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WHO Adopts Landmark Pandemic Preparedness Agreement Without U.S. Participation

WHO members adopt a new pandemic preparedness agreement without U.S., focusing on global health collaboration and equity.

#who, #pandemic, #globalhealth, #worldnews, #trump

ASEAN Leaders Convene to Tackle Economic and Geopolitical Challenges Amid U.S. Tariffs

ASEAN leaders meet in Malaysia to discuss U.S. tariffs, Myanmar's civil conflict, and South China Sea disputes, aiming for economic resilience and stability.

#asean, #tariffs, #myanmar, #southchinasea, #economy

Dayton Hosts NATO Parliamentary Assembly for the First Time Since 2003

Dayton, Ohio welcomes NATO parliamentarians, marking the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords.

#nato, #dayton, #peaceaccords, #diplomacy

Rio Tinto and Codelco Join Forces for Maricunga Lithium Project in Chile

Rio Tinto partners with Codelco to develop Chile's Maricunga lithium project, a key move for sustainable mining and the global EV market.

#lithium, #chile, #riotinto, #codelco, #sustainablemining

Pope Leo XIV Offers Vatican for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks in Landmark Diplomatic Move

Pope Leo XIV may host Russia-Ukraine peace talks at the Vatican, aligning with global efforts for peace.

#vatican, #popeleo14, #russiaukraine, #diplomacy

China's Dominance in Critical Mineral Supply Chains Poses Global Risks, IEA Report Warns

IEA report reveals China's stronghold on critical minerals, urging diversification and policy action to secure supply chains.

#china, #iea, #criticalminerals, #energysupply

G7 Finance Ministers Unite in Banff to Tackle Global Economic Challenges

G7 finance ministers meet in Banff to address economic challenges amid U.S. tariffs and trade tensions, aiming for global stability.

#g7, #globaltrade, #tariffs, #economy, #geopolitics

UK and EU Impose Sanctions on Russia's Shadow Fleet

UK and EU implement coordinated sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet to disrupt illicit oil exports funding military operations in Ukraine.

#russia, #ukraine, #sanctions, #oil, #eu

Global Health Agreement Adopted at World Health Assembly

WHO member states approve a landmark treaty for pandemic preparedness, minus U.S. participation, focusing on collaboration and equity.

#WHO, #pandemicpreparedness, #globalhealth, #internationalagreement

Israel Launches Operation Gideon's Chariots: A New Chapter in the Gaza Conflict

IDF launches major offensive in Gaza amid humanitarian crisis and international pressure.

#israel, #gaza, #idf, #hamas, #conflict

Greek Foreign Minister describes Gaza conflict as a 'nightmare'

Greek Foreign Minister Gerapetritis urges ceasefire in Gaza, highlights global democracy erosion and EU's political challenges.

#gaza, #democracy, #eu, #palestine, #greece

Houthi Missile Strike Near Israel's Ben Gurion Airport Escalates Regional Tensions

Houthi rebels hit Israeli airport, sparking air travel chaos and security concerns. Israeli retaliation promised.

#houthis, #israel, #missileattack, #internationalrelations

WHO Faces Financial Crisis as U.S. Withdrawal Leads to Significant Funding Gap

WHO Director-General warns of severe impact on global health services amid $600 million budget shortfall as U.S. exits.

#who, #globalhealth, #uswithdrawal, #fundingcrisis

UK and EU Hold First Summit Since Brexit to Strengthen Ties

UK-EU summit in London addresses trade, defense, and mobility to mend post-Brexit relations, amid challenges over fishing rights and immigration.

#ukeu, #brexit, #traderelations, #defense, #summit2025

Global Bank Regulators Prioritize Climate Risks Amid U.S. Divergence

Basel Committee advances climate risk framework while U.S. scales back initiatives.

#climatechange, #banking, #baselcommittee, #regulation