The children killed were boys between 12 and 14 years of age. “UNICEF strongly condemns any strikes against schools and places of learning, which must always be safe spaces for children,” Debora Comini, UNICEF Regional Director for East Asia and the Pacific, said in a statement. “Attacks against schools are a grave violation of children’s…
Tor Wennesland is in New York for discussions on how to “chart a way out of this crisis and how we can do it with the parties on the ground.” He told journalists that “we know very well” what the impediments are for this to happen politically, which must be overcome. No ‘quick fix’ “I…
The morning assault reportedly involved Russian-fired missiles and drones which hit six Ukrainian regions leaving at least five dead. The attacks also disrupted essential services, including electricity, water and gas supplies, especially in Mykolaiv city and Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, when they are much needed this cold winter. “Millions of people rely on these services for…
This #ThrowbackThursday, we looked at his claim and what was in the vial. On 5 February 2003, Mr. Powell addressed the Council, laying out the case for the US invasion of Iraq the following month. “Every statement I make today is backed up by solid sources,” he said. “What we’re giving you are facts and conclusions….
Commenting on the “potentially positive news” surrounding the “huge efforts” involved in the latest international push for peace in Gaza spearheaded by Egypt, Qatar and the United States, Martin Griffiths, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, noted the possibility of “a long period of a pause (in fighting) to allow hostages out and…
Photo: File National cricketer Salman Ali Agha has said that he is trying to become a part of the national T20 team by performing well in Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9. Talking to the media in Lahore, Islamabad United’s Salman Ali Agha said that preparations for PSL 9 have started. He said that he was…
The International Cricket Council has released a new ranking of players. In the Test format, New Zealand’s batsman Kane Williamson has retained his first position while Australia’s Steve Smith has moved up a notch to the second position. England’s Joe Root has moved down one place to third place, while Pakistan’s Babar Azam is fifth…
Mohsin Naqvi — File photo Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has asked for the details of PCB’s expenses. According to the sources, the expenditure includes Pakistan cricket team, sports staff, expenses for organizing matches. Sources say that details of PCB’s annual budget and players’ remuneration have also been sought and the COO and CFO…
— File photo Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9 online ticket booking website has been restored. The management of PSL has issued a message on social networking website X. PSL management says that the website has been restored, cricket fans can now book tickets online. It should be noted that online ticket booking was scheduled…
Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9 online ticket booking website has been cyber-attacked. PSL management message on social media PSL management says that the technical team is solving the cyber attack on the website, it is expected that the website will be operational soon. It should be noted that online ticket booking was to start…
