In U.N. vote, countries show willingness to move away from fossil fuels
The UN calls for immediate global action to phase out fossil fuels as part of the Pact of the Future, addressing climate change concerns.
Pacific island nations are in 'grave danger,' due to rising sea levels, UN chief says
The U.N. warns that accelerating sea level rise poses a severe threat to vulnerable Pacific island nations.
World paying terrible price' for climate inaction, UN's Guterres warns
Current policies will lead to more than 3 degrees Celsius global warming by century's end, signaling urgent action needed to avoid disaster.
For the first time ever, Taliban reps were invited to the big U.N. climate conference
Afghanistan's participation in COP29 symbolizes a potential step towards international cooperation on climate issues despite Taliban's non-recognition.
Carbon emissions increase again in 2024 as Earth races toward 1.5 degree warming threshold
Global carbon emissions are projected to reach 41.2 billion tons in 2024, necessitating a 42% cut by 2030 to limit warming.
Over 1,700 coal, oil and gas lobbyists granted access to Cop29, says report
The overwhelming presence of fossil fuel lobbyists at Cop29 undermines climate negotiations.
In U.N. vote, countries show willingness to move away from fossil fuels
The UN calls for immediate global action to phase out fossil fuels as part of the Pact of the Future, addressing climate change concerns.
Pacific island nations are in 'grave danger,' due to rising sea levels, UN chief says
The U.N. warns that accelerating sea level rise poses a severe threat to vulnerable Pacific island nations.
World paying terrible price' for climate inaction, UN's Guterres warns
Current policies will lead to more than 3 degrees Celsius global warming by century's end, signaling urgent action needed to avoid disaster.
For the first time ever, Taliban reps were invited to the big U.N. climate conference
Afghanistan's participation in COP29 symbolizes a potential step towards international cooperation on climate issues despite Taliban's non-recognition.
Carbon emissions increase again in 2024 as Earth races toward 1.5 degree warming threshold
Global carbon emissions are projected to reach 41.2 billion tons in 2024, necessitating a 42% cut by 2030 to limit warming.
Over 1,700 coal, oil and gas lobbyists granted access to Cop29, says report
The overwhelming presence of fossil fuel lobbyists at Cop29 undermines climate negotiations.
U.S. Vetoes Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution at U.N. Security Council
The US vetoed a UN cease-fire resolution due to its lack of conditions for hostages' release, defining the critical link between cease-fire and hostage issue.
US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza because there's no link to a hostage release
The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution for a cease-fire in Gaza, linking it to hostage release issues.
U.S. Vetoes Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution at U.N. Security Council
The US vetoed a UN cease-fire resolution due to its lack of conditions for hostages' release, defining the critical link between cease-fire and hostage issue.
US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza because there's no link to a hostage release
The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution for a cease-fire in Gaza, linking it to hostage release issues.
Israel is a rogue nation. It should be removed from the United Nations | Mehdi Hasan
Israel's government has escalated its conflict with the UN through violent acts and aggressive statements, posing serious questions over legality and international response.
Cisco wants United Nations to revisit cyber crime Convention
Cisco critiques the United Nations' Convention against cyber crime for being overly broad and potentially harmful to citizens' rights and cybersecurity research.
Column | World leaders gather at a U.N. desperate to save itself
The U.N. is struggling to address escalating global conflicts and demonstrate effective governance.
US still backs UN cyber pact, but final approval awaits human rights safeguards
The U.S. supports a UN cybercrime treaty contingent on ensuring human rights safeguards provided by other nations.
UN Special Rapporteur Recommends Unseating Israel From UN Over Genocide in Gaza
Francesca Albanese claims Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians, urging U.N. action against Israel for its violations and systemic violence in Gaza.
U.N. Body Demands Israel End Its Unlawful Presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory'
The UN General Assembly called for an end to Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, reflecting rising global criticism.
Israel is a rogue nation. It should be removed from the United Nations | Mehdi Hasan
Israel's government has escalated its conflict with the UN through violent acts and aggressive statements, posing serious questions over legality and international response.
Cisco wants United Nations to revisit cyber crime Convention
Cisco critiques the United Nations' Convention against cyber crime for being overly broad and potentially harmful to citizens' rights and cybersecurity research.
Column | World leaders gather at a U.N. desperate to save itself
The U.N. is struggling to address escalating global conflicts and demonstrate effective governance.
US still backs UN cyber pact, but final approval awaits human rights safeguards
The U.S. supports a UN cybercrime treaty contingent on ensuring human rights safeguards provided by other nations.
UN Special Rapporteur Recommends Unseating Israel From UN Over Genocide in Gaza
Francesca Albanese claims Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians, urging U.N. action against Israel for its violations and systemic violence in Gaza.
U.N. Body Demands Israel End Its Unlawful Presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory'
The UN General Assembly called for an end to Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, reflecting rising global criticism.
