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SIPRI Warns Peacekeeping Missions at Risk Globally

 A new report released today by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has raised serious concerns about the future of international stability efforts, warning that peacekeeping missions across the world are facing mounting pressure due to declining troop contributions, funding shortages,
May 26, 2026

Families at the Heart of Global Development Dialogue

Across the globe, people are coming together today to mark the International Day of Families, an annual observance established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993. The day underscores the essential role families play as the cornerstone of society and highlights
May 15, 2025

Mauritanian President Gets 15-year Prison Sentence

An appeals court in Mauritania sentenced former President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz to 15 years in prison and imposed a $3 million fine on Wednesday after he appealed a previous five-year sentence. Aziz, who played a role in two coups, served two
May 14, 2025

Duterte Wins Mayoral Election While Detained in Hague

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared poised to win the mayoralty of his hometown by a significant margin on Monday, despite being detained at the International Criminal Court on murder charges related to crimes against humanity. With 80% of votes tallied in
May 14, 2025

China Cautions UK Over New US Trade Deal

China has voiced strong opposition to the newly signed UK-US trade agreement, warning that the deal may undermine global trade principles and unfairly isolate Chinese interests. The agreement, which was finalized last week, grants British exporters reduced tariffs on products like automobiles
May 14, 2025

Rwanda and DRC to Sign Peace Accord in June

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to sign a peace agreement in mid-June, with the signing ceremony to take place at the White House, according to Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe. This deal, which comes after years
May 13, 2025

Zelensky Calls for Ceasefire Amid Escalation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has renewed his call for a “full and unconditional” ceasefire with Russia, as tensions continue to rise along the frontlines of the ongoing war. The proposal comes just days ahead of a potential high-level meeting with Russian President
May 13, 2025

U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Trade Truce

The United States and China have agreed to a temporary easing of trade tensions, slashing tariffs for a 90-day period as both sides seek a broader resolution to their economic standoff. As part of the deal, the U.S. has reduced its tariffs
May 13, 2025
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