insert_link World UNRWA report into the organization’s neutrality released A U.N report on a review of the world body's humanitarian organisation, UNRWA has found it has robust frameworks to ensure compliance with humanitarian neutrality. The review of the organisation was initiated by the Secretary General following allegations by Israel that several UNRWA staff had been involved in the October 7th attacks on Israel. Jody Jacobs has more. todayApril 23, 2024 14
insert_link World Israel hits back at Iran: How domestic politics is determining Israeli actions By James Horncastle, Simon Fraser University Israel has carried out a missile strike on Iran in retaliation for a recent barrage of missiles and drones launched by the Iranians towards Israeli soil. Notably, Israel’s strike against Iran appears to have been more symbolic than substantive. Nevertheless, the overnight Israeli strike is the latest escalation in tensions between the two countries. The hostilities boiled over after Israel’s April […] todayApril 22, 2024 29
insert_link Business / Economics 22 April 2024 Morning Biz News: MortgageMarket Expands Horizons: Launches Operations in Namibia, Spearheading Accessible Home Loans Beyond South Africa MortgageMarket, a pioneering online home-loan marketplace platform based in South Africa, has embarked on an ambitious expansion strategy by launching operations in Namibia. Founded in 2019 by Tim Akinnusi, a seasoned banking executive, the platform has revolutionized the process of securing financing for property acquisitions, catering to the needs of customers, property developers, and estate agents alike. The move into Namibia marks a significant milestone for MortgageMarket, as it extends […] todayApril 22, 2024 19
insert_link World U.S officials have told American media that an Israeli missile did hit Iran U.S officials have told American media that an Israeli missile did hit Iran, though Iranian state media is downplaying reports of an attack. Israel had for days pledged to respond after Iran's unprecedented drone assault on Israel last weekend, a retaliation for what it claims was a deadly Israeli air strike on its consulate in Syria earlier this month. Secretary of State-Antony Blinken: todayApril 22, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Namibia Urges Restraint Amid Escalating Tensions in Middle East International Relations and Cooperation minister, Peya Mushelenga, has expressed Namibia's growing concern over developments in the Middle East. In a statement, Mushelenga highlighted the potential for current events to escalate into a broader conflict in the region and beyond. He emphasized Namibia's call for maximum restraint to avoid exacerbating the already delicate situation underscoring that attacks, counterattacks, and threats of reprisals are detrimental to peace, a commitment all United Nations […] todayApril 19, 2024 5
insert_link World U.S Congress mulls over foreign aid bills for Israel and Ukraine Lawmakers in the United States are discussing a new set of foreign aid bills which Congressional leaders are hoping to pass this weekend. They include roughly $95 billion worth of spending to support Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan — as well as providing humanitarian relief to Gaza. Pressure to approve the funding has intensified following Iran's airstrikes on Israel last week. On Thursday, the US unveiled sanctions against the Iranian regime. […] todayApril 19, 2024 19
insert_link World U.S imposes sanctions on Iran over Israel attack U.S President Joseph Biden has announced a new set of sanctions on Iran following its unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend. The sanctions are focused on Iran's drone manufacturers and steel industry. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 19, 2024 30
insert_link World Diplomatic efforts intensify as Israel threatens retaliation Diplomatic efforts are ongoing in a bid to calm the situation in the Middle East, as Israel weighs its response to Saturday's unprecedented missile and drone attack by Iran. There's fear that any Israeli retaliation could cause a wider regional conflict, with Iran's President threatening a harsh response to any attack, amid reports Israel's war cabinet has already approved several measures. Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv. todayApril 18, 2024 33
insert_link World UN experts say Israel violated international law when it attacked Iran’s diplomatic building in Damascus A UN expert report says Israel violated international law when it attacked the Iranian diplomatic building in Damascus. It has also called on Israel and Iran to immediately cease any form of retaliatory military attacks. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. todayApril 17, 2024 14
