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For 74 years, the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, UNRWA, has provided healthcare, education and social services to many.Yet, the war on Gaza has severely affected the UNRWA as Israeli air strikes have hit its facilities and killed at least 130 of its humanitarian workers.The UNRWA’s work was recognised at the Doha Forum 2023, where we caught up with its commissioner general.Philippe Lazzarini talks to Al Jazeera.

In a world grappling with its geopolitics being fragmented, the East versus West competition for power is seemingly threatening to divide and polarise the global order.Russia's ability to selectively influence leaders and events in various parts of the world is vital when discussing international crises.On this special edition of Talk to Al Jazeera, we go to the Doha Forum 2023, where we connect with Russia's top diplomat to discuss the war on Gaza and Ukraine and his country’s apparently contradicting stands on both conflicts.The Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, talks to Al Jazeera.

Born in Senegal and raised in France, Patrice Evra rose to fame playing for Manchester United and Juventus, facing racism on and off the pitch.Later in his career, Evra revealed that he was sexually abused as a child by a schoolteacher, a secret he kept for 25 years.Now retired from football, he advocates against child sexual abuse as a UN ambassador and uses his social media presence to fight racism in sports.Evra has also ventured into technology investments, participating in the Web Summit in Lisbon, where we caught up with him.Patrice Evra talks to Al Jazeera.

Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi discusses Iran's position on the Gaza conflict, their support for a one-state solution, and Israel's aggression in Syria. It also explores Iran's strained relationship with the UN Atomic Watchdog due to the impact of American withdrawal and European actions on their nuclear program.

Brazil, renowned for its cultural diversity and vast rainforests, is experiencing significant political transformation.Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s return to power marked a departure from Jair Bolsonaro’s conservative government. This shift heralds a renewed focus on social welfare, poverty reduction, and inclusive growth, mirroring Lula’s previous term in the 2000s.However, Brazil’s journey is mired in global challenges, from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the war on Gaza. These issues raise important questions about Brazil’s role and position as a major global economy.We explore these complexities as Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva talks to Al Jazeera.Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribeFollow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglishFind us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeeraCheck our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile@AljazeeraEnglish#Aljazeeraenglish#News

Finland's pivot towards NATO due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, increased espionage and cyberattacks. The controversy surrounding Finland's defence deal with Israel and its stance on Gaza. Finland's support for a two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and their response to Russian hybrid operations. The changing landscape of neutrality in European countries post-Cold War era.

Following his return from strategic talks in Germany and as the war on Gaza nears its 50th day, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan delves into Turkey’s role in humanitarian efforts.At a pivotal moment, he discusses Turkey’s relationship with Hamas and whether Western pressure exists. Fidan also reflects on what it would take to sever diplomatic ties with Israel completely.Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan shares these insights with Al Jazeera.

Explore Lisbon's challenges of gentrification, housing crisis, and climate change. Learn about its rise as a tech and remote working hub, and the efforts to distribute financial benefits. Discover how the city has transformed into a global innovation hub and attracted billion-euro companies. Hear about the growth of Lisbon's tech economy with increased investment in startups and the role of AI in enhancing humanity. Understand the impact of corruption on foreign investment and the town hall's efforts to combat it.

Former UN official, Craig Mokhiber, criticizes the UN's inaction on the 'wholesale slaughter' of Palestinians by Israeli army. He discusses the ongoing Palestine-Israel conflict and the use of 'genocide' to describe Israel's actions. The speaker highlights support received after a leaked letter and calls for recognizing the humanity of Palestinians in Western media.

It’s been 10 years since Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez died.In the years that followed, the country, home to the world’s largest oil reserves, suffered economic collapse, political chaos and a mass exodus.As Venezuelans face poverty and struggle to survive, more than 7 million have left the country in search of protection and a better life, according to the United Nations.Have foreign powers played a role in the country’s stalemate? And is there still a way out of Venezuela’s impasse?Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil talks to Al Jazeera.