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UN Weighs Peacekeeping Mission for Haiti Amid Escalating Gang Violence and Political Instability

As gangs escalate violence in Haiti, the UN Security Council debates upgrading the current security mission to a peacekeeping force despite opposition from Russia and China.

Latin Times · Nov 22, 2024

Russia and China oppose changing the Kenya-led force in Haiti to a UN peacekeeping mission

Russia and China oppose changing the Kenya-led multinational force in Haiti into a U.N. peacekeeping mission

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2024

North Korean test of ICBM is condemned by two-thirds of UN Security Council

A U.S.-led statement approved by 10 of the 15 U.N. Security Council members condemned a recent North Korean intercontinental ballistic missile launch

The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2024

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Israel’s UNRWA ban a ‘new level in war against UN’, Palestinian envoy says

The Knesset passed a bill on Monday banning the UN agency for Palestine refugees from operating in Israel.

Al Jazeera · Oct 29, 2024

Iran And Israel Demand UN Action Against Each Other

Recent UN Security Council meeting sees Iran and Israel in heated exchange over escalating tensions in the region.

Israel and UN are maneuvering fraught but fundamental ties during Middle East wars

Relations between Israel and the United Nations have long been tense

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2024

Haitian gangs escalate violence and expand attacks outside the capital, top UN official says

The top U.N. official in Haiti says gangs have escalated their violence and expanded operations outside the capital, even attacking small boats and kidnapping personnel from cargo shipping companies

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2024

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UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon staying put despite Israeli warnings to move

A spokesman for forces in the U.N. peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon says it is maintaining its positions despite warnings to move from the Israeli Defense Forces

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2024

Israel is a rogue nation. It should be removed from the United Nations

One rogue nation cannot declare war on the UN itself and continue to get away with it

The Guardian - US · Oct 15, 2024

The UN peacekeeping mission caught in the crosshairs in southern Lebanon

Israeli forces fired on the headquarters of the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon for the second time in two days on Friday, injuring four peacekeepers. It is the first time Blue Helmets from the UN mission, established in 1978, have been injured since the escalation on both sides of…

France 24 · Oct 11, 2024

UN agency for Palestinians warns Gaza aid work may 'disintegrate' if Israeli legislation passes

The head of the U_N_ agency for Palestinian refugees is warning that if pending Israeli legislation is adopted, all humanitarian operations in Gaza and the West Bank may “disintegrate.”

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024

Reform the security council to make the UN’s role stronger and more meaningful

Letters: Christopher Tanner and Willem van Tongeren suggest changes to enable the UN to play a more forceful role in the world, especially when it comes to warhe world

The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2024

Hezbollah battles Israeli forces as Lebanon attacks continue

Israel announces death of several soldiers as UNSC members meet to discuss Iran’s missile attack against Israel.

Al Jazeera · Oct 2, 2024

Israel's Ambassador Calls For Emergency UN Session After Iran Attack

Israel's ambassador to the UN urges for an emergency session at the Security Council after Iran's missile attack, emphasizing self-defense rights and conde...

Turkey Calls On UN To Recommend Use Of Force Over Israeli Attacks In Lebanon, Gaza

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the General Assembly should act 'if the Security Council can't show the necessary will.'

AAP · Sep 26, 2024

New Zealand announces Security Council campaign in 2039

New Zealand has announced it will campaign to join the United Nations Security Council in 15 years' time.

UN Chief Criticizes Security Council For Failure Of Leadership

UN Secretary-General criticizes Security Council's lack of leadership in resolving conflicts, emphasizes unity and adherence to international law for achie...

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2024

White House pledges further $8bn in aid as Zelenskyy visits – as it happened

Ukrainian president says he is grateful for latest funds but it is unclear if he will receive clearance to use US missiles deep into Russia

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2024

Ukraine war briefing: Report of Russian weapons programme in China ‘deeply concerning’, Nato says

White House says China has responsibility to ensure private companies are not providing lethal military aid to Moscow. What we know on day 946

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2024

What to know from the UN: Ukraine doesn't want the world to forget, and attention turns to Lebanon

Sometimes the issues brought forward at the United Nations signature annual meeting may feel a bit familiar. Climate change is always in focus, especially in the past few years. There are regular disputes about who is on the security council. Pleas to stop wars and address hunger.

UN Security Council Reform Debate Heats Up

Learn about the ongoing debate on reforming the UN Security Council to address veto power concerns by P5 members.

South Africa's President Calls For UN Security Council Reform

President Ramaphosa advocates for African representation in the UN Security Council and condemns Israel's actions in Gaza, drawing parallels to apartheid.

UN Sidelined In Israel-Hamas Conflict Mediation Efforts

The UN's role as a mediator in the Israel-Hamas conflict has been sidelined, causing frustration among diplomats. Despite challenges, the UN remains a cruc...

Latin Times · Sep 24, 2024

As Wars Rage, UN's Critics Say Global Body Is Failing Its Mission

Maintaining peace and international security is one of the UN's central missions, but its record has been badly tarnished as bloodshed intensifies in conflicts across the world, including in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan.

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2024

Unversed in UNGA? Stumped by SDGs? Here's a handy glossary of UN General Assembly meeting lingo

The U.N. General Assembly’s yearly meeting of world leaders is here

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