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Israel must ensure basic needs in Gaza are met, says World Court
The ICJ also stated that Israel did not provide sufficient proof of Hamas's involvement in UNRWA.
Civilians in Sudan's al-Fashir cower from drones as siege worsens hunger
Iran deal is over, says Tehran
Palestinian Authority unveils $67b. Gaza reconstruction plan
New Zealand reimposes sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance
New Zealand will reintroduce UN sanctions on Iran, citing nuclear non-compliance, as well as ties to antisemitic attacks. Restrictions take effect Oct. 18.
Pakistan, Indonesia, and Azerbaijan weigh joining Gaza stabilization force
So far, Indonesia is the only country to publicly offer troops, saying it could deploy 20,000 soldiers under a United Nations mandated peacekeeping mission, something not outlined in Trump’s plan.
Gaza needs massive boost in emergency aid after ceasefire, UN relief chief says
Israeli officials said 600 trucks have been approved to enter the blockaded territory under the current US-brokered truce deal.
Israel tells UN will only allow half agreed number of aid trucks into Gaza
The restriction will be enacted due to Hamas's failure to return the remains of deceased Israeli hostages within the 72-hour window agreed on by Israel and Hamas.
Time for a reset: Amid institutional paralysis, Trump and Aliyev call for a UN overhaul - opinion
The joint message is clear: the UN must adapt to the realities of the 21st century or risk irrelevance.
UK PM Starmer, UN's Guterres to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will join world leaders in Egypt for the signing of a US-brokered deal to end the Israel-Hamas war.
Why are they so afraid? The diplomatic fear to show friendship to Israel - comment
We can only hope that the day will come when we can talk to one another and not fear that we will lose our job, go to prison, or even face a death sentence.
ICJ scheduled to deliver advisory opinion on Israel’s obligations regarding presence of int’l orgs
The International Court of Justice will deliver its opinion regarding Israel's responsibilities in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem on October 22.
Nine more UN staff detained by Houthis in Yemen, UN spokesperson says
Houthi officials said the UN personnel's legal immunities should not shield espionage activities, accusing the organization of bias for condemning what they called "legal measures against spy cells"
Judge dismisses lawsuit accusing UNRWA of aiding Hamas in October 7 attacks
The judge ruled that, since UNRWA is a part of the United Nations, it can claim the organization's immunity from being sued.
Spain launches investigation into 158 companies tied to 'Israeli-occupied territories'
According to a new law approved by the Spanish Government last week, the advertising of goods and services from the 'occupied territories' is prohibited.