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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Renovation program: more than 460 city residents begin resettling to a new building in Tsaritsyno

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The city has offered comfortable housing under the renovation program on Yerevanskaya Street (house 4, block 2) to Muscovites from four neighboring five-story buildings. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction Vladimir Efimov.

    “In Tsaritsyno, over 460 city residents are gradually beginning to move to a residential complex located at 4 Yerevanskaya Street, Block 2. It has already become the third new building in the area in which residents have begun to inspect apartments under the renovation program this spring. In total, approximately 36,000 Muscovites from 141 old buildings are to be resettled here. Resettlement has already affected residents of every sixth such building,” said Vladimir Efimov.

    As in other new buildings erected under the renovation program, the house takes into account the criteria of a barrier-free environment, which is especially important for the older generation, as well as parents with small children. On the ground floor there is a room for storing strollers and bicycles, there is an opportunity to open shops, service enterprises and social facilities.

    “The first offers of equivalent apartments in the new building were received by about 120 residents of building 2, block 1 on Yerevanskaya Street at the end of May, and in mid-June, they were joined by another 125 Muscovites from building 4, block 1 on the same street. Residents began inspecting the housing on June 20. At the end of the month, about 220 residents of building 12, block 2 and building 6, block 1 began choosing apartments. On issues related to the execution of documents, future new residents are consulted by the Department’s employees at the information center, which opened on the first floor of the new building on Kaspiyskaya Street (building 28, block 4). Thanks to the phased start of inspections, specialists will be able to devote more time to each family and will make the resettlement process more comfortable for residents of old five-story buildings,” she noted.

    Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of City Property.

    The houses being resettled are located close to the residential complex, so after moving, participants in the renovation program will not have to register with another clinic, change kindergartens and schools for children, or build new transport routes.

    The area around the house was comprehensively improved: trees and bushes were planted, lawns and flower beds were laid out, and children’s and sports playgrounds with safe rubber surfaces were equipped.

    Help with moving

    Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy Vladislav OvchinskyHe specified that the five-section residential complex on Yerevanskaya Street has 253 apartments with a total area of over 14,000 square meters. They have a ready-made, improved finish, which will allow residents to move in immediately, without wasting time on additional repairs.

    In addition, two apartments are equipped for disabled citizens with limited mobility: they have wide corridors and doorways, and special handrails are provided in the bathrooms. The first floors in the new building are non-residential; in the future, pharmacies, shops, cafes, leisure centers for children and other social and household facilities will open on them.

    In order for residents to move more comfortably under the renovation program, they can use the “Moving Assistance” service. The city will provide free movers and a car to transport things from the old apartment to the new one. The service can be ordered through the mos.ru portal or at the resettlement information center.

    In the capital Department of Information Technology noted that it will help to prepare for the planned move general instructions, available in the super service “Moving under the renovation program” on the mos.ru portal. With its help, you can find out how the process is organized, get information on the documents required to draw up a contract, and also use links to useful services. If you configure the parameters of the move, the super service will provide the opportunity to read the instructions suitable for a specific life situation.

    Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin said that this year new housing was received under the renovation program more than 18 thousand Muscovites.

    The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It concerns about a million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 houses. Sergei Sobyanin ordered to increase the pace of its implementation twice as much.

    Moscow is one of the leaders among regions in terms of construction volumes. High rates of housing construction correspond to the goals and initiatives of the national project “Infrastructure for life”.

    Get the latest news quickly official telegram channel the city of Moscow.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sports complex with football field to be built in Ramenki

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The investor will build a sports complex with a football field in Ramenki. This was reported by the Minister of the Moscow Government, the head of the Department of Urban Development Policy of the capital Vladislav Ovchinsky.

    The facility with a total area of almost 10 thousand square meters will appear at the address: Minskaya Street, land plot No. 2a. The complex will include the main and administrative buildings, as well as a football field.

    “The five-story main building will have a multi-purpose sports hall with an area of 730 square meters, a competition hall with stands and a balcony, rooms for playing backgammon, checkers, chess, as well as two gyms, rooms for individual training, eSports and sports programming. There will also be balconies and terraces on the third and fourth floors. Next to the main building there will be a football field measuring 90 by 45 meters with running tracks and areas for athletics. There will be a stand for 200 seats and an administrative and household block with coaching rooms and changing rooms for athletes,” said Vladislav Ovchinsky.

    The facades of the complex will be decorated with aluminum slats and wood-like plates, stained glass, porcelain stoneware and stemalite. The entrance group will be decorated with a media screen.

    On the adjacent site, a sports and recreation complex will be built with two halls – a multifunctional one and a specialized one for padel tennis.

    “Earlier, the committee issued the developer the permit documentation necessary to begin construction on a land plot of 2.14 hectares. After receiving notification of the start of work, the department’s inspectors will draw up a program of inspections that will take place throughout the construction cycle. During the on-site events, the quality of structures and materials will be monitored, as well as their compliance with the requirements of the project and the architectural and urban planning solution,” the department chairman specified.

    Anton Slobodchikov.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Strong support for school library policy | Un fort appui pour une politique sur les bibliothèques scolaires

    Following the discovery of multiple books with explicit sexual content in some school libraries across the province, Alberta’s government conducted a public engagement survey to collect feedback on the creation of consistent standards to ensure the age-appropriateness of materials available to students in school libraries.

    From May 26 to June 6, Albertans were invited to share their views on age-appropriate materials in school libraries through an online survey. Almost 80,000 individual respondents completed the survey, showing significant and widespread public interest in the issue.

    Alberta’s government will be using this input, along with ongoing feedback collected from education partners, to develop provincewide standards. These standards will provide school boards with clear and consistent guidelines for selecting and managing age-appropriate materials in school libraries across the province.

    “Parents, educators and Albertans in general want action to ensure children don’t have access to age-inappropriate materials in school libraries. We will use this valuable input to guide the creation of a provincewide standard to ensure the policy reflects the priorities and values of Albertans.”

    Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education and Childcare

    Key survey findings

    • When asked “At what age should children be able to access materials with sexually explicit content in school libraries,” parents said:
      • never (have access): 42 per cent
      • elementary school (age 12 and under): four per cent
      • middle school (age 12 and up): 18 per cent
      • high school (age 15 and up): 22 per cent
      • all ages (should have access): 14 per cent
    • 62 per cent believe parents and guardians should have a role in reporting or challenging sexually explicit content in school libraries.  
    • When asked who should decide what materials are age appropriate in school libraries, the most popular responses were school librarians, teachers and parents.
    • Parents of school-age children were most supportive (42 per cent) of children never being able to access these materials in schools.

    The online survey summary and data are available on Alberta.ca. It should be noted that this online survey was designed for public engagement and to be used as a temperature check to see what Albertans think is the best way forward on this issue.

    Quick facts

    • In May 2025, the Alberta government also conducted a separate public opinion polling of 1,500 adult Albertans on sexually explicit materials in school libraries:
      • 51 per cent said such materials should not be permitted in any library accessible to children.
      • 94 per cent said these materials should not be available in elementary schools.
      • 75 per cent said it’s important for parents to have a say in what materials are present in school libraries.
    • Out of 196,901 entries, 118,574 duplicates and 932 blank entries were removed, resulting in a total of 77,395 responses. An additional 515 responses were received in the French language survey.
    • Examples of books found in Alberta K-12 school libraries which have been identified as inappropriate include:
      • Gender Queer, graphic novel by Maia Kobabe
        • Found in K-9 schools and high schools in Calgary Board of Education as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Fun Home, graphic novel by Alison Bechdel
        • Found in schools with students within the K-9 range as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Blankets, graphic novel by Craig Thompson
        • Found in Schools with students within the K-9 range in Edmonton Public School Board, as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board and Calgary Board of Education.
      • Flamer, graphic novel by Mike Curato
        • Found in schools with students within the K-9 range in Calgary Board of Education and Edmonton Public School Board schools, as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board and Calgary Board of Education.

    Related information

    • School library standards engagement
    • Reference materials – Content warning: this document contains graphic content that may be disturbing to viewers and is not appropriate for young viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

    Related news

    • Ensuring age-appropriate books in school libraries (May 26, 2025)

    Les résultats d’un sondage montrent le solide appui du public envers des mesures pour faire en sorte que les enfants n’aient pas accès à des ressources qui ne conviennent pas à leur âge dans les bibliothèques scolaires en Alberta.

    À la suite de la découverte de plusieurs livres à contenu sexuellement explicite dans certaines bibliothèques scolaires de la province, le gouvernement de l’Alberta a mené une consultation publique sous forme de sondage afin de recueillir des commentaires sur l’élaboration de normes uniformes visant à assurer que les ressources disponibles dans les bibliothèques scolaires soient adaptées à l’âge des élèves.

    Du 26 mai au 6 juin, la population albertaine était invitée à faire connaitre son point de vue sur les ressources adaptées à l’âge dans les bibliothèques scolaires en remplissant un sondage en ligne. Près de 80 000 répondants différents ont rempli le sondage, témoignant d’un intérêt important et généralisé de la part du public pour cette question.

    Le gouvernement de l’Alberta se servira de ces commentaires, ainsi que ceux des partenaires en éducation, pour élaborer des normes provinciales. Ces normes fourniront aux autorités scolaires des lignes directrices uniformes et précises pour la sélection et la gestion des ressources dans les bibliothèques scolaires de toute la province.

