United Nations Video: World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report - Press Conference | United Nations

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“It's been a nervous time for the global economy,” a Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) Senior official said. At the launch the World Economic Situation and Prospects mid-year report today (16 May), Shantanu Mukherjee, Director, Economic Analysis and Policy Division of UN DESA said, “It's been a nervous time for the global economy. In January this year, we were expecting two years of stable growth, and since then, prospects have diminished, accompanied by significant volatility across various dimensions. So now we are forecasting global economic growth at 2.4 percent for 2025 and 2.5 percent for 2026. This is the downward revision of point four percentage points each year back from what we were expecting in January.” He also said, “This is not a recession, but the slowing down is affecting most countries and regions. Among the most severely hit are the least developed countries whose growth prospects for 2025 have fallen from 4.6 to 4.1 which is a drop by a full half percentage point in just a few months. Now, that translates into a loss of billions in economic output for the most disadvantage of countries.” He continued, “With this most recent shock, their five-year cumulative growth since 2021 is expected to be over 1/4 smaller than it would have been had they just grown at the rate they were averaging before the pandemic. Now, these are growth prospects are compounding the challenges they already face, such as fall in ODA, limited fiscal space and high levels of debt. And many developing countries are also still grappling with high levels of inflation, even though this is gradually moderating in some countries.” He added, “At this point, the average effective tariff rates for the US around 14 percent which is about six times higher than they were at the start of the year. And trade policy uncertainty is a factor in itself. It remains elevated, having surged to its highest value in the last 10 years, multiple times higher than the previous week.” He highlighted, “With merchandise trade representing just over a fifth the world output, and US and China together accounting for about a quarter of total imports., there's no surprise that these changes reverberated across the world, and going beyond just tariffs, volatility and some rather unexpected co movements have happened in a range of economic and financial indicators.” He said, “The uncertainty makes it even more likely that investment growth across the world, which was already slowing from 3.5 percent in 23 to 2.8 percent in 24 will continue to fall. And just to relate it to something we're all familiar with for small and medium enterprises, for example, difficulty in accessing capital when most needed can be fatal, with long term impacts for those whose livelihoods depend on them. Often, these are women.” He reported, “Across the world, fiscal deficits are now increasing for a variety of reasons. Developed countries and other major economies can finance these deficits quite affordably, but for many developing countries, the fiscal situation is becoming increasingly challenging.” He also said, “But our forecast from the beginning of the year indicated that overall, the global economy was reasonably healthy, and we recognize also that when assessed in comparison to other recent shocks, such as the global financial crisis, we have a downgrade, but it's not as extreme. In the forecast that we will present in greater detail today, we are expecting that bilateral negotiations will lead to lower tariff levels, although these will not return to pre-February levels. However, despite this, an early and complete resolution of uncertainties would help individuals and businesses move forward with economic decision making with positive results in 25 and even bigger impacts in 2026.”

Published: 17th May 2025 01:00:06   By: United Nations

United Nations Video: The Next Pandemic: Are We Ready? | United Nations

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The COVID-19 pandemic exposed deep fissures in our global preparedness to health emergencies — from unequal access to vaccines to a lack of coordinated response. The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing a new pandemic agreement to ensure we’re better equipped next time. In this video, we break down the WHO pandemic treaty, why it matters, and how it aims to prevent, detect, and respond to future pandemics. Discover how countries are coming together to build a safer future through international health law. Because no one is safe until everyone is safe.

Published: 17th May 2025 06:00:09   By: United Nations

United Nations Video: Secretary-General's video message to the "Sagarmatha Sambaad" - Everest Dialogue

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The United Nations Secretary-General warned on Friday that Himalayan glaciers are “caving in,” urging immediate action to address the climate crisis, especially in the world’s most fragile ecosystems. https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/05/1163376

Published: 16th May 2025 08:34:22   By: United Nations

United Nations Video: Gaza Crisis: UN Humanitarian Briefing Reveals Grim Reality | United Nations

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UN agencies OCHA and WHO briefed the media today on the deepening crisis in Gaza, warning of blocked aid, collapsing health services, and urgent humanitarian needs.

Published: 16th May 2025 06:49:39   By: United Nations

United Nations Video: UN Chief attends ministerial on the future of UN Peacekeeping | United Nations

Play Video: UN Chief attends ministerial on the future of UN Peacekeeping | United Nations

Over 130 Member States joined the @UN #PKMinisterial in Berlin to reaffirm support for peace operations & the people they serve. New pledges marked a key step in adapting Missions to today’s challenges, ensuring peacekeepers can continue protecting civilians & building peace.

