Bold action needed now to address ‘cataclysmic’ situation in Haiti

Bold action needed now to address ‘cataclysmic’ situation in Haiti

Corruption, impunity, and poor governance, compounded by increasing levels of gang violence, have eroded the rule of law in the Caribbean country and brought State institutions close to collapse. The impact of generalised insecurity on the population is dire and deteriorating, severely affecting human rights. Prevent further suffering  “Tackling insecurity must be a top priority…

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UN envoy backs demand for immediate Gaza ceasefire amid ‘cataclysmic suffering’

UN envoy backs demand for immediate Gaza ceasefire amid ‘cataclysmic suffering’

The call by Special Coordinator Tor Wennesland followed Monday’s adoption by the Security Council of a resolution “demanding” an immediate ceasefire in the enclave for the remainder of Ramadan, and the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. However, intense hostilities have continued between Israeli forces and Hamas fighters, with reports of many killed overnight,…

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