two-state solution in Gaza
In 2002 the Arab League endorsed a Saudi proposal that promised Israel normal relations with Arab countries after a two-state solution: by ending its conflict with the Palestinians, Israel could end all its regional conflicts. The Arab Peace Initiative was meant to be a powerful inducement. Israel might be more willing to take its boot
Russian spy arrested in Ukraine
Dramatic video of the man’s capture was shared by the Ukrainian Security Service with a few details about what the Russian spy was doing to undermine Ukraine’s war effort. The alleged spy was collecting intelligence along roadside routes close to the frontlines in Zaporizhzhia Oblast and was providing Russia with details on equipment and troops.
black fever in Bangladesh
Since 2005 Member countries and WHO have been making concerted efforts to strengthen case management, integrated vector management, effective disease surveillance, social mobilization and operational research, as part of the first Regional Strategic Framework for Elimination of Kala-azar in South-East Asia Region. Bangladesh has become the first country globally to be validated for elimination of
Massive Russian shelling offensive
Since launching its offensive last February, Moscow has fired millions of artillery shells on Ukrainian cities, towns and villages along the frontlines. Several settlements across the eastern part of the country have been reduced to rubble. Ukraine said Russia has shelled more than 100 settlements over the last 24 hours more than on any other
Wework files for bankruptcy
In August, WeWork raised “substantial doubt” about its ability to continue operations. At the time, the company said in a statement that it faced challenges including softer demand and a “difficult” operating environment. It has also seen the exit of several top executives this year, including chief executive and chairman Sandeep Mathrani. The firm was
Managing AI risk
Relations between China and the West are fraught in many areas – but the country’s Vice Minister Wu Zhaohui told the conference it was seeking a spirit of openness in AI. Meanwhile, US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo said the US would be launching its own AI Safety Institute following the summit. UK Technology Secretary
Turkey and Japan to spearhead global peace
Turkiye (Turkey) and Japan, which stand out as two countries that embrace the understanding of humanitarian diplomacy, will jointly undertake the role of being an effective actor in the international arena for regional and global stability. On the occasion of Turkey’s 100th anniversary since its founding on Oct. 29, the Presidency’s Director of Communications Fahrettin
France Arrests Kuzmichev
French police have arrested Russian billionaire Alexei Kuzmichev, one of the co-founders of the Alfa Group who is targeted by EU sanctions, on suspicion of tax fraud and violating sanctions. Two yachts worth more than five million euros ($5.3 million) owned by Kuzmichev, who claims to have family ties in France, were seized by the
Women forces in Russia to Join Wagner
Women have so far taken few frontline combat roles in Ukraine, though there is a strong tradition of female snipers and other combat troops serving in Soviet forces during the Second World War. A Russian mercenary group is attempting to recruit women for combat roles in Ukraine. It is part of a group of mercenary
Facebook Algorithms contributed to the deaths in Tigray
Facebook is a popular and a major source of information for many Ethiopians. But its role in allegedly spreading hate speech increasingly came under the spotlight during the conflict between federal government and allied forces on the one side and Tigrayan forces on the other. The conflict ended almost a year ago following a peace