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international-politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"West Condemns Putin's Election Win, China and India Strengthen Ties"

Western governments criticize Putin's election win as unfair and undemocratic, while China, India, North Korea, and Iran congratulate him. The contrasting reactions highlight geopolitical divisions exacerbated by Russia's actions in Ukraine. Western leaders condemn the election held in occupied Ukrainian regions, while the Kremlin dismisses criticism and asserts Putin's strong support. African countries, particularly Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, view Putin's re-election as reinforcing a new geopolitical balance of power on the continent.

via Reuters|

#china #election #india

international-relations1 year ago•4 min saved

"Over 800 Western Officials Condemn Israel's Gaza Policy as War-Crimes Complicity"

Over 800 government officials in the US and Europe have criticized their countries' leaders for providing unconditional military and diplomatic support to Israel amid the crisis in Gaza, warning of complicity in war crimes and humanitarian catastrophe. The letter, coordinated by officials in The Netherlands, the US, and European Union bodies, calls for a halt to military support, a lasting ceasefire, full humanitarian access in Gaza, and a strategy for lasting peace that includes a secure Palestinian state and guarantees for Israel's security. This marks a significant sign of dissent within Western governments over their support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

via Consortium News|

#gaza #humanitarian-crisis #international-relations

international-relations1 year ago•3 min saved

"Diplomatic Storm: UNRWA's Funding Crisis and Allegations in Gaza"

The UN's Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is facing a funding crisis as several Western governments suspend their support over allegations of UNRWA staff involvement in attacks on Israel. The agency provides vital aid, infrastructure, and education to Palestinians in Gaza and other areas. Israel and its allies have long criticized UNRWA for perpetuating anti-Israel views and have seized on the funding crisis to bolster their arguments. The fate of UNRWA has significant implications for the millions of Palestinian refugees it serves, and the question remains as to who will step in if the agency is unable to continue its work in the region.

via BBC.com|

#gaza #international-relations #israel

economy2 years ago•2 min saved

China's Foreign Investment Deficit Reflects Western Pressure for Risk Reduction

China has recorded its first-ever quarterly deficit in foreign direct investment (FDI), with direct investment liabilities reaching a deficit of $11.8 billion during the July-September period. This deficit reflects the challenges Beijing faces in attracting overseas companies amid Western governments' "de-risking" moves and growing geopolitical tensions. Factors such as multinational companies repatriating earnings and interest rate differentials between China and developed countries have contributed to the decline in China's inward FDI. The deficit in FDI, along with other economic pressures, is expected to prompt a strategic response from Chinese authorities, including interventions to support the currency and curb yuan selling.

via Reuters|

#capital-outflow-pressures #china #de-risking

human-rights2 years ago•1 min saved

UN Human Rights Official Resigns in Protest of Gaza's Genocide

Craig Mokhiber, the director in the New York Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, has resigned from the United Nations over what he describes as a "text-book case of genocide" in Gaza. In a letter to the UN's High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mokhiber criticized Western governments for their complicity in the conflict, accusing them of arming and supporting Israel's atrocities. His resignation comes amid increasing reports of antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents worldwide, and as the death toll in Gaza surpasses 8,000 since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

via New York Daily News|

#gaza #genocide #human-rights

international-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

International Community Calls for Israeli Restraint as Tensions Escalate

Western governments, including the United States and France, are urging Israel to exercise restraint in its military campaign against Hamas in Gaza, amid fears that the conflict could escalate further. While expressing support for Israel's right to defend itself, these governments emphasize the importance of preserving civilian populations and taking measures to protect ordinary Palestinians. Concerns are growing that the situation could lead to a full-blown regional war, and there are calls for stabilizing the situation and returning to negotiations. The United Nations and NGOs have warned of a potential humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as Israel's counteroffensive has resulted in a high number of Palestinian casualties and a complete siege on the coastal strip.

via POLITICO Europe|

#conflict #gaza #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Former Russian President's Vision: West Desperately Seeking Negotiations with Russia in the Future"

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, expressed his belief that the West will eventually beg Russia for negotiations and a freeze on the conflict in Ukraine. He stated that it will take time for Western governments to change and tire of the situation, but eventually, they will prioritize their own interests. Medvedev called for the destruction of Ukraine if necessary, claiming that it is an existential conflict and that Russia must fully control Ukraine to prevent the collective West from tearing Russia apart.

via Yahoo News|

#dmitry-medvedev #international-relations #negotiations