    « En général, les parents, les éducateurs et les Albertains veulent que des mesures soient prises pour que les enfants n’aient pas accès, dans les bibliothèques scolaires, à des ressources qui ne conviennent pas à leur âge. Nous nous appuierons sur ces précieux commentaires pour élaborer des normes provinciales afin que la politique reflète les priorités et les valeurs de la population albertaine. »

    Demetrios Nicolaides, ministre de l’Éducation et de la Garde d’enfants

    Principaux résultats du sondage

    • À la question « À quel âge les enfants devraient-ils pouvoir accéder aux ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires? », les répondants ont déclaré :
      • Jamais : 34 pour cent
      • École primaire (12 ans et moins) : 4 pour cent
      • École intermédiaire (12 ans et plus) : 22 pour cent
      • École secondaire (15 ans et plus) : 23 pour cent
      • Tous les âges : 17 pour cent
    • Soixante-deux pour cent pensent que les parents et les tuteurs devraient jouer un rôle dans le signalement ou la remise en question de la présence de ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires.  
    • À la question qui devrait déterminer quelles ressources dans les bibliothèques scolaires sont adaptées à l’âge des enfants, les réponses les plus populaires ont été les bibliothécaires scolaires, les enseignants et les parents.

    Le résumé du sondage en ligne et des données recueillies est publié sur Alberta.ca. Il est à noter que ce sondage a été conçu à des fins de consultation publique et devrait servir uniquement d’indicateur sur ce que les Albertains et Albertaines croient être la meilleure façon d’aborder cette question.

    En bref

    • En mai 2025, le gouvernement de l’Alberta a aussi effectué un sondage d’opinion distinct auprès de 1 500 Albertains adultes sur les ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires.
      • Cinquante-et-un pour cent des répondants ont déclaré que de telles ressources ne devraient pas être autorisées dans les bibliothèques accessibles aux enfants.
      • Quatre-vingt-quatorze pour cent des répondants ont déclaré que ces ressources ne devraient pas être accessibles dans les écoles primaires.
      • Soixante-quinze pour cent des répondants ont déclaré qu’il était important que les parents aient leur mot à dire sur les ressources pouvant être accessibles dans les bibliothèques scolaires.
    • Parmi les 196 901 sondages reçus, 118 574 doublons et 932 sondages laissés en blanc ont été supprimés, ce qui a donné un total de 77 395 réponses. Le sondage en français a permis de recueillir 515 réponses supplémentaires.
    • Voici quelques livres disponibles dans des bibliothèques scolaires (M à 12) de l’Alberta et qui ont été considérés comme inappropriés :
      • Gender Queer, roman graphique de Maia Kobabe
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles M à 9 du Calgary Board of Education et dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Fun Home, roman graphique de Alison Bechdel
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Blankets, roman graphique de Craig Thompson
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et gérées par Edmonton Public School Board, ainsi que dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board et du Calgary Board of Education.
      • Flamer, roman graphique de Mike Curato
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et gérées par Calgary Board of Education ou Edmonton Public School Board, ainsi que dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board et du Calgary Board of Education.

    Renseignements connexes

    • Consultation sur les normes pour les bibliothèques scolaires
    • Document de référence (en anglais seulement) – Avertissement : Ce document contient des images pouvant heurter la sensibilité des lecteurs. Il est donc réservé à un auditoire averti.

    Nouvelle connexe

    • Ensuring age-appropriate books in school libraries (26 mai)

    MIL OSI Canada News –

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Strong support for school library policy | Un fort appui pour une politique sur les bibliothèques scolaires

    Following the discovery of multiple books with explicit sexual content in some school libraries across the province, Alberta’s government conducted a public engagement survey to collect feedback on the creation of consistent standards to ensure the age-appropriateness of materials available to students in school libraries.

    From May 26 to June 6, Albertans were invited to share their views on age-appropriate materials in school libraries through an online survey. Almost 80,000 individual respondents completed the survey, showing significant and widespread public interest in the issue.

    Alberta’s government will be using this input, along with ongoing feedback collected from education partners, to develop provincewide standards. These standards will provide school boards with clear and consistent guidelines for selecting and managing age-appropriate materials in school libraries across the province.

    “Parents, educators and Albertans in general want action to ensure children don’t have access to age-inappropriate materials in school libraries. We will use this valuable input to guide the creation of a provincewide standard to ensure the policy reflects the priorities and values of Albertans.”

    Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education and Childcare

    Key survey findings

    • When asked “At what age should children be able to access materials with sexually explicit content in school libraries,” parents said:
      • never (have access): 42 per cent
      • elementary school (age 12 and under): four per cent
      • middle school (age 12 and up): 18 per cent
      • high school (age 15 and up): 22 per cent
      • all ages (should have access): 14 per cent
    • 62 per cent believe parents and guardians should have a role in reporting or challenging sexually explicit content in school libraries.  
    • When asked who should decide what materials are age appropriate in school libraries, the most popular responses were school librarians, teachers and parents.
    • Parents of school-age children were most supportive (42 per cent) of children never being able to access these materials in schools.

    The online survey summary and data are available on Alberta.ca. It should be noted that this online survey was designed for public engagement and to be used as a temperature check to see what Albertans think is the best way forward on this issue.

    Quick facts

    • In May 2025, the Alberta government also conducted a separate public opinion polling of 1,500 adult Albertans on sexually explicit materials in school libraries:
      • 51 per cent said such materials should not be permitted in any library accessible to children.
      • 94 per cent said these materials should not be available in elementary schools.
      • 75 per cent said it’s important for parents to have a say in what materials are present in school libraries.
    • Out of 196,901 entries, 118,574 duplicates and 932 blank entries were removed, resulting in a total of 77,395 responses. An additional 515 responses were received in the French language survey.
    • Examples of books found in Alberta K-12 school libraries which have been identified as inappropriate include:
      • Gender Queer, graphic novel by Maia Kobabe
        • Found in K-9 schools and high schools in Calgary Board of Education as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Fun Home, graphic novel by Alison Bechdel
        • Found in schools with students within the K-9 range as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Blankets, graphic novel by Craig Thompson
        • Found in Schools with students within the K-9 range in Edmonton Public School Board, as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board and Calgary Board of Education.
      • Flamer, graphic novel by Mike Curato
        • Found in schools with students within the K-9 range in Calgary Board of Education and Edmonton Public School Board schools, as well as high schools in Edmonton Public School Board and Calgary Board of Education.

    Related information

    • School library standards engagement
    • Reference materials – Content warning: this document contains graphic content that may be disturbing to viewers and is not appropriate for young viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

    Related news

    • Ensuring age-appropriate books in school libraries (May 26, 2025)

    Les résultats d’un sondage montrent le solide appui du public envers des mesures pour faire en sorte que les enfants n’aient pas accès à des ressources qui ne conviennent pas à leur âge dans les bibliothèques scolaires en Alberta.

    À la suite de la découverte de plusieurs livres à contenu sexuellement explicite dans certaines bibliothèques scolaires de la province, le gouvernement de l’Alberta a mené une consultation publique sous forme de sondage afin de recueillir des commentaires sur l’élaboration de normes uniformes visant à assurer que les ressources disponibles dans les bibliothèques scolaires soient adaptées à l’âge des élèves.

    Du 26 mai au 6 juin, la population albertaine était invitée à faire connaitre son point de vue sur les ressources adaptées à l’âge dans les bibliothèques scolaires en remplissant un sondage en ligne. Près de 80 000 répondants différents ont rempli le sondage, témoignant d’un intérêt important et généralisé de la part du public pour cette question.

    Le gouvernement de l’Alberta se servira de ces commentaires, ainsi que ceux des partenaires en éducation, pour élaborer des normes provinciales. Ces normes fourniront aux autorités scolaires des lignes directrices uniformes et précises pour la sélection et la gestion des ressources dans les bibliothèques scolaires de toute la province.

    « En général, les parents, les éducateurs et les Albertains veulent que des mesures soient prises pour que les enfants n’aient pas accès, dans les bibliothèques scolaires, à des ressources qui ne conviennent pas à leur âge. Nous nous appuierons sur ces précieux commentaires pour élaborer des normes provinciales afin que la politique reflète les priorités et les valeurs de la population albertaine. »

    Demetrios Nicolaides, ministre de l’Éducation et de la Garde d’enfants

    Principaux résultats du sondage

    • À la question « À quel âge les enfants devraient-ils pouvoir accéder aux ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires? », les répondants ont déclaré :
      • Jamais : 34 pour cent
      • École primaire (12 ans et moins) : 4 pour cent
      • École intermédiaire (12 ans et plus) : 22 pour cent
      • École secondaire (15 ans et plus) : 23 pour cent
      • Tous les âges : 17 pour cent
    • Soixante-deux pour cent pensent que les parents et les tuteurs devraient jouer un rôle dans le signalement ou la remise en question de la présence de ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires.  
    • À la question qui devrait déterminer quelles ressources dans les bibliothèques scolaires sont adaptées à l’âge des enfants, les réponses les plus populaires ont été les bibliothécaires scolaires, les enseignants et les parents.

    Le résumé du sondage en ligne et des données recueillies est publié sur Alberta.ca. Il est à noter que ce sondage a été conçu à des fins de consultation publique et devrait servir uniquement d’indicateur sur ce que les Albertains et Albertaines croient être la meilleure façon d’aborder cette question.

    En bref

    • En mai 2025, le gouvernement de l’Alberta a aussi effectué un sondage d’opinion distinct auprès de 1 500 Albertains adultes sur les ressources à contenu sexuellement explicite dans les bibliothèques scolaires.
      • Cinquante-et-un pour cent des répondants ont déclaré que de telles ressources ne devraient pas être autorisées dans les bibliothèques accessibles aux enfants.
      • Quatre-vingt-quatorze pour cent des répondants ont déclaré que ces ressources ne devraient pas être accessibles dans les écoles primaires.
      • Soixante-quinze pour cent des répondants ont déclaré qu’il était important que les parents aient leur mot à dire sur les ressources pouvant être accessibles dans les bibliothèques scolaires.
    • Parmi les 196 901 sondages reçus, 118 574 doublons et 932 sondages laissés en blanc ont été supprimés, ce qui a donné un total de 77 395 réponses. Le sondage en français a permis de recueillir 515 réponses supplémentaires.
    • Voici quelques livres disponibles dans des bibliothèques scolaires (M à 12) de l’Alberta et qui ont été considérés comme inappropriés :
      • Gender Queer, roman graphique de Maia Kobabe
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles M à 9 du Calgary Board of Education et dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Fun Home, roman graphique de Alison Bechdel
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board.
      • Blankets, roman graphique de Craig Thompson
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et gérées par Edmonton Public School Board, ainsi que dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board et du Calgary Board of Education.
      • Flamer, roman graphique de Mike Curato
        • On a retrouvé des exemplaires dans des écoles fréquentées par des élèves de la maternelle à la 9e année et gérées par Calgary Board of Education ou Edmonton Public School Board, ainsi que dans des écoles secondaires d’Edmonton Public School Board et du Calgary Board of Education.

    Renseignements connexes

    • Consultation sur les normes pour les bibliothèques scolaires
    • Document de référence (en anglais seulement) – Avertissement : Ce document contient des images pouvant heurter la sensibilité des lecteurs. Il est donc réservé à un auditoire averti.

    Nouvelle connexe

    • Ensuring age-appropriate books in school libraries (26 mai)

    MIL OSI Canada News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Melissa Hortman, Mark Hortman, and Condemning Political Violence Unanimously Passes Senate

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn)

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), along with Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced their resolution to honor the life of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and condemn political violence unanimously passed the Senate. The resolution also passed in the House, where it was sponsored by Representatives Kelly Morrison (D-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN),  Angie Craig (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Brad Finstad (R-MN).

    Full text of the resolution is available HERE and below:

    Whereas, on June 14, 2025, a gunman entered the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and shot and critically injured him and his wife, Yvette Hoffman;

    Whereas the gunman then entered the home of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and assassinated her and her husband Mark Hortman;

    Whereas the gunman had documents that listed dozens of lawmakers targeted for assassination;

    Whereas the law enforcement officers of Brooklyn Park and Champlin saved additional lives by intervening with their bravery and rapid response to the attack;

    Whereas Speaker Emerita Hortman was a formidable public servant who served her community and the people of Minnesota with deep devotion, compassion, and strength;

    Whereas acts of political violence have no place in the United States and represent a grave threat;

    Whereas swift condemnation of political violence by elected officials is necessary to preserve and protect the democracy of the United States;

    Whereas, when these violent acts expose division, the people of the United States must persevere in the pursuit of democratic principles, resolving their differences through debate and civil discourse; and

    Whereas political violence not only attacks the life and liberty of the representatives of the people of the United States, it also attacks the right of the people to be represented: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate, in this moment of tragic loss—

    (1) strongly condemns and denounces the attacks on Minnesota State legislators in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota on June 14, 2025;

    (2) honors the life of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman for her devotion to public service and her tireless efforts to serve the people of Minnesota and the life of her husband, Mark Hortman;

    (3) honors Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, who were shot and critically injured, and wishes for their full and speedy recovery;

    (4) honors the courageous law enforcement officers who saved additional lives with their rapid response to the attack and successfully apprehended and charged the suspected perpetrator on June 15, 2025;

    (5) calls on all community leaders and elected officials to publicly and unequivocally denounce acts of political violence; and

    (6) calls on all people of the United States to unite in this moment of pain and tragedy and reaffirm the commitment of the people of the United States to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy in which violent rhetoric and acts are not tolerated.

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Melissa Hortman, Mark Hortman, and Condemning Political Violence Unanimously Passes Senate

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn)

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), along with Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced their resolution to honor the life of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and condemn political violence unanimously passed the Senate. The resolution also passed in the House, where it was sponsored by Representatives Kelly Morrison (D-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN),  Angie Craig (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Brad Finstad (R-MN).

    Full text of the resolution is available HERE and below:

    Whereas, on June 14, 2025, a gunman entered the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and shot and critically injured him and his wife, Yvette Hoffman;

    Whereas the gunman then entered the home of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and assassinated her and her husband Mark Hortman;

    Whereas the gunman had documents that listed dozens of lawmakers targeted for assassination;

    Whereas the law enforcement officers of Brooklyn Park and Champlin saved additional lives by intervening with their bravery and rapid response to the attack;

    Whereas Speaker Emerita Hortman was a formidable public servant who served her community and the people of Minnesota with deep devotion, compassion, and strength;

    Whereas acts of political violence have no place in the United States and represent a grave threat;

    Whereas swift condemnation of political violence by elected officials is necessary to preserve and protect the democracy of the United States;

    Whereas, when these violent acts expose division, the people of the United States must persevere in the pursuit of democratic principles, resolving their differences through debate and civil discourse; and

    Whereas political violence not only attacks the life and liberty of the representatives of the people of the United States, it also attacks the right of the people to be represented: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate, in this moment of tragic loss—

    (1) strongly condemns and denounces the attacks on Minnesota State legislators in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota on June 14, 2025;

    (2) honors the life of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman for her devotion to public service and her tireless efforts to serve the people of Minnesota and the life of her husband, Mark Hortman;

    (3) honors Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, who were shot and critically injured, and wishes for their full and speedy recovery;

    (4) honors the courageous law enforcement officers who saved additional lives with their rapid response to the attack and successfully apprehended and charged the suspected perpetrator on June 15, 2025;

    (5) calls on all community leaders and elected officials to publicly and unequivocally denounce acts of political violence; and

    (6) calls on all people of the United States to unite in this moment of pain and tragedy and reaffirm the commitment of the people of the United States to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy in which violent rhetoric and acts are not tolerated.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Melissa Hortman, Mark Hortman, and Condemning Political Violence Unanimously Passes Senate

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn)

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), along with Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced their resolution to honor the life of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and condemn political violence unanimously passed the Senate. The resolution also passed in the House, where it was sponsored by Representatives Kelly Morrison (D-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN),  Angie Craig (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Brad Finstad (R-MN).

    Full text of the resolution is available HERE and below:

    Whereas, on June 14, 2025, a gunman entered the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and shot and critically injured him and his wife, Yvette Hoffman;

    Whereas the gunman then entered the home of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and assassinated her and her husband Mark Hortman;

    Whereas the gunman had documents that listed dozens of lawmakers targeted for assassination;

    Whereas the law enforcement officers of Brooklyn Park and Champlin saved additional lives by intervening with their bravery and rapid response to the attack;

    Whereas Speaker Emerita Hortman was a formidable public servant who served her community and the people of Minnesota with deep devotion, compassion, and strength;

    Whereas acts of political violence have no place in the United States and represent a grave threat;

    Whereas swift condemnation of political violence by elected officials is necessary to preserve and protect the democracy of the United States;

    Whereas, when these violent acts expose division, the people of the United States must persevere in the pursuit of democratic principles, resolving their differences through debate and civil discourse; and

    Whereas political violence not only attacks the life and liberty of the representatives of the people of the United States, it also attacks the right of the people to be represented: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate, in this moment of tragic loss—

    (1) strongly condemns and denounces the attacks on Minnesota State legislators in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota on June 14, 2025;

    (2) honors the life of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman for her devotion to public service and her tireless efforts to serve the people of Minnesota and the life of her husband, Mark Hortman;

    (3) honors Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, who were shot and critically injured, and wishes for their full and speedy recovery;

    (4) honors the courageous law enforcement officers who saved additional lives with their rapid response to the attack and successfully apprehended and charged the suspected perpetrator on June 15, 2025;

    (5) calls on all community leaders and elected officials to publicly and unequivocally denounce acts of political violence; and

    (6) calls on all people of the United States to unite in this moment of pain and tragedy and reaffirm the commitment of the people of the United States to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy in which violent rhetoric and acts are not tolerated.

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Melissa Hortman, Mark Hortman, and Condemning Political Violence Unanimously Passes Senate

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn)

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), along with Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced their resolution to honor the life of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and condemn political violence unanimously passed the Senate. The resolution also passed in the House, where it was sponsored by Representatives Kelly Morrison (D-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN),  Angie Craig (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Brad Finstad (R-MN).

    Full text of the resolution is available HERE and below:

    Whereas, on June 14, 2025, a gunman entered the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and shot and critically injured him and his wife, Yvette Hoffman;

    Whereas the gunman then entered the home of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and assassinated her and her husband Mark Hortman;

    Whereas the gunman had documents that listed dozens of lawmakers targeted for assassination;

    Whereas the law enforcement officers of Brooklyn Park and Champlin saved additional lives by intervening with their bravery and rapid response to the attack;

    Whereas Speaker Emerita Hortman was a formidable public servant who served her community and the people of Minnesota with deep devotion, compassion, and strength;

    Whereas acts of political violence have no place in the United States and represent a grave threat;

    Whereas swift condemnation of political violence by elected officials is necessary to preserve and protect the democracy of the United States;

    Whereas, when these violent acts expose division, the people of the United States must persevere in the pursuit of democratic principles, resolving their differences through debate and civil discourse; and

    Whereas political violence not only attacks the life and liberty of the representatives of the people of the United States, it also attacks the right of the people to be represented: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate, in this moment of tragic loss—

    (1) strongly condemns and denounces the attacks on Minnesota State legislators in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota on June 14, 2025;

    (2) honors the life of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman for her devotion to public service and her tireless efforts to serve the people of Minnesota and the life of her husband, Mark Hortman;

    (3) honors Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, who were shot and critically injured, and wishes for their full and speedy recovery;

    (4) honors the courageous law enforcement officers who saved additional lives with their rapid response to the attack and successfully apprehended and charged the suspected perpetrator on June 15, 2025;

    (5) calls on all community leaders and elected officials to publicly and unequivocally denounce acts of political violence; and

    (6) calls on all people of the United States to unite in this moment of pain and tragedy and reaffirm the commitment of the people of the United States to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy in which violent rhetoric and acts are not tolerated.

