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🇳🇬 Punch
World

UN rights chief warns conflicts have nearly doubled since 2010

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights highlights a worrying trend of increasing armed conflicts globally, noting that the number has nearly doubled since 2010 to around 60 active conflicts.

Feb 27 • 11:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Why Pakistan-Afghan war is most dangerous in decades and should be dreaded by all

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated to a dangerous level that could have significant implications for global stability amidst other geopolitical conflicts.

Feb 27 • 11:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Without moral credibility, the UN is just a theater

The article critiques the UN for its perceived lack of moral credibility and effectiveness in addressing global conflicts while promoting questionable appointments.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Sexual violence continues as a form of torture in wars, says former UN prosecutor for Rwanda

Charles Adeogun-Phillips discusses the historical significance of recognizing sexual violence in conflict as torture and its implications in current global conflicts.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

$2.63 Trillion: Why the World is Rearming

Countries worldwide have significantly increased military spending in response to global conflicts and instability, with Germany ranking fourth in defense expenditures.

Feb 25 • 05:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

2.63 trillion dollars: Why the world is rearming

The global military expenditures reached 2.63 trillion dollars, driven by ongoing conflicts and security concerns, with Germany ranking fourth in military spending.

Feb 25 • 05:48 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatchewan residents seeking safety amid violence in Mexico

Many Canadians, including residents from Saskatchewan, are trapped in Mexico amidst escalating violence linked to drug cartel conflicts.

Feb 24 • 15:18 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

The Cost of 'Bystander' After Undermining the Rule of Law: A Wake-up Call for Japan After Four Years of Invasion

The article discusses the ongoing impact of the Ukraine invasion on the country and other nations, highlighting a warning for Japan on the consequences of remaining passive in global conflicts.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Sudan: Doing What's Right Is 'Not a Spectator Sport', Human Rights Council Warned

The UN Human Rights Council marked its 20th anniversary by emphasizing the importance of human rights amidst global conflicts, with Secretary-General António Guterres urging accountability from powerful nations.

Feb 23 • 16:12 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

UN Chief: Human Rights Are Under Attack

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns that human rights are under global attack, citing significant violations and suffering in conflicts like Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine.

Feb 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kristen Michal: It is time to confront value conflicts

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal emphasizes the importance of navigating value conflicts and urges for a future-oriented approach in his speech.

Feb 22 • 16:42 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

It really does put a big limit on his negotiating power

President Trump condemned the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that struck down his global tariffs and announced a new 10% tariff despite potential conflicts with Congress.

Feb 20 • 23:11 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: African Conflicts Barely Registered At Munich - but China Is Paying Attention

The Munich Security Conference highlighted Africa's struggles to gain attention on security issues, overshadowed by global conflicts like Ukraine.

Feb 20 • 11:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Folhinha edition on diplomacy and conflicts in the world wins Grande Prêmio Folha 2025

A children's edition of Folha exploring diplomacy and global conflicts has won the Grande Prêmio Folha de Jornalismo 2025.

Feb 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The role of Trump, who has joined, the objectives: what it is and how the Board of Peace works

The Board of Peace is an organization established by Donald Trump to oversee ceasefires in Gaza and resolve global conflicts, comprising around 30 member countries alongside four observers, including Italy.

Feb 18 • 13:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran, Gaza, Ukraine… Turkey Becomes an International Mediator

Turkey is increasingly playing a mediator role in major global conflicts including Iran, Gaza, and Ukraine.

Feb 15 • 04:53 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Africa's Rebellion Against Former Empires: The Roots - Philosopher Achille Mbembe

Achille Mbembe discusses Africa's response to former empires and modern powers shaping new spheres of influence amidst ongoing conflicts and political turmoil.

Feb 15 • 02:31 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Lagarde's Alarm: "With Conflicts and Disorder, Tensions in the Markets Will Be More Frequent"

Christine Lagarde emphasizes the increasing market tensions due to global conflicts and disorder during her remarks in Monaco.

