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Germany experienced a diplomatic setback by failing to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, with officials attributing the defeat to Russia's influence and Germany's 'special responsibility' towards Israel. This outcome is seen as a significant blow for the country's foreign policy.
The U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran is extending into its third day with each side pledging escalation.
The four are high-ranking members of the Rapid Support Forces, which a U.N. probe last week determined had committed acts of genocide in their 18-month siege and eventual capture of El-Fasher
Reports of a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and withdraw US forces were met with conflicting statements from Iran and the US, with the White House calling Iranian claims of an agreement a "fabrication." Meanwhile, the US delivered its first KC-46 aircraft to Israel, enhancing its capabilities for potential independent strikes on Iran.
France's Macron calls for urgent meeting of U.N. security council on Iran Reuters
The U.N. Security Council will hold a high-level meeting on Gaza’s fragile ceasefire and expanding Israeli operations in the West Bank, shifted earlier to avoid clashing with President Trump’s inaugur
The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.
The United States takes over the rotating presidency of the 15-member council for the month of March, and the First Lady's office said the meeting she will preside over will “emphasise education's role in advancing tolerance and world peace”