UN Security Council reaffirms strong support for the Libyan people

UN Security Council reaffirms strong support for the Libyan people

As the oil-rich North African nation continues to be ravaged by instability and clashes between rival authorities and armed groups, the Council’s statement outlined some of its pressing concerns. Libyan-owned process Members reaffirmed their strong commitment to an inclusive, Libyan-led and Libyan-owned political process, facilitated by the UN and supported by the international community. It…

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Russia’s energy grid attacks, torture in Ukraine, could be crimes against humanity: UN rights probe

Russia’s energy grid attacks, torture in Ukraine, could be crimes against humanity: UN rights probe

According to the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, set up one year ago at the request of the Human Rights Council, Russian troops committed a “wide range” of violations across the country, many of which are war crimes. These included attacks with explosive weapons in populated areas, wilful killings of civilians, unlawful confinement, torture, rape…

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The retiring member will not be able to enter the European Parliament for 6 months

The retiring member will not be able to enter the European Parliament for 6 months

File photo Any member who retires after completing his term will not be able to enter the European Parliament for 6 months. The proposal is being considered by European Parliament President Roberta Metsula and a management committee comprising 14 vice-presidents of the Parliament to protect the Parliament from issues like Qatar Gate. In this proposal…

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