UNICEF alert over ‘sickening’ levels of sexual violence in eastern DR Congo
Reports of gender-based violence (GBV) against girls and women there have increased by 37 per cent during the first three months of the year, compared to the same period a…
‘Weak and insufficient’ progress made towards disaster risk reduction
Countries met to review progress on implementing the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction – a landmark 2015 agreement to reduce damage, losses and deaths from natural and man-made hazards…
Despite gains, Iraq has not yet ‘turned the corner’, Security Council hears
“Now is not the time to be complacent, or to take for granted that Iraq has turned a corner,” said the UN Special Representative for Iraq Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert. Achievements range…
Children bearing the brunt of Afghanistan crisis: UNICEF
“Because, in what is a deeply troubled country – grappling with humanitarian catastrophe, climate related disasters, and egregious human rights abuses – too many people have forgotten that Afghanistan is…
Ukrainian civilians subject to ‘unbearable routine’ of Russian attack
Adedeji Ebo was briefing the Security Council on the issue of Western weapons supplies to Ukraine, called by permanent member Russia – the fourth time it has been presented for…
Millions of children still facing dire conditions 100 days after Türkiye-Syria quakes: UNICEF
In total, 2.5 million children in Türkiye, and another 3.7 million in neighbouring Syria, need continued humanitarian assistance, the UN agency said, appealing for greater support for affected families. The…
Guterres calls for end to digital divide, stressing ‘tremendous opportunities’ ahead
That’s the message from UN chief António Guterres ahead of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on Thursday. Mr. Guterres insisted on the need to confront technology’s perils, including the…
Sudan crisis: UN launches record country appeal for 18 million in need
In addition to a revised request from the UN aid coordination office OCHA for $2.56 billion to fund its Humanitarian Response Plan – targeting some 18 million people in Sudan…
Russia confirms participation in grain deal for at least 60 more days
Speaking at the daily press briefing, António Guterres welcomed Russia’s decision to continue its involvement in the Initiative, which has allowed the safe export of more than 30 million tonnes…
UN envoy reports on progress towards Yemen peace agreement
Ambassadors were briefed by UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg, who reported on his ongoing engagement with representatives from the internationally-recognized Government, which is backed by a Saudi-led coalition, and opposing…