“Countering Islamophobia is not just about protecting one religious community. It’s about protecting our common humanity.” UN Secretary General calls for countering ‘growing wave of hatred against Muslims’ […]
From blog to global stage: Nigerian human rights activist calls for action to protect women
Nigerian human rights activist Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. From blog to global stage: Nigerian human rights activist calls for action to protect women Women Nigerian human rights activist Oluwaseun […]
UN: Afghanistan’s isolation increases risks for regional and global security
Georgette Gagnon speaks at a UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Afghanistan. UN: Afghanistan’s isolation increases risks for regional and global security Peace and Security Afghanistan […]
Top news of the day | Monday: Middle East, South Sudan, Gaza, women
Patients at a hospital in Akobo, South Sudan. Top news of the day | Monday: Middle East, South Sudan, Gaza, women UN The main news of the day […]
Cases of sexual violence against children nearly doubled globally between 2021 and 2024
Since 2000, thanks to the efforts of the UN, more than 210 thousand children and adolescents have been released from armies and armed groups. Cases of sexual violence […]
The UN celebrated International Women’s Day and opened a session of the Commission on the Status of Women
Michelle Williams, Grammy Award winner and Broadway performer, performs at the UN General Assembly Hall during International Women’s Day 2026 celebrations. The UN celebrated International Women’s Day and […]
Top news of the day | Thursday: Middle East, crime, inequality, disarmament
Humanitarian assistance in Mount Lebanon province east of the capital Beirut. Top news of the day | Thursday: Middle East, crime, inequality, disarmament UN The main news of […]
Middle East: More shocks, rising displacement and threats to health systems
Consequences of airstrikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Middle East: More shocks, rising displacement and threats to health systems Peace and Security The fighting in the Middle […]
The Security Council discussed energy, critical minerals and security issues
UN Deputy Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo speaks at a meeting of the UN Security Council. The Security Council discussed energy, critical minerals and security issues Peace and Security The […]
More than 6,400 Ukrainians received necessary treatment abroad with WHO support
A hospital in Kiev, Ukraine, remains closed after being hit by a missile attack. More than 6,400 Ukrainians received necessary treatment abroad with WHO support Humanitarian Aid Since […]