Syria: Mine casualties persist as UN partners scale up clearance operations 17 February 2025 AMMAN – As the conflict in Syria enters its 15th year, landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) continue to pose a major threat to civilians, with new casualties reported on a regular basis. According to the United Nations Mine Action … Read more
Humanitarians Underscore Need for Urgent and Sustained Support in Gaza 2025-02-17 12:00 | Gaza, Palestine Humanitarian organizations working in the Gaza Strip are calling for urgent and sustained support to address the ongoing crisis in the territory. The organizations, including the United Nations, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and Oxfam, released a … Read more
UN Launches $6 Billion Sudan Appeal as Famine Takes Hold February 17, 2025 Khartoum, Sudan – The United Nations has launched a $6 billion appeal for humanitarian aid to Sudan, as the country faces a devastating famine. According to the UN, more than 8 million people in Sudan are facing severe hunger and an estimated … Read more
DR Congo crisis: WFP condemns looting in Bukavu after M23 rebels take key city February 17, 2025 The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has condemned the looting of its warehouses in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), after M23 rebels took control of the city on Tuesday. “We are deeply concerned about the … Read more
Sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine paramount, Security Council hears 17 February 2025 New York – The sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine must be respected, members of the Security Council stressed during a meeting on Thursday to discuss the ongoing conflict in the country. The meeting was convened at the request of Ukraine, which … Read more
Asia-Pacific Falling Behind on Sustainable Development and Climate Targets February 17, 2025 Region Faces Significant Challenges in Meeting Global Goals The Asia-Pacific region is facing significant challenges in meeting its sustainable development and climate targets, according to a new report released by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). Key … Read more
UN Launches $6 Billion Sudan Appeal as Famine Takes Hold February 17, 2025 Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations has launched a $6 billion appeal for Sudan, warning that the country is facing a severe famine that could affect up to 25 million people. The appeal comes as the UN estimates that the number of … Read more
DR Congo Crisis: WFP Condemns Looting in Bukavu After M23 Rebels Take Key City February 17, 2025 Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has strongly condemned the looting and violence that followed the capture of Bukavu, a major city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), by the … Read more
UN Chief Welcomes Continued Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release 16 February 2025 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has welcomed the continued ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of a hostage by Palestinian militants. The ceasefire, brokered by Egypt, went into effect on May 21, 2023, after months of escalating violence between Israel and … Read more
UN chief welcomes continued Gaza ceasefire and hostage release 2025-02-16 12:00 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has welcomed the continued ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of a hostage held by Hamas. In a statement issued by his Spokesperson, the Secretary-General said he was “encouraged” by the continued calm in Gaza and urged … Read more