Published: 16th May 2025 06:41:36   By: United Nations

CNN Video: Pigs may be a solution to organ shortage

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CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores how pigs could help address the human organ shortage through xenotransplantation. Learn how both a pig's similarities and differences make their organs a good match for humans. “Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Animal Pharm” airs Sunday at 8pm ET/PT on CNN. #cnn #news #health #pig

Published: 17th May 2025 12:23:28   By: CNN

CNN Video: Secret Service interviews James Comey over "86 47" post

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Former FBI Director James Comey voluntarily met with the Secret Service on Friday night after his Instagram post "86 47" caused an uproar. Comey took down the post but claims he didn't realize it could be associated with political violence. The NewsNight panel debates the merits of investigating the former investigator. #CNN #News

Published: 17th May 2025 11:00:15   By: CNN

CNN Video: ‘We’ve just created the loneliest generation’: Why everyone is talking to Dr. John Delony

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Dr. John Delony says we've created the loneliest generation. Hear his advice on how to make in-person conversations less awkward.

Published: 17th May 2025 10:00:50   By: CNN

CNN Video: Video shows tornado tearing off roof in St. Louis, Missouri

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A storm that produced a tornado in the St. Louis area Friday afternoon has left at least five people dead and at least ten injured, according to local authorities. #cnn #news #weather #tornado #stlouis

Published: 17th May 2025 05:43:16   By: CNN

CNN Video: Producer pitches reality show for US citizenship

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CNN’s Kaitlan Collins speaks with reality TV producer Rob Worsoff about his pitch to the Department of Homeland Security for a show where immigrants would compete for American citizenship. A DHS spokesperson said in a statement to CNN that the show is in the very beginning stages of that vetting process.

Published: 17th May 2025 05:34:55   By: CNN

BBC News Video: Israel launches major Gaza offensive to 'seize and control' areas | BBC News

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Israel's military has announced the launch of a major offensive aimed at defeating Hamas and securing the freedom of remaining hostages in Gaza. The Israeli Defense Forces said on its Hebrew X account that it had mobilised troops for "Operation Gideon's Chariots" to seize "strategic areas" of the strip. Hamas-run civil defence and health ministry officials say Israeli attacks have killed around 250 people since Thursday. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Israel #Gaza #BBCNews

Published: 17th May 2025 10:00:23   By: BBC News

BBC News Video: Russian drone attack on Ukraine bus kills nine, officials say | BBC News

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Local officials say nine people have been killed in a Russian drone attack on a civilian bus in north-eastern Ukraine. The Sumy regional military administration said four other people were injured in the town of Bilopillia on Saturday morning as the bus travelled to the regional capital Sumy, close to Russia's border. The reported attack comes just hours after Russia and Ukraine held their first direct peace talks since 2022 - no breakthrough was achieved, although a swap of prisoners of war was agreed. Ukraine's national police described the bus attack as a "cynical war crime". Russia has not commented directly but said it had hit a "military staging area" in Sumy. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Ukraine #BBCNews

Published: 17th May 2025 07:30:33   By: BBC News

BBC News Video: Where is Eurovision happening this year? #Basel #Eurovision #BBCNews

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Published: 17th May 2025 07:00:02   By: BBC News

BBC News Video: What did Donald Trump achieve on his four-day visit to the Middle East? | BBC News

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This week Donald Trump completed a three-country trip to the Gulf this week. And he put a major emphasis on deals being done - with the US and with US businesses. But the trip also put a spotlight on the President's own business interests too. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #US #MiddleEast #BBCNews

Published: 16th May 2025 09:44:39   By: BBC News

BBC News Video: Trump warns “people in Gaza are starving” as international condemnation of Israel grows | BBC News

Play Video: Trump warns “people in Gaza are starving” as international condemnation of Israel grows | BBC News

President Trump said for the first time today that "a lot of people in Gaza are starving" and vowed that the US would take care of the situation.  He was speaking after finishing a tour of the Middle East, during which he chose not to visit Israel. Israeli air strikes have killed nearly 100 people in northern Gaza in a single day, according to Hamas-run civil defence teams. It comes after more than 120 Palestinians were killed yesterday in the south of the territory. The UN is ’warning that half a million people face famine and its human rights chief says that Israel's actions are tantamount to ethnic cleansing.   Palestinians in Beit Lahia and Jabalia described a large-scale assault on the ground and from the air and sea in the early hours of the morning. The Israeli military said its troops were dismantling what it called terrorist infrastructure. It's not clear whether the operation marks the start of the major new offensive promised by Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel doesn't allow independent access to Gaza for international journalists, including the BBC.   Reeta Chakrabarti presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Lucy Williamson in Jerusalem and by analysis editor Ros Atkins. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #BBCNews

