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DR Congo: Children reportedly killed in summary executions by M23 fighters
- UN News
The humanitarian emergency in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has deteriorated sharply with serious human rights violations and abuses, including reported summary executions of children and generalised sexual violence.
Multilateralism: What is it, and why does it matter?
- UN News
Multilateralism is a term frequently used at the United Nations, but it’s not a concept that is only relevant to the corridors and conference rooms where international diplomacy takes place.
UN rights office warns of ‘dangerous tipping point’ as abuses surge in Sudan
- UN News
The UN human rights office (OHCHR) on Tuesday sounded the alarm over escalating rights abuses in Sudan, warning that impunity is driving violations as fighting spreads and more armed groups become involved.
A Full Implementation of the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire is Uncertain
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, Feb 17 (IPS) - On January 19, Israel and Hamas implemented a ceasefire agreement that would end the fighting in Israel and Palestine, see the return of hostages and prisoners, and begin a period of recovery and reconstruction for Palestine. Although the past several weeks have seen a relatively smooth transition and a cessation of hostilities, the prospect of a long-term implementation of the ceasefire remains fragile and there is significant risk of a return to warfare and heightened instability across the Middle East. With the humanitarian situation in Gaza improving for the first time in 16 months, it is imperative that the ceasefire remains in effect.
The Land of Immigration: America's Demographic Past, Present and Future
- Inter Press Service
PORTLAND, US, Feb 17 (IPS) - Of the approximately 280 million immigrants in the world, the country hosting the largest number is America, the land of immigration. One-fifth of the world’s international migrants reside in the US, with those migrants arriving from nearly every country in the world.
Human Rights, Healthcare Disrupted in Eastern Europe With USAID Funding Freeze
- Inter Press Service
Feb 17 (IPS) - As the full effects of the US decision to freeze foreign aid funding begin to be felt across the world, organizations in Eastern Europe and Central Asia (EECA) are warning years of work in everything from delivering life-saving healthcare to defending human rights and strengthening democracy could be undone.
A Global Retreat from Solidarity
- Inter Press Service
PARIS, Feb 17 (IPS) - The world is witnessing a dangerous retreat from international solidarity by Global Minority countries. From Washington to Brussels, governments are slashing funds that sustain human rights, democracy, and humanitarian initiatives.
Why a Global Tech Fund for the Poorest Countries is a Smart Investment
- Inter Press Service
GEBZE, Turkiye, Feb 17 (IPS) - The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development could catalyse coordinated action to close the financing gap and set the stage for a STI-driven transformation in the world’s poorest countries.
Asia-Pacific falling behind on sustainable development and climate targets
- UN News
The Asia-Pacific region is significantly off track in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with most targets either stalled or off pace – despite ongoing efforts, according to a new UN report.
Syria: Mine casualties persist as UN partners scale up clearance operations
- UN News
Explosive ordnance continues to claim lives across Syria, with more than 430 deaths and injuries reported since December, nearly a third of them children, according to Stéphane Dujarric, the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
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