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Melissa Hortman, Mark Hortman, and Condemning Political Violence Unanimously Passes Senate

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn)

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), along with Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced their resolution to honor the life of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and condemn political violence unanimously passed the Senate. The resolution also passed in the House, where it was sponsored by Representatives Kelly Morrison (D-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN),  Angie Craig (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Brad Finstad (R-MN).

    Full text of the resolution is available HERE and below:

    Whereas, on June 14, 2025, a gunman entered the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and shot and critically injured him and his wife, Yvette Hoffman;

    Whereas the gunman then entered the home of Minnesota State House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and assassinated her and her husband Mark Hortman;

    Whereas the gunman had documents that listed dozens of lawmakers targeted for assassination;

    Whereas the law enforcement officers of Brooklyn Park and Champlin saved additional lives by intervening with their bravery and rapid response to the attack;

    Whereas Speaker Emerita Hortman was a formidable public servant who served her community and the people of Minnesota with deep devotion, compassion, and strength;

    Whereas acts of political violence have no place in the United States and represent a grave threat;

    Whereas swift condemnation of political violence by elected officials is necessary to preserve and protect the democracy of the United States;

    Whereas, when these violent acts expose division, the people of the United States must persevere in the pursuit of democratic principles, resolving their differences through debate and civil discourse; and

    Whereas political violence not only attacks the life and liberty of the representatives of the people of the United States, it also attacks the right of the people to be represented: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate, in this moment of tragic loss—

    (1) strongly condemns and denounces the attacks on Minnesota State legislators in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota on June 14, 2025;

    (2) honors the life of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman for her devotion to public service and her tireless efforts to serve the people of Minnesota and the life of her husband, Mark Hortman;

    (3) honors Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, who were shot and critically injured, and wishes for their full and speedy recovery;

    (4) honors the courageous law enforcement officers who saved additional lives with their rapid response to the attack and successfully apprehended and charged the suspected perpetrator on June 15, 2025;

    (5) calls on all community leaders and elected officials to publicly and unequivocally denounce acts of political violence; and

    (6) calls on all people of the United States to unite in this moment of pain and tragedy and reaffirm the commitment of the people of the United States to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy in which violent rhetoric and acts are not tolerated.

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Supporting media development: OSCE promotes legal training for journalists in Kazakhstan

    Source: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe – OSCE

    Headline: Supporting media development: OSCE promotes legal training for journalists in Kazakhstan

    Participants work through theoretical concepts under the guidance of the expert at the legal training for journalists held in Astana, 16–17 June 2025. (OSCE/Assylbek Assylkhanov) Photo details

    On 16 and 17 June in Astana as well as on 19 and 20 June 2025 in Almaty, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, in partnership with the Public Foundation “Legal Media Center” and Internews in Kazakhstan, organized two-day training workshops on “Legal Check-Up for Journalists.”
    The event brought together 39 participants, including journalists from different regions of Kazakhstan, aiming to enhance their legal awareness and strengthen professional competencies in an evolving regulatory and technological environment. The workshop served as a platform to examine the practical implications of the updated Law on Mass Media, while also addressing broader challenges journalists face – such as navigating defamation and privacy legislation, understanding copyright in the digital age, and responding to the growing use of AI in media production.
    Yuri Fenopetov, Acting Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, highlighted: “Modern journalists work in conditions where technological changes are happening rapidly, and the legal and ethical burden on the profession is growing. In these conditions, it is especially important that journalists have access to up-to-date knowledge about legislation, tools for protecting their rights and responsibilities arising from the status of a professional communicator.”
    The training combined theoretical presentations with practical group exercises, enabling participants to apply their knowledge through simulated case scenarios. In addition, experts covered critical aspects of journalists’ safety – both digital and physical – ethical journalism standards, and international principles on freedom of expression, offering participants tools to apply these concepts in their daily work.
    Diana Okremova, Director of the Public Foundation “Legal Media Center”, emphasized the importance of such training: “Such trainings are an opportunity for journalists to strengthen their knowledge, better understand the legal nuances of the profession, and structure their work taking into account modern challenges and professional standards.”
    Based on an interactive and hands-on approach, all participants successfully completed final practical assignments and are now prepared to share their knowledge with their journalist colleagues. The event also served as a space for exchanging experiences and developing practical recommendations to support sustainable improvements in media practice in Kazakhstan.
    The training workshop highlights the OSCE’s commitment to supporting media freedom and strengthening journalists’ capacities to operate effectively and safely in a legal and digital environment.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Supporting media development: OSCE promotes legal training for journalists in Kazakhstan

    Source: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe – OSCE

    Headline: Supporting media development: OSCE promotes legal training for journalists in Kazakhstan

    Participants work through theoretical concepts under the guidance of the expert at the legal training for journalists held in Astana, 16–17 June 2025. (OSCE/Assylbek Assylkhanov) Photo details

    On 16 and 17 June in Astana as well as on 19 and 20 June 2025 in Almaty, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, in partnership with the Public Foundation “Legal Media Center” and Internews in Kazakhstan, organized two-day training workshops on “Legal Check-Up for Journalists.”
    The event brought together 39 participants, including journalists from different regions of Kazakhstan, aiming to enhance their legal awareness and strengthen professional competencies in an evolving regulatory and technological environment. The workshop served as a platform to examine the practical implications of the updated Law on Mass Media, while also addressing broader challenges journalists face – such as navigating defamation and privacy legislation, understanding copyright in the digital age, and responding to the growing use of AI in media production.
    Yuri Fenopetov, Acting Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, highlighted: “Modern journalists work in conditions where technological changes are happening rapidly, and the legal and ethical burden on the profession is growing. In these conditions, it is especially important that journalists have access to up-to-date knowledge about legislation, tools for protecting their rights and responsibilities arising from the status of a professional communicator.”
    The training combined theoretical presentations with practical group exercises, enabling participants to apply their knowledge through simulated case scenarios. In addition, experts covered critical aspects of journalists’ safety – both digital and physical – ethical journalism standards, and international principles on freedom of expression, offering participants tools to apply these concepts in their daily work.
    Diana Okremova, Director of the Public Foundation “Legal Media Center”, emphasized the importance of such training: “Such trainings are an opportunity for journalists to strengthen their knowledge, better understand the legal nuances of the profession, and structure their work taking into account modern challenges and professional standards.”
    Based on an interactive and hands-on approach, all participants successfully completed final practical assignments and are now prepared to share their knowledge with their journalist colleagues. The event also served as a space for exchanging experiences and developing practical recommendations to support sustainable improvements in media practice in Kazakhstan.
    The training workshop highlights the OSCE’s commitment to supporting media freedom and strengthening journalists’ capacities to operate effectively and safely in a legal and digital environment.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: New building of Nesterenko art gallery will be ready this year – Moscow Mayor

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The construction of the new building of the Moscow State University will be completed this year. Vasily Nesterenko’s art gallery on Butyrskaya Street. Sergei Sobyanin reported this in his telegram channel.

    “It is being built in the neoclassical style, and the interior design will be at the junction of Art Nouveau, neoclassicism and Empire. The idea of the project belongs to the artist himself,” the Mayor of Moscow wrote.

    Source: Sergei Sobyanin’s Telegram channel @mos_sobyanin 

    The monolith of the building is almost ready. Now specialists have started installing facades from decorative glass fiber concrete products and roofing, doing rough and final finishing.

    The gallery will house an exhibition area, a storage facility and restoration workshops, as well as a comfortable foyer and entrance area.

    The grand staircase will connect the exhibition halls and allow for a continuous viewing of the exhibition. Up to 400 people will be able to see the collections of works dedicated to Russian history and culture at the same time.

    Getting to the gallery will be easy: it is located near the Savelovskaya station of the Big Circle Line of the metro.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //vv.mos.ru/mayor/tkhemes/12999050/

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Man in court in relation to Tauranga road rage incidents

    Source: New Zealand Police

    A man is due back in court in two weeks charged with offending relating to alleged road rage in Tauranga last month.

    On 20 May, Police received a number of reports from members of the public about the manner of driving of a utility vehicle, including an instance where the driver allegedly brandished a knife at a motorist.

    Inspector Logan Marsh, Relieving Western Bay of Plenty Area Commander, says this week’s arrest comes after significant Police enquiries to locate the alleged offender, which culminated in Police executing a search warrant at a Welcome Bay address this week.

    A 52-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday and appeared in Tauranga District Court yesterday, charged with operating a motor vehicle recklessly, and possession of an offensive weapon.

    He has been remanded in custody to reappear on 11 July.

    “We’d like to thank the public for the information they provided, which was a key component to our investigation,” Inspector Marsh says.

    “Our teams have worked to locate the person responsible and I’d like to acknowledge their hard work.

    “Police will continue to take action where we can against any dangerous driving activity on our roads,” he says.

    Police continue to urge anybody who witnesses any dangerous or illegal behaviour to report it to Police.

    Please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report via 105 if it is after the fact. Information can also be reported anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

    ENDS

    Issued by the Police Media Centre
     

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Antoinette Lattouf win against ABC a victory for all truth-tellers

    By Isaac Nellist of Green Left Magazine

    Australian-Lebanese journalist and commentator Antoinette Lattouf’s unfair dismissal case win against the public broadcaster ABC in the Federal Court on Wednesday is a victory for all those who seek to tell the truth.

    It is a breath of fresh air, after almost two years of lies and uncritical reporting about Israel’s genocide from the ABC and commercial media companies.

    Lattouf was unfairly sacked in December 2023 for posting on her social media a Human Rights Watch report that detailed Israel’s deliberate starvation of Palestinians in Gaza.

    Justice Darryl Rangiah found that Lattouf had been sacked for her political opinions, given no opportunity to respond to misconduct allegations and that the ABC breached its Enterprise Agreement and section 772 of the Fair Work Act.

