Global News Catch-Up: Nigeria Orders UK to Pay $572M, Israel Accused of Spraying Harmful Chemical Over Lebanon, and UN Financial Crisis Continues

A court in Nigeria has ordered the UK government to pay $572 million to the families of coal miners killed by colonial police during a strike in 1949. We break down what happened at the Enugu mines, how it links to Britain’s colonial rule, and why the ruling matters more than 75 years later. Also: We also cover the World Economic Forum’s investigation into its CEO, Børge Brende, over past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Lebanon accuses Israel of spraying glyphosate over southern villages. We explain what’s known about the environmental risks and why claims about cancer are contested. The UN’s financial crisis, with warnings it could run out of money within months. Reuters reports the US accounts for 95% of unpaid regular budget dues - around $2.19bn. The US is preparing to fund MAGA-aligned think tanks in Europe. Saudi Arabia announces major new investments in Syria. Global Politics with Leo brings you clear, evidence-based analysis of the international stories that actually matter — without the noise. You can email me at [email protected] You might know me from my work on social media and Substack as Leo Explains / LeoExplains10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.