DR Congo and Rwanda presidents meet in Qatar for peace talks
Congo and Rwanda reaffirmed their commitment to an immediate ceasefire, but the joint statement does not specify on how it would be implemented. Read more at Read More
Baltics and Poland announce planned withdrawal from landmine treaty
The Ottawa Convention prohibits the production, possession, and transfer of anti-personnel mines. Read more at Read More
Russia agrees to 30-day pause in attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure
The White House and the Kremlin both published written statements on the conditions of the ceasefire following a lengthy phone call between Trump and Putin. Read more at Read More
Southern Spain hit by flash floods, 365 homes evacuated near Málaga
Torrential rains in southern Spain have caused severe flooding, evacuating 365 homes near Málaga and closing roads and schools. Nineteen rivers are on high alert. Read more at Read More
Rainstorm in Spain leaves at least one dead, areas flooded and hundreds evacuated
Heavy rains caused by storm Laurence continue to rip through Spain, causing at least one death, overflowing rivers, accidents, blocked roads and evacuations in several regions. Read more at Read…
Why are maths competitions on the rise in Central Asia?
STEM subjects have long been encouraged in the region. But the recent boom in maths contests is new. Read more at Read More
Israelis protest outside government headquarters after new wave of Gaza airstrikes
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry on Tuesday condemned “the resumption of the Israeli occupation’s aggression against the Gaza Strip,” saying it threatens regional stability. Egypt, which also played a key role in…
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Hungary passes law banning Pride events in new blow to LGBTQ+ rights
Attending a banned event will carry fines up to about €500, and authorities will be able to use facial recognition tools to identify attendees. Read more at Read More
Israeli airstrike destroys Gaza prison, leaving dozens dead
Dozens were killed when an Israeli airstrike flattened a Gaza prison, shattering the ceasefire and sparking criticism as renewed attacks raised fears of escalating violence. Read more at Read More