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Russian embassy in Sudan investigating reports of cargo plane downed over Darfur

Russian embassy in Sudan investigating reports of cargo plane downed over Darfur

According to the embassy, the aircraft could have been shot down by the Rapid Support Forces.
Tue Oct 22 2024
What's behind the war that has driven Sudan to famine?

What's behind the war that has driven Sudan to famine?

The April 2023 Sudan conflict has led to severe ethnic violence, massive displacement, and famine in parts of Darfur.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Sudan's government denies famine exists in Darfur's Zamzam camp

Sudan's government denies famine exists in Darfur's Zamzam camp

An aid group said there was a risk of a severe shortage of special food designed to treat malnourished children in the camp.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Global food monitor says famine has taken hold in Sudan's Darfur

Global food monitor says famine has taken hold in Sudan's Darfur

The war in Sudan and restrictions on aid deliveries have caused famine in at least one site in North Darfur.
Sun Aug 04 2024
Sudan's cemeteries swell with fresh graves as hunger and disease spread

Sudan's cemeteries swell with fresh graves as hunger and disease spread

The war has devastated a healthcare system already under strain before the fighting began.
Sat Jun 22 2024
UN Security Council demands halt to siege of Sudan city of 1.8 million people

UN Security Council demands halt to siege of Sudan city of 1.8 million people

The resolution also calls for the withdrawal of all fighters who threaten the safety and security of civilians in the western Darfur region.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Sudan at 'imminent risk of famine', UN aid chiefs warn

Sudan at 'imminent risk of famine', UN aid chiefs warn

Around 18 million people are already acutely hungry, including 3.6 million children who are acutely malnourished, according to a statement.
Sat Jun 01 2024
As famine looms in Sudan, the hungry eat soil and leaves

As famine looms in Sudan, the hungry eat soil and leaves

Nearly five million people in the country are close to famine as Sudan's civil war passes the one-year mark.
Sun May 12 2024
Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks

Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks

Rape has been used as a weapon of war over the years in Sudan, human rights groups have said.
Fri Dec 01 2023
Sudan's displaced millions struggle to survive as economy seizes up

Sudan's displaced millions struggle to survive as economy seizes up

Sudan's displaced population is now the highest in world.
Tue Sep 26 2023
Darfur refugees in Chad scramble for shelter as rainy season starts

Darfur refugees in Chad scramble for shelter as rainy season starts

The onset of the rainy season makes it harder for aid agencies operating in Chad to provide for refugees arriving on foot or donkey carts.
Tue Aug 01 2023
Over 1 million may flee Sudan conflict, UN refugee agency says

Over 1 million may flee Sudan conflict, UN refugee agency says

There's been less and less people wanting to stay at the border as the situation deteriorates in Darfur, said Raouf Mazou.
Wed Jun 28 2023
Curfew imposed in Sudan's North Darfur after militias loot UN food stores

Curfew imposed in Sudan's North Darfur after militias loot UN food stores

The warehouse in El Fasher contained up to 1,900 tonnes of food destined for hundreds of thousands of people in the area.
Thu Dec 30 2021
Sudan forces fire tear gas as protesters head to presidential palace

Sudan forces fire tear gas as protesters head to presidential palace

Security forces fired tear gas to disperse the crowds on a tenth day of major demonstrations since an Oct. 25 coup.
Sun Dec 26 2021
Fears for Sudan's Darfur after nearly 140 killed in days of fighting

Fears for Sudan's Darfur after nearly 140 killed in days of fighting

The bloodshed, which appeared not to involve any signatories to the deal, came just weeks after peacekeeping mission ended operations.
Tue Jan 19 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024