UN Experts Warn of Complicity in War Crimes Supporting Israeli Occupation; Global Leaders Grapple with Geopolitical Crises
UN experts urge compliance with international rulings, warning of complicity in potential war crimes related to Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories. Countries backing Israel face scrutiny while calls for an end to settlement activities intensify amid UN resolutions.
UN experts, led by Navi Pillay, are warning that countries supporting Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories may be seen as complicit in potential war crimes, urging them to comply with recent international rulings. Meanwhile, the commission is pressing Israel to stop settlement activities and restore land to displaced Palestinians, echoing a UN General Assembly vote calling for an end to the occupation.
In related international matters, Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated Saudi Arabia could be a suitable venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, provided Ukraine lifts its negotiation ban. Putin praised Saudi Arabia's mediation efforts and highlighted the upcoming BRICS Summit's focus on fostering cooperation while addressing the Israel-Palestine crisis.
Over in Europe, EU leaders are facing contentious discussions at a Brussels summit over migration policies, particularly on the creation of deportation hubs outside the EU. With Italy's Prime Minister pushing for accelerated deportations, Germany remains cautious, advocating for a comprehensive migration pact, alongside discussions with Ukrainian President Zelensky and conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.
Turning to the Middle East, Iraqi airstrikes, supported by international intelligence, have killed senior Daesh leader Shahadhah Allawi Salih Ulaywi Al-Bajjari in Kirkuk. This is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle Daesh networks in Iraq, as the coalition, including 2,500 US troops, approaches the end of its mission despite Daesh remnants remaining active in remote areas.
In Gaza, violence continues unabated as Israeli forces reportedly killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, yet airstrikes persist, exacerbating the civilian toll. President Biden is advocating for a peaceful future without Hamas, though skepticism lingers over the feasibility of peace deals amidst ongoing hostilities and the humanitarian crisis.
Amidst these tensions, the PLO has called for Palestinian unity following Sinwar's death, accusing Israel of committing atrocities and emphasizing the need for Palestinian rights and statehood. They stress the importance of ending the occupation and establishing a state based on 1967 borders, with Mahmoud Abbas's party reaffirming their determination for freedom and independence.
In related international matters, Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated Saudi Arabia could be a suitable venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, provided Ukraine lifts its negotiation ban. Putin praised Saudi Arabia's mediation efforts and highlighted the upcoming BRICS Summit's focus on fostering cooperation while addressing the Israel-Palestine crisis.
Over in Europe, EU leaders are facing contentious discussions at a Brussels summit over migration policies, particularly on the creation of deportation hubs outside the EU. With Italy's Prime Minister pushing for accelerated deportations, Germany remains cautious, advocating for a comprehensive migration pact, alongside discussions with Ukrainian President Zelensky and conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.
Turning to the Middle East, Iraqi airstrikes, supported by international intelligence, have killed senior Daesh leader Shahadhah Allawi Salih Ulaywi Al-Bajjari in Kirkuk. This is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle Daesh networks in Iraq, as the coalition, including 2,500 US troops, approaches the end of its mission despite Daesh remnants remaining active in remote areas.
In Gaza, violence continues unabated as Israeli forces reportedly killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, yet airstrikes persist, exacerbating the civilian toll. President Biden is advocating for a peaceful future without Hamas, though skepticism lingers over the feasibility of peace deals amidst ongoing hostilities and the humanitarian crisis.
Amidst these tensions, the PLO has called for Palestinian unity following Sinwar's death, accusing Israel of committing atrocities and emphasizing the need for Palestinian rights and statehood. They stress the importance of ending the occupation and establishing a state based on 1967 borders, with Mahmoud Abbas's party reaffirming their determination for freedom and independence.
