Tag: United Nations
Hope fading as deaths in Turkey, Syria earthquake surpasses 15,000
A catastrophic earthquake has ravaged Turkey and Syria, resulting in over 15,000 deaths. Rescue teams from multiple countries are working tirelessly to find survivors in the rubble. President Erdogan visited affected areas, promising support for displaced residents while acknowledging initial challenges in the disaster response.
Finland, Sweden move ahead toward possible NATO membership
Finland and Sweden are moving closer to NATO membership following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. With growing public support, both countries are reviewing their traditionally non-aligned military stance, potentially reshaping regional security dynamics.
Poland-Ukraine ties seen as a target of Russian disinformation
A provocative vandalism incident in Krakow reveals Russia's alleged attempt to sow discord between Poland and Ukraine. By deliberately painting Ukrainian flag colors incorrectly and using mixed-language messaging, unknown actors sought to trigger ethnic tensions, highlighting ongoing Russian disinformation strategies near Ukraine's border.
Biden, Modi to speak as US presses for a hard line on Russia
President Biden is set to speak with Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid growing pressure on India's neutral position in the Russia-Ukraine war. India's abstention from UN votes and diplomatic approach have drawn both criticism from the US and praise from Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
S&P downgrade indicates Russia headed for historic default
Standard & Poor's has downgraded Russia's credit rating to "selective default" after Russia attempted to pay foreign bond payments in rubles instead of dollars. The agency believes sanctions will further impede Russia's ability to meet its international debt obligations, increasing the likelihood of a historic default on external loans.
The US doubts the new Russian war chief can end Moscow’s floundering
Russia appoints experienced General Alexander Dvornikov to centralize Ukraine war command, but US officials skeptical of strategic impact after costly initial campaign and civilian casualties.
UN assembly suspends Russia from top human rights body
The United Nations General Assembly voted to suspend Russia from its top human rights council, citing alleged atrocities committed by Russian soldiers in Ukraine. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called it a "historic moment" of accountability.
UN to vote on suspending Russia from the rights council.
The United Nations will vote on suspending Russia from the Human Rights Council following discovery of civilian bodies in Bucha, near Kyiv. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called for Russia's removal, citing evidence of potential war crimes after troops withdrew from towns surrounding the Ukrainian capital.
Mariupol’s dead put at 5,000 as Ukraine braces in the east.
Ukrainian authorities document civilian casualties in Mariupol and around Kyiv, revealing extensive Russian military violence. Western allies prepare sanctions in response to mounting evidence of war crimes, while Russian troops withdraw from northern Ukraine, suggesting a strategic redeployment to the industrial eastern regions.
The US hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following.
The United States has rolled out fresh financial sanctions against Russia, focusing on President Vladimir Putin's family and blocking two major Russian banks. The UK and EU are following suit, escalating economic pressure in response to alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
