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The US-Israel war on Iran is wreaking havoc on food aid, with a new report exposing a crisis beyond belief

The United Nations is sounding the alarm, warning that the ongoing US–Israel war on Iran could push global hunger levels to an unthinkable new record. We’re talking about a potential staggering increase of 45 million more people facing acute hunger if the conflict continues through June.

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100,000 flee South Sudan into Ethiopia, according to Unicef, amid violence

South Sudan's army forced an estimated 100,000 people to flee across the border into Ethiopia after ordering the evacuation of the opposition-held town of Akobo earlier this month, Unicef said Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

What to know about the resurgent war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah are rapidly escalating a new war that is hitting Beirut and pushing toward a wider ground fight

The Independent UK

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US intelligence chief says Iran not rebuilding nuclear programme, undercutting Donald Trump’s war rationale

US intelligence indicates Iran has not rebuilt nuclear enrichment capacity post-strikes, contradicting President Trump's war justification. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's testimony revealed no efforts to restore capability, despite Trump's claims of an imminent threat. This finding fuels Democratic pressure regarding the administration's rationale for the ongoing conflict.

The Times of India

Orbán's veto, Iran war and high energy prices set to dominate EU summit

Thursday's summit will see EU leaders try to convince Viktor Orbán to lift his controversial veto on the €90 billion to Ukraine. But hopes for a resolution before the Hungarian elections on 12 April are low.

Euronews

Iran war could push global food insecurity to record levels, leaving 363 million people hungry

Analysis from the United Nations World Food Programme suggests that if the war in Iran continues until June, an additional 45 million people will be without enough food.

LiveScience

Pakistan to pause Afghan strikes for Eid, two days after deadly Kabul attack

Five-day cessation announced as mass funeral held for some of hundreds of victims of airstrike on rehab centre

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‘Nobel Prize of Water’ awarded to Iranian scientist who was exiled from his homeland

The Stockholm Water Prize, handed to Kaveh Madani, celebrates outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of water resources.

Euronews

‘They called me a water terrorist’: exiled Iranian scientist wins global prize

Prof Kaveh Madani, winner of the Stockholm water prize, was accused of sabotage with his environmental work

The Guardian - UK

'A Nefarious Organisation:' Argentina Joins US in Leaving WHO Amid Health Controversies

Argentina officially exited the World Health Organisation (WHO) on 17 March 2026, joining the United States in a historic pivot toward 'health sovereignty' and bilateral diplomacy.

International Business Times UK

First Thing: Trump says US does not need Nato after strait of Hormuz rebuff

Snub comes as Iran vows revenge for killing of Ali Larijani. Plus, judge orders reinstatement of Voice of America staff

The Guardian - UK

'Board of Peace is not an alternative to UN', says UN top humanitarian chief

Tom Fletcher defends the UN’s role in a fractured world, insisting new peace initiatives cannot replace the global body.

Euronews

UN maritime body starts talks on Middle East shipping with Hormuz strait effectively closed

At least 21 ships have been hit, targeted or reported attacks since the start of the conflict, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations, a naval monitor.

Euronews

Will the Iran war really lead to a global pivot to renewable energy?

IN FOCUS: With US and Israeli strikes on Iran continuing and no end to the conflict in sight, calls are growing for the rest of the world to reduce its dependence on oil and gas. But experts tell Stuti Mishra that moving away from oil is no easy task – if…

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Euronews

'Fear Lebanon could be the next Gaza', UN Humanitarian Chief tells Euronews

The United Nations' Humanitarian Chief told Euronews it is becoming increasingly dangerous to provide aid in Lebanon. The Israeli operation in the country, which has expanded to include a ground offensive, has killed more than 900 people and displaced more than a million.

The Independent UK

Indonesian human rights activist Andrie Yunus suffers severe burns in acid attack

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‘We want change but not like this’: Iranians describe daily life under air attack

Tehran residents try to stay safe from bombing and cling to their livelihoods as war stretches into third week

Radio France Internationale

UN raises concerns of 'ethnic cleansing' amid record displacement in West Bank

A fresh report from the United Nations human rights office has warned that Israel's accelerating expansion of unlawful settlements and annexation of large parts of the West Bank is driving "unprecedented" displacement.

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The Guardian - UK

Millions of children dying from preventable causes, report reveals

Premature birth, pneumonia and malaria among leading causes of death in under-fives worldwide, as UN experts warn aid cuts are slowing progress on survival rates

The Independent UK

El Salvador's Bukele proposes life prison sentences in nation that has imprisoned 1% of population

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele and his party are pushing forward a constitutional reform that would permit life prison sentences in a country that has imprisoned more than 1% of its population in its war on gangs

The Independent UK

Haitian asylum seeker found dead in Pittsburgh bus shelter days after release by ICE

Daphy Michel, who escaped Haiti with temporary humanitarian protections in 2022, is second immigrant to die on the streets after leaving DHS custody in recent weeks

Radio France Internationale

'Continuing the war serves no purpose at the moment': former Israeli minister

On the 18th day of the war in the Middle East, RFI spoke to Nitzan Horowitz, journalist and former Israeli Minister of Health, who called for an end to the US-Israeli operation. In his view, strikes against Iran will not bring down the regime and a ground offensive in Lebanon…

The Times of India

Argentina formally exits WHO, following US withdrawal earlier this year

Argentina has officially exited the World Health Organization, following a year-long announcement by President Javier Milei's administration. Citing the WHO's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 pandemic and political motivations over science, Buenos Aires has completed its withdrawal. This move mirrors the United States' earlier departure and raises concerns about global…

Euronews

Can Hezbollah be dismantled?

Since the US and Israel launched their offensive against Iran, Tehran's ally Hezbollah has opened a second front from Lebanon. With a ceasefire increasingly unlikely, Israel now appears determined to dismantle Hezbollah once and for all, writes Hanin Ghaddar in an opinion piece for Euronews.

The Independent UK

Tax filers can claim new charitable deductions this year. It could have a negative effect on donations

The vast majority of people can claim the new deductions

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