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New support needed amid preparations for Ukraine’s third wartime winter

“Kharkiv holds a special place in our efforts to support the people of Ukraine. I have seen firsthand the impact of the continued attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, and the consequences on millions of civilians. But I have also witnessed tireless reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts, further proof of the strength and resilience of the Government of … Read moreNew support needed amid preparations for Ukraine’s third wartime winter

Courage needed to mend today’s global rifts, German leader tells UN Assembly

He stated, therefore, that the order of the day is not less but more cooperation among countries. “Today – especially today – we need the courage, creative energy and will to fill in the rifts. Rifts which are deeper than ever.” A multipolar world Chancellor Scholz stated that the modern world no longer revolves around … Read moreCourage needed to mend today’s global rifts, German leader tells UN Assembly

Türk: Accountability needed for ‘shocking’ violations by Russian forces in Ukraine

The High Commissioner told the Human Rights Council in Geneva that his office (OHCHR) had documented the arbitrary detention of more than 900 civilians between 24 February 2022 and 23 May this year. He added that that Russia gave no access to places of detention, “which leads inevitably to undercounting”. The summary executions of 77 … Read moreTürk: Accountability needed for ‘shocking’ violations by Russian forces in Ukraine

Mediterranean migrant shipwreck: Swift action needed to prevent new tragedy

Duty to rescue people in distress In a joint statement, refugee agency UNHCR and migration agency IOM, said that the duty to rescue people in distress at sea without delay was a “fundamental” rule of the international maritime law. They underscored that the current approach to Mediterranean Sea crossings – one of the world’s most … Read moreMediterranean migrant shipwreck: Swift action needed to prevent new tragedy

Ukraine: Urgent agreement needed to end fighting around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant |

Recent weeks have seen an escalation in shelling in and around Europe’s largest nuclear facility.  The Council meeting was requested by Russia, whose forces have occupied the plant since March, or shortly after the start of the war, while Ukrainian personnel continue to carry out their on-site operations.  ‘Suicidal’ threat  Ms. DiCarlo reiterated the UN’s … Read moreUkraine: Urgent agreement needed to end fighting around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant |

More breathing devices needed for premature babies born in Ukraine  |

“The war increases levels of stress in pregnant women, which leads to an increase in the number of premature births reported,” Herve Verhoosel, Spokesperson for global health agency Unitaid, told journalists at a regular WHO press briefing.    The war in #Ukraine has increased the number of premature births. Premature babies are more likely to suffer … Read moreMore breathing devices needed for premature babies born in Ukraine  |