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Germany June 14, 2023

Germany unlikely to meet its greenhouse gas cutback goals by 2030 with current climate measures

Officials in Germany said the country’s climate measures will reduce emissions by 900 million metric tons of carbon dioxide, which is 200 million tons short of reaching its 2030 goal.

Africa June 13, 2023

Nigerian ruling party holds parliament as new leaders elected

Nigeria's ruling party retained control of parliament, with consensus candidates Godswill Akpabio and Tajudeen Abbas elected as leaders of each legislative chamber.

Middle East June 13, 2023

UN secures insurance for high-stakes transfer of crude oil from dilapidated tanker in Yemen

The United Nations has obtained insurance coverage to commence a ship-to-ship transfer of 1.1 million barrels of crude oil from a decaying tanker situated off the war-torn coast of Yemen.

Ukraine June 9, 2023

ICJ lets 32 countries back Ukraine in genocide case against Russia

The United Nations' International Court of Justice has allowed a record 32 countries to back Ukraine in its genocide case against Russia.

Israel June 9, 2023

UN report targets 35 US states over laws banning anti-Israel bias

A new UN report targeting the Jewish state has again sparked outrage among diplomats and UN experts for its alleged antisemitism and attacks on laws in American states banning anti-Israel bias.

Africa June 8, 2023

US suspends food aid to Ethiopia after investigation reveals 'widespread' supply theft

The U.S. has suspended all food aid to Ethiopia after an internal investigation unveiled the large-scale, coordinated theft and diversion of goods supplied to the East African nation.

North Carolina June 8, 2023

North Carolina approves legislation allowing American Indian students to wear cultural items at graduation

Legislation granting permission for American Indian students in North Carolina schools to wear culturally significant items during their graduation ceremonies has received final approval.

Israel June 8, 2023

UN investigators accuse Israel of 'delegitimizing' Palestinian human rights group with terrorism accusations

United Nations investigators accused Israel of "delegitimizing and silencing civil society" by labeling the members of a Palestinian human rights group as "terrorists."

Africa June 8, 2023

Clashes at UN site in South Sudan leave 13 dead and 21 injured

A violent clash broke out on Thursday at a United Nations site in South Sudan, specifically designated for the protection of displaced civilians. The fight occurred in the Malakal site.

Africa June 7, 2023

Political violence rocks Senegal, threatens stability, as nation closes overseas consulates

Senegal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the precautionary closure of its overseas consulates amid widespread protest over the conviction of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko.