Category: Global News
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 631
As the war enters its 631st day, these are the main developments.
Solomon Islands eyes ‘long-lasting legacy’ as counts down to Pacific Games
The event has cost an estimated $250m, but the government believes it is money well spent given the potential benefits.
Joe Biden meets with China’s Xi Jinping on sidelines of APEC summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping called the US-China relationship 'the most important bilateral relationship in the world.'
UN Security Council adopts resolution for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza
The 15-member body approved the Malta-sponsored draft after four failed attempts to respond to Israel-Hamas war.
Iran advances nuclear enrichment while still barring inspectors: IAEA
Watchdog says stonewalling of inspectors 'extreme and unjustified' as stockpile reaches 22 times the nuclear deal limit.
US ‘did not give OK’ for Israeli raid of al-Shifa hospital in Gaza
Palestinian authorities in Gaza reject Israeli claims that weapons were found in raid on al-Shifa Hospital.
Seven-wicket Shami derails New Zealand as India roar into World Cup final
Right-arm Indian pacer becomes fastest bowler in history of ICC World Cup to complete 50-wicket haul.
Turkey’s Erdogan calls Israel a ‘terror state’, criticises the West
Turkish president sharpens criticism of Israel and its allies, calls for Israeli officials to be tried for war crimes.
Will Xi and Biden mend US-China relations at the APEC summit?
Xi aims to revive investments in sluggish Chinese economy while Biden looks to keep temperatures 'low' in Asia-Pacific.
Can Biden pressure Israel for a ceasefire in Gaza?
The US president appears to be struggling to assert his influence on Israel to stop the war.