Published: 16th May 2025 09:25:50   By: BBC News

ODN Video: As Israel Launches New Offensive, Gaza Faces Possible Famine

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As Israel launches a new major offensive, these scenes of desperation have become the day-today in Gaza. Since Israel blocked the borders again in March, no food, aid, or water has been allowed into the strip. Now, Gazans face desperate conditions. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/ODNsubs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ondemandnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ODN/ If you wish to purchase any of our clips for commercial use, please visit: http://www.itnproductions.co.uk/news/

Published: 17th May 2025 12:53:00   By: On Demand News

ODN Video: Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks: Putin Slammed for Absence

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The verdict is out: Putin and Zelenskyy will not meet face-to-face in Istanbul. The Russian president was challenged by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy to personally attend the peace talks in Istanbul, but Putin decided to send a low-level delegation instead. For many, this as a sign that Russia does not want peace. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/ODNsubs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ondemandnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ODN/ If you wish to purchase any of our clips for commercial use, please visit: http://www.itnproductions.co.uk/news/

Published: 16th May 2025 03:02:02   By: On Demand News

ODN Video: UAE Announces Huge $1.4 Trillion US Investment During Trump Visit

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The UAE has announced a plan to invest $1.4 trillion into the US. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed announced the pledge during a meeting at the Al-Watan Palace in Abu Dhabi. The news comes during the final leg of his Middle East tour. The funds are expected to support the US economy over the next 10 years. #trump #uae #usa Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/ODNsubs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ondemandnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ODN/ If you wish to purchase any of our clips for commercial use, please visit: http://www.itnproductions.co.uk/news/

Published: 16th May 2025 01:52:10   By: On Demand News

ODN Video: Shocking CCTV Footage of Israeli Strike on European Hospital in Gaza

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Shocking CCTV footage has captured the moment an Israeli airstrike hit the European Hospital near Khan Younis in southern Gaza. Parts of the video are too graphic to show. The strike, which happened on Tuesday, killed at least 28 people, according to local officials. #gaza #israel #hamas Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/ODNsubs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ondemandnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ODN/ If you wish to purchase any of our clips for commercial use, please visit: http://www.itnproductions.co.uk/news/

Published: 15th May 2025 03:26:29   By: On Demand News

ODN Video: Intense Combat Footage Shows Hamas Ambushing IDF in Gaza

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Since a temporary ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas broke down in mid-March, intense fighting has resumed in the Gaza Strip. Both the IDF, and the military wing of Hamas, have posted a steady stream of videos showing their fighters in combat. While these clips are hard to independently verify, they do give us a unique perspective of the conflict on the ground. Here, we’ve gathered some of that combat footage, from the past two months. More than 19 months after Israel launched its ground campaign in Gaza, there are parts of the Strip it hasn’t brought under control. Fighting near the southern city of Rafah has been particularly fierce, with the al Qassam Brigades - Hamas’ military arm - launching a series of videos on what it calls ‘the gates of hell’ operation. These highly-edited clips show two separate ambushes on Israeli troops east of the city - which it claims killed and wounded several IDF soldiers. Despite Israel claiming to have almost broken the militant group’s power, Hamas fighters are now experienced in urban warfare, using this ruined landscape to their advantage. These videos, recorded by Israeli soldiers, show fighting at incredibly close range inside buildings. And in April, Hamas posted this video of another ambitious ambush on an Israeli vehicle convoy. For the most part, however, the videos show smaller engagements involving small numbers on each side. Individual militants using rocket propelled grenades against Israeli armoured vehicles and bulldozers remains common. As do attacks by snipers targeting isolated patrols… …while long range rocket attacks into Israel have remained a feature since the start of the conflict. While they must remain on guard at all times, most IDF patrols do not encounter Hamas insurgents… but they do claim to still regularly find tunnels used by them. But things can be dangerous in a warzone, even without the presence of the enemy. This video filmed by an Israeli soldier, purportedly shows debris from a detonation, almost taking them out. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with Israel blocking food and aid from entering the strip. Estimates place the number of people killed since the start of the war, between 50 and 60,000. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/ODNsubs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ondemandnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ODN/ If you wish to purchase any of our clips for commercial use, please visit: http://www.itnproductions.co.uk/news/

