World News in Brief: Türk’s South Sudan ceasefire call, Ukraine strikes, Gaza food alert, Afghan returnees

On 21 February, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged a renewed ceasefire in South Sudan following allegations against the Juba government forces. Reports indicate that 21 civilians were killed in Pankor village, Jonglei state, raising international concern. Türk emphasized the urgent need for accountability and dialogue to prevent further violence in the region. Meanwhile, tensions remain high in Eastern Europe as Ukraine launched a series of strikes in response to ongoing conflict in the area. This escalation has drawn attention from global leaders, who are calling for diplomatic solutions to avoid further destabilization. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, urging restraint from all parties involved. In other news, the United Nations has issued a food alert for Gaza, warning of severe shortages due to recent blockades. Additionally, thousands of Afghan returnees face uncertain futures as they navigate the challenges of reintegration. Humanitarian organizations are working tirelessly to provide assistance, but the scale of need remains overwhelming.

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