China FM pledges support for Syria in 'achieving peace'
Beijing (AFP) Nov 17, 2025
China's top diplomat Wang Yi pledged support for Damascus on Monday in "achieving peace at an early date", as his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shaibani made his first official visit to Beijing. ... more
Drenched and displaced: Gazans living in tents face winter downpours
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories (AFP) Nov 14, 2025
A barefoot Niven Abu Zreina swept an incessant stream of water away from her tent, as the season's first big rain hit her makeshift displacement camp in Gaza City. ... more
Cash only: how the loss and damage UN fund will pay countries
Belem, Brazil (AFP) Nov 11, 2025
A hard-won UN "loss and damage" fund to help vulnerable countries recover from the devastating impacts of climate change is finally about to come to life after years of tough negotiations. ... more