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With the UN estimating that almost a quarter of Ukraine's territory is currently contaminated with landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) the need for innovative demining techniques continues.
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Ukraine
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Oct. 12
Ukraine
September saw a record number of civilian casualties in Ukraine for 2024 – 208 dead and 1,220 injured. The casualties are due primarily to glide bomb and drone attacks.
Oct. 12
UN
Guterres is going to Russia despite its war against Ukraine and gross violation of the UN Charter.
Oct. 10
UN
The war in Ukraine again featured prominently in speeches by world leaders during the third day of the UN General Assembly in New York, on Thursday, Sept. 26.
Sep. 27
War in Ukraine
Ukraine is bracing for a difficult cold season after Moscow's bombing campaign has ravaged its critical infrastructure.
Sep. 27
Zelensky
The announcement comes as Zelensky continues to meet with allied leaders at the UN General Assembly in New York and billions in American aid is set to expire at the end of the month.
Sep. 26
War in Ukraine
The Biden administration is concerned that Zelensky’s victory plan boils down to a request for weapons and does not offer a clear path.
Sep. 26
UN
With their Pact for the Future, political leaders and experts sought ways to reform the international organisation and make it fit to tackle current and future challenges.
Sep. 26
Zelensky
Zelensky addressed the annual gathering of world leaders to rally support before a high-profile visit Thursday to the White House, where President Joe Biden's administration promised new military aid.
Sep. 26
UN
Highlights from speeches about Ukraine and Russia’s war against it by world leaders during the first day of the UN General Assembly in New York on Sept. 24.
Sep. 25
War in Ukraine
The independent commission’s inquiry has identified widespread systematic torture against Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war in both the occupied territories and the Russian Federation.
Sep. 25
Zelensky
Speaking to a Security Council session on Tuesday on Ukraine, Zelensky brushed aside calls to negotiate a settlement with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Sep. 25
Zelensky
Scene setter: Zelensky faces tough task before the UN General Assembly and in US in boosting support for Ukraine.
Sep. 25
War in Ukraine
Lammy, in New York for the UN General Assembly, said he did not wish to give Russian President Vladimir Putin "any operational advantage."
Sep. 25
A live broadcast on North Korean state TV saw seven members of Putin’s delegation thrown out for unknowingly breaking protocol by entering before the “Supreme Leader.”
Jun. 20