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SAS accused of war crimes in Afghanistan
A former senior UK Special Forces officer has told a public inquiry into alleged war crimes in Afghanistan that the SAS had a "golden pass allowing them to get away with murder" In evidence given to a public inquiry into suspected war crimes in Afghanistan, the soldier said an allegedly rogue special forces unit had targeted all males of fighting age, including under 16s, even if they…

Amnesty International concludes that Israel is committing genocide

Dec 6, 2024
The human rights organisation has determined that Israel is committing genocide against the people of Palestine.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for 'war crimes' in Gaza

Nov 21, 2024
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant.

UN Special Committee finds Israel warfare methods in Gaza consistent with Genocide

Nov 16, 2024
The committee, composed of member states Malaysia, Senegal and Sri Lanka has deemed Isarel's war consistent with genocide.

UK calls for expansion of UN Security Council

Nov 13, 2024
peaking before the UN General Assembly, UK Ambassador for the UN General Assembly, Archie Young, called for the expansion of the UN Security Council

Expected Trump appointees signal renewed focus on Indo-Pacific

Nov 13, 2024

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US President-elect Donald J Trump expected cabinet appointments will see a number of “China Hawks” in key roles such as the United Nations ambassador, National Security Adviser, and Secretary of State, signalling a shift in US foreign policy to refocus on the Indo-Pacific region.

Somaliland goes to the polls amidst push for international recognition

Nov 13, 2024
The self-declared republic held its fourth general election, with global recognition of the state an issue for both leading candidates.

Saudi Crown Prince condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza as ‘genocide’ and denounces attack on Iran

Nov 12, 2024
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as “genocide,

Mozambique police fire on crowds killing 18 as protests continue following election

Nov 6, 2024

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The police in Mozambique have been accused of killing at least 18 unarmed bystanders following protests against the recent presidential election result.

Donald Trump declared winner of US presidential election

Nov 6, 2024

Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 US presidential election. The Republican candidate beat Kamala Harris of the Democratic party. World leaders have begun sending in their congratulations.

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France’s President spark’s outrage recognising Moroccan claims over Western Sahara

Oct 30, 2024

Speaking in Moroccan parliament, French President Emmanuel Macron has sparked outrage by recognising Morocco’s claim over the disputed territory of Western Sahara.

Amnesty International concludes that Israel is committing genocide
ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for 'war crimes' in Gaza
UN Special Committee finds Israel warfare methods in Gaza consistent with Genocide
UK calls for expansion of UN Security Council
Expected Trump appointees signal renewed focus on Indo-Pacific
Somaliland goes to the polls amidst push for international recognition
Saudi Crown Prince condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza as ‘genocide’ and denounces attack on Iran
Mozambique police fire on crowds killing 18 as protests continue following election
Donald Trump declared winner of US presidential election
France’s President spark’s outrage recognising Moroccan claims over Western Sahara