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The UN Security Council for the first time demands a ceasefire in Gaza, with the United States which has vetoed previous bids, abstaining. The resolution, which demands an "immediate ceasefire" for the ongoing Muslim holy month of Ramadan that leads to a "lasting" truce, went through, with all other 14 Security Council members voting yes. IMAGES
The United Nations Security Council votes to approve a resolution that "demands" all sides in the Israel-Hamas conflict allow the "safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance at scale." Russia and the United States, which both could have vetoed the much-delayed measure as permanent members of the council, abstained, meaning it passed with 13 votes in favor. IMAGES
The UN Security Council unanimously passes a resolution calling on the Taliban to "swiftly reverse" all restrictive measures against women. IMAGES
Britain says it will suspend 30 out of 350 arms exports licences to Israel, citing a "clear risk" they could be used in a serious breach of international humanitarian law. "These include equipment that we assess is for use in the current conflict in Gaza," says British Foreign Minister David Lammy. SOUNDBITE
The UN Security Council demands an end to the siege of El-Fasher in Sudan's Darfur region, where fighting between government and paramilitary forces has provoked a humanitarian crisis. The resolution, which was prepared by Britain and received 14 votes in favor with Russia abstaining, demands that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces "halt the siege of El Fasher" and also calls for "an immediate halt to the fighting and for de-escalation in and around El-Fasher." IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.