    The Federal Court also found that ABC executives — then-chief content officer Chris Oliver-Taylor, editor-in-chief David Anderson and board chair Ita Buttrose — had sacked Lattouf in response to a pro-Israel lobby pressure campaign.

    The coordinated email campaign from Zionist groups accused Lattouf of being “antisemitic” for condemning Israel’s genocide and ethnic cleansing of Gaza.

    The judge awarded Lattouf A$70,000 in damages, based on findings that her sacking caused “great distress”, and more than $1 million in legal fees.

    ‘No Lebanese’ claim
    Lattouf had alleged that her race or ethnicity had played a part in her sacking, which the ABC had initially responded to by claiming there was no such thing as a “Lebanese, Arab or Middle Eastern Race”, before backtracking.

    The court found that this did not play a part in the decision to sack Lattouf.

    The ABC’s own reporting of the ruling said “the ABC has damaged its reputation, and public perceptions around its ideals, integrity and independence”.

    Outside the court, Lattouf said: “It is now June 2025 and Palestinian children are still being starved. We see their images every day, emaciated, skeletal, scavenging through the rubble for scraps.

    “This unspeakable suffering is not accidental, it is engineered. Deliberately starving and killing children is a war crime.

    “Today, the court has found that punishing someone for sharing facts about these war crimes is also illegal. I was punished for my political opinion.”

    Palestine solidarity groups and democratic rights supporters have celebrated Lattouf’s victory.

    An ‘eternal shame’
    Palestine Action Group Sydney said: “It is to the eternal shame of our national broadcaster that it sacked a journalist because she opposed the genocide in Gaza.

    “There should be a full inquiry into the systematic pro-Israel bias at the ABC, which for 21 months has acted as a propaganda wing of the Israeli military.”

    Racial justice organisation Democracy in Colour said the ruling “exposes the systematic silencing taking place in Australian media institutions in regards to Palestine”.

    Democracy in Colour chairperson Jamal Hakim said Lattouf was punished for “speaking truth to power”.

    “When the ABC capitulated to pressure from the pro-Israel lobby . . .  they didn’t just betray Antoinette — they betrayed their own editorial standards and the Australian public who deserve to know the truth about Israel’s human rights abuses.”

    Noura Mansour, national director for Democracy in Colour, said the ABC had been “consistently shutting down valid criticism of the state of Israel” and suppressing the voices of people of colour and Palestinians. She said the national broadcaster had “worked to manufacture consent for the Israeli-US backed genocide”.

    Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance chief executive Erin Madeley said: “Instead of defending its journalists, ABC management chose to appease powerful voices . . . they failed in their duty to push back against outside interference, racism and bullying.”

    Win for ‘journalistic integrity’
    Australian Greens leader Larissa Waters said the ruling was a win for “journalistic integrity and freedom of speech” and that “no one should be punished for speaking out about Gaza”.

    Green Left editor Pip Hinman said the ruling was an “important victory for those who stand on the side of truth and justice”.

    “It is more important than ever in an increasingly polarised world that journalists speak up and report the truth without fear of reprisal from the rich and powerful.

    “Traditional and new media have the reach to shape public opinion. They have had a clear pro-Israel bias, despite international human rights agencies providing horrific data on Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

    “Meanwhile, tens of thousands of people around Australia continue to call for an end to the genocide in Gaza in protests every week. But the ABC and corporate media have largely ignored this movement of people from all walks of life. Disturbingly, the corporate media has gone along with some political leaders who claim this anti-war movement is antisemitic.

    “As thousands continue to march every week for an end to the genocide in Gaza, the ABC and corporate media organisations have continued to push the lie that the Palestine solidarity movement, and indeed any criticism of Israel, is antisemitic.

    “Green Left also hails those courageous mostly young journalists in Gaza, some 200 of whom have been killed by Israel since October 2023.

    “Their livestreaming of Israel’s genocide cut through corporate media and political leaders’ lies and today makes it even harder for them to whitewash Israel’s crimes and Western complicity.

    “Green Left congratulates Lattouf on her victory. We are proud to stand with the movement for justice and peace in Palestine, which played a part in her victory against the ABC management’s bias.”

    Republished from Green Left Magazine with permission.

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

  • MIL-Evening Report: Antoinette Lattouf win against ABC a victory for all truth-tellers

    By Isaac Nellist of Green Left Magazine

    Australian-Lebanese journalist and commentator Antoinette Lattouf’s unfair dismissal case win against the public broadcaster ABC in the Federal Court on Wednesday is a victory for all those who seek to tell the truth.

    It is a breath of fresh air, after almost two years of lies and uncritical reporting about Israel’s genocide from the ABC and commercial media companies.

    Lattouf was unfairly sacked in December 2023 for posting on her social media a Human Rights Watch report that detailed Israel’s deliberate starvation of Palestinians in Gaza.

    Justice Darryl Rangiah found that Lattouf had been sacked for her political opinions, given no opportunity to respond to misconduct allegations and that the ABC breached its Enterprise Agreement and section 772 of the Fair Work Act.

    The Federal Court also found that ABC executives — then-chief content officer Chris Oliver-Taylor, editor-in-chief David Anderson and board chair Ita Buttrose — had sacked Lattouf in response to a pro-Israel lobby pressure campaign.

    The coordinated email campaign from Zionist groups accused Lattouf of being “antisemitic” for condemning Israel’s genocide and ethnic cleansing of Gaza.

    The judge awarded Lattouf A$70,000 in damages, based on findings that her sacking caused “great distress”, and more than $1 million in legal fees.

    ‘No Lebanese’ claim
    Lattouf had alleged that her race or ethnicity had played a part in her sacking, which the ABC had initially responded to by claiming there was no such thing as a “Lebanese, Arab or Middle Eastern Race”, before backtracking.

    The court found that this did not play a part in the decision to sack Lattouf.

    The ABC’s own reporting of the ruling said “the ABC has damaged its reputation, and public perceptions around its ideals, integrity and independence”.

    Outside the court, Lattouf said: “It is now June 2025 and Palestinian children are still being starved. We see their images every day, emaciated, skeletal, scavenging through the rubble for scraps.

    “This unspeakable suffering is not accidental, it is engineered. Deliberately starving and killing children is a war crime.

    “Today, the court has found that punishing someone for sharing facts about these war crimes is also illegal. I was punished for my political opinion.”

    Palestine solidarity groups and democratic rights supporters have celebrated Lattouf’s victory.

    An ‘eternal shame’
    Palestine Action Group Sydney said: “It is to the eternal shame of our national broadcaster that it sacked a journalist because she opposed the genocide in Gaza.

    “There should be a full inquiry into the systematic pro-Israel bias at the ABC, which for 21 months has acted as a propaganda wing of the Israeli military.”

    Racial justice organisation Democracy in Colour said the ruling “exposes the systematic silencing taking place in Australian media institutions in regards to Palestine”.

    Democracy in Colour chairperson Jamal Hakim said Lattouf was punished for “speaking truth to power”.

    “When the ABC capitulated to pressure from the pro-Israel lobby . . .  they didn’t just betray Antoinette — they betrayed their own editorial standards and the Australian public who deserve to know the truth about Israel’s human rights abuses.”

    Noura Mansour, national director for Democracy in Colour, said the ABC had been “consistently shutting down valid criticism of the state of Israel” and suppressing the voices of people of colour and Palestinians. She said the national broadcaster had “worked to manufacture consent for the Israeli-US backed genocide”.

    Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance chief executive Erin Madeley said: “Instead of defending its journalists, ABC management chose to appease powerful voices . . . they failed in their duty to push back against outside interference, racism and bullying.”

    Win for ‘journalistic integrity’
    Australian Greens leader Larissa Waters said the ruling was a win for “journalistic integrity and freedom of speech” and that “no one should be punished for speaking out about Gaza”.

    Green Left editor Pip Hinman said the ruling was an “important victory for those who stand on the side of truth and justice”.

    “It is more important than ever in an increasingly polarised world that journalists speak up and report the truth without fear of reprisal from the rich and powerful.

    “Traditional and new media have the reach to shape public opinion. They have had a clear pro-Israel bias, despite international human rights agencies providing horrific data on Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

    “Meanwhile, tens of thousands of people around Australia continue to call for an end to the genocide in Gaza in protests every week. But the ABC and corporate media have largely ignored this movement of people from all walks of life. Disturbingly, the corporate media has gone along with some political leaders who claim this anti-war movement is antisemitic.

    “As thousands continue to march every week for an end to the genocide in Gaza, the ABC and corporate media organisations have continued to push the lie that the Palestine solidarity movement, and indeed any criticism of Israel, is antisemitic.

    “Green Left also hails those courageous mostly young journalists in Gaza, some 200 of whom have been killed by Israel since October 2023.

    “Their livestreaming of Israel’s genocide cut through corporate media and political leaders’ lies and today makes it even harder for them to whitewash Israel’s crimes and Western complicity.

    “Green Left congratulates Lattouf on her victory. We are proud to stand with the movement for justice and peace in Palestine, which played a part in her victory against the ABC management’s bias.”

    Republished from Green Left Magazine with permission.

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

  • MIL-OSI: NBPE – May Monthly Net Asset Value Estimate

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

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    NBPE Announces May Monthly NAV Estimate

    St Peter Port, Guernsey 27 June 2025

    NB Private Equity Partners (NBPE), the $1.2bn1, FTSE 250, listed private equity investment company managed by Neuberger Berman, today announces its 31 May 2025 monthly NAV estimate.

