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The Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Palestine Nestor Owomuhangi warned of the continued deterioration in the situation of women and girls in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. He stressed that the humanitarian crisis, movement restrictions, escalating violence, and funding shortages are having a serious impact on women’s physical and mental health.In a press statement, Owomuhangi said that the situation in Gaza remains dire, despite a slight improvement compared to the most difficult periods during the war. He added that in the West Bank, access to health services is facing increasing challenges due to checkpoints and escalating settler violence.He noted that UNFPA continues to support reproductive health services and protection programs for women, but is facing a substantial funding shortfall that threatens the continuity of these services. Source link
The G7 welcomed the announcement of an agreement between the United States and Iran.In a statement issued at the conclusion of its summit in France, the group said it welcomed the agreement reached between Washington and Tehran, with the support of mediating countries, considering it an important opportunity to enhance security and stability in the Middle East, and affirming its readiness to contribute to its implementation.The G7 leaders also expressed support for reaching a comprehensive diplomatic agreement following the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, with the aim of promoting peace and security across the region.The G7 further welcomed the “independent multinational defensive initiative” led by France and the United Kingdom to facilitate the resumption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, considering it capable of playing an important role in safeguarding commercial vessels, reassuring shipping companies, and supporting efforts to verify the removal of all mines from the strategic waterway. Source link
Tunisia suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, during the game played at Monterrey Stadium in the Mexican city of Guadalupe as part of the first round of Group F.Sweden’s five goals were scored by Yasin Ayari in the 7th and 96th minutes, Alexander Isak in the 30th minute, Viktor Gyokeres in the 59th minute, and Mattias Svanberg in the 84th minute.Tunisia’s lone goal was scored by Omar Rekik in the 43rd minute.With this result, Sweden tops Group F with its first three points, while Tunisia sits at the bottom of the group with no points, awaiting its upcoming matches in the tournament.In the second round, Sweden will face the Netherlands in a highly anticipated match on June 20, while Tunisia will take on Japan on June 21 in an important fixture as it seeks to recover from its opening-round defeat and revive its hopes of advancing to the next stage. Source link
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the agreement on the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran, praising the State of Qatar's role in supporting the diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving this understanding.President Erdogan expressed his thanks in a post on X to the leadership of the US and Iran, as well as Pakistan, for their mediation efforts. He also expressed appreciation for the support provided by the State of Qatar and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the diplomatic initiatives.He added that the MoU between the US and Iran represents an important development in consolidating peace and stability in the region, expressing his hope that it will contribute to creating lasting security and reassurance.’I would like to emphasize the importance of refraining from rhetoric, provocations and actions that could escalate tensions, and of remaining vigilant against possible acts of sabotage until the day the signatures are affixed,’ he added.The Turkish President said, ‘as Turkiye, we will continue to support all efforts aimed at establishing peace, stability and prosperity in our region, and contribute to lasting solutions based on diplomacy and international law.’ Source link
The UK, France, Germany, and Italy have welcomed the peace agreement reached between the United States and Iran.In a joint statement reported by the BBC on Monday, the leaders of the four countries affirmed their commitment to working intensively with the United States, Iran, and regional partners to seize this moment, maintain momentum, and achieve a long-term diplomatic settlement. They expressed their readiness to lift sanctions imposed on Iran in response to clear and verifiable steps by Iran regarding its nuclear program.”Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon,” the statement emphasized, adding that the four countries are ready to work with the US, Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to ensure that goal is achieved.US President Donald Trump had previously announced the peace agreement with Iran.In this context, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that the agreement will be signed during an official ceremony next Friday in Switzerland. He added that, under the agreement, mediators will facilitate a series of meetings this week, noting that these discussions will pave the way for technical talks and the official signing ceremony. Source link
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, which provides an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.In a statement released on Monday, his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, said that Guterres called it a “critical step” towards peace in the Middle East.The UN Secretary-General said he hopes the parties will build on the momentum and “redouble their efforts” toward a final resolution. Source link
