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On 01 April, 2025 during the European Plenary Session, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen shares the conclusions of the European Council meeting of 20 March 2025 Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine. With focus on the EU Safety and Preparedness.
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Recruits from @MCRDPI participate in water survival training course to build confidence on the journey to becoming @marines. All recruits are required to complete swim qualification to graduate from training.
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The Petitions Committee has scheduled a debate relating to rules for political donations.
Irene Campbell MP has been asked by the Committee to open the debate. The Government will send a Minister to respond.
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Four @nationalguard soldiers assigned to 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade reenlisted together during a smoke display and flyover at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa.
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0:15 Beavers return to England’s wild – Wild beavers were hunted to extinction in England 400 years ago. But 2 beavers were spotted at Little Sea in January 2024. That paved the way for this licensed release by the National Trust, which called it ‘a watershed moment in the history of the species’. Beavers are regarded as ‘ecosystem engineers’ as they build habitats, they can restore native woodland and create new wetlands.
2:13 Indigenous Peoples are reshaping trade – In 2021, four Asia-Pacific economies initiated a deal to promote trade between different Indigenous communities, help them to trade internationally and support them in protecting their cultural heritage and traditional knowledge. It’s called the Indigenous Peoples Economic and Trade Cooperation Arrangement (IPETCA).
5:52 Norway leads the charge in EV transition – EVs made up 95% of all new cars sold in Norway in February 2025. The overall figure for 2024 was 89%, up from 82% in 2023. Norway wants 100% of new cars to be electric by the end of 2025. These latest figures suggest the country could hit its target. So how has Norway done this?
7:26 Turning textile waste into new fabrics – At present, used clothing is typically resold and reworn, not recycled. There is no large-scale process for breaking down material fibres so they can be made into new garments. Evrnu is working on a solution. It collects fabrics with a high cotton content. It sorts and shreds them, then liquefies them into pulp which can be shaped into fibres and woven or knitted into new fabrics.
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivers remarks at the 80th Battle of Iwo Jima Reunion of Honor Ceremony, March 28, 2025.
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The Trump White House MAGA’d this week.
Hyundai, Rolls Royce, Schneider Invest Billions 25% Tariff on Foreign Auto Imports Medal of Honor Heroes Honored at 1600 Penn Action to Make DC Safe & Beautiful Again MS-13 Gang Leader Captured
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt breaks it down in this MAGA Minute!
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#NASA astronauts @U.S.SpaceForce Col. Nick Hague, @usarmy Col. Anne McClain, @AFBlueTube Maj. Nichole Ayers, and recently returned retired @USNavy Capt. Suni Williams represent their respective service academy with pride at the International Space Station.
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Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Highlights:
Secretary-General / South Sudan
South Sudan / Peacekeeping
South Sudan / Humanitarian
Southeast Asia Earthquake
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central African Republic
Occupied Palestinian Territory
Lebanon
International Day of Zero Waste
Senior Personnel Appointment – UNTMIS
Financial Contribution
Briefing
SECRETARY-GENERAL / SOUTH SUDAN
In remarks to the press today on the unfolding situation in South Sudan, the Secretary-General urged the leaders to end the politics of confrontation, to release detained military and civilian officials now and fully restore the Government of National Unity.
Mr. Guterres also urged the guarantors of the peace agreement from the regional and international community to speak with one voice and to support the peace process. Mr. Guterres reiterated that we will work in close cooperation with the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, otherwise known as IGAD.
The Secretary-General also called for dialogue and de-escalation for the sake of the long-suffering people of South Sudan. Three out of four South Sudanese need assistance, he sounded the alarm, that’s 9.3 million human beings in total. This is a humanitarian nightmare, he said.
SOUTH SUDAN / PEACEKEEPING
The Special Representative in South Sudan and Head of the peacekeeping mission there, Nicholas Haysom, just finished a meeting with President Salva Kiir.
Mr. Haysom shared the Secretary-General’s concerns with the President that the country risks slipping into widespread conflict due to the recent political and security developments. Our peacekeeping colleagues tell us that the President, in response, reiterated his previous public message that he is steadfast in his commitment not to take the country to war.
