In his address at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of knowledge and peace, rather than war, in solving problems. He drew parallels to Emperor Ashoka, who renounced violence and spread messages of peace after witnessing the devastation of war. Modi also promised swift action towards addressing concerns of the Indian diaspora and urged Indian youth to play a key role in shaping the country's future.
On its 79th anniversary, the United Nations continues to face scrutiny for its effectiveness in promoting peace and resolving conflicts. However, the organisation has played a pivotal role in shaping the world order over the past decades, particularly in the creation of Israel and the Korean War. From the UN Special Committee on Palestine to the adoption of Resolution 181, the organisation's decisions have had lasting impacts on the Middle East. Similarly, the UN's condemnation of North Korea's invasion of South Korea played a crucial role in the Korean War. Despite facing criticism for its handling of these conflicts, the UN's decisions continue to have a profound impact on global politics.
In a surprise move, Elon Musk’s X has filed a lawsuit against the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), claiming that the ad-industry group has conspired to withhold billions of dollars in advertising from Twitter. The GARM, which includes major advertisers such as CVS, Unilever, and Mars, had expressed concern over Musk’s leadership of the platform. Musk retaliated by saying “we tried peace for 2 years, now it is war.”
IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva addressed the World Governments Summit in Dubai, highlighting the dire economic outlook for the Palestinian territories due to the ongoing Gaza war. She stated that only a lasting peace and political resolution can improve the situation. Economic activity has dropped significantly, with an 80% decrease in the Gaza Strip and a 22% drop in the West Bank. The situation has been exacerbated by Israel's actions, including the withdrawal of work permits and withholding tax revenues from the Palestinian Authority. With over 28,000 lives lost and countless others affected by the ongoing violence, Georgieva urges for a peaceful solution to end the conflict.