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UN Chief Says Global Tensions Threaten International Trade

The international trading system is on the brink of fragmenting amid rising geopolitical tensions, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Wednesday, as he cautioned the world against splitting into rival blocs.

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Child Victims Of War Spiked In 2023 Amid Gaza, Sudan Crises: UN Report

Violence against children in armed conflicts reached "extreme levels" in 2023, particularly in Gaza and Sudan, according to a forthcoming UN report obtained by AFP on Tuesday.

International Business Times

Former Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon Returns To UN Post

Former Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon returns to the UN, bringing experience and optimism for improved relations. Appointment pending Government approval.

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Israel 'Disgusted' At Inclusion On New UN Human Rights Blacklist

The upcoming inclusion of Israel on a UN list of countries and armed forces determined to be failing to protect children in war prompted a furious Israeli response Friday.

International Business Times

Israeli military has committed violations against children, UN chief rules

United Nations envoy for Israel says ‘shameful’ and ‘immoral’ decision will reward Hamas

The Independent UK

UN adding Israel to ‘blacklist’ of countries harming children in conflict

Move comes as Israel’s Gaza war has killed more than 15,500 Palestinian children and fuelled widespread malnutrition.

Al Jazeera

Autonomous weapons: Palantir, Airbus engineers seek to calm 'killer robot' fears

Top AI engineers at defence technology companies defended the need for autonomous weapons on Thursday, amid a push for a ban on so-called "killer robots". More than 115 countries and 250 non-governmental organisations are calling for an international treaty to ban weapons that use artificial intelligence to identify and engage…

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Sudanese army vows harsh response to paramilitary attack, UN urges probe

Sudan's army has vowed to deliver a "harsh response" to Wednesday's attack on a village by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, who pro-democracy activists say killed more than 100 people. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned the attack and called for an investigation.

Radio France Internationale

Nine independent MPs and Greens back UN call for Australia to ban fossil fuel advertising

‘The industry is rapidly strangling our planet,’ says Andrew Wilkie, who joins Allegra Spender, Sophie Scamps, Zali Steggall and Monique Ryan in call for ban

The Guardian - AU

Planet Overheating, Ban Fossil Fuel Ads: UN Chief

Humans are as dangerous to the planet as the meteorite that drove dinosaurs to extinction, the UN chief said Wednesday, as scientists announced the last 12 months were the hottest on record.

International Business Times

Tribute To Late Iranian President At UN Stirs Anger

The UN General Assembly drew criticism Thursday for its tribute to the late Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi who died in a helicopter crash, with Washington boycotting the gathering.

International Business Times

AP interview: Divisions among the world's powerful nations are undermining UN efforts to end crises

The UN peacekeeping chief says deep divisions especially among the world’s most powerful nations have significantly undermined what the United Nations can do to help nations move from conflict to peace

The Independent UK

US sanctions two RSF commanders as fighting escalates in Sudan’s Darfur

UN officials and rights groups warn hundreds of thousands of civilians are at risk amid heavy fighting in el-Fasher.

Al Jazeera

More than half a million Palestinians flee as Israel escalates Gaza attacks

UN says more half a million people displaced in recent days as Israeli troops press assaults in north and south Gaza.

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UN chief urges ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Gaza as 35,000 Palestinians killed

Israeli forces launch more attacks on Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza as they increase pressure on Rafah.

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UN Chief Warns Of Humanitarian Disaster In Rafah

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns of potential humanitarian disaster in Rafah due to escalating violence and military operations, emphasizing the...

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UN, aid urgencies urge Israel to halt Rafah assault after crossing seized

UN and aid agencies urge Israel to halt a Rafah incursion with Gaza in the midst of famine, needing urgent aid.

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UN Secretary General Urges Israel And Hamas To Reach Agreement

UN Secretary General calls for ceasefire and hostage deal to alleviate Gaza suffering and restore peace.

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Israel Bombards Rafah Ahead Of Talks Aimed At Sealing Truce Deal

Israel carried out strikes on the Gazan city of Rafah overnight as it sought to put "pressure" on Hamas ahead of talks in Egypt on Tuesday aimed at sealing a truce proposal endorsed by the militants.

Al Jazeera

UN chief urges Israel and Hamas to reach ceasefire deal in Gaza

Antonio Guterres says he fears war in Gaza ‘will worsen exponentially’ without a truce as Israel’s Rafah assault looms.

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UN warns of possible imminent attack on city in Sudan’s North Darfur

Attack on al-Fashir would have ‘devastating consequences’ for civilians in area already on brink of famine, UN says.

Radio France Internationale

'Neutrality' issues found at UN agency for Palestinians, but no terrorism proof

An independent review group on the UN agency for Palestinians – led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna – found "neutrality-related issues" but noted Israel had yet to provide evidence for allegations that a significant number of its staff were members of terrorist organisations.

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UN Report Recommends Improvements To UNRWA Neutrality

Independent review of UNRWA's neutrality procedures in response to Israeli allegations, highlighting critical role in providing aid to Palestinian refugees.

France 24

Israel has yet to provide proof of terrorism at UNRWA despite ‘neutrality’ issues

An independent review group on the UN agency for Palestinians found some "neutrality-related issues," its much-anticipated report said Monday, but noted Israel had yet to provide evidence for incendiary allegations that staff were members of terrorist organisations.

International Business Times

Explosions In Iran As US Media Reports Israeli Strikes

Air defense systems over several Iranian cities were activated, state media reported, after the country's official broadcaster said explosions were heard near the city of Isfahan. There had been no reaction from Israeli or Iranian officials to the overnight strikes and the extent of the damage remained unclear.

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