Force will not secure Middle East peace: UN General Assembly President 2024-12-03 12:00 United Nations, New York – The use of force will not bring peace to the Middle East, the President of the UN General Assembly said on Tuesday. “The use of force has never been and will never be the solution to the … Read more
Gaza: New evacuation order affects more than 2,000 in Khan Younis 2024-12-03 12:00 By [Author’s Name] Khan Younis, Gaza Strip – A new evacuation order has been issued by the Israeli military, affecting more than 2,000 people in the Khan Younis refugee camp in the southern Gaza Strip. The order was issued on Monday, December … Read more
Sudan: UN deplores deadly shelling on Zamzam camp December 3, 2024 The United Nations has condemned the deadly shelling of a camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Sudan’s conflict-ridden Darfur region. The attack, which occurred on December 2, killed at least 20 people and injured dozens more. The Zamzam camp, located in North Darfur, … Read more
UNHCR secures record $1.5 billion in early funding for 2025 Geneva, 3 December 2024 – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) today announced that it has secured a record $1.5 billion in early funding for its operations in 2025. This represents a significant increase from the $1.2 billion received in early funding for … Read more
Security Council: Put young women at the heart of peace and security efforts On 2024-12-03 12:00, the Security Council adopted a resolution calling for the increased participation of young women in peace and security efforts. The resolution recognizes the important role that young women can play in preventing and resolving conflict, and calls on all … Read more
The ‘slow onset, silent killer’: Droughts explained What is a drought? A drought is a period of abnormally low rainfall that can cause a shortage of water. Droughts can be short-term (lasting a few months) or long-term (lasting several years). They can occur anywhere in the world, but they are most common in arid and … Read more
Global Financial Reform Addresses Challenges Facing Developing Nations: UN Deputy Chief December 3, 2024 The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has emphasized the importance of reforming the global financial system to address the challenges faced by developing countries. In a speech to the UN General Assembly, Ms. Mohammed outlined the key principles of the … Read more
Syria Risks Grave Division and Destruction, Security Council Hears December 3, 2024 The Security Council met today to discuss the situation in Syria, with speakers warning that the country faces the risk of further division and destruction if the current conflict is not resolved. UN Special Envoy’s Briefing The meeting was briefed by the UN … Read more
Force Will Not Secure Middle East Peace: UN General Assembly President 2024-12-03 12:00 | United Nations, New York The President of the United Nations General Assembly, Abdulla Shahid, has emphasized that the use of force alone cannot ensure peace and security in the Middle East. In a statement released today, Shahid stressed the need for … Read more
Sudan: UN deplores deadly shelling on Zamzam camp 3 December 2024 KHARTOUM (ILO News) – The United Nations strongly deplores the deadly shelling that hit the Zamzam camp for internally displaced people (IDPs) in Central Darfur, Sudan, on Saturday, 30 November. The attack, which was reportedly carried out by unidentified armed men, resulted in the … Read more