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Earthquake aftermath threatens uneasy coexistence at Turkish-Syrian border

Reopening of Bab al-Salam border and Erdoğan’s promises to deport refugees exacerbate tensions between Turks and Syrians

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Massive majority expected in UN’s demand for Russia to leave Ukraine

Global south countries including China, South Africa and India expected to abstain. Plus, why Starbucks is putting virgin olive oil in coffee

The Guardian - UK

Middle East round-up: Panic, fear as new quakes hit Turkey, Syria

Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.

Al Jazeera

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‘Greta Thunberg and I are living proof that kids can change the world for good’

Melati Wijsen got plastic banned in Bali by the age of 14 — now she’s inspiring a new generation of teen activists across the world. Katie Strick meets her

Evening Standard

ISIS Attacks on Syria Truffle Hunters are Deadliest in a Year

The ISIS group has carried out its deadliest attacks in more than a year, killing dozens of civilians and security officers in the deserts of central Syria, even as people of northern Syria have been digging out of the wreckage from the region’s devastating earthquake. The bloodshed was a reminder…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Editorial: What does it take to be president? If you’ve got it, we want documentation

In announcing her decision to run for president in 2024, former UN Ambassador and South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley, suggested that candidates over the age of 75 should have to undergo a mental competency test. It was an obvious dig at both President Joe Biden, who is 80 years old,…

Tribune News Service

Tariq Saleh Warns: War is an Option if Houthis Wasted Peace Opportunities

The commander of the National Resistance Forces and member of the Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), Brigadier General Tariq Saleh, warned that war would be an option if the Houthi militias continued to waste peace opportunities. The Council, led by Rashad al-Alimi, seeks to give an opportunity to international and regional…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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IS attacks on Syria truffle hunters are deadliest in a year

In recent days, the Islamic State group has carried out its deadliest attacks in more than year, killing dozens of civilians and security officers in the deserts of central Syria

The Independent UK

Thursday briefing: How the first year of war in Ukraine unfolded, month by month

In today’s newsletter: 365 days after Russian troops first invaded the country, this is where the war stands – and how we got here

The Guardian - UK

Guterres: Situation in West Bank Most Combustible in Years

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Wednesday that the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories is at its “most combustible in years” against a backdrop of deadly accelerating surges of violence, “sky high” tensions, and a stalled Israeli-Palestinian peace process. “Our immediate priority must be to prevent further escalation, reduce…

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘Shockingly dangerous’: WHO raises alarm on pregnancy risks

UN health agency says one woman dies every two minutes during pregnancy or childbirth mostly from treatable conditions.

Al Jazeera

UN Chief Condemns Russian 'Affront' in Ukraine as Assembly Meets

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine Wednesday as the General Assembly met in a special session two days before the anniversary of Moscow's attack. "That invasion is an affront to our collective conscience," Guterres said, calling the anniversary "a grim milestone for the people of Ukraine…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine First Lady cites rights violations, urges tribunal

Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska has given a video tour of human rights violations in the country following Russia’s invasion almost a year ago

The Independent UK

Ukraine war – latest news: UN calls for Putin’s army to withdraw but China abstains

Six countries oppose move to isolate Russia and 32 abstain

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

UN expected to endorse demand for Russia to leave Ukraine

Global south countries including China, South Africa and India expected to abstain

Al Jazeera

Wang Yi meets Putin in sign of deepening China-Russia ties

Putin says relations between the two countries have reached ‘new frontiers’, confirming a summit with Xi Jinping.

The Guardian - AU

Russian invasion ‘an affront’, says UN chief, as assembly meets on Ukraine

UN general assembly debates motion calling for unconditional withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine on anniversary of war

ABC News

Indonesian security forces ready to rescue hostage pilot but New Zealand wanted plan ditched

Papuan police say New Zealand pilot Philip Mehrtens is in good health and negotiations are being prioritised, while the rebels say they want a UN-mediated discussion before releasing him.

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The Independent UK

Ukraine urges all nations to vote to preserve its territory

Ukraine’s foreign minister is urging the world’s nations as the anniversary of Russia’s invasion nears to prove they stand for the United Nations Charter and vote in favor of a U_N_ resolution calling for a peace that ensures his war-ravaged country’s “sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity.”

Reuters

Most parts of world saw maternal mortality rates spike in 2020

Maternal mortality rates climbed or stagnated in nearly all regions across the world in 2020, according to a report released by U.N. agencies on Wednesday, marking a major setback in global efforts to combat complications during childbirth or pregnancy.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

Nikki Haley’s campaign isn’t releasing her early fundraising. What that could mean

WASHINGTON — A week into her presidential campaign, Nikki Haley isn’t showing anyone the money.

Tribune News Service

Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy announces ‘anti-woke’ run for 2024 Republican presidential nod

Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has announced he is running as a Republican for president in 2024 on an “anti-woke” platform.

Reuters

U.N. to mark one year of Ukraine war with vote to 'go down in history'

Marking one year of war, Ukraine and Russia lobbied countries at the United Nations on Wednesday for backing ahead of a vote by the 193-member General Assembly that the United States declared will "go down in history."

The Independent UK

NATO chief sees 'some signs' China could back Russia's war

NATO’s chief says the military alliance has seen “some signs” that China may be planning to support Russia in its war in Ukraine, and strongly urged Beijing to desist from what would be a violation of international law

The Independent UK

UNESCO chief urges tougher regulation of social media

The United Nations’ educational, scientific and cultural agency chief is urging a global conversation on the regulation of social media and its role in the spread of misinformation in order to make the internet a safer place

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