Category: Global News
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 656
As the war enters its 656th day, these are the main developments.
Myanmar’s generals face new threat to grip on power as gas supplies dwindle
Min Aung Hlaing's administration is facing energy shortages as it struggles to quell opposition to its rule.
Attack on Red Cross convoy in Sudan kills at least two, injures seven
The ICRC says it is shocked and appalled by the attack, which it described as deliberate.
Palestinians call for global strike on Monday to demand immediate ceasefire
Trade union activists and international influencers join call for global strike on December 11 as Israel pummels Gaza.
Nearly 300 killed in Gaza in 24 hours as Hamas, Netanyahu trade threats
Hamas warns no captives would leave Gaza alive unless demands met while the Israeli PM asks the group to surrender.
Could an Israeli designated safe zone in Gaza become another ‘death zone’?
Rights groups criticise Israeli move to displace Palestinians to a tiny and barren area.
Iran begins trial of Swedish EU employee accused of ‘spying for Israel’
Johan Floderus, arrested at Tehran airport in April last year, charged with operating through US and European projects.
Violence escalates between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah amid Gaza assault
Hezbollah fires explosive drones and missiles at Israeli positions as Israeli strikes hit several south Lebanon areas.
COP28 pledges so far not enough to limit warming to 1.5C, warns IEA
The International Energy Agency warns against lack of progress in limiting the global warming amid divisions at COP28.
‘A hand here, a head there’: Israeli warplanes kill dozens in central Gaza
About 45 members of Nisman family, who sheltered displaced relatives, targeted in latest Israeli attack.