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The UN calls on the United States to lift sanctions on Cuba. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, warned that the new US restrictions against Cuba are exacerbating a humanitarian crisis that already affects access to fuel, food, water, and medical care. According to his office, the sanctions […]

The United Nations honored three Uruguayan peacekeepers in an official ceremony held on June 5 at its headquarters in New York, in recognition of their service and commitment to peace, both on mission and in the performance of their duties. The event, held in conjunction with the International Day of Peacekeepers, was a tribute to the Uruguayan peacekeepers.

Peace Under Pressure: The incoming members will take their seats at a time when the Council faces some of its toughest challenges in years. Its work has been increasingly shaped by geopolitical rivalries among the major powers, especially the five permanent members. Deep divisions over conflicts such as Ukraine and Gaza have led

Lebanon: Attacks on hospital leave 86 wounded. According to Lebanese authorities, at least 86 people, including medical staff, were wounded in Israeli attacks on Jabal Amel Hospital, located in the southwestern city of Tyre. The World Health Organization (WHO) representative in

Guterres warns of the deterioration of the international order and reiterates his call to reform the Security Council. The UN Secretary-General warned the Security Council on Tuesday that the international system is going through a profound crisis marked by wars, geopolitical divisions, and the weakening of international law. António Guterres stated that

The Secretary-General warns of a 2026 marked by instability and global challenges: “Constant chaos and surprises.” This is how the UN Secretary-General referred to 2026 in his first press conference of the year. Comparing international politics to physics, António Guterres pointed out that “every action provokes a reaction,” but in geopolitics these

Faced with escalating global tensions and “reckless” decisions that trigger dangerous consequences, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday called for renewed efforts for peace, justice, and sustainable development as he outlined priorities for 2026, his final year at the helm of the Organization. “2026 is already shaping up to be

Warning that “the rule of law is being replaced by the law of the jungle,” the UN Secretary-General on Monday urged world powers to renew their commitment to international law as the foundation of peace, justice, and multilateral cooperation. António Guterres spoke at an open debate on

It is traditional for the Secretary-General to present his priorities for the coming year to the General Assembly. “Today I am doing so for the last time,” António Guterres began, addressing UN member states in a speech that highlighted the chaotic state of the world and the threats it faces.

With the multilateral system under pressure and attack, Member States must fight for the United Nations, the President of the General Assembly said Wednesday, outlining her priorities for the resumption of the 80th session. Annalena Baerbock noted that the new year began with crises in Venezuela and Iran, and that the