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The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed concern about the political course of a number of countries and the escalation of violence in the world. Particular attention was paid to the wars in Ukraine and other countries, and women's rights in Afghanistan and Iran.
The Kremlin says that the US and Russia's positions on geopolitics have converged after Trump's change of course. Lavrov praised the US president's “common sense” and Peskov welcomed the new position on the UN resolution.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio approves accelerated military aid to Israel worth $4 billion. The decision includes bypassing bureaucratic procedures and lifting restrictions on arms exports.
Ukraine's healthcare system needs $19. 4 billion to rebuild over the next 10 years. Medical facilities in Donetsk, Kharkiv, Luhansk and Kherson regions suffered the greatest damage.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is facing a dilemma over a possible EU military mission in Ukraine. She has to balance between supporting European ambitions and maintaining good relations with Trump.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Georgiy Tykhyi commented on Peskov's statement about unwillingness to discuss the status of the occupied territories. He reminded of the illegitimacy of Russia's claims and pointed out that Russia itself violates its own constitution.
The President of Ukraine will visit Ireland to meet with Prime Minister Michael Martin. Zelenskyy will then travel to the United States to discuss an agreement on rare earth minerals.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to hand over the bodies of four hostages in exchange for the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. The exchange is scheduled for Wednesday evening, completing the first phase of the truce.
The first pilot complaints on behalf of Ukrainian children deported by Russia have been filed with the UN Human Rights Committee. It is planned to file 10 to 15 complaints by May 2024, and a decision is expected by the end of 2025.
Milorad Dodik was sentenced to a year in prison and a 6-year ban from holding the office of President of Republika Srpska. The sentence was passed for ignoring the decisions of the UN High Representative.
UN agencies report a critical situation in Haiti due to gang violence. Over the year, 5,600 deaths and more than a million internally displaced persons were recorded.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it is necessary to find out the conditions under which Russia is ready to end the war. The US plans to start negotiations with both sides of the conflict.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio explained why the US did not support the UN resolution condemning Russian aggression. According to him, the document contradicts the US efforts to negotiate peace between Ukraine and Russia.
The World Bank has estimated Ukraine's needs for recovery and reconstruction at $524 billion by 2034. The housing sector, transport, and energy were the most affected, with direct losses of $176 billion.
Defense Secretary Hegseth and National Security Advisor Waltz refused to call Russia the aggressor in the war against Ukraine. Trump's advisors avoided direct answers, calling the situation “complicated.
The US and Europe are fighting at the UN and G7 over the wording on the war in Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted an appeal to parliaments, governments and international organizations on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion. 244 MPs supported the document with calls for military, economic assistance and promotion of European integration.
Peter Szijjarto announced Hungary's support for the American resolution on the war in Ukraine, which does not condemn Russia. The Hungarian minister explained this by Donald Trump's “pro-peace” stance.
A video of the shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war from the 82nd Brigade in Kursk region has appeared on social media. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets appeals to the UN and the Red Cross regarding Russia's war crime.
The Sudanese paramilitary forces RSF and their allies have signed an agreement to establish a parallel government in Nairobi. This comes amid a two-year civil war that has already claimed tens of thousands of lives.
The commander of the Swiss Armed Forces announced his readiness to provide 200 troops for a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. This requires a request from the UN and the approval of the Swiss government.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of a common understanding of security guarantees between partners. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for concrete actions and solutions to prevent Russian aggression in the world.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of global support on the eve of the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to adhere to the UN principles of sovereignty and protection from aggression.
The Trump administration is asking Kiev to withdraw its annual resolution condemning Russia's war in favor of a softened US version. Ukraine refused to comply with the request, viewing the new text as pro-Russian.
Minister Sibiga responds to Russia's proposal to “eliminate the root causes” of the war, naming Russia's true motives. The US submits a new draft resolution to the UN to end hostilities in Ukraine.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls on UN members to support a U.S. resolution on Ukraine. Trump believes that this document can lead to a lasting peace, not a temporary pause.
On February 22, the world celebrates the International Day in Support of Victims of Crime and the European Equal Pay Day. This day is also the Day of Modesty and World Encephalitis Day.
The U. S. refused to call Russia an “aggressor” at a meeting to prepare a tribunal against Putin. The Trump administration did not support the G7 statement and may withdraw from international efforts to prosecute Russia.
The United States is undecided on whether to support the UN resolution on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Republican senators introduced a bill to terminate the US membership in the UN and its funding. The initiators criticize the UN as a platform for attacks on the United States.