Netanyahu defies calls for a cease-fire at the U.N., as Israel strikes Lebanon
Netanyahu declared Israel is 'winning' and vowed to counter Iran, highlighting tensions at the U.N. amidst accusations of war crimes.
U.N. fires 9 more staffers over potential involvement in Oct. 7 attack on Israel
The United Nations fired additional UNRWA staff members over suspected involvement in the Hamas-led attack against Israel.
Lebanon's Prime Minister Calls for U.N. Resolution on an Immediate' Cease-Fire
Lebanon seeks U.N. intervention for a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah amidst escalating violence and humanitarian crisis.
UN inquiry accuses Israel of crime of extermination' in Gaza
Israel has been found committing war crimes and crimes against humanity through deliberate attacks on healthcare in Gaza during its conflict with Hamas.
Israel Declares U.N. Chief Antonio Guterres Persona Non Grata
Israel has barred UN Secretary-General Guterres from entering the country due to his perceived failure to condemn Iran's aggression.
The diplomatic relations between Israel and the UN are strained, particularly following recent attacks related to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
Anti-Israel protesters menacingly chant 'We're gonna get you' outside Netanyahu's NYC hotel
Protesters in New York expressed intense opposition towards Netanyahu's visit, showcasing rising tensions around Israel's military actions in Gaza.
Netanyahu defies calls for a cease-fire at the U.N., as Israel strikes Lebanon
Netanyahu declared Israel is 'winning' and vowed to counter Iran, highlighting tensions at the U.N. amidst accusations of war crimes.
U.N. fires 9 more staffers over potential involvement in Oct. 7 attack on Israel
The United Nations fired additional UNRWA staff members over suspected involvement in the Hamas-led attack against Israel.
Lebanon's Prime Minister Calls for U.N. Resolution on an Immediate' Cease-Fire
Lebanon seeks U.N. intervention for a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah amidst escalating violence and humanitarian crisis.
UN inquiry accuses Israel of crime of extermination' in Gaza
Israel has been found committing war crimes and crimes against humanity through deliberate attacks on healthcare in Gaza during its conflict with Hamas.
Israel Declares U.N. Chief Antonio Guterres Persona Non Grata
Israel has barred UN Secretary-General Guterres from entering the country due to his perceived failure to condemn Iran's aggression.
The diplomatic relations between Israel and the UN are strained, particularly following recent attacks related to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
Anti-Israel protesters menacingly chant 'We're gonna get you' outside Netanyahu's NYC hotel
Protesters in New York expressed intense opposition towards Netanyahu's visit, showcasing rising tensions around Israel's military actions in Gaza.
'A big, big win': plan to pay for wildlife conservation emerges at biodiversity summit
Negotiators at the recent summit made progress on conservation funding through a voluntary agreement for companies to pay for profits derived from digital genetic information.
UN plastic pollution treaty must not ignore the scourge of microplastics
The UN treaty on plastic pollution aims to eliminate plastic pollution while protecting human and environmental health.
'A big, big win': plan to pay for wildlife conservation emerges at biodiversity summit
Negotiators at the recent summit made progress on conservation funding through a voluntary agreement for companies to pay for profits derived from digital genetic information.
UN plastic pollution treaty must not ignore the scourge of microplastics
The UN treaty on plastic pollution aims to eliminate plastic pollution while protecting human and environmental health.
Haiti: UN warns of rising gang violence spreading 'terror' DW 10/23/2024
Gang violence in Haiti is escalating despite international support efforts, leading to increased kidnappings and a humanitarian crisis.
U.S. Tries to End War in Lebanon That Biden Envoy Calls Out of Control'
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated significantly, leading to calls for increased international intervention and addressing the humanitarian crisis.
Escalation in the Middle East Looms Over the General Assembly Meeting
The UN General Assembly met amidst escalating violence in the Israel-Hamas conflict, with urgent calls for peace negotiations that have yet to yield results.
Conflict-induced famine, hunger deaths likely in Gaza, Sudan in months: UN
Several countries are on the brink of severe hunger, with conflict as a major driver of acute food insecurity.
U.N. Meets Amid a Backdrop of Growing Chaos and Violence
The UN faces increasing challenges in resolving escalating global conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan.
UN says a record number of aid workers were killed in 2023 and this year's figures are also high
Record aid worker fatalities in 2023, with more than double the previous deaths, raising concerns for 2024's increasing violence.
Haiti: UN warns of rising gang violence spreading 'terror' DW 10/23/2024
Gang violence in Haiti is escalating despite international support efforts, leading to increased kidnappings and a humanitarian crisis.
U.S. Tries to End War in Lebanon That Biden Envoy Calls Out of Control'
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated significantly, leading to calls for increased international intervention and addressing the humanitarian crisis.
