United Nations
United Nations 2 Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Assistant Secretary-General Marta Pobee briefed the Security Council on the urgent need to adapt UN peace operations to foster political solutions in conflict zones. They emphasized the importance of Council unity and sustained political engagement to realize the potential of peace operations. The
United Nations
The international community has seen a significant shift in the recognition of the state of Palestine, with major powers like France and the UK taking steps towards acknowledging the Palestinian people's inalienable right to statehood. This development could pave the way for Australia, which has been inching closer
United Nations
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has urged the international community to recognize Palestine as a sovereign state and grant it full membership in the United Nations. Speaking at a high-level conference at the UN, Dar strongly condemned the Israeli blockade of Gaza and the deliberate targeting of
United Nations
Global hunger has decreased, with an estimated 673 million people experiencing hunger in 2024, down from 8.5 percent in 2023 and 8.7 percent in 2022, according to the United Nations (UN) report, The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI 2025). However, progress was not
United Nations
China is willing to work with the UN to promote bridging the North-South digital divide and development gap, and promote balanced development in the international community. The country has continued to increase investment in digital economy, digital infrastructure, and artificial intelligence talent cultivation, achieving remarkable results. The UN and China
United Nations
At least 49 civilians, including nine children, were killed in a brutal attack by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) on civilians in Komanda town, Irumu territory, Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The attack, which occurred on the night of 26 to 27 July, also resulted in
United Nations
As the Gaza death toll surpassed 60,000, the world is facing a humanitarian catastrophe of epic proportions. The International Committee of the Red Cross has warned of a looming famine, with warnings of starvation deaths rising exponentially. Despite international pressure, aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip remain woefully inadequate,
United Nations
The Security Council debate highlighted the urgent need for a ceasefire as attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure have led to a sharp deterioration of the humanitarian situation since June 20. Senior UN officials emphasized the danger of continued escalation and the imperative of achieving a peaceful settlement. Key Takeaways:
United Nations
Ethiopia has emerged as a frontrunner in turning United Nations food system recommendations into action, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) stating that the country has taken bold steps to align its national food policies with the UN's food systems transformation agenda. Since the first Food Systems Summit
United Nations
The World Health Organization (WHO) and Noora Health have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen global support for family caregivers, a crucial component of health systems. This strategic collaboration addresses the growing recognition of families' vital role in delivering care across the life course. The partnership
United Nations
This year's The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report highlights that an estimated 8.2 percent of the global population, or about 673 million people, experienced hunger in 2024, down from 8.5 percent in 2023 and 8.7 percent in 2022. However, progress
United Nations
As the global landscape continues to undergo significant changes, senior officials from the United Nations emphasized that peace operations remain a crucial instrument for conflict resolution and the protection of civilians worldwide. Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Assistant Secretary-General Marta Pobee briefed the Security Council on the need for renewed political
