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1. UN rights office condemns ‘apparent summary execution’ of two men in the West Bank

   The UN human rights office, OHCHR said on Friday that it was “appalled” by the “brazen killing” of two Palestinian men by Israeli border police in the West Bank, describing it as “an apparent summary execution.” 

2. UN chief condemns Guinea-Bissau coup, urges restoration of constitutional order

   The United Nations has strongly condemned the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, warning that the overthrow of elected authorities just days after national elections represents a grave violation of constitutional order and democratic principles.

3. Millions in Asia migrate out of necessity as jobs and services fall short

   Soaring inflation, fragile job markets and shrinking access to healthcare and education are pushing millions of people in South and South-East Asia onto risky migration paths, the UN human rights office said on Thursday, as regional migration reaches historic highs.

4. Mass displacement, trafficking fears deepen crisis in Sudan’s El Fasher

   The humanitarian crisis in Sudan’s El Fasher remains dire as mass displacement accelerates and aid access stays restricted, amid warnings of widespread trafficking, sexual violence and the recruitment of children.

5. A decisive turning point: Setting global industry on a fairer, greener path towards economic growth

   The world moved closer to ensuring that industrial development is a net positive for people and the planet on Thursday, with the adoption of the Riyadh Declaration on the closing day of the Global Industry Summit, a week-long UN event in the Saudi capital.