UN’s Surprise Selection: Saudi Arabia to Head Women’s Rights Commission

Saudi Arabia's leadership of UN women's commission sparks outrage amid stark gender rights disparities, drawing condemnation from human rights groups.
Saudi Arabia's leadership of UN women's commission sparks outrage amid stark gender rights disparities, drawing condemnation from human rights groups.
Amid Gaza crisis, US abstains from UN ceasefire vote, signaling diplomatic shift. Israel faces international isolation despite US partnership assurances
Four Tajikistan citizens face custody over Moscow concert hall attack, spotlighting Central Asian extremism's rise amid socioeconomic challenges, risking regional stability.
"The Dictator" scene mirrors Russian election: Putin's orchestrated triumph amid protests, disqualifications, and fears of extended authoritarian rule.
Putin's grip tightens as Russia readies for election amid opposition crackdown. Navalny's death sparks outrage, but Putin remains poised for victory.
Gaza's dire humanitarian crisis, exacerbated by conflict and blockade, prompting the U.S. military's intervention to establish aid routes.
Kyrgyzstan's Kyzyl-Ompol uranium project faces environmental and social concerns amid hopes for economic growth and energy stability.
The football World Cup's global impact surpasses major events like the Olympics. Saudi Arabia's bid for 2034 underscores its strategic aspirations.
Language shapes identities, notably in the Soviet Union where Russian influenced cohesion. Post-Soviet, nations assert linguistic independence, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.
Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization by Israel, the US, the EU, the UK, and others.