Libya detention centres remain places of violations and abuse: experts
Many of Libya’s migrant detention centres remain places of terrible and systematic abuse, that may amount to crimes against humanity, top rights investigators said...
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Ukraine invasion: Guterres appeals for ‘immediate humanitarian ceasefire’
The UN Secretary-General appealed for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine on Monday, so that “serious political negotiations” can advance towards a peace agreement,...
Guterres welcomes consultations to protect civilians caught in urban conflict
The Secretary-General on Monday welcomed consultations due to begin next week, on a political declaration to protect civilians living in cities and towns who...
Unity of Purpose to Accelerate Africas Sustainable Development
KIGALI, Rwanda, Mar 28 (IPS) – The COVID-19 pandemic reversed several development gains on the continent, and Africa’s leaders are convinced stronger cooperation in...
New York, Mar 28 (IPS) – The late-night reversal of a decision by Taliban authorities in Afghanistan to allow girls from grades 7 to...
NEW YORK, Mar 28 (IPS) – It is hard to describe the excruciatingly painful destruction Putin is inflicting on Ukraine. However, whereas NATO should...
UN analysis shows link between lack of vaccine equity and widening inequalities
Only a tiny proportion of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in developing countries, leading to a widening gap between rich and poor, says the...
Recent escalation of the conflict in Yemen drew strong condemnation from Secretary-General António Guterres on Saturday. Read the full story, “UN chief condemns attacks...
With the help of an innovative mobile phone service, UN agencies are working with the Government of Rajasthan, India, to combat child marriage. Read...
Noting that climate disruption, biodiversity loss and pollution threaten lives, jobs and health the world over, the UN chief said on Saturday that it...
WHO calls for urgent health action across the Eastern Mediterranean 
Yemen: WFP warns of potential ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ as fighting blocks aid delivery 
Security Council LIVE: Libya in the spotlight amid ‘encouraging progress’ 
Health workers tackle taboos over drinking with new AI tool