Nighttime strikes cause death, destruction and power outages in Ukraine
Several civilians were killed and nearly 30 injured, including children, according to local authorities. Houses in seven regions, as well as in…
ESMA publishes latest Spotlight on Markets newsletter featuring updates on market integration and transparency
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published the latest edition of its…
Security Council remains divided on Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions remain in force
“Despite the intensification of diplomatic efforts during the second half of 2025, there has been no agreement on the path forward regarding…
World news in brief: Aid restrictions in Gaza, humanitarian needs in Syria, lawyer reprisals in Burundi
However, the humanitarian response has been unable to meet needs due to continued restrictions imposed by Israeli authorities, the UN aid coordination…
Myanmar elections marked by fear as UN warns civilians are being coerced on all sides
Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights warned that the military-controlled vote takes place against a backdrop of intensifying violence,…
DR Congo: Displaced people in South Kivu are on the verge of “total despair”, according to the WFP
This is according to the United Nations World Food Program (PAM), which announcement On Tuesday, it stepped up efforts to provide aid…
Vienna Volunteers Bring “Truth About Drugs” Education to Youth Before Dealers Do
KINGNEWSWIRE // PRESS RELEASE // “Sag NEIN zu Drogen – Österreich” expands street-level prevention outreach in Austria’s capital, combining community events, school…
Weekend attacks in Ukraine bring more casualties, damage infrastructure
Between Friday and early morning Monday, Ukrainian authorities said that over a dozen civilians were killed and more than 70 others injured, including two children. Basic…
LIVE: Security Council meets on Somalia and Iran
Senior UN political and humanitarian officials are due to brief the Security Council this afternoon as members meet to discuss the rapidly…
Stronger toy safety rules enter into force
The new Toy Safety Regulation will enter into force on 1 January 2026, following its adoption by the European Parliament and the…