UN warns time running out for families with terrorist ties stranded in Syria camps
This urgent humanitarian and security situation threatens stability in the region and beyond, but the political transition underway in Syria…
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Gaza City suffering escalates as Israeli strikes inflict more heavy casualties
“Intensified strikes on Gaza City, including on tents, residential buildings, infrastructure continue to inflict heavy casualties,” the UN aid coordination…
‘Africa’s voice is not heard’: Leaders issue call for equity, justice and courage
The urgency reflects a global reality – that the UN risks losing relevance in the face of today’s polycrisis –…
World News in Brief: WHO reaffirms safety of vaccines, appeal for Sudanese civilians trapped in El Fasher, DR Congo Ebola outbreak update
“Extensive research, including large-scale studies over the past decade, has found no consistent association,” the agency said in a statement, urging…
Syrian President outlines reforms, pledges national renewal
A year ago, Mr. Al-Sharaa was leader of a rebel group based in Syria’s northwest before leading a rapid military…
‘Iran has never sought and will never seek to build a nuclear bomb,’ President tells General Assembly
Masoud Pezeshkian began his remarks by upholding the importance of equality and mutual respect among all peoples. “The bedrock of…
Gaza: UN agencies warn of escalating attacks, mass displacement and famine
The UN human rights office in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OHCHR) says Israeli military tactics in Gaza City – including strikes on…
We have no choice but to fight, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy tells world leaders
“No one but ourselves can guarantee security,” he said. “Only strong alliances. Only strong partners. And only our own weapons.”…
UN’s Guterres to world leaders: Choose peace and cooperation over chaos
Each September, heads of state and government gather in New York for high-level week, where leaders present their global priorities.…
Guterres calls for ceasefire as European leaders affirm Ukraine’s rights at UN
Briefing the Council, Mr. Guterres said the conflict, now in its fourth year, “has brought immense suffering and instability to…