The humanitarian nightmare and attacks on civilians in Gaza dominated the U.N. Security Council's quarterly open debate.
The United States vetoed a United Nations resolution that had broad support for extending full member status to the state of Palestine.
The 15-member U.N. Security Council voted 12-1 for the resolution on Thursday; just nine were needed for it to pass. Two members, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, abstained. But the U.S. veto, a power shared by four other members – China, France, Russia and the U.K. – was decisive.
The departure of three of its junta-led members raises questions about the West African regional bloc's future.
Hungary's presidency could be muted but still affect European integration and the ability to present a united front globally.
The U.N. Security Council resolution condemned Houthi attacks in shipping lanes for a second time this year.
A dangerous escalation unfolding along the Israel-Lebanon border could lead to a regional war that draws in Iran.
The head of Freedom House called the shooting 'a grim and shocking blow to the American democratic process.'
As NATO summit host, the Biden administration sought to show unity for Ukraine and deflect concern about Trump.
A U.N. report estimates at least 25% of global dust emissions that scatter on land and ocean come from human activities.
Children's deaths from malnutrition and dehydration show that critical health and social structures have collapsed.
