Here is a rundown of all the news that you need to start your Tuesday with, including the UN Security Council adopting a cease-fire resolution in Gaza, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cancelling delegation visit to US, UN's chief remarks about implementation of cease-fire resolution, and Senegal's opposition candidate winning the presidential election.
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As many as 14 countries voted in favor of the resolution, presented by 10 elected members of the Council, while the US abstained from voting.
The resolution called for an "immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire."
It also demanded the "immediate and unconditional release of all hostages," and ensuring humanitarian access.
Netanyahu canceled the delegation's visit after the US abstained from using its veto power.
A statement by his office said the US decision to allow the resolution to pass is "a clear retreat from the consistent US position in the Security Council since the beginning of the war."
"The Security Council just approved a long-awaited resolution on Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire, and the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. This resolution must be implemented. Failure would be unforgivable," Guterres wrote on X.
Faye was leading with nearly 58% of the vote against the 33% of his main rival, former Prime Minister Amadou Ba of the ruling coalition.
"I salute the smooth running of the presidential election of March 24, 2024 and congratulate the winner, Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who the trends show as the winner," said outgoing President Macky Sall.
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"Playing football is important, but the fight against racism is very important," said the 23-year-old forward.
Vinicius, a Real Madrid player since 2018, said he never considered leaving Spain despite the racist chants directed at him.
The eight-day cycling event will start in Antalya on the Turkish Riviera on April 21 and end in istanbul on April 28.
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"The eyes of the world are on us, and I know that we will come through this moment a better company," Calhoun said in a letter to employees.
The US-based multinational corporation, which designs, manufactures and sells airplanes, has been under scrutiny after major events regarding its commercial aircraft.
Ericsson expects "a challenging mobile networks market in 2024, with further volume contraction as customers remain cautious." -
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- UN Security Council adopts Gaza cease-fire resolution for Ramadan
As many as 14 countries voted in favor of the resolution, presented by 10 elected members of the Council, while the US abstained from voting.
The resolution called for an "immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire."
It also demanded the "immediate and unconditional release of all hostages," and ensuring humanitarian access.
- Israel's Netanyahu cancels delegation's visit to US after Gaza cease-fire resolution
Netanyahu canceled the delegation's visit after the US abstained from using its veto power.
A statement by his office said the US decision to allow the resolution to pass is "a clear retreat from the consistent US position in the Security Council since the beginning of the war."
- Failure to implement Gaza cease-fire resolution 'unforgivable': UN chief
"The Security Council just approved a long-awaited resolution on Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire, and the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. This resolution must be implemented. Failure would be unforgivable," Guterres wrote on X.
- Senegalese opposition candidate Faye wins presidential poll
Faye was leading with nearly 58% of the vote against the 33% of his main rival, former Prime Minister Amadou Ba of the ruling coalition.
"I salute the smooth running of the presidential election of March 24, 2024 and congratulate the winner, Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who the trends show as the winner," said outgoing President Macky Sall.
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- Hamas welcomed the UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in the Gaza Strip.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin said last week's shooting at a concert hall in Moscow was carried out by radicals but more specific and professional questions have to be answered.
- Türkiye welcomed the UN Security Council's passage of a resolution for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza during Ramadan, terming it a "positive step."
- Gaza is "an integral part" of the Palestinian state, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said.
- The UN and some member countries reacted to the US claim that the Gaza resolution demanding cease-fire is "non-binding," noting that it is indeed binding.
- Farmers made their way towards Britain's parliament in a convoy of more than 120 tractors to protest post-Brexit rules, which they believe put food security at risk.
- Pakistani security forces thwarted a late-night attack on a naval air station in southwestern Balochistan, officials said.
- At least 32,333 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's ongoing offensive on the Gaza Strip since Oct. 7, 2023, the Health Ministry in the besieged enclave said.
- Türkiye will continue its righteous fight against terrorism until it is no longer under threat, said President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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- Vinicius Junior breaks down while speaking against racism
"Playing football is important, but the fight against racism is very important," said the 23-year-old forward.
Vinicius, a Real Madrid player since 2018, said he never considered leaving Spain despite the racist chants directed at him.
- Tour of Türkiye cycling race set for April 21-28
The eight-day cycling event will start in Antalya on the Turkish Riviera on April 21 and end in istanbul on April 28.
BUSINESS & ECONOMY
- Boeing CEO stepping down at end of 2024
"The eyes of the world are on us, and I know that we will come through this moment a better company," Calhoun said in a letter to employees.
The US-based multinational corporation, which designs, manufactures and sells airplanes, has been under scrutiny after major events regarding its commercial aircraft.
- Tech firm Ericsson to lay off over a thousand employees
Ericsson expects "a challenging mobile networks market in 2024, with further volume contraction as customers remain cautious." -
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