Indonesia is setting an example in managing forest fires.
In 2019, while conducting a routine patrol, volunteer firefighter Marlizar saw smoke coming from a quarter-hectare of peatland. He sent his colleague to their base in Teluk Maranti village, seven kilometres away, and bravely battled the fire alone. When Marlizar’s…
Holding individuals responsible is crucial in addressing the violation of human rights in North Korea.
During a verbal report to the Human Rights Council – the primary human rights authority under the United Nations – Deputy High Commissioner Nada Al-Nashif stated that the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (commonly referred to as North Korea) has…
Interim findings have been presented to the Secretary-General by the UNRWA review panel.
The review follows serious allegations regarding the alleged involvement of UNRWA staff in the 7 October attack on Israel by Hamas, which are being investigated by the UN Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS). On Tuesday, the Secretary-General received the…
Agencies are warning of a rise in the number of infants in Gaza who are at risk of dying.
“According to Dr. Margaret Harris of the UN World Health Organization (WHO), doctors and healthcare workers are increasingly witnessing the consequences of malnutrition, with newborn infants succumbing to death due to dangerously low birth weights.” The World Health Organization spokesperson…
Efforts to provide assistance in Haiti continue despite ongoing violence and instability.
On Tuesday, the United Nations reported that UNICEF, its children’s agency, and its partners have distributed more than 242,000 gallons of water since the beginning of March. Additionally, the World Food Programme (WFP) and its partners have given out over…
An expert on UN rights is calling for worldwide initiatives to stop the atrocities committed by the junta in Myanmar.
In February of 2021, there was a coup d’état in Myanmar where the military seized power and detained numerous government officials, political figures, and activists, including President Win Myint and State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi. The acquisition led to…
The UN human rights chief calls the hurried implementation of Hong Kong’s new security law a backward action.
Volker Türk expressed deep disappointment at the hasty passage of significant legislation through the legislative body, despite valid concerns regarding its adherence to global human rights standards. This occurred in the former British colony, now a Special Administrative Region of…
Despite the ongoing war, the children of Gaza are spreading joy and celebrating Ramadan.
Although discussions of a ceasefire were unsuccessful in putting an end to the ongoing conflict that has resulted in the deaths of about 32,000 Palestinians, the aim of the youth residing in the temporary camp was straightforward. Despite the challenges…
Explanation: What is the meaning of famine?
Arif Husain, the chief economist of the World Food Programme (WFP), recently discussed the process behind the release of the newest food security report for the war-torn area of Gaza in December. He provided insights into the Integrated Phase Classification…
Imminent famine in the northern area of Gaza is a disaster that has been completely caused by humans, according to Guterres.
According to the new Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report on Gaza, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stated that a famine may happen any time between now and May 2024 in the northern governorates. “Take action immediately…