Peace and Security,Gaza: No let-up in Israeli military offensive, situation ‘only getting worse’

Gaza: No let-up in Israeli military offensive, situation ‘only getting worse’ October 28, 2024 Gaza City, Occupied Palestinian Territories – The Israeli military offensive in the Gaza Strip continues unabated, with no let-up in airstrikes and ground incursions. The situation in the besieged enclave is deteriorating rapidly, with hospitals overwhelmed and civilians trapped in their … Read more

Middle East,Lazzarini: Israeli Knesset vote on UNRWA will deepen Palestinian suffering

Lazzarini: Israeli Knesset vote on UNRWA will deepen Palestinian suffering 2024-10-28 12:00 The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), Filippo Grandi, has said that a vote by the Israeli Knesset to cut funding to the agency will deepen the suffering of Palestinian refugees. The … Read more

Human Rights,France: Hijab ban during sports, ‘discriminatory and must be reversed’ say experts

France: Hijab Ban During Sports, ‘Discriminatory and Must Be Reversed’ Say Experts Date: 2024-10-28 12:00 Introduction: The French government’s ban on wearing the hijab in sports has sparked widespread criticism from human rights experts, who have condemned it as “discriminatory” and “a violation of religious freedom.” Background: In September 2023, the French government announced that … Read more

Climate Change,UN official urges more ambitious, credible climate action plans

UN Official Urges More Ambitious, Credible Climate Action Plans October 28, 2024 Paris, France – At the opening of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), called on governments to submit more ambitious and credible climate action plans. “The clock is ticking,” … Read more

Climate Change,Greenhouse gases surged to new highs in 2023, warns UN weather agency

Greenhouse Gases Surged to New Highs in 2023, Warns UN Weather Agency October 28, 2024 The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning in its annual greenhouse gas bulletin, released today. The report reveals that concentrations of the three main greenhouse gases – carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) – … Read more

Africa,Sudan trapped in a ‘nightmare of violence’, UN chief tells Security Council

Sudan Trapped in a ‘Nightmare of Violence’, UN Chief Tells Security Council October 28, 2024 New York, UN: UN Secretary-General António Guterres has painted a grim picture of Sudan’s current situation, describing it as a “nightmare of violence” at a Security Council meeting on Friday. “Sudan is facing a grave and complex crisis that has … Read more

Top Stories,UN chief ‘shocked’ at harrowing death and destruction in north Gaza

UN Chief ‘Shocked’ at Harrowing Death and Destruction in North Gaza October 27, 2024 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed shock and outrage over the harrowing death and destruction witnessed in northern Gaza following a recent escalation in violence. During a visit to the devastated area, Guterres said, “I am deeply shocked by the … Read more

Peace and Security,UN chief ‘shocked’ at harrowing death and destruction in north Gaza

UN Chief ‘Shocked’ at Harrowing Death and Destruction in North Gaza October 27, 2024 New York, NY – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed shock and condemnation over the devastating death and destruction witnessed in the northern Gaza Strip following the latest round of violence between Israel and Palestinian militants. During a visit to … Read more

Middle East,UN chief ‘shocked’ at harrowing death and destruction in north Gaza

UN chief ‘shocked’ at harrowing death and destruction in north Gaza 2024-10-27 12:00 Middle East UNITED NATIONS, Oct 27 (NNN-AGENCIES) – UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed shock and outrage at the death toll and destruction caused by Israeli airstrikes in north Gaza. The strikes, which began on Tuesday, killed at least 15 people and … Read more