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Sudan's RSF and allies sexually abused victims from 8-75 years, UN mission says

Sudan's RSF and allies sexually abused victims from 8-75 years, UN mission says

The UN report says most sexual violence is committed by RSF and allied Arab militia to terrorise people for perceived links to enemies.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Ship carrying 16,000 sheep and cattle stranded off Australia

Ship carrying 16,000 sheep and cattle stranded off Australia

The vessel was diverted from its course due to the threat of attack by Yemen's Houthi militia before being ordered home by Australian govt.
Wed Jan 31 2024
World Court to rule next week on Ukraine case against Russia on MH17, discrimination

World Court to rule next week on Ukraine case against Russia on MH17, discrimination

Kyiv says Russia equipped and funded pro-Russian forces in eastern Ukraine, including militias involved in shooting down MH17 flight.
Fri Jan 26 2024
Royal Caribbean, MSC cancel cruises due to Red Sea attacks

Royal Caribbean, MSC cancel cruises due to Red Sea attacks

The attacks by the Iran-backed militia in Yemen since November have slowed trade between Asia and Europe.
Fri Jan 19 2024
US fighter jets strike Syria after attacks by Iran-backed militia

US fighter jets strike Syria after attacks by Iran-backed militia

Two U.S. fighter jets struck weapons and ammunition facilities in Syria on Friday in retaliation for attacks on U.S. forces.
Fri Oct 27 2023
Ukraine denounces Russian MH17 'rambling conspiracy theory' at World Court

Ukraine denounces Russian MH17 'rambling conspiracy theory' at World Court

Kyiv says Moscow violated a UN anti-terrorism treaty by equipping and funding pro-Russian forces, including militias who shot down the MH17.
Wed Jun 14 2023
Indonesia president condemns attack on ASEAN officials during aid delivery in Myanmar

Indonesia president condemns attack on ASEAN officials during aid delivery in Myanmar

Myanmar's shadow National Unity Government, which is allied with the anti-junta militias, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), said it was not aware of any attack.
Mon May 08 2023
Monk militia: The Buddhist clergy backing Myanmar's junta

Monk militia: The Buddhist clergy backing Myanmar's junta

The military builds stronger ties with Buddhist leaders by lavishing them with gifts and cultivating a shared ultranationalist vision.
Thu Dec 08 2022
YouTube, Meta will expand policies, research to fight online extremism

YouTube, Meta will expand policies, research to fight online extremism

YouTube already prohibits violent incitement, but in at least some cases has not applied existing policies to videos promoting militia groups.
Fri Sep 16 2022
At least 15 killed as anti-UN protests flare in east Congo

At least 15 killed as anti-UN protests flare in east Congo

The protests were spurred by complaints that UN mission has failed to protect civilians against militia violence which has raged for years.
Wed Jul 27 2022
Myanmar executes four democracy activists, drawing condemnation and outrage

Myanmar executes four democracy activists, drawing condemnation and outrage

The men had been accused of helping militias to fight the army that seized power in a coup last year and unleashed a bloody crackdown.
Mon Jul 25 2022
UAE says it blocked drone attack, shadowy group claims responsibility

UAE says it blocked drone attack, shadowy group claims responsibility

It is not clear if the group, which is unknown to Iraqi intelligence or security officials, is actually active or capable of such attacks, or if it is a front for Iran-allied militias.
Thu Feb 03 2022
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
Myanmar town near India border sees exodus as thousands flee fighting

Myanmar town near India border sees exodus as thousands flee fighting

During fighting between militia forces and the army last weekend, about 20 homes were set ablaze.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Myanmar militias vow to take on army after city firefight

Myanmar militias vow to take on army after city firefight

People's defence forces have sprung up across Myanmar to take on security forces.
Wed Jun 23 2021
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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