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In Moldova's presidential runoff, pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu is poised to secure re-election against pro-Russian candidate Alexandr Stoianoglo. The election has been marred by allegations of Russian interference and vote-buying schemes, raising concerns about the country's future direction amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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The UK government is contemplating sanctions against Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir due to their inflammatory remarks regarding Palestinians. This follows recent UK sanctions on Israeli settlers amid escalating humanitarian concerns in Gaza, where the situation remains dire with over 42,000 reported deaths.
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The UN Palestinian refugee agency has urged for a temporary truce in northern Gaza to allow civilians to escape dire humanitarian conditions. Health officials report severe shortages of medical supplies as Israeli assaults continue, leading to significant civilian casualties. The US has also pressed Israel to increase humanitarian aid access.
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Israel's parliament is poised to pass a bill that would severely restrict the operations of the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), exacerbating tensions with the UN amid accusations of crimes against humanity in Gaza. The situation has drawn international condemnation and raised concerns about humanitarian aid for Palestinians.
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Israel's parliament has passed legislation banning the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its territory, threatening vital humanitarian aid to millions of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The laws, which take effect in three months, have drawn widespread international condemnation and could exacerbate the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
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On October 28, 2024, Israel's Knesset passed two laws restricting the operations of the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in Israel and the Palestinian territories. The legislation, which takes effect in 90 days, has drawn international condemnation and raises concerns about worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
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On October 29, 2024, Israel's Knesset passed legislation banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its territory. This decision, which has drawn international condemnation, threatens humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza and the West Bank amid ongoing conflict.
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A panel of food security experts warns of an imminent famine in northern Gaza due to the ongoing conflict and severe restrictions on humanitarian aid. The situation has deteriorated rapidly, with calls for immediate action to prevent catastrophic outcomes for the population.