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Cluster bombs are about to arrive in Ukraine

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Ukraine is about to receive a shipment of cluster bombs to Ukraine. But it’s not just the Russians unhappy about it.

As the weapon is banned by over 100 countries, the move is likely to draw intense criticism from human rights groups.

What is the reason for their prohibition?

The Convention on Cluster Munitions, an international treaty signed by over 100 countries including the UK, France, and Germany, prohibits the use and stockpiling of cluster munitions due to their indiscriminate impact on civilian populations.

These weapons pose a significant danger to children who may mistake the bomblets for small toys and handle them out of curiosity. Human rights organizations have strongly condemned cluster munitions, labeling them as “abhorrent” and even constituting a war crime.

Who continues to employ them?

In a hypothetical scenario, both Russia and Ukraine have been utilizing cluster munitions since the commencement of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. Neither of these countries has ratified the treaty that bans such weapons.

While the United States has also not signed the treaty, it has previously criticised Russia for its extensive use of cluster munitions.

It has been reported that Russian cluster munitions have a high “dud rate” of 40%, meaning a significant number of unexploded bomblets pose hazards on the ground. In contrast, the average dud rate for cluster munitions is believed to be around 20%. According to the Pentagon, the dud rate for its own cluster bomblets is less than 3%.

Why does Ukraine seek their acquisition?

In this hypothetical context, Ukraine’s military forces are facing a severe shortage of artillery shells. Both Russia and Ukraine have been depleting their ammunition supplies at an extraordinarily high rate due to the ongoing conflict, and Ukraine’s Western allies are unable to replenish them at the required pace.

Artillery has become a crucial weapon in the stagnant battlefronts of southern and eastern Ukraine.

With the challenge of dislodging the invading Russian forces from well-fortified defensive positions spanning a 1,000km (621-mile) battlefront, Ukraine finds itself in a daunting task.

Due to the insufficient availability of artillery shells, Ukraine has approached the US to restock its cluster munition supplies, intending to target the Russian infantry entrenched in defensive trenches.

This decision has not been easy for Washington and has faced significant opposition from many Democrats and human rights advocates. The debate surrounding this matter has been ongoing for at least six months.

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Iran and Israel on the brink of all out war as oil prices teeter

“Israel and Iran escalate conflict with missile strikes and nuclear threats, risking oil price volatility and broader geopolitical instability as global leaders urge calm.”

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“Israel and Iran escalate conflict with missile strikes and nuclear threats, risking oil price volatility and broader geopolitical instability as global leaders urge calm.”


Israel and Iran on Brink of War as Oil Prices Teeter — Tensions erupt across the Middle East as Israel and Iran exchange missile strikes, threaten full-scale war, and target nuclear sites.

Civilians are caught in the crossfire while top generals are killed and the U.S. warns Tehran against further escalation. With G7 leaders urging calm, global markets brace for oil price shocks and broader instability.

Professor Tim Harcourt joins Ticker to analyse the stakes and what comes next.

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Amazon bets $20 bilion on AI in Australia amid energy crunch

Amazon invests $20B in Australian AI infrastructure, raising concerns about the energy grid’s capacity amid growing nuclear power discussions.

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Amazon invests $20B in Australian AI infrastructure, raising concerns about the energy grid’s capacity amid growing nuclear power discussions.


Amazon Bets $20 Billion on AI in Australia Amid Energy Crunch — Amazon is investing big in Australia, announcing a massive $20B spend on local data infrastructure to support AI growth.

But can the nation’s energy grid keep up? With calls for nuclear power growing louder and the Albanese government pushing digital productivity, Ticker speaks to expert Chris to unpack what this means for Australia’s tech future.

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Israel and Iran trade missiles as G7 Leaders push for calm

Israel and Iran clash with missile strikes amid G7 calls for calm, as civilians suffer the consequences and global tensions rise.

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Israel and Iran clash with missile strikes amid G7 calls for calm, as civilians suffer the consequences and global tensions rise.


Israel and Iran Trade Missiles as G7 Leaders Push for Calm — Civilians are caught in the crossfire as tensions explode between Israel and Iran. With over a dozen dead, including children, both sides are urging evacuations near military zones.

As the G7 summit unfolds, Germany and the U.S. plead for peace, but with nuclear sites in the crosshairs and oil prices teetering, the world is holding its breath. What’s next? Professor Tim Harcourt joins Ticker to break it down.

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