Feb 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Munich Security Conference. Rubio: ‘Disagreements because the US wants a strong Europe’

The Munich Security Conference highlighted transatlantic relations and global conflicts, featuring a speech by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and discussions on China's role in international affairs.

Feb 14 • 08:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Metrolinx CEO promises fewer legal battles on future Ontario transit projects

The CEO of Metrolinx has announced a commitment to reduce legal conflicts in upcoming Ontario transit projects following challenges faced during the completion of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.

Feb 13 • 21:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Munich Security Conference President: The World is Experiencing Unprecedented Disruption

The president of the Munich Security Conference, Wolfgang Ischinger, warns of unprecedented global disruption with rising conflicts in Europe and beyond.

Feb 13 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Nuclear Weapons: Playing with Fire

The article discusses the concerning implications of the recent termination of the New START treaty, highlighting the risk of large-scale conflicts amid rising global tensions and nuclear arms development.

Feb 12 • 19:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

DN Debate. "Four Transformations that are Shaking the World Right Now"

The article discusses four key geopolitical shifts currently reshaping global dynamics, emphasizing the need to adapt to a new order of persistent conflicts and power rivalries.

Feb 12 • 19:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

What is the Global South? Countries Increasingly Making Their Presence Felt

The concept of the 'Global South' refers to developing and emerging countries, which are gaining international recognition for their distinct viewpoints and strategies, particularly in relation to geopolitical conflicts.

Feb 12 • 02:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

For 40 years, she took thousands of pictures of Copenhageners and their city

The exhibition 'Warrior' opens at a critical time, bringing attention to the role of soldiers and fighters amid current global conflicts.

Feb 11 • 09:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Munich Security Conference: Washington shifts from protecting the global system to dismantling it

A report from the Munich Security Conference indicates that the United States has transitioned from being a protector of the global system to actively dismantling it due to perceived conflicts with its interests.

Feb 9 • 16:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Al Jazeera Forum Discusses the Impact of the Digital Revolution on Global Power Dynamics

The Al Jazeera Forum highlights the increasing influence of digital technologies on power dynamics globally, especially in the context of recent conflicts.

Feb 8 • 13:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Syria: A Stable Middle East? Not Without a Solution for the Kurds

The violent end of Kurdish autonomy in Syria's Rojava has gone largely unnoticed amid other global conflicts, despite its potential to further destabilize the Middle East.

Feb 8 • 11:49 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Trump's Peace Board to Debut in February: When Will the First Meeting Be and What Will It Address?

The Trump Peace Board is set to hold its inaugural meeting on February 19 in Washington D.C., focusing on global conflicts, starting with Gaza, and aiming to raise funds for reconstruction efforts.

Feb 7 • 22:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

February 19, the date for the first meeting of Trump's Peace Board

The first meeting of the Peace Board initiated by US President Donald Trump to address global conflicts will be held on February 19 in Washington D.C.

Feb 7 • 21:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The threat of a third World War looms, watch 'War Room' on the wars raging in the world

The program 'War Room' discusses the escalating conflicts around the world that are raising fears of a new World War.

Feb 7 • 18:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Orban: I have been invited to the inaugural meeting of Trump's Peace Committee

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced he will travel to Washington in two weeks for the inaugural meeting of Donald Trump's Peace Committee aimed at resolving global conflicts.

Feb 7 • 15:31 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

“It is important that Sweden stands up for international law”

A report by the humanitarian organization Rescue highlights the simultaneous global conflicts and the significant decline in international aid, stressing Sweden's vital role in advocating for international law.

Feb 7 • 14:02 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

These are the 3 countries where the most religions coexist united (and all of them are in Asia)

The article discusses three Asian countries where multiple religions coexist harmoniously, illustrating models of religious tolerance and shared space despite global conflicts.