Escalation in the Middle East Looms Over the General Assembly Meeting
The UN General Assembly met amidst escalating violence in the Israel-Hamas conflict, with urgent calls for peace negotiations that have yet to yield results.
Conflict-induced famine, hunger deaths likely in Gaza, Sudan in months: UN
Several countries are on the brink of severe hunger, with conflict as a major driver of acute food insecurity.
U.N. Meets Amid a Backdrop of Growing Chaos and Violence
The UN faces increasing challenges in resolving escalating global conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan.
UN says a record number of aid workers were killed in 2023 and this year's figures are also high
Record aid worker fatalities in 2023, with more than double the previous deaths, raising concerns for 2024's increasing violence.
Wednesday Briefing: The U.N. General Assembly Convenes
World leaders emphasized the urgent need for cooperation to address global conflicts during the UN General Assembly.
What does the increasing recognition of Palestinian statehood mean?
Norway, Ireland, and Spain recognize independent Palestinian state before peace process end.
Latest Midtown protest over Middle East conflict leaves dozens arrested, demonstrators angry over NYPD's actions | amNewYork
Protesters criticized the NYPD and the United Nations during a demonstration against Israel's actions in Lebanon, highlighting ongoing global inaction.
Why Netanyahu Won't Cease Fire
Netanyahu justified expanding the conflict from Gaza to Lebanon by framing it as a moral choice between peace and terror, referencing Biblical teachings.
Wednesday Briefing: The U.N. General Assembly Convenes
World leaders emphasized the urgent need for cooperation to address global conflicts during the UN General Assembly.
What does the increasing recognition of Palestinian statehood mean?
Norway, Ireland, and Spain recognize independent Palestinian state before peace process end.
Latest Midtown protest over Middle East conflict leaves dozens arrested, demonstrators angry over NYPD's actions | amNewYork
Protesters criticized the NYPD and the United Nations during a demonstration against Israel's actions in Lebanon, highlighting ongoing global inaction.
Why Netanyahu Won't Cease Fire
Netanyahu justified expanding the conflict from Gaza to Lebanon by framing it as a moral choice between peace and terror, referencing Biblical teachings.
In a tumultuous world, we rely on the United Nations more than ever but it is failing | Jamal Benomar
The UN is struggling to effectively mediate current global conflicts, raising doubts about its future effectiveness.
Wednesday Briefing: The U.N. General Assembly Convenes
Global conflicts overshadow discussions at the UN General Assembly, with leaders addressing the urgent need for resolutions in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan.
U.N. General Assembly 2024 Live: Biden to Deliver Speech
The 79th United Nations General Assembly focuses on global conflicts, with leaders calling for cease-fires in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan.
In a tumultuous world, we rely on the United Nations more than ever but it is failing | Jamal Benomar
The UN is struggling to effectively mediate current global conflicts, raising doubts about its future effectiveness.
Wednesday Briefing: The U.N. General Assembly Convenes
Global conflicts overshadow discussions at the UN General Assembly, with leaders addressing the urgent need for resolutions in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan.
U.N. General Assembly 2024 Live: Biden to Deliver Speech
The 79th United Nations General Assembly focuses on global conflicts, with leaders calling for cease-fires in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan.
Behind the loudest issues, the UN is a world stage for disputes that are often out of the spotlight
The UN General Assembly showcased diverse global issues, emphasizing peaceful resolutions over violent conflicts as demonstrated by Guatemala's approach to its dispute with Belize.
United States Backs Africa's U.N. Security Council Bid, With a Catch
The U.S. supports two permanent seats for African countries on the U.N. Security Council, but significant hurdles remain for achieving this change.
Behind the loudest issues, the UN is a world stage for disputes that are often out of the spotlight
The UN General Assembly showcased diverse global issues, emphasizing peaceful resolutions over violent conflicts as demonstrated by Guatemala's approach to its dispute with Belize.
United States Backs Africa's U.N. Security Council Bid, With a Catch
The U.S. supports two permanent seats for African countries on the U.N. Security Council, but significant hurdles remain for achieving this change.
U.N. General Assembly 2024 Live: Zelensky to Address World Leaders
Zelensky emphasizes the urgency of international action against Russia during his U.N. address amid global crises.
The United Nations is pointless, toothless and morally corrupt
Erdogan's remarks at the UN highlight the irony of authoritarian leaders criticizing global institutions while suppressing dissent in their own countries.
U.N. General Assembly 2024 Live: Zelensky to Address World Leaders
Zelensky emphasizes the urgency of international action against Russia during his U.N. address amid global crises.
The United Nations is pointless, toothless and morally corrupt
Erdogan's remarks at the UN highlight the irony of authoritarian leaders criticizing global institutions while suppressing dissent in their own countries.
