reparations

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Asked about its stance on slavery reparations, the Green Party highlighted a statement from one of its subgroups - the Global Majority Greens - welcoming the UN resolution.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Prime Minister Sir Keir said there had been no discussions about money at the meeting, and that the UK is "very clear" in its position that it would not pay reparations.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Iran has demanded reparations for destruction wrought in the five-week onslaught.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

She says it could increase the chance of progress on discussions about reparations, or some form of compensation.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

By signing the treaty, Germany had accepted the blame for starting World War I and agreed to pay billions of dollars in reparations to other countries.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple