World News Roundup: Key Political and Humanitarian Updates

The latest world news includes Thailand's king endorsing Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the new prime minister, the shutdown of Libya's central bank after the kidnapping of an official, and Russia's third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv in August. The situation in Yemen worsens, while environmental conservation gains ground in Tahiti.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-08-2024 18:29 IST | Created: 18-08-2024 18:29 IST
World News Roundup: Key Political and Humanitarian Updates
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In the latest world news, Thailand's King has officially endorsed Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the new prime minister, a move that follows her recent election by parliament and positions her to form a cabinet soon.

Libya's central bank, based in Tripoli, has suspended operations following the abduction of a senior official, halting work until the individual's release. This development comes amidst ongoing conflict between Libya's rival governments.

Kyiv faced a third ballistic missile attack this month, launched by Russian forces. Ukrainian officials report that most incoming projectiles were successfully intercepted.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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