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The devastation of the mid-20th century left an indelible mark on the world, with the horrors of World War II yielding over 70 million deaths, approximately 3% of the global population of 2.3 billion in 1940. The Soviet Union and the Republic of China together accounted for more than
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Over 40 leading public health organisations and individuals are urging the Australian Government to use its influence to push for an ambitious global response to address growing rates of chronic, often preventable diseases including cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and poor mental health. The first United Nations meeting to be held
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China celebrated the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War on September 3, 2025, highlighting its commitment to peaceful development and international obligations. Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of choosing between peace and
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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed profound sadness and solidarity with the people of Pakistan following the devastating floods in northern Pakistan, which have left over 400 people dead and impacting around 1.5 million. The disaster, driven by severe monsoon conditions, has been exacerbated by climate change, affecting hundreds
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The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) has joined the international community in calling on President Trump to rescind the decision to deny visas to Palestinian officials seeking to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80). The session, scheduled to begin on September 9, 2025, and
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The People's Republic of China marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, a turning point in the 20th century that gave rise to an international order centered around the United Nations. China was the first to ignite the flames of resistance in the
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Global health leaders are convening at the UN High Level Meeting on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) on 25 September in New York, with over 40 public health organizations urging Australian leaders to push for a strong global response to address the growing rates of chronic diseases. The burden of NCDs falls
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The European Union has called on Washington to reverse its decision to block visas for Palestinian officials hoping to attend next month's UN General Assembly in New York. This move, critics argue, breaches international obligations and constitutes a breach of international law. The headquarters agreement between the UN
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In North Darfur, women and girls in El Fasher have been enduring a relentless siege for over 500 days, facing starvation, indiscriminate bombardment, and grave violations of international law. The United Nations has recorded at least 125 civilian deaths, including summary executions, with the actual death toll likely higher. Since
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United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin's planned visit to Cyprus was postponed due to an "unforeseen issue," a UN peacekeeping force spokesman confirmed. The visit was expected to take place on Monday, where Holguin would hold meetings with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar and President Nikos
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Security forces affiliated with the Houthi rebels in Yemen raided the offices of several UN agencies, including the World Food Program, World Health Organization, and UNICEF, in the capital city of Sanaa on Sunday. At least 11 UN employees were detained in the raids, which were conducted in response to
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the arbitrary detention of at least 11 staff members in Yemen by the de facto Houthi authorities. The Houthis entered the premises of the World Food Programme (WFP) in the capital, Sana'a, and seized UN property, attempting to enter other UN
