insert_link World “Time is now” for Gaza ceasefire deal, says top US diplomat "The time is now" for a deal between Israel and Hamas, according to U.S Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. America's top diplomat is finishing yet another Middle East tour aimed at agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza. Secretary Blinken says "there is a proposal on the table" which would bring about a truce in return for the release of remaining Israeli hostages still held in the war-torn territory. Benji Hyer reports. […] todayMay 2, 2024 20
insert_link World U.S Secretary of State Blinken urges Hamas accept ceasefire proposal U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken has discussed a possible ceasefire in Gaza with U.S allies in Saudi Arabia, urging Hamas to accept the proposal. Blinken has also warned Israel over its planned ground offensive in Rafah. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 30, 2024 25
insert_link World U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a ‘mistake’ with his approach in Gaza 2 U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a 'mistake' with his approach in Gaza. President Biden is calling for a ceasefire and for Israel to allow more access for food and medicine. He's made the comments in an interview with Univision filmed days after several aid workers were killed in Gaza last week. todayApril 10, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Namibia Applauds UN Security Council Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza Namibia has expressed its satisfaction with the adoption of Resolution 2728 by the United Nations Security Council on Monday. The resolution calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan and urges the release of all hostages. In a media statement released yesterday, Penda Naanda, Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, emphasized that the resolution brings relief to the people of Gaza, who have endured relentless […] todayMarch 27, 2024 21
insert_link World UN says Security Council ceasefire resolution must be implemented The United Nations says the ceasefire resolution adopted by the Security Council on Monday must be respected. This comes after the United States insisted that the resolution was non-binding. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayMarch 27, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has expressed his approval of Resolution 2728 adopted by the United Nations Security Counci President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has expressed his approval of Resolution 2728 adopted by the United Nations Security Council. The resolution calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during the holy month of Ramadan. Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson for President Ramaphosa, described the resolution as a crucial development towards establishing a solid groundwork for a permanent ceasefire and the resumption of negotiations in the region. todayMarch 27, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Namibia supports UN resolution on Gaza conflict After 171 days of war in Gaza, the United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties, and leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire. Namibia has welcomed the move responding to a war that has killed over 32,000 people. The Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Penda Naanda. todayMarch 26, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Welcomed by South Africa’s Minister South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, has praised the recent UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan. The resolution also urges the release of hostages and increased aid flow. While fourteen members voted in favor, the US abstained. Pandor reiterated South Africa's longstanding support for a Gaza ceasefire. todayMarch 26, 2024 9
insert_link World UNSC finally approves a ceasefire resolution The United Nations Security Council has adopted a Gaza ceasefire resolution on Monday. The resolution was drafted by the elective members of the council and calls for an immediate ceasefire for Ramadan. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayMarch 26, 2024 5