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Israel January 11, 2024

UN teachers celebrated Oct. 7 attack, praised Hamas terrorists as ‘heroes’ on Telegram: watchdog

A Telegram channel used by United Nations Relief and Works Agency teachers in Gaza is replete with posts celebrating Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel, according to a watchdog report.

Africa January 10, 2024

1 dead, 5 abducted after Somali al-Qaeda affiliates attack UN helicopter

Al-Shabab militants killed one person and abducted five others after attacking a United Nations helicopter that made an emergency landing in central Somalia.

Asia January 10, 2024

Laotian diplomat makes first trip to Burma as ASEAN envoy

Laotian diplomat Alounkeo Kittikhoun arrived in Burma on Wednesday, marking his first trip to the conflict-ravaged military dictatorship as ASEAN's special envoy.

Middle East January 10, 2024

UN Security Council adopts resolution demanding that Houthi rebels stop attacks on Red Sea shipping

The Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, based in Yemen, have engaged in dozens of attacks on international shipping passing through the key corridor of the Red Sea, prompting international outrage.

UNITED NATIONS January 10, 2024

UN slammed for allowing Security Council takeover by Gaza activists: 'Unprecedented defilement'

The U.N. described the group as a mix of Israeli and American rabbis who gained entry through various tour groups before congregating in the Security Council room and unfurling banners.

United Kingdom January 9, 2024

Former UK opposition leader Corbyn to join South Africa's delegation accusing Israel of genocide

South Africa accuses Israel of seeking the destruction of Gazans, and seeks to petition the U.N. to force Israel to halt its offensive; Corbyn has previously faced allegations of antisemitism.

Pakistan January 9, 2024

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan indicted on graft charges alongside wife

A Pakistani court indicted former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife on graft charges Tuesday, another serious political blow to the country's main opposition figure.

Belarus January 8, 2024

Belarus declines observation invite for parliamentary elections

Belarus announced on Monday that it will not invite the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to monitor its Feb. 25 elections.

Africa January 8, 2024

Nigerian president suspends Poverty Alleviation minister over claims of questionable banking practices

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu suspended Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Minister Betta Edu on Monday over her alleged use of a private bank account for state transactions.

Israel January 8, 2024

Sen. Ted Cruz accuses UN agency of supporting 'Hamas war machine,' urges Biden admin to halt funding

Amid growing evidence that the U.N. aid agency for Palestinians enables Hamas, Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz called on the Biden administration to pull U.S. funds for the scandal-plagued agency.