Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Russian Federation Mariana Katsarova. The Special Rapporteur on human rights in Russia presented a new report to the […]
UN human rights chief welcomes ASEAN declaration on the right to a clean environment
Storm approaches Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (archive). UN human rights chief welcomes ASEAN declaration on the right to a clean environment Human Rights UN High Commissioner for Human Rights […]
Severe water and food shortages persist in Gaza
On the Palestinian side of the Kerem Shalom crossing, more than 300 trucks carrying humanitarian aid were received from Friday to Saturday. Severe water and food shortages persist […]
Independent expert on Belarus presented his report to the UN General Assembly
The capital of Belarus is Minsk, Victory Square. Independent expert on Belarus presented his report to the UN General Assembly Human rights Nils Muižnieks, Special Rapporteur on the […]
One in three programs to combat violence against women has been closed or suspended due to funding cuts
A rape survivor in Mali visits a UN-supported aid center. Due to funding cuts, every third program to combat violence against women has been closed or suspended Women […]
Sudan on the brink of survival: UN calls for urgent help for millions of people
People across Sudan are returning to their communities, even as infrastructure is destroyed and access to basic services is lacking. Sudan on the brink of survival: UN calls […]
A Brazilian chef will treat world leaders to traditional indigenous dishes.
Professional chef and indigenous rights advocate Taina Marajoara. A Brazilian chef will treat world leaders to traditional indigenous dishes. Felipe de Carvalho Culture and Education Professional chef and […]
The UN welcomed the conclusion of the International Court of Justice on humanitarian assistance in the Palestinian territories
UN headquarters in New York. The UN welcomed the conclusion of the International Court of Justice on humanitarian assistance in the Palestinian territories International Law UN Secretary-General Antonio […]
UN Security Council: ceasefire in Gaza must be a step towards sustainable peace in the region
After the ceasefire took effect, the UN and its partners quickly stepped up humanitarian efforts in Gaza. UN Security Council: ceasefire in Gaza must be a step towards […]
The UN calls for increased action to reduce methane emissions
About a third of global warming is due to methane, a component of natural gas. The UN calls for increased action to reduce methane emissions Climate and Environment […]