Global Humanitarian Crises and Climate Concerns Escalate

The article discusses the dire situation in Gaza, where widespread hunger persists despite international efforts to deliver aid. The territory remains dependent on outsiders for assistance, with the UN pleading for Israel to allow more aid lorries in. The US, under Donald Trump, has promised a larger role in aid distribution, but details are vague. The situation is dire and shows no signs of improving in the near future.

The US government is reducing its climate research efforts, contrary to the requirements of the Global Change Research Act of 1990, which mandates regular production of 'National Climate Assessments' to detail climate change impacts and adaptation strategies.

The article discusses the ongoing civil war in Sudan, which has been raging for over two years, and the looming threat of starvation in the country, particularly in the Darfur region. The World Food Programme has warned that residents of el-Fasher are facing starvation, highlighting the humanitarian toll of the conflict. The article notes that the international community's focus on the Gaza conflict is overshadowing the crisis in Sudan.

The article discusses Israel's ability to police its own war crimes, particularly in the context of the Gaza war. It highlights the tension between Israel's attorney-general, Gali Baharav-Miara, and Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, who have been at odds since Netanyahu's return to office in 2022. The attorney-general has been vocal about her opposition to the government's plans to overhaul the judiciary and has been subsequently targeted for dismissal.

The article discusses how Europe's hard right is challenging the continent's climate consensus, with some politicians questioning the effectiveness of climate action. The shift is exemplified by statements from Friedrich Merz, Germany's chancellor, and Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, who argue that climate measures have little impact on global emissions. This represents a significant change in the political landscape, potentially undermining Europe's climate policies.

The article reports on CNN joining a Jordanian aid drop over Gaza, delivering 6.6 tonnes of aid including tinned food and baby formula. Israel allowed airdrops into Gaza in late July, but aid groups criticize the method as impractical and potentially dangerous. The article also includes various other news stories, such as Russia's push for control in southern Ukraine, a Nicaraguan migrant escaping ICE, new US tariffs, and several other global news items.

The article discusses the ongoing hunger crisis in Gaza, highlighting the devastating impact on children, the elderly, and women. CNN footage captures the dire situation, with aid groups criticizing the delivery method of airdrops. The article also touches on other global news stories, including the conflict in Ukraine, new US tariffs, and environmental disasters.

A massive protest took place in Sydney, Australia, with tens of thousands marching across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to condemn Israel's actions in Gaza and call for the Australian government to take action. The protest reflects growing global alarm over the Gaza crisis and increasing pressure on the Australian government to recognize a Palestinian state and sanction Israel. The government is under pressure to act ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in September, where it is expected to pledge formal recognition of a Palestinian state.

The second Trump administration has removed more climate and environmental data from government websites in its first 100 days than the first administration, according to a report by the Environmental Data and Governance Initiative (EDGI). The report found 632 significant changes to government environmental websites during this period, a 70% increase from the 371 changes made during the same period in 2017. The changes targeted diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, environmental justice, and climate change information. EDGI co-founder Gretchen Gehrke expressed surprise at the extent of the removal of environmental justice information, stating that it was a 'total erasure' not seen during the first Trump administration.

The article criticizes Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani for smearing Andrew Cuomo by allegedly talking to Trump while associating himself with Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who praised Hamas and was detained by ICE. The author argues that Mamdani's actions are hypocritical and that his association with Khalil, who has apologized for the October 7th massacre, is particularly egregious.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a controversial environmental bill into law, but vetoed key provisions that would have dismantled the country's environmental licensing system. The bill, dubbed the 'devastation bill', was criticized by environmentalists and scientists, who argued it would weaken environmental protections. Lula's vetoes were welcomed by some environmental groups, but others had urged him to veto the bill entirely. The government's decision is seen as a compromise between environmental concerns and the interests of agribusiness and mining industries.

The article discusses the unfolding famine in Gaza, where nearly 200 people have died of starvation and 1 in 3 people are going multiple days without eating. Experts warn that a surge in aid deliveries may not be enough to save severely malnourished patients, particularly children, who require specialized treatment and intensive care. The article highlights the challenges in treating severe acute malnutrition, including the risk of refeeding syndrome, and the need for careful treatment plans and monitoring. The situation is exacerbated by Israel's 22-month war, which has damaged or destroyed most hospitals and led to mass displacement and destruction.

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva vetoed parts of a congressional bill that aimed to change the country's environmental licensing rules, a legislation opposed by environmentalists as it could harm the Amazon rainforest. The bill was pushed by the right-wing opposition. Lula vetoed 63 out of 400 measures in the bill.

The European Union's relationship with Israel is being tested by the ongoing Gaza war and the resulting humanitarian crisis. Germany, a staunch supporter of Israel, has announced it will not approve new weapons exports to Israel that could be used in Gaza. The EU has threatened to take action against Israel, including suspending trade ties and imposing sanctions, but has yet to follow through. The EU's diplomatic service has launched a review that found Israel breached human rights obligations. Despite a recent deal to allow more food into Gaza, aid groups say dozens of people have starved to death, and the EU acknowledges its conditions have not been met. The article highlights the divisions within the EU and the reluctance to use its leverage on the global stage.

The article draws parallels between the ethnic cleansing of Nagorno-Karabakh's Armenian population and the ongoing conflict in Gaza, suggesting that both may be subject to similar fates of displacement and expulsion. It highlights the recent meeting between Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev and Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, hosted by Donald Trump, aimed at brokering peace but potentially overlooking the plight of displaced Armenians. The article criticizes the use of military force and realpolitik in resolving conflicts, pointing out the suffering of civilians in both Nagorno-Karabakh and Gaza.