Global education must integrate AI, centred on humanity
Marking the International Day of Education, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized learning as a basic human right and foundation for individual and societal growth.
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Guterres voices alarm over M23 rebel offensive in DR Congo, ‘devastating toll’ on civilians
The UN chief on Thursday expressed alarm over a renewed offensive by M23 rebels in recent days in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) which is taking a “devastating toll” on civilians.
‘We must be there for them now’ says UN relief chief, highlighting plight of Gaza’s children
In a rare moment of cautious optimism, UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher addressed the Security Council on the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza on Thursday, emphasizing the plight of children who have borne the brunt of the conflict.
UN scales up humanitarian response in Gaza as ceasefire offers respite
The ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza is providing a critical window of relief for Palestinians in the war-torn enclave, as UN agencies ramp up the delivery of life-saving humanitarian assistance.
UN to strengthen cooperation with League of Arab States
The United Nations and the League of Arab States are deepening their collaboration to tackle critical peace and security challenges in the Middle East and beyond, a senior UN political affairs official told the Security Council on Thursday.
Afghanistan: ICC seeks arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over gender-based persecution
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has taken an historic step towards addressing the “unacceptable” systemic repression of Afghan women, girls and LGBTQI+ individuals by the Taliban.
Middle East crisis: Live updates for 23 January
The Security Council will be meeting this afternoon in New York to discuss the life-threatening dangers faced by Palestinian children – thousands of whom have been killed during the war in Gaza. Join us for live coverage as well as updates from our colleagues on the ground throughout the region, including Lebanon and Syria. App users can follow here.
Georgia: Malaria-free certification ‘a huge milestone worth marking’
The country of Georgia has been certified malaria-free following a nearly century-long fight to combat the disease, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday.
Support for Haiti needed now ‘more than ever’, Security Council hears
Haiti is showing signs of progress on the political front despite serious setbacks in terms of security, the Special Representative and Head of the UN office in the country, BINUH, told the Security Council on Wednesday.
World News in Brief: Gaza aid surge, El Fasher update, aid to Somalia, justice in Belarus
The UN and partners are “seizing every opportunity” provided by the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip to support civilians, providing a surge in aid alongside storage capacity, repair work, lifesaving services and damage assessments.
Myanmar crisis: Civilians killed in airstrikes as Rohingya risk dangerous journeys
The security situation in Myanmar continues to remain highly volatile, with intensified airstrikes across multiple regions leading to dozens of civilian casualties, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on Wednesday.
In Syria, top UN envoy highlights international backing for political transition
The UN Special Envoy for Syria on Wednesday emphasized the strong international consensus that is emerging in support of the country’s political transition since the fall of the Assad regime last month.