UN Secretary-General Guterres stated that hate speech is the initial step towards dehumanization, rapidly disseminated by AI and digital platforms. He also highlighted the role of technology in amplifying misogyny and violence against women.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the US-Iran peace agreement, calling it a crucial step towards ending regional conflict. The deal includes a ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres launched the Muscat Action Plan to combat hate speech, highlighting the role of traditional and indigenous leaders and warning of its unprecedented speed due to digital platforms and AI.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated that over half of UN personnel killed in the line of duty were serving in Gaza, condemning attacks on peacekeepers and aid workers as violations of international law.
A UN peacekeeper, identified as Sergeant Milovan Jovanivić, was killed in a new attack in Lebanon, prompting condemnation from UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Two other peacekeepers were injured in the incident, which is under investigation. The UN stressed that deliberate attacks on peacekeepers violate international humanitarian law and Security Council resolutions.
Khalilur Rahman from Bangladesh has been elected as the new President of the UN General Assembly for its 81st session, commencing September 8. Rahman secured 99 votes in a secret ballot and will serve a one-year term, coinciding with the selection of a successor for Secretary-General António Guterres.
The UN mission in Lebanon, UNIFIL, reported an increase in violence and destruction along the Blue Line separating Lebanon and Israel. Peacekeepers face extraordinary challenges amidst escalating conflict.
The UN is honoring two peacekeepers with the Captain Mbaye Diagne Medal for extraordinary courage and is calling for renewed investment in peace. The ceremony will be broadcast live from UN Headquarters.
The UN80 Initiative marks a critical new phase in UN reform, focusing on decision-making and implementation to enhance efficiency and impact amidst global challenges. Secretary-General Guterres highlighted the need for a paradigm shift in how the UN system operates.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency session to discuss the intensified attacks on Ukraine and Russia’s threats. Secretary-General António Guterres has called for peace amidst the escalating conflict.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the Ukraine war risks escalating out of control, calling for immediate de-escalation and an unconditional ceasefire amid rising civilian casualties and infrastructure attacks.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that escalating wars and geopolitical divisions are dangerously eroding the global order and undermining international law, urging a return to diplomacy and reform.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, during his visit to Japan, stated that the UN Security Council does not reflect the realities of the current world and that its reform is urgently needed, citing issues of legitimacy and effectiveness.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres marked the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), emphasizing the critical importance of international law and the rule of law in maintaining global peace and security amidst growing violations.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with women’s rights advocates, urging them to “keep shaking the foundations” of privilege amidst rising backlash and disinformation targeting women’s rights.
The United Nations celebrated International Women’s Day at its New York headquarters, coinciding with the start of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70). The event focused on ‘Rights, Justice, Action,’ with leaders and advocates calling for intensified efforts to achieve global gender equality.
The 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) convened with a focus on ensuring justice and equal participation for all women and girls. Discussions highlighted persistent inequalities and the slow pace of progress towards gender equality.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlights that science-based AI governance can accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goals, urging global cooperation and the establishment of an independent expert panel to guide AI development and mitigate risks.
BM Genel Sekreteri António Guterres, Hindistan’daki Yapay Zeka Etki Zirvesi’nde küresel yapay zeka gelişimini desteklemek ve kapsayıcılığı sağlamak için 3 milyar dolarlık bir fon kurulması çağrısında bulundu. Guterres, yapay zekanın faydalarının tüm dünyaya yayılması gerektiğini vurguladı.