    NAV Highlights (31 May 2025)

    • NAV per share was $27.24 (£20.20), a total return of (0.2%) in the month
    • Approximately 98% of fair value based on private company valuation information as of Q1 2025 or based on 31 May 2025 quoted prices
    • Based on information received, private company valuations decreased in fair value by (0.4%) during Q1 2025 on a constant currency basis
    • $285 million of available liquidity at 31 May 2025
    • ~51k shares repurchased (~$1 million) during May 2025 at a weighted average discount of 30% which was accretive to NAV by ~$0.01 per share. Year-to-date, NBPE has repurchased ~738k shares (~$14 million) at a weighted average discount of 29% which was accretive to NAV by ~$0.11 per share
    As of 31 May 2025 Year to Date One Year 3 years 5 years 10 years
    NAV TR (USD)*
    Annualised    		 0.7% 2.5% 2.0%
    0.7%    		 85.8%
    13.2%    		 157.2%
    9.9%
    MSCI World TR (USD)*
    Annualised    		 5.2% 14.2% 47.1%
    13.7%    		 98.7%
    14.7%    		 171.5%
    10.5%
               
    Share price TR (GBP)*
    Annualised    		 (7.9%) (7.2%) 7.9%
    2.6%    		 102.0%
    15.1%    		 179.4%
    10.8%
    FTSE All-Share TR (GBP)*
    Annualised    		 4.1% 8.6% 26.8%
    9.4%    		 69.0%
    11.1%    		 80.7%
    6.1%

    * All NBPE performance figures assume re-investment of dividends on the ex-dividend date and reflect cumulative returns over the relevant time periods shown. Three-year, five-year and ten-year annualised returns are presented for USD NAV, MSCI World (USD), GBP Share Price and FTSE All-Share (GBP) Total Returns.

    Portfolio Update to 31 May 2025

    NAV performance during the month driven by:

    • 0.6% NAV decrease ($8 million) in the value of private holdings
    • 0.6% NAV increase ($8 million) attributable to changes in prices of quoted holdings (which now constitute 6% of portfolio fair value)
    • Immaterial impact on NAV from FX changes
    • 0.2% NAV decrease ($3 million) attributable to expense accruals

    $66 million of realisations in 2025 year to date

    • $8 million of proceeds received during the month of May

    $285 million of total liquidity at 31 May 2025

    • $75 million of cash and liquid investments with $210 million of undrawn credit line available

    2025 Share Buybacks

    • ~51k shares repurchased in May 2025 at a weighted average discount of 30%; buybacks were accretive to NAV by ~$0.01 per share
    • Year-to-date, NBPE has repurchased ~738k shares at a weighted average discount of 29% which were accretive to NAV by ~$0.11 per share

    Portfolio Valuation

    The fair value of NBPE’s portfolio as of 31 May 2025 was based on the following information:

    • 6% of the portfolio was valued as of 31 May 2025
      • 6% in public securities
    • 92% of the portfolio was valued as of 31 March 2025
      • 92% in private direct investments
    • 2% of the portfolio was valued as of 31 December 2024
      • 2% in private direct investments

    For further information, please contact:

    NBPE Investor Relations        +44 (0) 20 3214 9002
    Luke Mason        NBPrivateMarketsIR@nb.com  

    Kaso Legg Communications        +44 (0)20 3882 6644

    Charles Gorman        nbpe@kl-communications.com
    Luke Dampier
    Charlotte Francis

    Supplementary Information (as at 31 May 2025)

    Company Name Vintage Lead Sponsor Sector Fair Value ($m) % of FV
    Action 2020 3i Consumer 83.7 6.7%
    Osaic 2019 Reverence Capital Financial Services 65.5 5.2%
    Solenis 2021 Platinum Equity Industrials 59.8 4.8%
    BeyondTrust 2018 Francisco Partners Technology / IT 47.7 3.8%
    Monroe Engineering 2021 AEA Investors Industrials 44.7 3.6%
    Business Services Company* 2017 Not Disclosed Business Services 40.6 3.2%
    Branded Cities Network 2017 Shamrock Capital Communications / Media 37.4 3.0%
    True Potential 2022 Cinven Financial Services 34.4 2.7%
    Mariner 2024 Leonard Green & Partners Financial Services 33.7 2.7%
    FDH Aero 2024 Audax Group Industrials 32.9 2.6%
    Marquee Brands 2014 Neuberger Berman Consumer 31.6 2.5%
    GFL (NYSE: GFL) 2018 BC Partners Business Services 30.6 2.4%
    Auctane 2021 Thoma Bravo Technology / IT 29.1 2.3%
    Fortna 2017 THL Industrials 28.7 2.3%
    Staples 2017 Sycamore Partners Business Services 27.7 2.2%
    Viant 2018 JLL Partners Healthcare 27.3 2.2%
    Stubhub 2020 Neuberger Berman Consumer 26.4 2.1%
    Engineering 2020 NB Renaissance / Bain Capital Technology / IT 26.3 2.1%
    Agiliti 2019 THL Healthcare 25.3 2.0%
    Kroll 2020 Further Global / Stone Point Financial Services 25.0 2.0%
    Benecon 2024 TA Associates Healthcare 24.7 2.0%
    Solace Systems 2016 Bridge Growth Partners Technology / IT 24.6 2.0%
    Excelitas 2022 AEA Investors Industrials 24.1 1.9%
    Exact 2019 KKR Technology / IT 23.2 1.9%
    CH Guenther 2021 Pritzker Private Capital Consumer 21.2 1.7%
    Addison Group 2021 Trilantic Capital Partners Business Services 19.9 1.6%
    Constellation Automotive 2019 TDR Capital Business Services 19.5 1.6%
    Bylight 2017 Sagewind Partners Technology / IT 19.1 1.5%
    Tendam 2017 PAI Consumer 19.0 1.5%
    Real Page 2021 Thoma Bravo Technology / IT 18.8 1.5%
    Total Top 30 Investments                             $972.5 77.5%

    *Undisclosed company due to confidentiality provisions.

    Geography % of Portfolio
    North America 77%
    Europe 22%
    Asia / Rest of World 1%
    Total Portfolio 100%
       
    Industry % of Portfolio
    Tech, Media & Telecom 22%
    Consumer / E-commerce 22%
    Industrials / Industrial Technology 17%
    Financial Services 14%
    Business Services 11%
    Healthcare 9%
    Other 4%
    Energy 1%
    Total Portfolio 100%
       
    Vintage Year % of Portfolio
    2016 & Earlier 10%
    2017 16%
    2018 14%
    2019 14%
    2020 13%
    2021 18%
    2022 5%
    2023 2%
    2024 8%
    Total Portfolio 100%

    About NB Private Equity Partners Limited
    NBPE invests in direct private equity investments alongside market leading private equity firms globally. NB Alternatives Advisers LLC (the “Investment Manager”), an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Neuberger Berman Group LLC, is responsible for sourcing, execution and management of NBPE. The vast majority of direct investments are made with no management fee / no carried interest payable to third-party GPs, offering greater fee efficiency than other listed private equity companies. NBPE seeks capital appreciation through growth in net asset value over time while paying a bi-annual dividend.

    LEI number: 213800UJH93NH8IOFQ77

    About Neuberger Berman
    Neuberger Berman is an employee-owned, private, independent investment manager founded in 1939 with over 2,800 employees in 26 countries. The firm manages $515 billion of equities, fixed income, private equity, real estate and hedge fund portfolios for global institutions, advisors and individuals. Neuberger Berman’s investment philosophy is founded on active management, fundamental research and engaged ownership. Neuberger Berman has been named by Pensions & Investments as the #1 or #2 Best Place to Work in Money Management for each of the last eleven years (firms with more than 1,000 employees). Visit www.nb.com for more information. Data as of March 31, 2025.

    This press release appears as a matter of record only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any security.

    NBPE is established as a closed-end investment company domiciled in Guernsey. NBPE has received the necessary consent of the Guernsey Financial Services Commission. The value of investments may fluctuate. Results achieved in the past are no guarantee of future results. This document is not intended to constitute legal, tax or accounting advice or investment recommendations. Prospective investors are advised to seek expert legal, financial, tax and other professional advice before making any investment decision. Statements contained in this document that are not historical facts are based on current expectations, estimates, projections, opinions and beliefs of NBPE’s investment manager. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, and undue reliance should not be placed thereon. Additionally, this document contains “forward-looking statements.” Actual events or results or the actual performance of NBPE may differ materially from those reflected or contemplated in such targets or forward-looking statements.

    1Based on net asset value.

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  • MIL-OSI: Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd. – Notice of Annual General and Special Shareholder Meeting

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd.
    (“Falcon”)
     Notice of Annual General and Special Shareholder Meeting

    27 June 2025 – Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSXV: FO, AIM: FOG,) announces that its Annual General and Special Shareholder meeting will be held at the Conrad Hotel, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, Ireland on 27 August 2025 at 11:00 a.m. (Dublin time).

    A complete notice and related documents will be sent to the shareholders of record as at 21 July 2025 and will also be filed on the Canadian System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (“SEDAR+”) at www.sedarplus.ca and Falcon’s website at www.falconoilandgas.com.

    The Notice of the Annual General and Special Shareholder meeting and record date has been filed on SEDAR+.

    Falcon will conduct a Q&A via the Investor Meet Company platform later that day for those unable to attend the meeting in person, details of which will be announced in due course.

    Ends.

    For further information, please contact:

    CONTACT DETAILS:

    Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd.          +353 1 676 8702
    Philip O’Quigley, CEO +353 87 814 7042
    Anne Flynn, CFO +353 1 676 9162
     
    Cavendish Capital Markets Limited (NOMAD & Broker)
    Neil McDonald / Adam Rae +44 131 220 9771

    About Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd.
    Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd is an international oil and gas company engaged in the exploration and development of unconventional oil and gas assets, with the current portfolio focused in Australia. Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd is incorporated in British Columbia, Canada and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

    For further information on Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd. please visit www.falconoilandgas.com.

    Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Three arrested over car park assault

    Source: New South Wales – News

    Three people were arrested today following investigations into a violent assault in the city earlier this week.

