At the joint session, speakers before two of the UN’s most representative bodies stressed that these weapons have fueled wars, exacerbated humanitarian crises and undermined […]
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Syria: Relative of Assad regime’s disappeared speaks of anguish in search for truth and justice
Obeida Dabbagh’s brother Mazen, and nephew Patrick – both Syrian-French nationals – were arrested by Air Force Intelligence officials in November 2013. Held for years […]
Afghanistan: Security Council renews UN mission as WHO warns of health catastrophe
Unanimously adopting resolution 2777 (2025), the 15-member council stressed the “critical importance” of a continued presence of UNAMA and other UN agencies across Afghanistan. The […]
FAO warns of ‘unprecedented’ avian flu spread, in call for global action
Briefing Member States in Rome, FAO officials called for urgent action to strengthen biosecurity, surveillance and rapid-response mechanisms to curb the outbreak. FAO Deputy Director-General […]
Zelensky Presses Allies For Security Guarantees, Foreign Troops In Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday he had urged Kyiv’s Western allies to give “a clear position” on security guarantees including about a potential […]
UN chief affirms solidarity with Bangladesh amid political transition
Speaking to the media on Saturday, the Secretary-General praised Bangladesh’s progress and highlighted the role of the international community in supporting the country’s future. “I […]
‘Time for bold moves’: UN urges inclusive transition as Syria marks 14 years of conflict
UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen called for an immediate end to hostilities and urged all parties to protect civilians in accordance with international […]
UK, US Said to Hold Talks in Bid to Resolve Apple Encryption Feud
British officials have held private talks with their US counterparts in an attempt to resolve concerns that the UK is trying to force Apple Inc. […]
Indian Student Self-Deports After US Revokes Visa Over Palestine Protests
Washington, United States: An Indian student studying at Columbia University in the US has self-deported herself from the country, days after her student visa was […]
G7 Warns Russia Of New Sanctions If No Ceasefire Deal Agreed
LA MALBAIE: G7 nations emphasised on Friday the need for robust “security arrangements” to ensure a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, warning Moscow to follow […]
