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Rada plans to restore greenhouse gas emissions monitoring system
Britain refuses to confirm authorization for Ukraine to use Storm Shadow against targets in Russia: claims “proportional” support
US Senate rejects resolutions to limit military aid to Israel
US blocks UN resolution on ceasefire in Gaza
Violence in Haiti: about 150 people have already died
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Macron makes a loud statement of support for Ukraine on the thousandth day of the war
Ukraine warns at the UN against appeasing Putin: “He wants war”
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United States vowed to continue efforts to punish war crimes in Russia's war against Ukraine
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Ombudsman: case of alleged shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Kursk region reported online
Rada plans to restore greenhouse gas emissions monitoring system
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a bill to restore mandatory monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions, which has been voluntary since the beginning of the war. The system will ensure the collection of verified data to create a system of emissions trading.
Britain refuses to confirm authorization for Ukraine to use Storm Shadow against targets in Russia: claims “proportional” support
The British government refused to comment on the authorization to use Storm Shadow missiles against targets in Russia. Defense Minister Geeley said the front line is unstable and that support for Ukraine is increasing.
US Senate rejects resolutions to limit military aid to Israel
The U. S. Senate voted against two resolutions aimed at limiting the supply of tank and mortar shells to Israel. Senator Bernie Sanders' initiatives did not receive majority support due to concerns about Israel's security.
US blocks UN resolution on ceasefire in Gaza
The United States vetoed a UN resolution on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip because it did not include a demand for the release of Israeli hostages. The conflict has been going on for 13 months and has claimed the lives of 44,000 people.
Violence in Haiti: about 150 people have already died
About 150 people have been killed in a new wave of violence between gangs and police in Haiti. The UN calls for an end to the violence, and Médecins Sans Frontières suspends its work after an attack on its staff.
Ombudsman: Russian military probably shot Ukrainian prisoners of war in Kursk region
Dmytro Lubinets reported on the alleged shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian military in Kursk region. The Ombudsman sent letters to the UN and the ICRC regarding this war crime.
Despite economic dependence on tea: “green deserts” are being revived in southern India
In the Nilgiris region of South India, environmentalists are trying to restore natural forests destroyed by tea plantations. Industrial tea cultivation has destroyed 70% of local forests and meadows over 200 years.
UN approves interim aid plan for Ukraine worth more than $2 billion
The WFP has approved a strategic plan to assist Ukraine for 2025-2027 with a budget of $2. 1 billion. The plan includes humanitarian assistance, demining, and support for agricultural exports.
How many Ukrainian children have suffered from war: statistics on World Children's Day
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, 592 children have been killed and 1702 more injured. More than 19,000 children have been deported, and 1,934 are missing.
UN: Israel blocks humanitarian aid for Gaza hospital
The Israeli military prevented the delivery of food to a hospital in the northern Gaza Strip. According to the UN Secretary General, 31 humanitarian missions in the region have been blocked.
Ukraine's environmental damage from the full-scale war reached $71 billion
During the 1000 days of the war, Russia committed more than 6500 environmental crimes, destroying 3 million hectares of forests. 139 thousand square kilometers of land have been contaminated, and greenhouse gas emissions due to the war amount to 180 million tons.
Ukraine presented an ambitious climate plan at COP29: what was promised to the world
At the UN Climate Conference COP29, Ukraine pledged to reduce emissions by 65% by 2030. The plan envisages investments of $78 billion and an increase in the share of renewable energy to 27%.
Macron makes a loud statement of support for Ukraine on the thousandth day of the war
The French president said that support for Ukraine will not weaken in the face of Russian aggression. Macron emphasized that the West stands firmly with Ukraine for freedom, peace and justice.
Ukraine warns at the UN against appeasing Putin: “He wants war”
Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the UN Office in Geneva, Yevheniya Filipenko, said that Putin does not want peace after large-scale air strikes on the energy system. She called on allies to provide additional military assistance and increase diplomatic pressure on Russia.
