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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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Ryanair faces massive fine in Italy over ‘abusive strategy’
Italy’s competition authority AGCM claims the budget airline blocked payment methods and mass-deleted accounts to manipulate travel agencies and force them into partnerships. Ryanair has pledged to appeal the fine.
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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, daughter open luxury resort
Five new hotels were opened in Samjiyon, near the Chinese border, with Kim Jong Un praising the "rising status" of North Korea’s people.
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Washington 23 December 2025
Washington 23 December 2025 gnada Tue, 12/23/2025 – 22:28 Washington Tue, 12/23/2025 – 12:00 23 December 2025 Iran’s UN ambassador told the Security Council: “We appreciate any fair and meaningful negotiation [with the U.S.], but insisting on zero enrichment policy, it is contrary to our rights as a member of the NPT, and it means […]
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Tehran 23 December 2025 #2
Tehran 23 December 2025 #2 gnada Tue, 12/23/2025 – 22:27 Tehran Tue, 12/23/2025 – 12:00 23 December 2025 Iran’s UN ambassador told the Security Council: “We appreciate any fair and meaningful negotiation [with the U.S.], but insisting on zero enrichment policy, it is contrary to our rights as a member of the NPT, and it […]
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Tehran 23 December 2025 #1
Tehran 23 December 2025 #1 gnada Tue, 12/23/2025 – 22:26 Tehran Tue, 12/23/2025 – 12:00 23 December 2025 The spokesman for Iran’s military claimed that security forces had arrested some 2,000 people purportedly linked to a foreign espionage network prior and during the June 2025 war, asserting: “An extensive network of spies and agents of […]
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Lebanon 23 December 2025
Lebanon 23 December 2025 gnada Tue, 12/23/2025 – 22:26 Lebanon Tue, 12/23/2025 – 12:00 23 December 2025 Israel’s military said that it killed three Hizbollah operatives in southern Lebanon “who were advancing terror attacks and attempting to rebuild terrorist infrastructure”.
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Israel 23 December 2025
Israel 23 December 2025 gnada Tue, 12/23/2025 – 22:24 Israel Tue, 12/23/2025 – 12:00 23 December 2025 Israel’s military said that it killed three Hizbollah operatives in southern Lebanon “who were advancing terror attacks and attempting to rebuild terrorist infrastructure”.
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Overnight strikes leave death, destruction and power outages in Ukraine
A new wave of overnight strikes and front-line hostilities in Ukraine have caused further civilian casualties and damage to critical energy infrastructure, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said on Tuesday.
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World News in Brief: Gaza aid restrictions, Syria humanitarian needs, lawyer reprisals in Burundi
The UN and partners continue to provide assistance to people in Gaza, where recent winter storms have worsened conditions for thousands across the enclave.
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Myanmar elections marked by fear as UN warns civilians are coerced from all sides
As Myanmar approaches elections scheduled for 28 December, the UN’s top human rights official has said that civilians are being coerced from all sides – forced by the military to vote and threatened by armed opposition groups to boycott – in a climate of fear, violence and mass repression.