New COVID wave a reminder pandemic is ‘far from over’: Guterres
Governments and pharmaceutical companies need to work together in a better way, to deliver vaccines “to every person, everywhere” – not simply in the wealthiest […]
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Ukraine: UN relief chief joins call for probe after ‘horrifying’ visit to Bucha
The UN’s top humanitarian official has joined the call for an investigation into the killing of hundreds of civilians in Bucha, Ukraine, following a visit […]
Ukraine war linked to ‘massive malnutrition crisis’ affecting millions in other emergencies
The war in Ukraine has increased the risk of a “massive malnutrition crisis” for millions of children in other emergencies because of its already huge […]
World Health Day: Take climate action, take care of each other
An urgent call to protect health and mitigate the climate crisis was issued by the UN health agency on Wednesday, to mark World Health Day […]
28 years after the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, ‘stain of shame endures’
The UN paid tribute on Thursday to the one million people who were murdered in 100 days during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in […]
UN chief welcomes new Somali mission, lauds work of African Union
The UN chief issued a statement on Wednesday welcoming the transition to a new African Union (AU) mission in Somalia, pledging the Organization’s “unwavering commitment” […]
Cyprus: Rights experts call for urgent solutions for missing persons tragedy
A top UN-appointed human rights panel issued an appeal on Tuesday for faster progress towards finding the remains of those who disappeared during deadly violence […]
Oman now 100th country to ratify Maritime Labour Convention
Oman has become the 100th country to ratify a 2006 treaty that protects the rights, pay and conditions of seafarers – a milestone that was commemorated […]
The dangers of defending women accused of sorcery in Papua New Guinea
In Papua New Guinea, defending women accused of sorcery, has become a life-threatening occupation. The UN and European Union run Spotlight Initiative, is promoting legislation […]
The dangers of defending women accused of sorcery in Papua New Guinea
In Papua New Guinea, defending women accused of sorcery, has become a life-threatening occupation. The UN and European Union run Spotlight Initiative, is promoting legislation […]