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Childhood tuberculosis cases surge by 10% in Europe and Central Asia
The spike in the world’s deadliest infectious disease comes as officials warn global aid cuts could lead to a resurgence.
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Europe seeks €800B defense surge as U.S. cuts Kyiv aid, aligns with Russia
The five-point plan, unveiled as "ReArm Europe," is Europe's largest military and economic mobilization effort this century.
German election creates tough path to stronger role in E.U. and NATO
The coalition Merz forms will greatly influence his ability to govern the country or to strengthen multilateral institutions.
Greenland's international ties stand in way of Trump's strategic interest
The Arctic island's E.U. and NATO ties make it highly unlikely the U.S. would risk a move that could destabilize the region.
New A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda puts science diplomacy into practice
Adopted in 2023, the policy agreement is a major boost for multilateral science diplomacy between Africa and Europe.
Climate action to save glaciers 'a matter of survival' for people too
More than 275,000 glaciers cover 700,000 square kilometers of the planet. Glaciers and ice sheets store 70% of all freshwater.
'Spiraling weather and climate impacts’ from record carbon levels
The U.N. weather agency says some human-induced effects will be 'irreversible over hundreds if not thousands of years.'
U.N.-brokered biodiversity financing deal keeps green diplomacy alive
Three days of talks in Rome ended with nations agreeing to support a $200 billion a year global plan to protect nature.
UNHCR freezes $300 million of suspended U.S. aid, impacts 600 staff
Scoop: The budget freeze is part of almost $700 million the U.N. refugee agency already received from the United States.
ITU-led summit outlines measures to protect global submarine cables
Leaders and experts say stronger international cooperation is needed to support the world's digital infrastructure.
New A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda puts science diplomacy into practice
Adopted in 2023, the policy agreement is a major boost for multilateral science diplomacy between Africa and Europe.
Trump's climate retreat diverges from global shift to green initiatives
Trump's speech to Davos contrasted sharply with other leaders' creation of a Global Energy Transition Forum.
S. Africa to focus G-20 on 'solidarity, equality, sustainable development'
The South African president invoked Nelson Mandela's emphasis on global 'interdependence' and cooperation.
Fallout deepens at U.N. and other organizations from 'brutal' aid cuts
From migrants to refugees, millions of lives and the organizations that help them are at risk from U.S. aid cuts.
Despite U.S. rift, G-7 diplomats unite on Ukraine and maritime security
Two communiqués expressed 'unwavering support' for Ukraine and 'growing concern' at China's maritime aggression.
With FCPA paused, U.S. prosecutors skip OECD anti-bribery meetings
The U.S. absence raises questions about the Trump administration's commitment to enforcing anti-bribery laws.
Trump-mandated funding cuts threaten HIV/AIDS work worldwide
Health officials say millions of lives are at risk as the U.S. withdraws funding from treatment and prevention programs.
Vanuatu climate and rights case led by law students goes to world court
The landmark case is expected to involve nearly 100 countries and more than a dozen intergovernmental organizations.
Debate over plastic production limits scuttles global treaty talks
Nations for plastic production limits and oil-rich producers deadlocked in the hours before the talks were set to expire.
Commonwealth heads agree formal debate on slave reparations needed
Dozens of countries that enslaved and sold people owe trillions of dollars in reparations, according to a 2023 study.
Mongolia sets aside ICC warrant to give Putin a red-carpet welcome
Landlocked between Russia and China, Mongolia depends on Russia to meet its energy needs and China to buy its exports.
Childhood tuberculosis cases surge by 10% in Europe and Central Asia
The spike in the world’s deadliest infectious disease comes as officials warn global aid cuts could lead to a resurgence.
Zelenskyy agrees to 'partial ceasefire' deal in call with Trump
Trump also suggested giving the United States ownership of Ukraine’s electrical supply and nuclear power plants.
E.U. defense summit agrees on plan to arm Ukraine without Hungary
"Europe faces a clear and present danger," E.C. President Ursula von der Leyen said as the emergency meeting began.
Europe seeks €800B defense surge as U.S. cuts Kyiv aid, aligns with Russia
The five-point plan, unveiled as "ReArm Europe," is Europe's largest military and economic mobilization effort this century.
Watchdog discusses 'next steps' to eliminate chemical weapons in Syria
It was OPCW's first visit to Damascus since Bashar Assad's dramatic overthrow at the hands of Islamist-led rebels.
Israel follows U.S. retreat from U.N. as Gaza faces 'ethnic cleansing' plans
Israel's brutal military campaign in Gaza has drawn direct criticism from all corners of the U.N. and its top officials.
UNRWA vows to keep up its work in Gaza as the Israeli ban takes effect
Other U.N. agencies that have been cited as potential replacements for UNRWA all agree it is irreplaceable.
Humanitarians prepare surge in aid for Gaza as Israel approves cease-fire
International aid agencies expressed relief over a cease-fire but cautioned it must lead to a more lasting peace agreement.
Climate action to save glaciers 'a matter of survival' for people too
More than 275,000 glaciers cover 700,000 square kilometers of the planet. Glaciers and ice sheets store 70% of all freshwater.
Nations rush to cash in as warming opens up Arctic's mineral wealth
The Arctic Council finds itself at a difficult crossroads as its member nations move to exploit the region's mineral wealth.
ITU-led summit outlines measures to protect global submarine cables
Leaders and experts say stronger international cooperation is needed to support the world's digital infrastructure.
Greenland's international ties stand in way of Trump's strategic interest
The Arctic island's E.U. and NATO ties make it highly unlikely the U.S. would risk a move that could destabilize the region.
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Nations rush to cash in as warming opens up Arctic's mineral wealth
The Arctic Council finds itself at a difficult crossroads as its member nations move to exploit the region's mineral wealth.
Greenland's international ties stand in way of Trump's strategic interest
The Arctic island's E.U. and NATO ties make it highly unlikely the U.S. would risk a move that could destabilize the region.
New A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda puts science diplomacy into practice
Adopted in 2023, the policy agreement is a major boost for multilateral science diplomacy between Africa and Europe.