‘Invest with Iraq’: PM sets out vision for new economic future
Iraq’s Prime Minister outlined a vision for economic growth and regional stability at the UN, shifting from military to economic cooperation and inviting global investment.
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Nepal PM urges climate justice after ‘Himalayan tsunami’ devastates country
Nepal’s Prime Minister warned the UN General Assembly that Himalayan floods killed over 1,400 and displaced thousands, highlighting climate injustice as poorer nations face disproportionate impacts despite minimal...
‘No one speaks on behalf of Lebanon’: PM Salam asserts State authority at UN
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told the UN General Assembly that only the Lebanese State can decide on war, peace, and weapons, rejecting external representation or negotiation.
Pakistan’s Sharif warns any diversion of Indus waters will be ‘treated as an act of war’
Pakistan’s Prime Minister warned at the UN that diverting Indus waters would be treated as an act of war, citing India’s unilateral actions and rejecting its legal claims.
Sudan’s farmers are ready to return – private investment could get them there
A UN-backed initiative seeks $155 million in private investment to help Sudanese farmers return to fields devastated by war, with yields down 40–70% and 19 million facing hunger.
Tuvalu urges decisive global action as rising seas threaten its future
Tuvalu’s Prime Minister warned the UN that rising seas are already erasing land and identity, urging immediate global action to cut emissions and protect sovereignty.
UN voices grave concern as fighting spreads across northern Ethiopia
The UN warns of deepening conflict in northern Ethiopia, citing drone use, civilian harm, and disrupted aid as fighting spreads across Tigray, Amhara, and Afar regions.
Haitians can’t wait to return home and vote in elections says Prime Minister
Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé urged urgent action to restore security and enable elections, as gangs control key areas and humanitarian needs surge.
Israeli leader at UN: ‘We’re going to win. We have no other choice’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s military actions at the UN, asserting survival as justification while rejecting genocide claims and accusing international actors of spreading anti-Israel...
Palestinian existence under threat, Abbas tells UN, warning of ‘another Nakba’
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas warned the UN of existential threats to Palestinians, citing Israeli policies and calling for urgent international action to prevent displacement.
‘Peace remains only a promise’ for millions in eastern DR Congo, General Assembly hears
The Prime Minister of the DRC told the UN General Assembly that global demand for minerals risks fueling conflict in eastern Congo, where millions remain displaced despite peace agreements and UN resolutions.
‘Rising seas are sinking futures’
UN Member States approved a declaration on sea level rise, warning of existential threats to coastal communities and small island nations amid record annual sea-level increases in 2024.
The Takeaway: UN General Assembly debate Day 2
World leaders at the UN General Assembly debated conflicts, geopolitical tensions, and economic shocks, with sharp divisions over the UN's role and calls for Security Council reform.
UNRWA work and mandate in ‘jeopardy’, Guterres warns
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that UNRWA’s operations and mandate face severe threats due to Israeli restrictions, staff casualties, and financial shortfalls, jeopardizing essential services for...
World News in Brief: ‘New intensity’ to Russian attacks on Ukraine, Yemen, Gaza and Colombia updates
UN monitors report intensified Russian strikes in Ukraine, killing over 200 civilians in September, while Yemen’s conflict displaces 125,000 and Gaza’s economy collapses under war damage. Colombia’s drug crackdown risks...
Yemen’s path to stability depends on restoring the state, Leadership Council vice-president tells UN
Yemen’s Leadership Council Vice-President urged the UN to restore state authority, halt arms flows to militias, and reject Houthi intransigence to secure Bab el-Mandeb and regional stability.
‘Ask us first’: Children demand a voice on AI’s future
UN rights chief Volker Türk urged that children must be consulted on AI development, warning that current practices risk their rights and well-being.
Diplomacy is the way to address global challenges, Brazil tells General Assembly
Brazilian President Lula urged the UN General Assembly to restore its role as a 'temple of peace' amid global crises, criticizing Security Council paralysis and veto misuse while advocating diplomacy over conflict.
Guterres: ‘Cracks have become canyons’ as world faces four tests of power
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned the General Assembly that humanity faces four critical tests—war, inequality, climate change, and AI—that will shape global cooperation or division.
How El Niño offers a test of whether the world can adapt to a changing climate
El Niño’s strengthening presence tests global climate adaptation as leaders convene at the UN, where experts warn of intensified droughts, floods and food insecurity risks already materializing.
‘Time is running out’ for Israel-Palestine two-State solution
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the two-State solution for Israel-Palestine is collapsing due to illegal settlements and violence, urging concrete action beyond declarations.
Time to accept ‘hard truths’ so trust can be rebuilt: General Assembly president
UN General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman urged the institution to confront failures and embrace reforms to restore public trust amid global crises and rising distrust.
Trump defends military action against Iran, Venezuela, and calls for rebrand of AI
Donald Trump defended US military actions against Iran and Venezuela at the UN, urging economic pressure on Tehran and announcing a new oil deal with Caracas.
When a country goes underwater: Island States fight for their future
Small island nations face existential threats from rising seas, risking land loss and displacement, while pursuing legal and practical measures to preserve statehood and maritime rights.
‘Nowhere is safe’: UN experts detail Ukraine war’s toll and Russia’s reach beyond its borders
UN experts report intensifying civilian suffering in Ukraine and expanding Russian repression of critics abroad, including forced conscription and transnational intimidation.
UN condemns attempted Houthi strike on Riyadh as Yemen displacement surges past 130,000
The UN condemned Houthi cross-border attacks on Saudi Arabia, including an attempted strike on Riyadh, as Yemen’s displacement crisis surpasses 130,000 people amid escalating fighting.
‘We are not powerless’: UN chief urges world leaders to invest in peace
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged world leaders and citizens to invest in peace amid rising global conflicts and divisions, emphasizing diplomacy, dialogue, and grassroots efforts as essential tools.
Why climate action now comes down to speed, finance and cooperation
The world is likely to temporarily exceed the 1.5°C warming limit set in Paris, but efforts must focus on minimizing the overshoot through faster emissions cuts, increased finance, and stronger international cooperation.
The race to build a pandemic-proof world
The UN warns that global pandemic preparedness remains inadequate six years after COVID-19, despite progress on a new international treaty to coordinate prevention, equitable access, and rapid response.
Why the UN General Assembly still matters
The UN General Assembly endures as a vital forum for global diplomacy despite shifts in power and emerging alternative forums, according to an expert analysis.