The numbers behind UN report on women and girls killed

Israel has launched air strikes on the West Bank, resulting in significant casualties and forcing approximately 32,000 Palestinians to flee their homes amid ongoing military operations. This escalation follows a series of violent incidents, including attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinian communities.

Guinea-Bissau has experienced a significant escalation in political instability as military officers seized power and detained President Umaro Sissoco Embalo shortly after contentious elections. This coup marks a continuation of the country's history of coups and crises since its independence from Portugal in 1974, characterized by political violence and corruption.

Jakarta has officially surpassed Tokyo as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. The Indonesian capital is now home to an estimated 42 million residents, reflecting significant urban growth and demographic shifts driven by rapid urbanization.

The United Nations has reported that the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has led to the worst economic collapse in Gaza's history, erasing decades of growth and plunging the region into a severe crisis. The report highlights the devastating impact of the war on the local economy, exacerbated by the destruction of infrastructure and essential services.

On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the UN reported alarming statistics indicating that a woman was killed every 10 minutes by someone close to her, with 50,000 women and girls murdered by intimate partners or family members in 2024. The rise of AI has exacerbated digital abuse against women, raising concerns about misogyny in the digital age.

The United Nations has recently endorsed Trump's Gaza plan, raising concerns about the implications of Resolution 2803 for the Palestinian population and international law. This resolution appears to legitimize Israel's ongoing occupation, which many view as a significant shift in the UN's stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The United Nations has called for an impartial investigation into Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 127 civilians since a ceasefire was declared nearly a year ago. This request follows a recent escalation in hostilities, including the killing of a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut by Israeli forces, marking a significant increase in military actions in the region.

At least 127 civilians have been killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since a ceasefire was declared nearly a year ago, according to the UN, which has called for an impartial investigation into these attacks. The UN human rights office has expressed concern over the increasing military actions by Israel, which have resulted in civilian casualties and destruction of property in Lebanon.