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Human Rights and Social Justice
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Responding to today’s conviction of a woman who had an abortion later in pregnancy, Amnesty…
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Climate Change and Environmental Peace
As well as claiming more than 550 lives, the war between the United States and Israel and Iran threatens to inflict severe economic damage across the world, by pushing up the oil, gas and energy prices. About a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) passes on ships through the Strait of Hormuz, […]
The United States is set to quit the world’s landmark climate convention next February, after the Trump administration formally notified the UN of its previously announced decision to withdraw. UN Secretary-General António Guterres communicated last Friday that the UN treaty depository had received Washington’s formal notice to leave the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change […]
Lidy Nacpil is the coordinator of the Asian Peoples’ Movement on Debt and Development (APMDD). The escalating instability in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, forcing Southeast Asian nations into a precarious position. While the region has made significant pledges to transition toward renewables, the threat of interrupted gas supplies and […]
Sustainable Development and SDGs
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With global tensions rising and “reckless actions” triggering dangerous consequences, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday called for renewed efforts on peace, justice and sustainable development as he outlined his priorities for 2026 – the final year of his tenure.
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Better access to education, the protection of the environment and good governance are some of the areas in which the United Nations helps countries improve.
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It’s a win-win recipe: schoolchildren eat a free, nutritious meal every day and local farmers gain reliable access to local markets.
Women, Peace and Security
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Once again, the United States and Israel have launched an unlawful war of aggression against another country. Once again, US and Israeli officials claim “self-defence” and “pre-emption,” attempting to gaslight the world into accepting a narrative that those on the receiving end of the aggression are the aggressors. In déjà vu of the unlawful US […]
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This year, the Congress will be hosted by WILPF Cameroon and held online from 18-21 July 2026. While we had hoped to meet in person, global financial constraints affecting many civil society organisations mean that a virtual format is currently the most viable way for us to convene. Yet a virtual Congress is not equally accessible to everyone. For many participants, especially in […]
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We are heartbroken by the assassination of Yanar Mohammed, founder of the Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq (OWFI) and a tireless advocate for women’s rights. Her loss is not just a tragedy for her family and community—it is a blow to the global struggle for gender equality and justice. Yanar dedicated her life to […]
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Responding to the brutal attack in Harare on Professor Lovemore Madhuku, the leader of the opposition National Constitutional Assembly (NCA), and several other political activists on March 1, by armed…
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Uganda’s young population wants a voice in politics, but costly nomination rules, entrenched power, and security hurdles keep leadership out of reach. A DW street debate reveals why change feels…
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With young people under 30 making up more than half of the global population and over 272 million children and youth still out of school, their participation in shaping education…
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A fragile political calm in Yemen is fraying, with renewed instability and aid restrictions deepening hunger, illness and displacement for millions of civilians, senior UN officials warned the Security Council…
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Recent Saudi airstrikes against UAE-aligned separatists escalated tensions in southern Yemen. With Saudi Arabia and the UAE backing opposing factions, a return to fighting would most benefit the Houthis.
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Syria: At least 8 killed in first major mosque attack since Assad
A deadly blast tore through an Alawite mosque during Friday prayers in the western city of Homs. A little-known militant group has claimed responsibility as Syria’s sectarian tensions erupt again.
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Malaysia: Ex-PM Najib sentenced to 15 years on new charges
Former prime minister Najib Razak had already been convicted for graft and money laundering linked to the 1MDB investment fund. The latest verdict, however, is likely to rock Malaysia’s ruling coalition to the core.
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How C-drama streams from China hooked millions worldwide
The popularity of Chinese dramas is exploding, creating a multibillion-dollar industry. Global viewers find themselves attracted to these "universal" stories and appreciate their glimpse at Chinese culture.
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How Africa is asserting itself globally — despite Trump
2025 was a year heavily dominated by US President Donald Trump’s disruptive policies. While some of his actions caused harm, African governments also managed to improve their geo-political position.
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UN renews ceasefire push in Sudan
The UN has urged Sudan’s warring parties to pursue compromise and an immediate ceasefire, even as drone attacks, displacement and the killing of peacekeepers underscore the growing risks to civilians and humanitarians.
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Syria: Guterres deplores deadly mosque blast in Homs
UN Secretary-General António Guterres “unequivocally condemns” the deadly terrorist attack on a mosque in Homs, Syria during Friday prayers, his spokesperson said in a statement
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Sudan civil war: Health system ‘on the verge of collapse’
The war in Sudan has been tearing the country apart for almost 1,000 days, putting the country’s health system under intolerable pressure. The World Health Organization (WHO) is reporting widespread disease outbreaks, severe shortages, malnutrition and rising deaths.
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Sri Lanka cyclone: More than a million still need aid weeks after Ditwah floods
Nearly a month after Cyclone Ditwah tore across Sri Lanka, more than a million people – including over half a million children – remain in urgent need of humanitarian assistance, as floods, landslides and renewed rainfall continue to compound one of the country’s worst disasters in decades.
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Development cooperation agreement marks new chapter in UN-Iraq partnership
Better access to education, the protection of the environment and good governance are some of the areas in which the United Nations helps countries improve.
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How climate change is threatening human rights
With rising effects of climate change across the globe, the world has started recognising that climate change is not just an ecological collapse, but also a human rights crisis.