    About 6.30pm on Tuesday 24 June, a 29-year-old man was assaulted in a car park at Topham Mall, Waymouth Street, Adelaide.

    It will be alleged he was set upon by three young males armed with a knife and a bottle and sustained significant lacerations.  The victim was taken to hospital by ambulance.  His injuries are not considered life-threatening.

    Following investigations, Youth and Street Gangs Task Force attended a northern suburbs home today (Friday 27 June) and arrested three suspects.

    A 15-year-old boy from Blakeview, a 16-year-old boy from Semaphore Park and a 20-year-old man from Brahma Lodge were all charged with aggravated assault cause harm.

    The youths were refused police bail and will appear in the Adelaide Youth Court on Monday 30 June.

    The 20-year-old man was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 10 August.

    Police wish to reassure the public that this was not a random incident.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Ambassador Yin Chengwu met with Liberian House Representatives


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    On June 25th , Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Hon. Nehker Gaye, Chairman of House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Hon. Gizzie Kollince, Chairman of House Committee on National Security, and Hon. Samson Wiah, Co-Chairman of House Committee on Maritime Affairs. The two sides exchanged views on China-Liberia relations and legislative cooperation between the two countries.

    Yin briefed on the relevant situation of the Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on the Implementation of the Follow-up Actions of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, and expressed that China is willing to work with Liberia to strengthen exchanges and cooperation between the two countries’ legislative bodies and promote the continuous development of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

    The Representatives said that Liberian House of Representatives regards China as an important international partner and will firmly adhere to the one-China principle, actively promote exchanges and cooperation between the Legislature of Liberia and the National People’s Congress of China on legislation and governance, and promote the continued development of bilateral relations.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: President Ramkalawan Attends the Official Opening of State-of-the-Art Praslin Vehicle Testing Station


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    President Wavel Ramkalawan presided over the official opening ceremony of the new Praslin Vehicle Testing Station at Île Eve, Baie Ste Anne, Praslin, marking a significant milestone in the decentralization of transport services and the enhancement of road safety standards across Seychelles. 

    The modern facility, construction of which commenced in 2023, was built at a cost of SCR 15.5 million and represents a major advancement from the previous manual testing system conducted at the SPTC depot in Amitié. The new station introduces cutting-edge automated testing technology, with 90% of vehicle inspections now conducted using state-of-the-art equipment, ensuring greater accuracy, fairness, and transparency in the testing process. The comprehensive facility also houses amenities for novice drivers to undertake theory driving tests and provides accommodation for visiting staff. 

    Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Minister for Transport Antony Derjacques emphasized the facility’s broader significance: “Today, we open more than just a building – we open a new chapter in public service delivery, one that brings precision, professionalism, and parity in transport services to Praslin.”

    The facility will serve Praslin’s approximately 1,200 vehicles, which form part of the national fleet of 28,000. Beyond vehicle testing, the station will provide comprehensive services including spare parts importation assessments, vehicle condition evaluations for maintenance purposes, and technical assistance to police for accident investigations and spot checks. 

    The Principal Secretary for Aviation, Ports and Marine, Mr. David Bianchi, highlighted the journey to completion, stating: “Despite challenges including COVID-19, material shortages, adverse weather conditions, and logistical issues, we have successfully delivered this world-class facility after 18 months of dedicated work.” He expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders for their unwavering commitment and valuable contributions in realizing the project. 

    In his keynote address, President Ramkalawan expressed pride and commitment of Government in advancing critical infrastructure at the disposal on the community. 

    “It is an honour for me to officially inaugurate the new Praslin Vehicle Testing Station—an essential step forward in modernising the services we offer to our people. This facility is a symbol of progress and a reflection of our continued commitment to improving infrastructure that directly benefits our communities. Together, we continue to move Praslin and our country forward.” 

    The new Praslin Vehicle Testing Station exemplifies the government’s steadfast commitment to building a smarter, safer, and more inclusive transport network that serves the needs of every Seychellois across all islands.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Africa Unites to Take Stock of Disease Burden and Financial Needs towards Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD)s Elimination by 2030


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    Fifty African Union Member States have endorsed a ground-breaking digital micro-planning portal co-created by Africa CDC to accelerate the elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases — a diverse group of infectious diseases that primarily affect impoverished communities in tropical and subtropical areas.

    This innovative platform developed with inputs from Member States, World Health Organization (WHO), END Fund, and other technical partners will track resource utilisation, advocate for sustainable financing and domestic resource mobilisation, and drive Africa-owned solutions to end these diseases of poverty by 2030.

    Each Member State shared a country-specific micro-plan for the top six high-burden NTDs guided by existing national Masterplans. This continental NTD microplanning workshop, held from 17 to 20 June occurred in the context of the recent reduction in funding from key global partners, which has disrupted essential NTD programmes and exposed the vulnerabilities in current financing models.

    “Public health efforts across Africa are under threat, funding is among the challenges, noting that this makes the continued engagement and energy around NTD elimination even more commendable,” said Dr Raji Tajudeen, Africa CDC Acting Deputy Director General and Head, Division of Public Health Institutes and Research.

    Dr Dereje Duguma Gemeda, Ethiopian State Minister for Health said the workshop will help countries have a practical and data driven NTDs plan that will improve efforts to accelerate elimination efforts.

    Currently, “The African Region is endemic for 20 of the 21-priority neglected tropical diseases; affecting over 565 million people and comprising 35 per cent of the global disease burden,” said Dr Ibrahima Soce Fall – Global NTD Director at the WHO. These diseases lead to significant morbidity, including physical and visual impairments, severe malnutrition, chronic pain, disfigurement, stigma and mental health issues, and death,” he said.

    Common NTDs include Intestinal worms, lymphatic filariasis, river blindness, Schistosomiasis, trachoma, and Visceral leishmaniasis. This new approach of micro-planning is designed to drive integrated country and regional planning, streamline resource mobilisation, and enhance budget efficiency—minimising duplication and maximising impact—to accelerate the elimination of NTDs.

    “This situation underscores the urgent need for sustainable, country-owned solutions that leverage existing national capacities, optimize domestic resources, and identify key areas requiring targeted external investment,” said Dr Tajudeen.Member states and partners over the 4 days immersed opportunity for cross country experience sharing and planning are keen to find a financial solution for integrated multi-sectoral NTD elimination.

    “We stand at a critical juncture, not just for NTD elimination, but for rethinking health financing in Africa. Traditional reliance on foreign aid has demonstrated its limits. It’s time for collaborative, country-led financing strategies that harness catalytic opportunities from residual foreign assistance while boosting efficiency in programming and domestic resource mobilization,” said Dr Solomon Zewdu, CEO, The END fund.

    “This approach will drive the needed long-term sustainability and resilience. The END Fund is committed to being a trusted partner in this transformation, supporting governments and partners in developing co-financing models that deliver results and leave no community behind,” said Dr Zewdu.

    The meeting ensured countries have a comprehensive and costed country, and regional specific microplan for NTDs, identified country-specific technical assistance needs and detailed existing resources and partners within each member state to enhance collaboration and resource sharing.

    “The elimination of NTDs is more than a public health objective: it is a lever for development and a decisive step towards achieving the African Union’s Agenda 2063,” said Professor Julio Rakotonirina, Director for Health and Humanitarian Affairs, African Union Commission. “The development of the micro-plan is only the first step. Success will lie in national ownership, resource mobilization, and, above all, operationalization on the ground.”Africa CDC, The END Fund and partners solidified their partnership with the micro-planning platform to accelerate ending NTD’s by 2030.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC).

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Angola responds strongly to the polio virus emergence


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    In response to a recent polio outbreak in Benguela province, Angola has launched a polio vaccination campaign. The campaign aims to protect over half a million children and reaffirm the country’s commitment to eradicating disease.

    During the launch ceremony, Dr Fekadu Lemma, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) coordinator in Angola, said, “This campaign is an act of protection, solidarity, and hope for Angola’s future. Polio is not only an invisible threat, but it can also cause permanent physical damage, such as paralysis.”

    Despite significant progress since the interruption of the wild poliovirus in 2011 and Angola being certified polio-free in 2015, the country now faces a new challenge. The outbreak has resulted in 13 confirmed poliovirus cases in Benguela, Cubal, Dombe Grande, and Bocoio municipalities.

    In response, the Ministry of Health, supported by the WHO and GPEI partners, is conducting an intensive door-to-door vaccination campaign from 27 to 29 June. The campaign aims to vaccinate over 554,000 children under the age of five.

    Dr Cátia Katchiuko, the deputy governor for economic and social affairs of Benguela province, reinforced the government’s commitment: “This campaign is a clear demonstration of our dedication to the health and well-being of our children. With the support of our partners, we have made great progress, but we know that the mission is not yet complete. Eradicating polio is a collective struggle — and we are all in this together.”

    In accordance with the GPEI, the World Health Organization (WHO) has defined five strategic steps to ensure the successful eradication of polio in the country. These steps include: a) Strengthening routine immunization, with a focus on children who have not received any doses; b) Conducting high-quality campaigns with independent monitoring and rapid corrections; (c) Strengthening polio surveillance, including surveillance of acute flaccid paralysis and environmental surveillance; (d) Increasing community involvement by engaging local, religious and traditional leaders; and (e) Ensuring the sustainability of actions by integrating lessons learned from polio into other public health programmes.

    The vaccination campaign in Benguela province is part of this approach, given the province’s importance in the context of the polio outbreak, which poses the highest risk of spreading at national and international levels. This is especially pertinent given the province’s population density, history of poliovirus circulation, and its role as a logistics hub for other provinces.

    Around 5,000 people, including health professionals and community volunteers, have been mobilized for the current polio vaccination campaign, with an investment of approximately $3.6 million, mainly funded by the Global Polio Eradication Initiative through WHO and UNICEF.