More than 3.7 thousand Ukrainian citizens returned home thanks to the work of the Coordination Center for the Treatment of Prisoners of War: algorithm of actions for relatives of prisoners and missing persons
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, more than 50 exchanges have been conducted, and 3,767 military and civilians have been returned. A step-by-step procedure for families of prisoners and missing persons has been developed.
Tomorrow, Sikorsky convenes a meeting in the Weimar+ format on Ukraine. Andriy Sybiga is among those invited
The Polish Foreign Minister organizes a meeting in the Weimar+ format to discuss assistance to Ukraine. The meeting will discuss countering Russia's attempts to impose its vision of the outcome of the war.
At least 183 civilians were killed in Ukraine in October: Lubinets reacts
In October, 183 civilians died and 903 were injured in Ukraine as a result of Russian shelling. 80% of the casualties were recorded near the frontline, with Kherson, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions suffering the most.
COP29 experts: Why the 1.5°C temperature reduction target has become unattainable
Three leading research groups predict a 1. 5°C rise in global temperatures in 2024. Experts recognize the impossibility of achieving the climate goal due to prolonged inaction.
Turkey closes airspace for Israeli President's plane
Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog has canceled his visit to the UN climate conference in Baku because Turkey refused to grant him permission to fly over. Officially, the reason for the cancellation was “security concerns.
Countries and companies ignore most of the UN reports on methane emissions
The UN has reported more than 1,200 methane leaks in the oil and gas sector, but only 15 cases have been responded to. Satellite data show that actual emissions are 10 times higher than previous estimates.
Finnish peacekeepers come under fire in Lebanon
While patrolling in Marak, five armored vehicles of Finnish UNIFIL peacekeepers came under fire. As a result of the incident, the rear window of one of the vehicles was damaged, and there were no casualties.
United States vowed to continue efforts to punish war crimes in Russia's war against Ukraine
U. S. State Department spokesperson Monica Jacobsen reiterated the U.S.'s continued support for Ukraine. The United States will continue to help bring to justice those responsible for war crimes against Ukrainians.
Elon Musk's secret meeting with Iranian ambassador: what was discussed in New York
Elon Musk held an hour-long meeting with Iranian UN Ambassador Amir Saeeda Iranian in New York. The parties discussed ways to reduce tensions between the United States and Iran.
russia open to any peace talks on Ukraine if Trump starts them - mass media
Russia's ambassador to the United Nations says he is ready to dialog with Trump on Ukraine. The talks should take into account “realities on the ground” and russia's current successes.
2024 is likely to be the first year with an average temperature above 1.5°C
2024 could be the first year when global warming reaches 1. 5°C above pre-industrial levels. The El Niño phenomenon and CO₂ emissions will lead to extreme weather conditions around the world.
At COP29, the UK pledges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035
The UK has pledged to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035 compared to 1990. Prime Minister Keir Starmer presented this goal at the UN Climate Change Conference in Baku.
NYT: Trump may nominate Senator Rubio as US Secretary of State
NYT: Donald Trump is preparing to nominate Senator Marco Rubio for the post of US Secretary of State. Rubio, known for his hawkish stance on China and Iran, has recently been supporting Trump's policies.
Musk has become an influential figure in Trump's entourage since election: influences personnel decisions - media outlet
Billionaire Ilon Musk has been spending a lot of time with Trump at Mar-a-Lago since the US election. Musk is involved in personnel decisions and shaping Trump's future administration.
Trump has chosen a new ambassador to the UN: what is known about candidate Alice Stefanik
Donald Trump has nominated Republican Alice Stefanik as a candidate for the post of U. S. ambassador to the United Nations. Stefanik is known for her criticism of the UN and controversial stance on Ukraine - she supported sanctions against rf, but voted against new funding.
Ombudsman: case of alleged shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Kursk region reported online
Dmytro Lubinets reported on online reports of the alleged shooting of two unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian troops in the Kursk region. The Ombudsman sent an appeal to the UN and the ICRC.