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EU Sanctions Hit Russian Chess Chief

EU Sanctions Hit Russian Chess Chief

Jul 24, 2026 · Emily Ross

The European Union's latest sanctions package has landed on Arkady Dvorkovich, president of the International Chess Federation. Dvorkovich, a former Russian dep

Malaysia Orders UN to Halt Refugee Registration

Malaysia Orders UN to Halt Refugee Registration

Jul 24, 2026 · Emily Ross

Malaysia has asked the UN to stop registering new refugees, asserting its control over asylum-seeker processing with a new agency created in January. The move c

ICC Imperfect but Can Hold Leaders Accountable

ICC Imperfect but Can Hold Leaders Accountable

Jul 24, 2026 · Emily Ross

The US, under Donald Trump, has consistently undermined international institutions, withdrawing funding and pulling out of key agreements. This trend continues