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‘The situation is terrible’: aid workers on life in Sudanese city pummelled by drone strikes

Sudan's city of El Obeid is under intensifying drone attacks by the Rapid Support Forces, targeting fuel stations, power supplies and water infrastructure. At least 45 people have been killed and 41 injured in strikes between 6 and 28 June, according to the UN human rights chief, who warned of an impending human rights catastrophe. The army says it remains in control of the strategic city, which has a population of roughly half a million, including up to 200,000 internally displaced persons.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 4

WHO puts first molecular test for Bundibugyo virus in Emergency Use Listing: what it means

The World Health Organization has added the first molecular diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus to its Emergency Use Listing, aiming to accelerate access to reliable testing during the largest recorded outbreak of the disease. The move comes amid a PHEIC declared in May 2026, with thousands of cases reported in the DRC and Uganda.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 4

Insurgents attack multiple towns in northern and central Mali, army says

Coordinated attacks by suspected jihadists and Tuareg separatist fighters struck multiple towns in Mali, including a prison near Bamako, according to the army and security sources. The FLA and JNIM groups claimed involvement, marking a fresh escalation over two months after a previous offensive.

5 outlets · 6 articles Jul 4

Medvedev calls US aggression against Iran unprovoked

Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said the US attack on Iran was unprovoked and that Iran posed no threat, as it was negotiating with Washington. He also proposed a community of sanctioned states, including Russia, Iran, and China, to counter what he called illegal unilateral restrictions.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 4

Could Israel really build settlements in Gaza?

Israeli officials signal potential re-establishment of settlements in Gaza, with Finance Minister Smotrich preparing plans and Netanyahu declining to rule out the option. The move faces international legal hurdles and a US-backed alternative administration plan.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jul 4

‘A nightmare’: Strugging with the aftermath of Venezuela’s earthquakes

A week after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, the confirmed death toll has reached 2,645 with thousands more missing. The UN warns the disaster will deepen an already severe humanitarian crisis, while survivors and volunteers criticize the government's response and officials declare national mourning.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 3

Russia, Ukraine exchange deadly strikes after massive Kyiv attack

Deadly overnight attacks hit both sides of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with reports of civilian casualties in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy, as well as in Russian-occupied areas and inside Russia. The exchanges follow one of the worst strikes on Kyiv in the conflict, and come amid continued drone and missile barrages.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 3

Russian foreign minister outlines what Moscow expects from next UN secretary-general

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Guyanese candidate Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, who is running for the post of UN Secretary-General. During the meeting, Lavrov outlined Moscow's prerequisites for the next UN chief, while Rodrigues-Birkett presented her campaign platform. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to the UN's central coordinating role.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 3

UN issues 'red alert' over human rights catastrophe in Sudan's El-Obeid

The UN human rights chief has issued a 'red alert' over the unfolding catastrophe in Sudan's El-Obeid, where civilians have endured siege-like conditions for 18 months. The UN Human Rights Council has passed a motion condemning escalating violence by the Rapid Support Forces and setting up an urgent inquiry.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jul 3

US to block UN funding for Somalia in blow to AU peace mission

The United States has announced it will end funding for the African Union's peacekeeping mission in Somalia, citing the government's failure to make progress against al-Shabaab. The decision could spell the end of the mission, which has around 12,000 troops and has been in the country since 2009.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 3

As Sahel states withdraw from ICC, NGOs warn of ‘impunity’ over war crimes

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have formalized their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, a move that human rights organizations say threatens justice for victims of war crimes. The countries accuse the court of bias and politicization, but the ICC and NGOs warn of impunity and weaken global accountability.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3

El Nino set to be 'strong' as UN warns of heatwaves and floods

The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Nino will rapidly strengthen between July and September, increasing the risk of extreme weather worldwide. Meanwhile, over 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in Europe amid a heatwave, and India faces a 40% monsoon deficit.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3

UN sounds ‘red alert’ over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s el-Obeid

The UN Human Rights Council held an urgent debate on the deteriorating situation in Sudan's el-Obeid, where about 500,000 civilians face the threat of large-scale atrocities. UN rights chief Volker Turk warned of an unfolding catastrophe, while Save the Children reported the displacement of thousands of children and a cholera outbreak in the besieged city.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 3

Congo-Kinshasa: UN - Ebola Outbreak in DRC Could Cost Africa $3.6 Bln, Put 300,000 Jobs At Risk

A new UNDP assessment warns the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion and put over 300,000 jobs at risk. The outbreak has already infected 1,307 people and killed 377, with children disproportionately affected and no tested vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jul 3

UN warns likelihood of ‘extreme weather events’ as El Nino set to intensify

The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Niño conditions, already underway, are forecast to strengthen rapidly into a strong event between July and September, increasing the likelihood of heatwaves, droughts, and heavy rainfall. The UN agency has activated early warning systems to help governments prepare.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3

Seven pro-Palestine protesters convicted of misdemeanour charges in US

A San Francisco jury convicted seven pro-Palestinian protesters of misdemeanor charges for blocking the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024, but deadlocked on a felony conspiracy count. The defendants face up to five years in jail, with sentencing set for August.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 3

Ukraine: Russia strikes kill 4, day of mourning in Kyiv

Russian overnight attacks killed at least four people in Ukraine, including a child under two, and injured ten more. The strikes came as Kyiv held a day of mourning for victims of a previous deadly attack, while President Zelenskyy cut short a visit to Ireland.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 3

Man dies after setting himself on fire outside UN headquarters in New York

A man died after setting himself on fire near the United Nations headquarters in New York. Activists identified him as Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen, who had appealed for Tibetan independence. Police said the investigation is ongoing.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3

Australian in Israeli Defence Force committed war crimes, report alleges

The Australian Federal Police are considering a brief of evidence alleging an Australian citizen committed war crimes while serving with the Israeli Defence Force in Gaza. The brief, prepared by the Australian Centre for International Justice, details three charges including war crimes and a crime against humanity related to property destruction.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3

Tibetan man dies after self-immolation near UN headquarters, activists say

A man died from severe burns near the United Nations headquarters in New York City, with activists identifying him as a Tibetan who set himself on fire in an appeal for independence. The incident comes amid global opposition to China's new ethnic unity law.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 3