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The UN General Assembly adopts a new non-binding resolution that demands an "immediate" halt to Russia's war in Ukraine. In a vote at UN headquarters in New York, 140 countries voted in favor, 38 abstained and five voted against the measure. IMAGES
Thousands of people march the streets of New York City demanding US President Biden and other world leaders to put an end to fossil fuels, ahead of the UN General Assembly and Climate Week. IMAGES
Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu calls for the suspension of nationwide protests and an end to "bloodshed" after security forces cracked down on rallies over economic hardship. SOUNDBITE
The UN General Assembly votes to establish an annual day of remembrance for the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, despite furious opposition from Bosnian Serbs and Serbia. The resolution written by Germany and Rwanda -- countries synonymous with genocides in the 20th century -- received 84 votes in favor, 19 against with 68 abstentions. It makes July 11 "International Day of Remembrance of the Srebrenica Genocide." IMAGES
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets a general election date for July 4, ending months of speculation about when he would go to the country. IMAGES