UN Warns Of Catastrophe As Israel-Hezbollah Violence Escalates

22 Sep 2024

The United Nations has issued a grave warning of an impending catastrophe in the Middle East as violence between Israel and Hezbollah continues to escalate. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the UN special coordinator for Lebanon, stressed that a military solution will not bring safety to either side, highlighting the urgent need for...

PM Modi Arrives in New York for United Nations’ ‘Summit of the Future’

22 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on Sunday to attend the United Nations' "Summit of the Future" (SOTF). The visit marks the second leg of his three-day trip to the United States. Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed the Prime...

Taliban Commits To Global Engagement Amidst Global Backlash On New Morality Law

01 Sep 2024

Taliban Stands Firm on New Law Despite International Criticism The Taliban government has reiterated its commitment to engaging with the international community despite growing concerns over a recently enacted morality law that has sparked tensions over women's rights in Afghanistan. The law mandates that women fully cover themselves and refrain...

East Turkistan Government in Exile Criticizes UN for Downplaying Genocide

30 Aug 2024

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has expressed serious concerns about what it describes as a "major deviation" in the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) stance regarding the ongoing situation in East Turkistan. In a statement released on Thursday, the ETGE criticized the OHCHR...

UN Expresses Deep Concern Over New Morality Law in Afghanistan

25 Aug 2024

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has voiced significant concern over Afghanistan's new morality law, enacted by the country’s de facto authorities. The law, which introduces sweeping restrictions on personal conduct, has been described by UNAMA as a "distressing vision for Afghanistan's future." The Taliban authorities ratified the...

China Excluded From Voice of Global South Summit, Leaders Address Climate Change, UN Reforms

18 Aug 2024

China was not invited to the Voice of Global South Summit, which saw participation from 123 countries. Several leaders expressed concerns about climate change, the challenges posed by new technologies, and the necessity for reforms in the United Nations. During a press conference following the third Voice of Global South...

UN Bolster Security For Humanitarian Aid Operations In Gaza

16 Jul 2024

United Nations announced on Monday that it will enhance its security measures for humanitarian aid operations in the Gaza Strip by bringing in more armored vehicles and personal protection equipment, following approval from Israeli authorities. Scott Anderson, deputy humanitarian coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, stated that the approval was...

Allegations of Chemical Weapons Use by Myanmar Military Raise Alarms

02 Jul 2024

Myanmar military has been potentially using chemical weapons in its conflict against resistance forces, a recent report revealed. Published by Al Jazeera, the report followed drone attacks in late April that severely injured Kachin resistance forces. These accusations contribute to the growing evidence of war crimes committed by the military...

Taliban Debuts on Global Stage at UN Afghan Conference

01 Jul 2024

For the first time since recapturing Afghanistan, the Taliban is participating in a global conference. The UN Afghan Conference, which commenced in Doha on Sunday, aims to find ways to improve the lives of Afghan people living under Taliban rule. Notably, India is among the 25 countries participating in the...

UN Welcomes Israel’s Humanitarian Pause In Gaza Conflict, Urges Further Action

16 Jun 2024

The United Nations (UN) has welcomed Israel's decision to implement a "local, tactical pause of military activity" in southern Gaza during daylight hours to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries. However, UN officials emphasize that more substantial measures are needed to address the dire humanitarian situation in the region. Jens Laerke, spokesman...