UN chief welcomes new ceasefire in Gaza
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed Egypt’s announcement that the Israelis and the Palestinians have accepted another 72 hours of unconditional humanitarian ceasefire and urged all sides to avoid steps that would lead to a resumption of violence. Mr. Ban expressed “his strong hope... read more »
Former Prime Minister Ms. Yingluck returns to Thailand
Former Thailand Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, who is facing legal allegations in her country, has returned to Thailand from her vacation, media reported on Monday. Ms. Yingluck arrived at Bangkok’s Don Mueang airport on Sunday night from Singapore, the Bangkok Post reported. She left... read more »
Four injured in Pakistan firing in Jammu
Two troopers and two women were injured on Monday as Pakistan Rangers opened fire at Indian positions on the international border in Jammu district, an official said. Police sources told IANS here that two Border Security Force (BSF) troopers — Head Constable Sunil Kumar and Constable Bishnoi —... read more »
David Norris An Irish Senator’s Speech About Gaza
Irish senator and civil rights activist David Norris gave an impassioned speech asking the cabinet to return to discuss the situation in Gaza, and calling for a boycott from goods that come from areas Israel is currently occupying. Norris added that he believed the Israeli ambassador should be... read more »
