*) G20 calls for 'comprehensive' ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon G20 leaders called for "comprehensive" ceasefires in Israel’s brutal wars on both Palestine’s Gaza and Lebanon in a joint statement at a summit in Brazil. The leaders of the world's biggest economies called for a US-proposed permanent ceasefire in Palestine's Gaza in return for the release of all hostages, as well as a Lebanon ceasefire “that enables citizens to return safely to their homes on both sides of the Blue Line.” *) Amsterdam mayor backtracks on 'pogrom' remark after post-match violence Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has backtracked on calling the November 7 clashes between Israeli fans and pro-Palestinian demonstrators a "pogrom." Speaking to Dutch broadcaster NPO, she said, "If I had known it would be weaponised this way, I wouldn’t have used that word," expressing regret over its impact. The violence erupted as Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters stormed through Amsterdam, tearing down Palestinian flags and chanting inflammatory slogans. Halsema also criticised Israel’s quick response to the incident, saying her administration was caught off guard by the global attention. *) Russia vetoes UNSC's Sudan move, reminds members of carte blanche to Israel Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council draft resolution that called on Sudan's warring parties to cease hostilities immediately and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid. All other countries of the 15-member council, including China, voted in favour of the measure drafted by Britain and Sierra Leone. Russia was the sole member to vote against while the Sudanese Foreign Ministry, aligned with the main military, supported the decision. *) Ukraine marks 1,000 days of war with Russia as US backs missile use Ukraine is marking 1,000 days since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, with weary troops battling on numerous fronts and Kiev besieged by frequent drone and missile strikes. In a boost for the beleaguered country, US President Joe Biden gave the green light for US missiles to be used against targets deeper inside Russia, potentially limiting its options to launch attacks and supply the front. Biden's decision could be a "game changer" for Kiev, the country's Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha, said. *) UNESCO 'enhanced protection' for 34 Lebanon heritage sites Dozens of heritage sites in Lebanon were granted "provisional enhanced protection" by UNESCO, offering a higher level of legal shielding as Israel's war on the country continues. The 34 cultural properties affected "now benefit from the highest level of immunity against attack and use for military purposes", the United Nations cultural body said in a statement. UNESCO said the decision "helps send a signal to the entire international community of the urgent need to protect these sites".