Cuba Slams US Sanctions as "Crueler" Warfare at UNGA Debate
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez at UNGA slams US embargo as "collective punishment," citing $178.7B in damages and humanitarian crisis.
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Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez at UNGA slams US embargo as "collective punishment," citing $178.7B in damages and humanitarian crisis.
UN report reveals only 36% of SDG targets are on track with 4 years left. Progress stalls on poverty, hunger, climate goals. Guterres urges final push.
Iranian President Pezeshkian leaves Iraq for Tehran after US military strikes on Iran over Strait of Hormuz attacks. Multiple explosions reported in southern Iran.
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,685 with 16,740 injured. National mourning declared as 29,567 rescuers search for survivors.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni says she has "cordial relations" with US President Donald Trump after Trump called her a "nice person" and discussed their recent tensions.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announces billions in defence deals at Ankara summit, including drones and surveillance aircraft, boosting alliance capabilities.
Iran condemns US revocation of oil sanctions waiver as a violation of the Islamabad MoU, warns of consequences as US launches military strikes.
US revokes sanctions relief on Iranian oil after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over diplomatic talks and nuclear deal negotiations.
US President Trump says Putin and Zelenskyy want peace deal "settled now" during NATO summit in Ankara, while Zelenskyy urges Europe to boost missile defenses.
Trump describes Italian PM Meloni as "nice person" despite recent Truth Social "restraining order" post, citing Italy's refusal to assist in Iran war.
Trump says F-35 sale to Turkey under consideration despite congressional ban, and sanctions over S-400 may be lifted. Erdogan hopes for positive outcome.
IOC provisionally lifts Russian Olympic Committee suspension after ROC confirms no activities in Ukrainian territories. New anti-doping rules for athletes.
Global experts meet in Geneva to advance scientific agenda for conservation of corals, big cats, sharks, and other endangered species under CITES.
Torrential rains from Typhoon Maysak cause flooding in Guangxi, killing 6 and leaving 11 missing. Over 130,000 evacuated as rescue efforts continue.
India's UN mission building in NYC evacuated after a nearby former Pfizer tower buckles, threatening collapse. No injuries reported.
An India-bound vessel from Qatar was hit by a suspected drone attack in the Gulf of Oman. All 29 crew, including 4 Indians, are safe.
IOC provisionally lifts Russian Olympic Committee suspension from October 2023. Russian athletes face strict anti-doping rules, no flag or anthem for now.
President Trump criticizes NATO allies for not backing US in Iran operation, questioning burden-sharing and alliance loyalty at Turkey summit.
US President Trump signals possible F-35 sale to Turkey, praising Erdogan and NATO ties, despite past sanctions over Russia's S-400 system.
Trump tells reporters Meloni "made a mistake" by refusing to back US Iran operation, straining their relationship. He also criticizes other NATO allies.