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The Red Cross marks its day amid conflicts and global crises
The humanitarian organization warns about the risks in war zones and the growing demand for assistance around the world. May 8 is World Red Cross Day,…
The global food crisis expands under the impact of wars
International bodies warn about rising malnutrition and the risk of new food crises due to global instability. The Global Report on Food Crises 2026 o…
Mental health and working conditions at the center of the global debate
The International Labour Organization warns that long working hours, harassment and work organization pose growing risks for millions of workers. On A…
The UN chooses its leadership against a global backdrop shaped by war
Four candidates are competing to succeed António Guterres in a process marked by the weight of the Security Council and the tensions of the internatio…
Warning over democratic deterioration and rising violence in the region
The 2025 annual report points to setbacks in human rights, institutional weakening and the expansion of organized crime in Latin America. The Inter-Am…
Peru's electoral crisis deepens distrust in democracy
Peru's electoral crisis deepens distrust in democracy. Amid complaints and protests, international bodies are closely following the process and callin…
The UN moves forward on a global framework to demand accountability for the climate crisis
The debate is based on a ruling that recognizes climate change as a legal obligation and a human rights issue. Amnesty International highlighted a dra…
Between diplomacy and war, disinformation amplifies global tensions
Viral posts distort statements by Pope Leo XIV amid tensions between states and international organizations. During an interview on April 7, Pope Leo …
From food waste to food sovereignty: the peasant farmers’ demand on the global agenda
While millions of tons of food are wasted every year, peasant farmers face poverty, inequality and exclusion. In this context, food sovereignty is eme…
War crimes and ethnic cleansing reported in Burkina Faso
A Human Rights Watch report states that state forces, militias and armed groups committed mass killings and forced displacement amid impunity and inte…
Spain moves forward with a Truth Commission to investigate human rights violations under Franco
UN experts hailed the measure as a historic opportunity to investigate human rights violations, guarantee reparations and make progress toward non-rep…
Cancer and unequal access to health care set the agenda for World Health Day 2026
While science develops new tools such as vaccines and therapies, international organizations warn of persistent gaps in diagnosis and treatment. April…