Published: 14th May 2025 05:30:02   By: On Demand News

CBC Video: Search resumes for 2 missing N.S. children | Hanomansing Tonight

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Warden Robert Parker says resuming the search of the two children, who went missing on May 2, is giving the community hope as they also look to find answers about what exactly took place. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3TnHioe Follow CBC News on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1sA5P9H Subscribe to CBC News on Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3leaWsr Download the CBC News app for iOS: http://apple.co/25mpsUz Download the CBC News app for Android: http://bit.ly/1XxuozZ »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» For more than 80 years, CBC News has been the source Canadians turn to, to keep them informed about their communities, their country and their world. Through regional and national programming on multiple platforms, including CBC Television, CBC News Network, CBC Radio, CBCNews.ca, mobile and on-demand, CBC News and its internationally recognized team of award-winning journalists deliver the breaking stories, the issues, the analyses and the personalities that matter to Canadians.

Published: 17th May 2025 01:51:51   By: CBC News

CBC Video: 'Unusual' jury discharge in world junior hockey sex assault trial explained | Hanomansing Tonight

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Justice Maria Carroccia discharged the jury for the second time at the trial of the five former Team Canada world junior players. We break down the stunning developments and get reaction from Sarah Leamon, a criminal defence attorney who has been watching the trial. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3TnHioe Follow CBC News on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1sA5P9H Subscribe to CBC News on Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3leaWsr Download the CBC News app for iOS: http://apple.co/25mpsUz Download the CBC News app for Android: http://bit.ly/1XxuozZ »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» For more than 80 years, CBC News has been the source Canadians turn to, to keep them informed about their communities, their country and their world. Through regional and national programming on multiple platforms, including CBC Television, CBC News Network, CBC Radio, CBCNews.ca, mobile and on-demand, CBC News and its internationally recognized team of award-winning journalists deliver the breaking stories, the issues, the analyses and the personalities that matter to Canadians.

Published: 17th May 2025 01:50:52   By: CBC News

CBC Video: See Montrealers react to the 'gift' of Quebec’s 1st Michelin Guide with 9 starred restaurants

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We asked Montrealers what they thought of Quebec receiving its first Michelin Guide, which handed out 10 stars in total, including three to the city’s restaurants, and recognized or recommended 102 across the province. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3TnHioe Follow CBC News on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1sA5P9H Subscribe to CBC News on Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3leaWsr Download the CBC News app for iOS: http://apple.co/25mpsUz Download the CBC News app for Android: http://bit.ly/1XxuozZ »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» For more than 80 years, CBC News has been the source Canadians turn to, to keep them informed about their communities, their country and their world. Through regional and national programming on multiple platforms, including CBC Television, CBC News Network, CBC Radio, CBCNews.ca, mobile and on-demand, CBC News and its internationally recognized team of award-winning journalists deliver the breaking stories, the issues, the analyses and the personalities that matter to Canadians.

Published: 17th May 2025 12:17:29   By: CBC News

CBC Video: What were the ups and downs for Carney's new cabinet in Week 1? | Power & Politics

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Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed a cabinet made up of a mix of old and new faces this week. The Power & Politics panel of party insiders discuss Canadians' expectations for Carney's team, and some early communications challenges. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3TnHioe Follow CBC News on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1sA5P9H Subscribe to CBC News on Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3leaWsr Download the CBC News app for iOS: http://apple.co/25mpsUz Download the CBC News app for Android: http://bit.ly/1XxuozZ »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» For more than 80 years, CBC News has been the source Canadians turn to, to keep them informed about their communities, their country and their world. Through regional and national programming on multiple platforms, including CBC Television, CBC News Network, CBC Radio, CBCNews.ca, mobile and on-demand, CBC News and its internationally recognized team of award-winning journalists deliver the breaking stories, the issues, the analyses and the personalities that matter to Canadians.

Published: 16th May 2025 11:47:15   By: CBC News

CBC Video: Alberta NDP leader says he’ll fight separation with everything he’s got | Power & Politics

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith shuffled her cabinet on Friday afternoon. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi joins Power & Politics to react to Smith’s new cabinet. Plus, Nenshi weighs in on the likelihood of a referendum on Alberta sovereignty. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow CBC News on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3TnHioe Follow CBC News on Twitter: http://bit.ly/1sA5P9H Subscribe to CBC News on Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3leaWsr Download the CBC News app for iOS: http://apple.co/25mpsUz Download the CBC News app for Android: http://bit.ly/1XxuozZ »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» For more than 80 years, CBC News has been the source Canadians turn to, to keep them informed about their communities, their country and their world. Through regional and national programming on multiple platforms, including CBC Television, CBC News Network, CBC Radio, CBCNews.ca, mobile and on-demand, CBC News and its internationally recognized team of award-winning journalists deliver the breaking stories, the issues, the analyses and the personalities that matter to Canadians.

