Ireland PEACEPLUS Programme Sets Course for €1.1 Billion in Investment for Cross-Border Development

The PEACEPLUS programme, a landmark initiative supporting peace and prosperity across Northern Ireland and the Republic’s border counties, has committed over €700 million of its €1.1 billion total funding to transformative projects since its launch in 2023. Backed by the European Union, the UK Government, the Irish Government, and the Northern Ireland Executive, PEACEPLUS aims […]

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Mali Investigates Armed Forces’ Role in Massacre of 24 Civilians Amid Rising Allegations of Abuse

The Malian government has launched an investigation into the killing of 24 civilians, including women and children, in the Tilemsi commune of Gao region on February 17. Initially, the Malian Armed Forces denied any involvement in the massacre, calling the accusations unfounded and part of a smear campaign by terrorist groups aiming to discredit them. […]

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Ceer Drives Saudi Arabia’s EV Sector Forward with SAR 5.5B (USD 1.5 billion) in Strategic Local Partnerships

Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle (EV) brand and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), has signed 11 new agreements worth SAR 5.5 billion (USD 1.5 billion) at the 3rd PIF Public Sector Forum, with over 80% of these deals forged with Saudi companies. These partnerships are a key step in Ceer’s vision to achieve 45% localization, […]

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Zelenskyy Insists on Tribunal for War Accountability in Peace Talks

As Ukraine commemorated the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirmed his stance that a special tribunal must be established to hold those responsible for the war accountable, even as peace talks advance. Speaking in Kyiv alongside world leaders, Zelenskyy emphasized, “We will never forget and we cannot forget. These people will […]

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UN Security Council Adopts Resolution Calling for Swift End to Ukraine-Russia Conflict

The UN Security Council on Monday passed a US-drafted resolution urging a “swift end” to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling for a peaceful resolution in line with the principles of the UN Charter. The resolution garnered 10 votes in favor and five abstentions, including from Greece, France, Slovenia, Denmark, and the UK. While the resolution […]

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Friedrich Merz Rules Out Coalition with Far-Right AfD After Election Win

German conservative leader Friedrich Merz has firmly rejected the possibility of forming a coalition with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, following his victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections. Merz, leading the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU), secured 28.6% of the vote, while the AfD garnered 20.4%. In an interview […]

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Global Electronics Council Unveils Strengthened EPEAT Criteria to Boost Sustainability in Electronics

The Global Electronics Council (GEC) has released its updated EPEAT criteria, setting a new standard for sustainability across the electronics industry. This major update, which will take effect on November 1, 2025, reinforces EPEAT as the leading global ecolabel for electronics, promoting environmentally and socially responsible products throughout their lifecycle. The revised criteria address critical […]

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Ukraine Faces Shortfall of 8.6 Million Workers by 2032, Report Warns

Ukraine is projected to need an additional 8.6 million workers by 2032 due to the combined effects of war-related disruptions and longstanding low birth rates. This estimate, outlined in a report by Romina Bandura for the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), highlights the significant demographic challenges the country will face in the coming […]

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Ireland Marks Three Years Since Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Tánaiste Reaffirms Support

On the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine which takes place on the 24th of Feb 2025, Ireland’s Tánaiste (Deputy Prime Minister), Micheál Martin, issued a statement reaffirming the country’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine. Reflecting on the brutal conflict, Martin expressed admiration for the resilience and bravery of the Ukrainian people, who continue […]

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Ireland: Over €14 Million Allocated for 163 Community Projects Nationwide

On 24th February 2025, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Dara Calleary, announced a significant €14 million investment to support 163 community-driven initiatives across Ireland. The funding, under the Community Recognition Fund, aims to enhance local infrastructures such as sports clubs, community centres, parks, and playgrounds. This announcement highlights the government’s continued commitment to rural […]

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