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Iran February 22, 2024

Iran to hold first elections since Mahsa Amini's death sparked mass protests in 2022

Candidates for Iran's parliament have begun campaigning for March elections. They will be the first since nationwide protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody.

UNITED NATIONS February 22, 2024

UN food agency aims for 35% growth in aquaculture by 2030 as seafood demand rises

The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization has set a target to increase aquaculture production by 35% by 2030 to meet rising demand for seafood and to fight global hunger.

New York February 22, 2024

Former DEA agent accused of taking $250K in bribes from Mafia, obstructing investigations

Joseph Bongiovanni, a former DEA agent, is on trial facing allegations of bribery, conspiracy and obstruction of justice. He is accused of accepting bribes from the Mafia.

UNITED NATIONS February 22, 2024

Albania and Italy's asylum agreement draws rights concerns from some, but EU sees possible model for future

Albania has agreed to host two Italian-run migrant processing centers on its land. Some human rights activists worry the deal could prove problematic, but the EU is open to it.

Brazil February 21, 2024

Brazilian foreign minister calls for UN reform at G20 kickoff

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira called Wednesday for reforms to the U.N. and other institutions as it kicked off its presidency of the G20.

Ukraine February 21, 2024

UN humanitarian appeal for Ukraine only 10% funded for 2024, envoy reports

The U.N.'s humanitarian appeal for Ukraine is only 10% funded for this year, jeopardizing assistance for about 8.5 million people near combat zones.

Israel February 21, 2024

US opposes UN's top court's advice to urge Israel to withdraw from Palestinian-claimed lands

The United States has opposed the UN top court's proposal to issue an advisory opinion mandating Israel's immediate withdrawal from Palestinian-claimed territories.

Afghanistan February 21, 2024

United Nations calls for $400 million in aid to rebuild western Afghanistan after fatal earthquake

The United Nations has reported that more than $400 million is needed for western Afghanistan to recover and rebuild after a fatal earthquake last year.

World February 20, 2024

UN food agency temporarily halts deliveries to northern Gaza, says decision was not 'taken lightly'

Hunger will further in northern Gaza as a U.N. food agency announced they would pause all food deliveries until it was deemed safe to distribute in the area.

Israel February 20, 2024

US vetos UN resolution calling for Gaza cease-fire as Biden admin pushes 6-week pause

The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza on Monday, saying it was not productive for hostage release negotiations.