Published: 16th May 2025 11:33:26   By: CBC News

International Video: Romania elections: Is pro-Russian candidate on brink of victory?

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On Sunday, Ukraine's neighbour Romania heads to the polls for the final vote in its presidential race after December's election was cancelled over alleged Russian interference. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe) The contenders are Nicosur Dan, the centrist mayor of Bucharest, and George Simion, a former football hooligan and Trump fan who has swept into the race after the previous front-runner, the pro-Russian Calin Georgescu was banned from standing. The two men offer wildly differing views of the future of Romania - a closer friendship with Moscow, or alignment with the EU. Local Producer: Matei Barbulescu ----------------------- Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Channel4News TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@c4news Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/channel4news/

Published: 16th May 2025 07:06:48   By: Channel 4 News

International Video: Meet the Afghan refugees forced to return by Pakistan’s government

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In recent weeks, Pakistan has dramatically ramped up its policy of forcing refugees from neighbouring Afghanistan to leave. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe) Tens of thousands have been deported and more have pre-emptively returned, fearing arrest. For decades, Pakistan had been a haven for those fleeing oppression and war in Afghanistan, even as far back as the Soviet invasion in the 1980s. But now, the Pakistani government is demanding that Afghans return, some to a country they have never even seen before. ---------------------- Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Channel4News TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@c4news Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/channel4news/

Published: 16th May 2025 06:52:16   By: Channel 4 News

International Video: RFK Jr's new British medical adviser on vaccines and Big Pharma | Aseem Malhotra

Play Video: RFK Jr's new British medical adviser on vaccines and Big Pharma | Aseem Malhotra

Aseem Malhotra is a deeply controversial British doctor who has just been appointed as Chief Medical Adviser of the Make America Healthy Again campaign group co-founded by Donald Trump's health secretary Robert F Kennedy Junior. [Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe] It makes him one of the US Health Secretary's most influential medical advisers - and that's alarming doctors and academics around the world, because Aseem Malhotra, like RFK JR, goes against mainstream, established opinion on many topics. Most controversially he opposes the MRNA covid vaccines, claiming they cause more harm than good, and wants to end their use in America, even though people are still dying with Covid around the world. In the UK hundreds of people are dying with covid every month yet Dr Malhotra claims the virus is no longer deadly. He also supports RFK Junior's decision to reinvestigate discredited claims of a link between vaccines and autism, amid alarming levels of vaccine scepticism in America, and outbreaks of deadly measles. For the latest episode of The Fourcast Krishnan Guru-Murthy talks to Dr Malhotra, but we also examine his claims and scrutinise them by hearing from Stephen Griffin, Professor of Virology at Leeds University - who is a leading scientist in Britain and believes claims being made by Dr Malhotra and RFK Junior are wrong. Produced by Calum Fraser, Alice Wagstaffe, Georgina Lee, Rob Thomson. ------- Get more news at our site - https://www.channel4.com/news/ Follow us: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@c4news Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/channel4news/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Channel4News Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/

Published: 15th May 2025 08:54:51   By: Channel 4 News

International Video: PM proposes to send failed asylum seekers to ‘return hubs’

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Sir Keir Starmer has announced for the first time he's discussing whether failed asylum seekers could be deported from Britain to specially built camps in Eastern Europe. On a trip to Albania, the Prime Minister said he was in talks with several countries about the plans. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe) But there was an awkward moment when the Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama immediately said that his country would definitely not be a host for a British so-called "return hub". ---------------------- Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Channel4News TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@c4news Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/channel4news/

Published: 15th May 2025 06:26:44   By: Channel 4 News

International Video: Why did Putin cancel Turkey meeting?

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Vladimir Putin's decision not to attend a meeting he set up with Ukraine's President Volodymr Zelenskyy makes no sense if the Russia's war aim is to take Crimea and the Donbas, transatlantic affairs expert Özgür Ünlühisarcıklı tells Ciaran Jenkins. [Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe] ------- Get more news at our site - https://www.channel4.com/news/ Follow us: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@c4news Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/channel4news/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Channel4News Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/

Published: 15th May 2025 05:47:13   By: Channel 4 News