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Daily Wrap 5 May 2025

World News in Brief: Deadly attacks in South Sudan and Ukraine, World Court rejects Sudan case, lifesaving aid in Yemen The United Nations has condemned a deadly aerial bombardment on a hospital in South Sudan's Jonglei state that killed multiple civilians and forced the suspension of vital medical services for over 100,000 people. Read more Peace and Security Sudan drone attacks raise fears for civilian safety and aid efforts The UN is sounding the alarm over escalating violence in Sudan following drone strikes near Port Sudan airport reportedly carried out by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Read more Peace and Security Guterres alarmed by Israeli plans to expand Gaza ground offensive The UN Secretary-General is alarmed by reports of Israeli plans to expand ground operations and prolong its military presence in Gaza, a spokesperson for António Guterres said on Monday.  Read more Peace and Security 'Step back from the brink', Guterres urges India and Pakistan UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday called for "maximum restraint" from India and Pakistan, warning that escalating tensions over a recent deadly terror attack in Kashmir risk spiralling into outright military confrontation. Read more Peace and Security FAO calls for action amid foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks Greater awareness and action are needed as Europe and parts of the Middle East grapple with fresh outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) which can have devastating impacts on both animal health and regional economies, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned on Monday.  Read more Health

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