of…
A prominent American politician expresses high hopes for negotiations with Ukraine and the border agreement.
Washington — As U.S. congressional negotiators worked deep into the weekend in a bid to craft an urgent deal linking aid to Ukraine and Israel to new border security, one top Democrat said he was “very optimistic” about a resolution….