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Russian Ministers Ejected from Conference Room After Diplomatic Faux Pas in Pyongyang
A live broadcast on North Korean state TV saw seven members of Putin’s delegation thrown out for unknowingly breaking protocol by entering before the “Supreme Leader.”
June 20, 2024
UN
Russia Fails in Rival UN Bid on Nuclear, Other Weapons in Space
A Russian-drafted UN Security Council resolution that called on all countries to prevent “for all time” the placement, threat or use of any weapons in space failed on Monday, May 20.
May 21, 2024
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Humanitarian Aid Falling While Needs Rise: UN
The UN representative also warned that if the numbers of displaced went on rising then receiving and helping them would pose a huge logistical challenge.
May 21, 2024
War in Ukraine
Humanitarian Impact of Intensified Hostilities in Kharkiv Region – Flash Update
Kharkiv - evacuation response by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Ukraine
May 20, 2024
UN
Russia May Be Testing Potential Nuclear Capable Anti-Satellite Weapon
US officials say if Russia successfully develops the weapon, it could disable American satellites, including the Starlink satellite network, which is crucial for Ukraine’s warfighting ability.
May 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Iranian UAVs Are Russia’s Weapons of Choice’ – Ukraine at War Update for May 15
At least 20 injured in Russian assault on Kharkiv; Moscow’s new MoD chief calls for “minimal” casualties; Ukrenergo announces blackouts; UN Security Council worries about power supply for Ukrainians.
May 15, 2024
UN
UN General Assembly Backs Palestinian Bid for Membership
The Palestinian push for full UN membership comes seven months into a war between Israel and Palestinian militants Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
May 12, 2024
Ukraine
WORLD BRIEFING: May 11, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May 11, 2024