Feb 7 • 07:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

EDITORIAL ⟩ Olympic Conflicts Ahead

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics ties the past and present of the sports sector while charting a path into the future, highlighting how the event has evolved from a small gathering to a global media and business affair with political implications.

Feb 6 • 20:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Sports

Guardiola responds to critics after comments on Palestine, Ukraine

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola defends his right to speak on global issues, specifically mentioning conflicts in Palestine and Ukraine, after facing criticism for his comments.

Feb 6 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Spain turns a blind eye to 'forgotten and silenced' armed conflicts

A survey by Manos Unidas reveals that nine out of ten Spaniards feel uninformed about global conflicts, while 70% are unaware of the actual number of active ones.

Feb 4 • 23:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Rare minerals cause global conflicts. But what are they actually used for?

The article discusses a meeting organized by the Trump administration with EU ministers regarding key minerals, highlighting the significance and use of rare earth elements crucial for high-tech devices, primarily sourced from China.

Feb 4 • 11:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Sports

Manchester City Coach Asks: Do You See What's Happening? In Palestine, Ukraine, the USA?

Pep Guardiola emphasized the need for awareness and compassion regarding global suffering, specifically referencing conflicts in Palestine, Ukraine, and the United States, and the impact on innocent lives.

Feb 4 • 05:19 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: WHO Launches 2026 Appeal to Help Millions of People in Health Emergencies and Crisis Settings

The World Health Organization has initiated a 2026 global appeal to provide health care access to millions affected by humanitarian crises and conflicts.

Feb 4 • 05:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

New world order - a sign that we are mentally regressing?

The article discusses the apparent regression of global governance and morality, drawing parallels between historical quotes and modern-day conflicts and crises.

Feb 3 • 01:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

USA against Denmark, for Valentine's Day the ice is boiling

On Valentine's Day, the USA will face Denmark in a heated ice hockey match at the Santa Giulia venue in Milan, showcasing the intersection of sports and global conflicts.

Feb 3 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Criticizes the government for negligence regarding the country's food security

A former soil conservation director criticizes the Icelandic government for neglecting the nation’s food security during current global conflicts.

Feb 2 • 20:04 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Trump's Letter to Norwegians and Conflicts Within VG

The article discusses Donald Trump's recent letter to Norway's Prime Minister, in which he expresses a change in his commitment to global peace following the Norwegian Nobel Committee's decision not to award him the Nobel Peace Prize, along with internal conflicts within the Left Green Movement in Reykjavik.

Jan 19 • 11:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Doubts Surround Gaza's Future, and Solving Its Crisis Requires International Mobilization

Major international newspapers highlight the precarious situation in Gaza amidst ongoing conflicts and international tensions involving Iran and Greenland.

Jan 16 • 08:01 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Putin warns global situation ‘deteriorating’

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the global situation is increasingly deteriorating due to old conflicts reigniting and new flashpoints emerging.

Jan 15 • 16:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

American magazine: the army cannot fight on all fronts at the same time

An American magazine highlights the U.S. military's challenges in deploying resources across multiple global conflicts amid rising tensions in various regions.

Jan 15 • 14:16 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Before the Start of the World Economic Forum: Davos Evokes the Spirit of Dialogue

The World Economic Forum in Davos highlights concerns over war and economic conflicts as top priorities, while climate issues take a backseat in its latest risk report.

Jan 14 • 14:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

2025: China's Foreign Trade Reaches Record Surplus

In 2025, China's foreign trade achieved a record surplus of nearly $1.2 trillion, with exports growing by 5.5% to approximately $3.8 trillion while imports remained steady at around $2.6 trillion despite global conflicts.

Jan 14 • 06:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

The Silent Crisis of Underpopulation: Why the World is Having Fewer Children

A study published in The Lancet discusses the complex issue of underpopulation, highlighting conflicts between birth rate policies and societal changes, individual choices, and concerns about the future.

Jan 13 • 09:45 UTC

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