    The WHO Representative in Angola, Dr Indrajit Hazarika, concluded: “As a father, I know that vaccinating a child is an act of love. It guarantees them a fundamental right and opens the door to a healthier and more promising future.”

    “Polio does not respect borders, but neither should our determination. Every child vaccinated brings us closer to a polio-free future. Eradicating polio is possible, but only if all levels of government, partners, and communities work together. We cannot stop now. Our generation will be remembered for having the courage to complete this mission.”

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – Angola.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Upcoming elections ‘crucial opportunity’ for Central African Republic, UN top official tells Security Council


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    December’s local, legislative and presidential elections “represent a crucial opportunity” to strengthen democratic governance, promote reconciliation and consolidate stability, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations told ambassadors in the Security Council.

    The timely holding of presidential and legislative elections is a constitutional requirement, and the Government has consistently demonstrated its commitment to holding local elections, he added.

    Although the final electoral roll is currently delayed due to technical difficulties, national authorities, supported by the UN peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA, have made significant efforts to advance the revision of the electoral register through nationwide registration.

    “This process took place without major security incidents, reflecting effective collaboration between the Central African national defence forces and MINUSCA, as well as public interest in engaging with the political process,” said Mr. Lacroix.

    Challenges remain

    Although the 19 April agreement between the government and leaders of various opposition armed groups aimed to end hostilities in the country, violence – primarily perpetrated by armed groups and militias – continues to undermine stability.

    “The security situation remains fragile in border regions,” said Mr. Lacroix, noting the spillover effects of the conflict in neighbouring Sudan.

    Last week, a Zambian peacekeeper was killed when suspected Sudanese armed elements opened fire on a MINUSCA patrol responding to reports of an attack against civilians in the north-east of the country.

    Mr. Lacroix also informed the Security Council of human rights and humanitarian concerns.

    Though progress has been made in advancing judicial accountability, notably by the Special Criminal Court, a lack of funding is expected to jeopardise the Court’s operations by September.

    In addition, as urgent needs continue to outpace available resources, “the humanitarian situation remains dire,” said Mr. Lacroix, calling for strong support for lifesaving humanitarian assistance.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of UN News.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: African Union Commission Chairperson’s Congratulatory Message on Madagascar Independence Day


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    The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Madagascar on the occasion of their Independence Day.

    This historic day marks the resilience, unity, and determination of the Malagasy people in their pursuit of freedom and self-determination. As you celebrate this milestone, we honor the sacrifices of your forebearers and reaffirm our shared commitment to peace, prosperity, and continental integration under Agenda 2063.

    Madagascar’s rich cultural heritage, biodiversity, and vibrant spirit continue to inspire Africa and the world. The African Union remains steadfast in supporting your nation’s development aspirations and fostering deeper collaboration for a brighter future.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Head of UN Refugee Agency UNHCR on Sweden visit

    Source: Government of Sweden

    On 3–4 June, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and Head of the UNHCR Filippo Grandi is visiting Stockholm for talks with Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa, and Minister for Migration Johan Forssell.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Quality Assurance Council publishes report on quality audit of Lingnan University

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Quality Assurance Council publishes report on quality audit of Lingnan University 
    The Quality Assurance Council (QAC) under the University Grants Committee (UGC) today (June 27) published the report on the quality audit of Lingnan University (LU) in the third audit cycle.

    LU was the eighth university audited in the third audit cycle, which places an emphasis on how individual universities review and enhance their frameworks on academic standards and academic quality, academic programme development, teaching and learning, student learning assessments and support for students, as well as the collection, analysis and usage of data to inform such quality assurance processes.Issued at HKT 14:00

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung in the small hours today (June 27) in which a man  died.

    At about 2.10am, a taxi driven by a 63-year-old man was travelling along Fan Kam Road towards Sheung Shui, while a private car driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along Fan Kam Road towards Yuen Long. When reaching the vicinity of Wang Toi Shan Chuk Hang Chuen, the two vehicles reportedly collided head-on.

        The taxi driver and two male passengers, aged 41 and 43 respectively, were trapped inside the taxi and rescued by firemen. The 41-year-old male passenger sustained serious injuries and was rushed to North District Hospital in unconscious state, and was certified dead at 3.02am.

         The taxi driver sustained serious injuries to his chest and limbs and was sent to Prince of Wales Hospital in conscious state; the 43-year-old male taxi passenger sustained injuries to his head and hand and was sent to Tuen Mun Hospital in conscious state; while the private car driver sustained injuries to his waist and was sent to North District Hospital in conscious state.

         Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is under way.

         Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3857.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: A. Guterres said that the UN Charter is not an “a la carte” menu

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    UNITED NATIONS, June 26 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday criticized the selective application of the UN Charter, saying it is not an “a la carte” menu.

    “Today, as never before, we see attacks on the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. The threat or use of force against sovereign states; violations of international law, including international humanitarian law and international human rights law; attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure; the transformation of food and water into weapons; the erosion of human rights,” he said at a meeting of the UN General Assembly dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the signing of the UN Charter.

    “Time and time again, we see an all-too-familiar pattern: the Charter is respected when convenient, and ignored when it is not,” the UN chief said. “The United Nations Charter is not optional. It is not an a la carte menu. It is the foundation of international relations. We cannot and must not normalize violations of its most basic principles.”

    “The UN Charter is a declaration of hope and a foundation for international cooperation to build a better world,” Guterres emphasized. “It has given us the tools to change destinies, save lives, and bring hope to the most desperate corners of the world. And we can draw a clear line between creating the United Nations and preventing a third world war.”

    According to the Secretary General of the world organization, upholding the purposes and principles of the UN Charter is an ongoing mission, and now, more than ever, it is necessary to respect international law and reaffirm our commitment to comply with it both in words and in deeds.

    The UN Charter is the founding document of the world organization. It was adopted on June 25, 1945, at a conference in San Francisco and signed by delegates the following day. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Death toll from Colombia landslide rises to 14

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BOGOTA, June 26 (Xinhua) — The death toll from a landslide in northwestern Colombia on Tuesday has risen to 14, with 12 people missing, several injured and about 1,000 left homeless, local authorities confirmed on Thursday.

    Search and rescue teams are working around the clock in the stricken El Pinar area of Bello in the hope of finding survivors, Mayor Lorena Gonzalez said at a news conference.

    “The operation continues. We still hope to find people alive,” said L. Gonzalez, calling on residents to evacuate homes in high-risk areas.

    Antioquia department risk management bureau director Carlos Rios warned that continued heavy rains and unstable soil still pose a risk of further landslides.

    “It is important to stress that the rain will not stop,” the official said, adding that special alarm systems and cameras have been installed in the affected area to provide early warning of possible landslides to teams recovering bodies and searching for missing persons.

    Colombia’s Defense Ministry said officers with sniffer dogs were helping with search and rescue efforts and the army was helping evacuate families from high-risk areas. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Commander’s Visit to East Africa Reiterates Security Partnerships, Cooperation

    Source: United States AFRICOM

    STUTTGART, Germany – General Michael Langley, Commander of United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) and USMC Sgt. Maj. Michael Woods, command senior enlisted leader, visited Djibouti, Somalia and Ethiopia June 16-20 to meet with African partner leaders and attend the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa change of command.

    During the official trip to Djibouti City, Langley and U.S. Ambassador to Djibouti Cynthia Kierscht met with Djibouti’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdoulkader Houssein Omar; Minister of Defense Hassan Omar Mohamed Bourhan; and Chief of Defense General Zakaria Chiek Ibrahim on Tuesday, reiterating the United States’ commitment to security cooperation and counterterrorism in the region.

    “Despite the growing threats of terrorist groups like ISIS and al Shabaab, our continued partnership with Djibouti furthers our ability to counter terrorism and promote peace and security,” Langley said.

    On Wednesday, the general flew to Hargeisa and Berbera Airfields in Somalia, and, alongside U.S. Ambassador Richard Riley IV, met with Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), Minister of Defense Muhammad Yusuf Ali, Chief of Staff of the Army, Brig Gen Nimcaan Yusuf Osman, and Coast Guard Commander, Adm. Ahmed Hurre Huriye.

    “We greatly value the security partnership we have with the Federal Government of Somalia as we work together to counter the threats of al Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia.”

    Langley and Woods attended the CJTF-HOA change of command on Wednesday, and then traveled with U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga to Addis Ababa to meet with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, Chief of the General Staff Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, and Head of Military Cooperation Major General Teshome Gemechu to reaffirm AFRICOM’s commitment to Ethiopia’s critical role in counterterrorism operations and regional security in the Horn of Africa. He noted that AFRICOM’s partnership with Ethiopia is part of a wider strategy to help African nations build resilient and self-reliant security sectors.

    Throughout the trip, Langley emphasized that U.S. military engagement in Africa is based on enabling African-led solutions, strengthening capable institutions, and addressing the root causes of instability. AFRICOM works closely with African partners to counter terrorist organizations like al Shabaab and ISIS, which threaten U.S., regional, and international security. Langley also met with Selma Malika Haddadi, deputy chairperson of the African Union Commission and reiterated U.S. support for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia.

    General Langley also addressed the growing security threats across the continent, including the rise of terrorist activity in the Sahel and along West Africa’s coastal regions. At the African Union, Gen Langley paid respects at the African Union Memorial Wall, honoring heroes and heroines of the AU who paid the ultimate sacrifice in support of AU missions. The visit reaffirmed AFRICOM’s long-term commitment to its partnership with the continent and to collective efforts for lasting security in the region.

    AFRICOM is one of seven U.S. geographic combatant commands, responsible for military engagement across 53 African nations. Working with partners and allies, the command counters malign actors and transnational threats, responds to crises, strengthens African security forces, and supports U.S. government efforts in Africa to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.

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