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UN War Crimes Tribunals Continue to Address Legacy Cases, Support National Efforts December 10, 2024 The United Nations’ war crimes tribunals continue to play a crucial role in addressing legacy cases and supporting national efforts to pursue accountability for serious international crimes, according to a recent report by the UN Secretary-General. The International Criminal Tribunal … Read more

World News in Brief: Arrivals surge in South Sudan, the rise of digital media, Haiti crisis update December 10, 2024 South Sudan: Arrivals surge amid ongoing conflict The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is reporting a surge in arrivals in South Sudan, with more than 100,000 people seeking refuge in the country in … Read more

Aid Pledges Provide Vital Lifeline in Humanitarian Emergencies December 10, 2024 In the face of escalating humanitarian emergencies around the globe, a record number of countries have pledged to provide financial aid to support relief efforts. The pledges, made at the annual United Nations pledging conference, will provide vital resources to organizations working to alleviate … Read more

Uprooted Syrians Mulling Return Mustn’t Be Pushed, Says UNHCR December 10, 2024 Geneva — Uprooted Syrians should not be pressured into returning home, but should be allowed to make informed choices based on the latest information about the conditions on the ground, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said Friday. “We understand that many Syrian refugees … Read more

Syria Crisis: Nothing Must Stop Peaceful Transition, Says UN Special Envoy Date: 2024-12-10 12:00 Source: United Nations Summary: The UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, has emphasized the importance of continued efforts toward a peaceful transition in Syria. In a statement released on December 10, 2024, Pedersen urged all parties involved to prioritize the … Read more

Birth Registration Increases, But 150 Million Children Still ‘Invisible’ 10 December 2024 New York – The number of children registered at birth has increased significantly in recent years, but an estimated 150 million children under the age of 5 still remain unregistered, according to a new report released today by the United Nations Children’s Fund … Read more

Syria crisis: Nothing must stop peaceful transition, says UN Special Envoy 2024-12-10 12:00 GENEVA (10 December 2024) – As the twelfth anniversary of the Syrian crisis approaches, UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir O. Pedersen on Friday stressed that nothing can be allowed to derail the search for a peaceful political resolution to the conflict. … Read more

Six Bold Environmental Leaders Named 2024 Champions of the Earth [Location, December 10, 2024] – The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) today announced the winners of its prestigious Champions of the Earth award for 2024, recognizing six individuals whose exceptional efforts have made a significant impact in addressing the world’s environmental challenges. The Champions of … Read more

World News in Brief: Arrivals surge in South Sudan The number of new arrivals in South Sudan has surged in recent weeks, as people flee ongoing violence and food insecurity in the country. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said that more than 100,000 people have arrived in South Sudan since the beginning … Read more

DDG Paugam: Trade is key to food and nutrition security 9 December 2024 Geneva, Switzerland – The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Deputy Director-General, Jean-Marie Paugam, today stressed that trade is key to food and nutrition security, and called for a renewed commitment to the multilateral trading system. Speaking at a side event at the WTO’s … Read more