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UN in Somalia marks International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Mogadishu – