Iran: UN independent experts condemn secret execution of Kurdish prisoner
Two UN-appointed independent rights experts condemned the arbitrary execution in the strongest terms on Wednesday, of an Iranian Kurdish prisoner as a sign of “clear...
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Secretary-General, UN leaders, mourn Archbishop Desmond Tutu – ‘a towering global figure for peace’
Mr. Guterres praised Archbishop Tutu’s relentless determination to build global solidarity for a free and democratic South Africa, for which he received the Nobel Peace...
Special Representative regrets resignation of Sudan’s Prime Minister
In his statement, Mr. Perthes says he respects the Prime Minister's decision and commends the accomplishments made under his leadership, as well as the significant...
Myanmar: UN humanitarian chief calls for probe into ‘grievous’ attack on civilians
Authorities in Myanmar must investigate a recent deadly attack against civilians in Myanmar’s Kayah State, the UN humanitarian affairs chief Martin Griffiths said in a...
Infectious diseases present ‘clear and present danger’ everywhere
COVID-19 continues to demonstrate how quickly “an infectious disease can sweep across the world”, pushing health systems to the brink and upending daily life for...
First Person: The entrepreneur helping Middle Eastern women enter the digital economy
Mona Ataya, a Palestinian-Lebanese entrepreneur based in the United Arab Emirates, runs the largest online marketplace for mothers in the Middle East. In recognition of...
From the Field: Picturing a thirsty earth
The winner of this year’s Photography4Humanity prize is Indian photographer Apratim Pal, for his picture “A Thirsty Earth”, which captures both the environmental and human...
UN data helps balance New Year’s weight loss resolutions
At the heart of many New Year’s resolutions is a fresh gym membership and an intensive exercise regime that promises to deliver quick results. But...
People of Myanmar face ‘unprecedented’ crisis in 2022
The people of Myanmar are facing an unprecedented political, socioeconomic, human rights and humanitarian crisis with needs escalating dramatically since the military takeover and a...
UN provides life-saving aid for refugees and migrants in Mexico, as numbers soar
For several years, the number of people transiting through Mexico, many hoping for a better life in the USA, has continued to grow. The UN...