Security Council LIVE: Increasing attacks and Russian threats prompt emergency meeting in Ukraine

Security Council LIVE: Increasing attacks and Russian threats prompt emergency meeting in Ukraine

the UN Security Council In the early hours of May 23 and 24, Russia launched a massive barrage of missiles and drones against multiple Ukrainian cities. Since then, Moscow has threatened further sustained attacks. Sharp divisions among Council members are expected, with European nations demanding an immediate ceasefire while Russia insists its strikes target only…

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World news in brief: Violence in Lebanon continues, Israel ‘cuts ties’ with UN chief, Internal displacement in Haiti and warns France over prison overcrowding

World news in brief: Violence in Lebanon continues, Israel ‘cuts ties’ with UN chief, Internal displacement in Haiti and warns France over prison overcrowding

According to the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), approximately 670 projectile movements were recorded on Wednesday, the highest number since the cessation of hostilities came into effect on April 17. The mission also reported increased ground and air activity by the Israeli military, including armored vehicle movements and attacks north of the Litani River….

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