Category: World

Colleagues, in adopting this resolution, the Council sends a clear message of condemnation of Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan.  It is right that this Council wholeheartedly condemns Iran’s attacks, which pose a serious threat to our partners in the Gulf and to Jordan, and risk further regional and global conflagration.  It […]

WASHINGTON / LOS ANGELES — Federal law enforcement has placed California police departments on high alert following intelligence that Iran has considered launching retaliatory drone strikes against the U.S. mainland. According to an FBI bulletin reviewed on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, authorities acquired information indicating that Tehran “aspired” to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned […]

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Justice (DOJ) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will help some of America’s most vulnerable Veterans get the ongoing care they need. VA cares for hundreds of Veterans who are unable to make their own health care decisions and have no family or legal […]

The United Kingdom joined the call for this meeting, alongside European and other partners, to address the serious escalation of violence across the Blue Line and in Lebanon.   We strongly condemn Lebanese Hezbollah’s ongoing attacks against Israel and the region, which must cease. These actions – on behalf of the Iranian regime – have cost lives and […]

The Mediterranean sea is widely perceived as having a low tsunami risk. History and recent modelling technology have demonstrated that destructive waves have already hit the French coast and could do so again. The results of a project carried out in Nice and along the French Riviera show why anticipation and preventive evacuation measures remain […]

MEUDON, France — In a direct bolster to European sovereignty, French defense titan Thales officially launched SkyDefender on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Positioned as Europe’s comprehensive answer to the U.S. “Golden Dome,” SkyDefender is an AI-powered, multi-layer integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) system designed to neutralize threats ranging from low-altitude drones to hypersonic missiles. […]

Notices Due to a technical issue, the change notice for amendments made to the Afghanistan sanctions regime on 11 March will be available on the morning of 12 March. Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings and variations/corrections to the UK Sanctions List. Previous notices See previous financial […]

My grandmother Leontina, who recently turned 100, still lives independently and remembers the birthday of everybody in her village. She is enviably healthy, has a remarkably sharp memory, and is likely a prime example of what scientists call a “super-ager”: someone over 80 with the memory of a 50 year old. These gifted seniors have […]

Thank you, Madam Chair. Russia continues to use this Forum to conceal, justify and distract from the basic facts of its illegal invasion of Ukraine. No amount of false narratives or deflection tactics can change those facts. Russia has invaded a sovereign neighbour, attempted to annex its territory, and continues to attack civilians and civilian […]

The event blended reflection, celebration and urgency, highlighting both the progress made in advancing women’s rights and the growing challenges many women and girls face worldwide. The gathering in the General Assembly Hall brought together diplomats, advocates and activists, with speakers reminding the audience that progress on women’s rights has never come automatically – it […]