Biden tells UN we cannot grow weary' in Ukraine's defence in valedictory speech
Biden's speech at the UN emphasizes the need for persistent support in conflicts, advocating for peace and humanitarian concerns amid ongoing global tensions.
Biden Warned the World Is at an Inflection Point'
Biden's UN address stressed the need for global unity and warned against the dangers of isolationism, essential for sustaining progress.
Biden tells UN we cannot grow weary' in Ukraine's defence in valedictory speech
Biden's speech at the UN emphasizes the need for persistent support in conflicts, advocating for peace and humanitarian concerns amid ongoing global tensions.
Biden Warned the World Is at an Inflection Point'
Biden's UN address stressed the need for global unity and warned against the dangers of isolationism, essential for sustaining progress.
UN head slams Security Council for failure to end Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine wars
The Security Council is deemed outdated and ineffective by Antonio Guterres, especially regarding its handling of conflicts like the war on Gaza.
Head of United Nations calls global situation unsustainable' as annual meeting of leaders opens
The world faces significant challenges, including geopolitical conflict and inequality, but these issues are deemed solvable by leaders like Antonio Guterres.
UN head slams Security Council for failure to end Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine wars
The Security Council is deemed outdated and ineffective by Antonio Guterres, especially regarding its handling of conflicts like the war on Gaza.
Head of United Nations calls global situation unsustainable' as annual meeting of leaders opens
The world faces significant challenges, including geopolitical conflict and inequality, but these issues are deemed solvable by leaders like Antonio Guterres.
The United Nations Wants to Treat AI With the Same Urgency as Climate Change
The UN proposes a global effort to monitor and govern artificial intelligence, involving all member states to discuss risks and create strategies for responsible use.
UN reform plan adopted despite Russian opposition DW 09/22/2024
The Pact for the Future aims to reform the UN and enhance international cooperation amid contemporary global challenges.
The United Nations Wants to Treat AI With the Same Urgency as Climate Change
The UN proposes a global effort to monitor and govern artificial intelligence, involving all member states to discuss risks and create strategies for responsible use.
UN reform plan adopted despite Russian opposition DW 09/22/2024
The Pact for the Future aims to reform the UN and enhance international cooperation amid contemporary global challenges.
Op-Ed | It's more than traffic: The United Nations brings economic benefits to New York City | amNewYork
The United Nations General Assembly brings significant economic benefits to New York City, creating jobs and supporting local businesses during High-Level Week.
AI could be taken over by a few multinationals, warns UN
The UN recommends a global dialogue and funding to manage AI governance risks effectively.
Civilian objects should not be weaponised': UN chief on Lebanon blasts
Civilian objects, like communication devices, must not be weaponized to prevent casualties and escalation in conflict zones.
A message from American businesses: Don't walk away from the UN
The UN plays a critical role in supporting American businesses and enabling international connections.
The U.S. is advocating for an expansion of the UN Security Council to include more permanent members, especially from Africa.
U.N. Panel Calls for International Peacekeeping Force in Sudan
The UN calls for a peacekeeping force in Sudan amidst a humanitarian crisis due to civil war.
International arms supplies contribute to human rights violations in Sudan, warranting global accountability.
Trump Claims He Wanted to Appoint Ivanka to Be United Nations Secretary'
Trump desired to appoint Ivanka Trump as U.N. Secretary, though such a position is not appointed by the U.S. President.
UN committee slams UK over racism, incitement affecting minorities
The UN committee urges the UK to tackle rising hate speech and institutional racism following summer riots fueled by misinformation.
Today in History: August 21, Nat Turner launches rebellion
Nat Turner's rebellion on August 21, 1831, was a key historical event highlighting the violent struggle against slavery.
Exiles on hunger strike at the UN: We came to give our lives for Venezuela, we did not come to let ourselves die'
Franklin Gomez, Daniel Prado, and Oswaldo de los Santos continue their hunger strike in front of the UN to demand a democratic Venezuela.
UN urges immediate' action for victims allegedly tortured by Chicago police
United Nations experts call for action to address police torture scandal in Chicago.
A UN resolution can help us, survivors, fight Srebrenica genocide denial
The United Nations General Assembly is set to vote on designating July 11 as the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 genocide in Srebrenica, emphasizing the importance of countering genocide denial and preserving the memory of the victims.
Why the U.N. revised the numbers of women and children killed in Gaza
The United Nations revised down its tally of women and children killed in the Gaza Strip due to incomplete identification, but maintains the reliability of the overall death toll reported by Gaza's Health Ministry.
Strike kills U.N. aid worker, injures another in southern Gaza
The need for protection of humanitarian workers, as emphasized by the United Nations Secretary-General.
The Famine Developing in Gaza Follows a Clear Pattern
Famines can be viewed as complex systems with underlying patterns, involving severe pressure, self-reinforcing dynamics, and rebalancing.
China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza
China and Indonesia jointly call for a cease-fire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution.