Israel has notified the UN that it will not accept food convoys into northern Gaza supervised by the UNRWA.
“UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini stated on X that the organization, which serves as the primary source of support for Palestine refugees, is currently unable to deliver critical aid to the northern region of Gaza.” He denounced the ruling as “outrageous,”…
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges for an immediate ceasefire at the Rafah border crossing to Gaza.
In a tradition that started when he served as the UN High Commissioner for Refugees to shine a light on Muslim communities in distress, Mr. Guterres arrived in Cairo on Saturday, where he reiterated his urgent calls for a humanitarian…
Officials from the United Nations are expressing strong disapproval of the Russian airstrikes targeting energy facilities in Ukraine.
The Deputy Spokesperson, Farhan Haq, stated on Friday that the Secretary General of the United Nations, António Guterres, strongly denounced the significant missile and drone assaults. Guterres is horrified by the targeting of innocent civilians. The Secretary-General expressed shock at…
What actions is the United Nations taking to assist Haiti in addressing violence and instability?
are The situation: Chaos and anxiety prevail. While the situation in Haiti has long been characterized by lawlessness, with powerful gangs controlling much of the capital, Port-au-Prince, the months of January and February 2024 have been the most violent in…
A team from the United Nations has arrived in Gaza’s severely affected northern area, verifying the alarming levels of illness and starvation.
On Thursday, Jamie McGoldrick, the leading aid representative for the UN in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, visited the Kamal Adwan hospital in Beit Lahia. The hospital has a new specialized feeding center, supported by the World Health Organization (WHO), for…
The United States’ proposal for a “necessary and continuous ceasefire” in Gaza was vetoed by Russia and China.
The proposed resolution led by the US, which was under consideration for several weeks, expressed a clear need for “an urgent and lasting ceasefire to safeguard civilians on both sides”. It also emphasized the importance of providing essential aid and…
The United Nations has strongly denounced the deadly assaults that took place in Moscow.
The Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk was invaded by armed individuals, resulting in the death of at least 40 individuals and causing over 100 injuries. The incident occurred right before a sold-out rock show. According to the media, a terrorist…
The political stalemate and ongoing violence in Syria is worsening the humanitarian situation.
In a briefing to the ambassadors of the UN Security Council, Geir Pedersen emphasized the pressing need for a political solution due to the recent increase in violence, such as airstrikes, rocket attacks, and armed group clashes. Furthermore, there are…
In the midst of continued conflict in Gaza and Ukraine, the leader of the United Nations restates their plea for peace.
“In a tumultuous world, it is crucial to adhere to principles that are clearly outlined in the UN Charter, international law, the preservation of a country’s territorial integrity, and international humanitarian law,” stated the Secretary-General of the United Nations, addressing…
Armed organizations are continuing their campaign of terror throughout Burkina Faso.
The High Commissioner, Volker Türk, stated from Ouagadougou that his office has been actively communicating with the government, civil society, and others about the various human rights issues in the country. These challenges have arisen after a coup in January…