Mr. Haysom offered our full support to help de-escalate the tensions and encouraged the President to exercise leadership and take the necessary steps to give all South Sudanese confidence that peace will prevail in their country
SOUTH SUDAN / HUMANITARIAN
We can’t stress enough how deeply worried we are about the risk of the situation there worsening for the people of South Sudan.
This humanitarian crisis is being driven by violence, by food insecurity, by political instability, by climate shocks, by disease outbreaks as well as the spillover from the conflict in neighbouring Sudan.
Dozens of casualties have been reported due to the ongoing violence in the country in recent weeks, with up to 120,000 men, women and children having been forced to fleee their homes. The levels of acute hunger remain high, with some 7.7 million people who are severely food insecure and 650,000 children under the age of five at risk of severe acute malnutrition.
Regarding disease outbreaks – a cholera outbreak in South Sudan is yet to be contained, with more than 42,000 cases reported and nearly 800 deaths. Once again, we call on the parties to put their weapons down and put all the people of South Sudan first.
And at this critical juncture, we also appeal to Member States to swiftly supply the resources we need to stem the growing humanitarian crisis in the country, particularly in the face of funding cuts, So far, we’ve received just over 10 per cent of the $1.7 billion needed to reach 5.4 million people in South Sudan this year – which means we only about $174 million in our bank.
SOUTHEAST ASIA EARTHQUAKE
The Secretary-General expressed his condolences to the governments and people of Southeast Asia who were impacted by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit earlier today.
The epicenter of the earthquake was in Myanmar and the de-facto authorities there have called for international assistance and we are mobilizing teams and support.
We are gathering information on the number of people impacted, damage to infrastructure and immediate humanitarian needs, in order to guide our response in the best way possible. We will share more updates and information as it becomes available.
our Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, has made an initial allocation from the UN Central Emergency Response Fund of $5 million to support life-saving assistance in support of the operations of recovery following the earthquake.
Meanwhile, Julie Bishop, the Special Envoy for Myanmar, said on social media that the earthquake is heartbreaking for the people of Myanmar and added that her thoughts are with all those affected across the region.
The earthquake will compound an already dire humanitarian situation in Myanmar, where nearly 20 million people need assistance across the country, including more than 3.5 million people displaced from their homes.
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Secretary-General António Guterres said, “Now more than ever, the leaders of South Sudan must hear a clear, unified and resounding message: Put down the weapons. Put all the people of South Sudan first.”
The Secretary-General spoke to reporters today (28 Mar) in New York on the dramatic and dire situation that is unfolding in South Sudan.
Guterres cautioned that all the dark clouds of a perfect storm have descended upon the people of the world’s newest country – and one of the poorest, with a security emergency, a political upheaval, a humanitarian nightmare, a displacement crisis, an economic meltdown and a funding crisis.
“Let’s not mince words” he said, “what we are seeing is darkly reminiscent of the 2013 and 2016 civil wars, which killed 400,000 people.”
The Secretary-General highlighted that the UN Mission in South Sudan is working around the clock to ease tensions – engaging all parties and boosting protection of civilians. “But we face operational limitations,” he added.
Guterres appealed, “For the sake of the long-suffering people of South Sudan, it is time for dialogue and de-escalation.”
“The Horn of Africa is already in turmoil and cannot afford another conflict. Nor can the people of South Sudan,” the UN chief added.
To the leaders of the country, Guterres said, “End the politics of confrontation. Release detained military and civilian officials now. Fully restore the Government of National Unity. And vigorously implement the promises you made through your commitments to the peace agreement – which is the only legal framework to peaceful, free and fair elections in December 2026.”
The Secretary-General also urged the regional and international community, as guarantors of the peace agreement, “to speak with one voice in support of the peace process and against any attempts to undermine it.”
Guterres also reaffirmed that the UN supports the AU initiative to deploy the Panel of the Wise – as well as the efforts of the Special Envoy of President Ruto of Kenya. The world body is working in close cooperation with IGAD and the AU.
The Secretary-General reiterated, “At this critical hour, the people of South Sudan need an infusion of support. Diplomatic and political support for peace. And financial support for lifesaving aid.”
“South Sudan may have fallen off the world’s radar, but we cannot let the situation fall over the abyss,” the Secretary-General reiterated.
On the earthquakes that hit the parts of Southeast Asia today, Guterres sent his condolences to the government and peoples of the region, adding that the United Nations system in the region is mobilizing to help those in need.
He said, “The Government of Myanmar has asked for international support and our team in Myanmar is already in contact in order to fully mobilize our resources in the region to support the people of Myanmar.”
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is focused 24/7 on securing our international land borders and coastal waters between ports of entry. They safeguard the American people from terrorists and their weapons, drug smugglers, and illegal entry of undocumented aliens.
Comments to the media by Barbara Woodward, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the United Nations, on the hit on the UN Compound in Gaza and other topics.
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This Week: Secretary Burgum outlines savings to the tune of $830 million at a White House meeting of President Trump’s Cabinet; on CNBC’s Squawk Box,Secretary Burgum talks about last week’s move to unlock Alaska’s vast energy potential; Secretary Burgum explains how Interior is driving historic growth in offshore oil and gas production under President Trump’s leadership; Interior announces that the Department generated over $39 million in total receipts from oil and gas lease sales held in the first quarter of 2025; disbursements from Interior mean nearly $354 million in energy revenues is on the way to the four Gulf of America oil-and gas-producing states; the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the public comment period for a proposed rule to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act; thanks to President Trump’s Great American Outdoors Act an iconic building at Virgin Islands National Park is well on its way to restoration; and it’s a fine-feathered image of motherly love in our social media Picture of the Week! Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X!
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy delivered a keynote address at the American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Washington Legislative Conference. In his speech, he stressed the department’s number one job is safety, and under his leadership the Department is constantly looking for ways to make air travel safer, whether that’s through new policy initiatives, investing in new technology, or utilizing AI. Secretary Duffy also highlighted his plan to upgrade our air traffic control system.
Remarks by Salome Agbaroji, Youth speaker and former United States Youth Poet Laureate, during the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.
Every year on 25 March, the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade offers the opportunity to honour and remember those who suffered and died at the hands of the slavery system. The International Day also aims to raise awareness about the dangers of racism and prejudice today.
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Spokesperson Tammy Bruce leads the Department Press Briefing, at the Department of State, on March 28, 2025.
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“We will take over our horribly run Washington, DC, and clean up, renovate, and rebuild our capital so that it is no longer a nightmare of murder and crime.” –President Donald J. Trump
From narcotic smuggling to illegal fishing in the Exclusive Economic Zones of the United States, Coast Guard Station South Padre Island, Texas, is keeping the maritime patrols rolling 24/7.
Coast Guard units along the U.S. southern border continue to deliver mission excellence by enforcing the maritime laws of the United States alongside our state and federal partners.
Have you ever wondered what the European Union was up to 30 years ago? Dive with us into the European Commission’s audiovisual archives and discover important anniversaries with our new weekly AV history teaser!
Upcoming anniversaries in the teaser:
· 1995: Commissioner Ritt Bjerregaard at the first Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Climate Change in Berlin
· 2000: First EU-Africa Summit in Cairo
· 2010: Press conference by Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič on the European Citizens’ Initiative
· 2010: International Donors’ Conference in New York after Haiti earthquake
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Three takeaways form the 4th Ukraine meeting in Paris:
1) In the short term, the need to step up support for Ukraine military and financially wise.
2) Sanctions on Russia must stay in place until a just and lasting peace is agreed upon.
3) A long term support for Ukraine requires the Readiness 2030 plan to boost the European Defence posture.
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Spokesperson Tammy Bruce leads the Department Press Briefing, at the Department of State, on March 28, 2025
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The House of Commons has three Deputy Speakers, who fill in for the Speaker in the Chamber and have a range of parliamentary duties. For the first time in history all of the Deputy Speakers are women. We accompanied them and their private secretary, Abi, to see what a day for them looks like.
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro Jr., brief the media in Manila, Philippines, March 28, 2025.
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Tomorrow is National Vietnam War Veterans Day and in honor of all those who served during that conflict, please listen to the heroic actions of Gary Michael Rose, a Medal of Honor reciepient from the war.
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