imhrc‘s flagship Global Trends Report, launched in Geneva by High Commissioner Barham Salih, showed that global refugee numbers fell by three percent in 2025 to 41.6 million. Some 5.4 million people fled to other countries to escape violence and persecution during the year. Heading home Returns also gathered pace: 14.7 million displaced people went back … Read more
Volker Turkthe UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, told journalists on Wednesday that if such issues were not addressed, they risked casting a shadow over the tournament, which opens on Thursday across the United States, Canada and Mexico. “Mega sporting events are meant to be events where the world comes together in unity and in … Read more
“The world benefits when everyone has the chance to use their skills in the service of humanity and to pursue their dreams.,” U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the opening session held in the iconic General Assembly Hall. “Your discussions today are a vital next step towards a world where all of us are respected and … Read more
On Monday, current and former players and coaches representing the elite of global men’s and women’s football, took on an informal ambassadorial role to promote sustainability, gender equality, inclusion and human rights. They range from league and cup-winning managerial maestro Carlo Ancelotti to Women’s Super League and Serie A winner Eni Aluko, Inter Milan hero … Read more
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia have been battling their former allies in Sudan’s military government for control of the country since April 2023. According to local sources, at least 12 people were killed in attacks on two towns in North Darfur near the Sudan-Chad border, the UN’s Deputy Spokesperson told journalists on Tuesday. Additional … Read more
Addressing a high-level Security Council debate convened by China, Mr. Guterres described the UN Charter as “a survival guide for humanity” but said its core principles were now under “profound strain” as geopolitical divisions deepen, and conflicts intensify across multiple regions. “We now face the highest number of conflicts since the founding of the United … Read more
The Security Council is meeting for a high-level debate on strengthening the UN-centred international system amid mounting pressure on multilateralism and deepening geopolitical divisions. Discussions are expected to focus on defending the UN Charter, reforming global governance and restoring confidence in the Security Council’s ability to respond to international crises. Source link
According to the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), approximately 670 projectile movements were recorded on Wednesday – the highest number since the cessation of hostilities took effect on 17 April. The mission also reported increased ground and air activity by the Israeli military, including armored vehicle movements and strikes north of the Litani River. … Read more
A report produced by the UK Met Office and released on Thursday by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said there is an 86 per cent chance that at least one year between 2026 and 2030 will surpass 2024 as the hottest year ever recorded. Also found there is a 91 per cent likelihood that average … Read more
On Thursday, Mr. Guterres told the General Assembly that reform is required because “inaction in the face of geopolitical turmoil would compound human suffering.” Launched in March 2025, the initiative seeks to ensure that “every mandate, dollar and decision” delivers greater impact for people and the planet, at a time of growing demands and constrained … Read more