A series of US and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory led to widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure. Iran fact-finding mission calls for investigation into possible violations of international […]
UN chief welcomes ceasefire between US and Iran
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UN warns of humanitarian and economic consequences of war in the Middle East
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UN human rights chief warns of growing repression and restrictions on freedom of speech in the Middle East
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Humanitarian crisis in the Middle East: a threat to global food supplies
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Escalating conflict in the Middle East wipes out a year of economic growth in the Arab region
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UN mine action expert warns of new threats in Strait of Hormuz
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Situation in Iran: emergency meeting of the UN Security Council
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UN Human Rights Office: Iranian people’s demands must be heard
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