News Looming Famine in Rakhine Signals Wider Crisis in Myanmar November 7, 2024 Rakhine State, Myanmar – A looming famine in Myanmar’s Rakhine State has raised concerns about a wider humanitarian crisis in the country, which has been plagued by conflict, displacement, and poverty for years. According to the United Nations, over 1 million people in … Read more
South Sudan: Postponing long-awaited elections ‘a regrettable development’ JUBA, South Sudan – The postponement of South Sudan’s long-awaited elections, originally scheduled for December 2023, is “a regrettable development” that will “further delay the country’s progress towards peace and stability,” the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) said in a statement on Tuesday. The decision … Read more
Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 The United Nations’ International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has issued a stark warning about the security situation at Ukraine’s nuclear facilities, describing it as “highly challenging” amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. In a report released on Monday, the IAEA said that … Read more
Suffering Continues for Civilians in Gaza and Lebanon November 7, 2024 Gaza The humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip remains dire, with civilians continuing to suffer from the ongoing blockade and the devastating effects of the 2021 conflict. According to the United Nations, over 2 million people in Gaza are in need of humanitarian assistance. … Read more
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Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has expressed deep concern over the “highly challenging” nuclear security situation in Ukraine, following the ongoing conflict with Russia. In a statement issued on Monday, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that it has been monitoring … Read more
Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 Lviv, Ukraine – The United Nations’ atomic watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has expressed grave concerns over the nuclear security situation in Ukraine, citing the ongoing conflict and Russian military activity near Ukrainian nuclear facilities. In a report released today, … Read more
Rebuilding beyond Bricks: World Urban Forum Focuses on Housing, Community Support in War-Torn Cities November 7, 2024 Abu Dhabi, UAE – The World Urban Forum (WUF), under the theme “Transforming Our Cities for a Better Urban Future,” addressed the urgent need to rebuild war-torn cities with a focus on housing and community support. The conference … Read more
Looming famine in Rakhine signals wider crisis in Myanmar November 7, 2024 By: Economic Development A looming famine in Myanmar’s Rakhine state is a stark reminder of the wider crisis engulfing the country. The conflict between the military and ethnic armed groups has displaced hundreds of thousands of people, disrupted livelihoods, and destroyed infrastructure. According … Read more
Record Heat Persists as WMO Calls for Urgent Services and Investment Boost November 7, 2024 The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning as record-breaking heat continues to grip the planet. The organization’s latest report, “State of the Climate,” reveals that the past eight years have been the warmest on record, with 2023 … Read more