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Respect for humanitarian law key to protect human life, stability: EU commissioner

Respect for humanitarian law key to protect human life, stability: EU commissioner

'Today, the rules to protect human life are brushed away like an unwelcome house guest,' says Hadja Lahbib

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No major cross-border exodus from Iran despite conflict: UN refugee agency
13.03.2026

No major cross-border exodus from Iran despite conflict: UN refugee agency

UNHCR spokesperson says border crossing figures remain within normal daily crossing averages recorded before current crisis

Belgian government divided over military support for Saudi Arabia, UAE
13.03.2026

Belgian government divided over military support for Saudi Arabia, UAE

Coalition partners voice doubts, warning that any military role could mean joining conflict

Most Brits oppose US using UK military bases for attacks on Iran: Poll
13.03.2026

Most Brits oppose US using UK military bases for attacks on Iran: Poll

49% oppose UK's decision to allow Washington to use British airbases, according to YouGov survey

Humanitarian needs rising 'faster than response' amid escalating Lebanon conflict: UN migration agency
13.03.2026

Humanitarian needs rising 'faster than response' amid escalating Lebanon conflict: UN migration agency

IOM launches $19M flash appeal as airstrikes hit displaced families, hospitals strain, thousands of pregnant women face dangerous conditions

EU Council chief says US move on Russian oil sanctions 'concerning' for European security
13.03.2026

EU Council chief says US move on Russian oil sanctions 'concerning' for European security

Antonio Costa stresses maintaining economic pressure on Russia is 'decisive' to push Moscow toward negotiations