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Security Council press statement on attack against educational centre in Kabul
NEW YORK - The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the horrendous terrorist attack against the Kaaj Educational Centre in the Dasht-e-Barchi area of Kabul, Afghanistan, on 30 September 2022. The attack, which follows many recent attacks against civilians and civilian…
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Secretary-General's written message for the World Maritime Day “new technologies for greener shipping”
New York, 29 September 2022 Maritime transport represents more than 80% of global trade. The war in Ukraine –and the Black Sea Grain Initiative – have reminded us of the vital role of shipping in feeding the world. The theme of this year’s World Maritime Day, "New technologies for greener shipping"…
Near Verbatim Transcript Press Briefing by SRSG and Head of UNMISS, Nicholas Haysom Juba – 28 September 2022
Welcome to everyone, including those tuning in live to Radio Miraya. I'm pleased to share with our listeners today key points from my recent briefing to the Security Council in New York, and to exchange views on the situation in South Sudan. During my briefing to the Security Council, I highlighted…
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Secretary-General’s message for the World Tourism Day “Rethinking Tourism”
New York, 27 September 2022 World Tourism Day celebrates the power of tourism to foster inclusion, protect nature and promote cultural understanding. Tourism is a powerful driver for sustainable development. It contributes to the education and empowerment of women and youth and advances the…
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UNMHA Statement on Continued Civilian Deaths and Injuries in Hudaydah due to Explosive Ordnance
HUDAYDAH, 26 September 2022 – UNMHA is gravely concerned about continued civilian deaths and injuries in Hudaydah due to explosive ordnance. Since the shift of the frontlines on 12 November 2021, 242 civilian casualties consisting of 101 deaths and 141 injuries, have been reported in Hudaydah due to…
UNISFA Condemns renewed attacks in Abyei
Abyei, 26 September 2022 – The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) is greatly alarmed and deeply disturbed by the renewed clashes between the Twik and Ngok Dinka communities taking place in Agok in the Sector South area, 28 kilometres from Abyei town. A report received by UNISFA…
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Secretary-General’s message for the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
New York, 26 September 2022 On the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, we reject the claim that nuclear disarmament is some impossible utopian dream. Eliminating these devices of death is not only possible, it is necessary. At a moment of rising geopolitical division…
Statement on Behalf of the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Mr. Geir O. Pedersen
It is devastating that dozens died after a boat sank off the Syrian coast -men, women, children and the elderly among the victims. I add my voice to those sending condolences for this tragic loss of life, many Syrians reported among the dead. These deaths could have been avoided. We must urgently do…
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PRESS RELEASE / Haitian people remain priority as UN commits to continuing its support
Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 24September 2022: The priority of the United Nations in Haiti remains to stay and deliver on its mandate and support the people and Government of Haiti, as they face ongoing insecurity and uncertainty in the capital Port-au-Prince and across the country. UN personnel who are…
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Women and young people equipped for the effective implementation of Resolution 1325 and 2250 in West Africa and the Sahel
Monrovia, 23 September 2022: The United Nations Office in West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), in cooperation with UN Women, organised the annual meeting of the Working Group on Women, Youth, Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel (WGWYPS-WAS) from 19 to 23 September 2022. About 30 women and…