Ukraine civilians bear brunt of escalating attacks as winter closes in
Speaking in New York on Monday, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told journalists the UN humanitarian office, OCHA, was deeply concerned by the…
‘The system has failed’: Giles Duley’s mission to reframe disability in war
At UN Headquarters in New York, where we met the world-renowned British photographer, writer, chef and NGO founder, staff stopped him after…
Gaza’s babies ‘scarred by war before first breath’ by malnutrition
Speaking from the shattered enclave, UNICEF Communication Manager Tess Ingram said that at least 165 children are reported to have died “painful,…
Syria at a crossroads: UN warns fragile transition needs global support
The UN on Monday hailed the determination of Syrians working to rebuild their country but cautioned that sustained international engagement is essential…
‘All we want for Sudan is peace’ say children fleeing violence
Only 16 at the time, she saw armed men attacking her village and killing people – her grandfather and uncle among them.…
Sudan: UN chief condemns deadly strikes on children’s nursery, hospital
In a statement issued by his Spokesperson, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that he was appalled to learn that multiple drone strikes on…
UN seeks $1 billion for ‘first-responder fund’ in emergencies
Since 2006, the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has allocated nearly $10 billion in more than 110 countries through rapid and strategic financing that often arrives before other…
What do singing and hiking have to do with human rights?
As part of this year’s campaign for Human Rights Day – Our Everyday Essentials – the UN’s human rights office (OHCHR) invited…
Peace proves relative in Gaza with no let-up in deadly airstrikes
“The Security Council resolution is very clear about not calling anything a border or anything else, it is about a territory that…
Hong Kong: UN rights chief voices concern over ‘draconian’ laws, in wake of deadly apartment fire
At least 160 people were killed in the blaze at the Wang Fung Court complex, Tai Po district, which was undergoing renovations. Mr. Türk expressed solidarity…