Gaza sees increased conflict and displacement, while UN experts decry rising settler violence in the West Bank. The UN Secretary-General urges support for development reforms amid funding concerns, and the World Food Programme welcomes a new leader. Meanwhile, child marriage is legalized in Afghanistan, drawing strong condemnation.
UN human rights observers condemned escalating Israeli attacks in Gaza during Eid al-Fitr, reporting 26 deaths. Reports detail multiple airstrikes resulting in civilian casualties, including children, and highlight dire humanitarian conditions and ongoing displacement.
A UN report highlights a more than twofold increase in conflict-related sexual violence in 2025, labeling it a global crisis fueled by insecurity and displacement. The report documents thousands of verified cases, while acknowledging underreporting, and names perpetrators.
Khalida Popal and Javier Zanetti are among the new UN ‘Global Goals Champions for Football’, a program aimed at promoting sustainability and human rights through the world’s most popular sport.
A former European Commission employee, Latyr, recounts his four years of homelessness in Spain after a fraud investigation, highlighting the fragility of stability and the path to recovery.
A new UN-Habitat report highlights successful housing solutions in informal settlements, emphasizing human rights, climate resilience, and community participation as key to addressing the global housing crisis.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has voiced grave concerns over the escalating violence and discrimination faced by LGBTIQ+ individuals worldwide, urging states and tech companies to take decisive action.
A UN report covering October 2023 to May 2025 details widespread violations, including war crimes and potential crimes against humanity, by both Israeli and Palestinian parties in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk stated that North Korea is experiencing an ongoing human rights crisis, with violations that could amount to crimes against humanity. He urged accountability and highlighted efforts to document abuses and support victims.
UN Victims’ Rights Advocate Najla Nassif Palma calls for increased support and justice for survivors of sexual exploitation and abuse by UN personnel, urging member states to take more active roles and emphasizing the need for victim-centered approaches.
The UN reports progress on the Global Compact for Migration but highlights persistent challenges like human trafficking and the need for safer, more humane processes.
The UN is calling for an end to escalating attacks on media workers worldwide, citing increased dangers and threats ahead of World Press Freedom Day. High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk highlighted the perilous state of journalism, particularly in conflict zones like Gaza, and urged governments and tech companies to ensure safety and protect press freedom.
Gang violence in Haiti is forcing newsrooms to close and journalists to flee, silencing critical reporting as the country grapples with escalating insecurity and poverty.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urged Mexico to combat impunity and address the ongoing crisis of disappearances, particularly concerning women and journalists, during his official visit.
The UN launches a Global Dialogue on AI Governance, the IOM reports a rising death toll among migrants due to shifting routes, and actress Lucy Hale is named a new WFP Goodwill Ambassador.
UNHCR reports a record number of Rohingya refugee deaths at sea in 2025, with an estimated 5,000 lives lost in the last decade due to perilous journeys fleeing persecution in Myanmar. Efforts to find solutions are urged as safe return remains impossible.
UN human rights experts are calling for a full and transparent investigation into credible allegations of sex trafficking of young women and girls detailed in the Epstein files. The experts highlighted systemic failures in accountability and urged governments to uphold their obligations to prevent trafficking and support victims.
Global challenges persist as millions of children remain out of school, escalating conflict in Ukraine leads to civilian casualties, and nearly half of all migratory species face decline, according to recent UN reports.
A new UN report highlights escalating gang violence in Haiti, leading to mass displacement and thousands of deaths. The report also details allegations of “arbitrary executions” by police and concerns over private security operations.
UN Women reaffirms its commitment to Afghanistan amidst a severe women’s rights crisis, continuing vital programs despite significant operational challenges and escalating restrictions. The agency highlights the urgent need for funding to support over 10 million women and girls requiring humanitarian aid.
