Israel accepts ceasefire in Gaza, US says

Israel accepts ceasefire in Gaza, US says

(VOVWORLD) - Israel has accepted a 6-week ceasefire agreement in Gaza, in return for the release by Hamas of captives considered vulnerable, a US official said on Saturday
Vietnam gives top priority to public healthcare

Vietnam gives top priority to public healthcare

(VOVWORLD) -Vietnamese Doctor’s Day, observed on February 27th, is a day to honor doctors and medical workers and acknowledge the achievements of the health sector. The top goal of the Vietnamese Party and...
UN sets out agenda for human right protection

UN sets out agenda for human right protection

(VOVWORLD) -UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the Human Rights Council on Monday that the world is becoming less safe by the day, the multiplication of conflicts is causing unprecedented suffering...
Way to de-escalate conflict in Gaza unclear

Way to de-escalate conflict in Gaza unclear

(VOVWORLD) -Hopes for a lasting ceasefire between Israel and Hamas faded last week after diplomatic efforts deadlocked. Fears of a humanitarian disaster in Gaza intensified when the Israeli army announced...
Spring comes early on Bạch Long Vĩ island

Spring comes early on Bạch Long Vĩ island

(VOVWORLD) - Islanders and soldiers on Bach Long Vy island, Hai Phong city, have refurbished their houses and adorned them with peach branches and kumquat trees for Tet. Their joy of...
Temporary aid suspension for Gaza raises concern

Temporary aid suspension for Gaza raises concern

(VOVWORLD) - Some Western countries have temporarily suspended funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), raising deep concern about the worsening humanitarian...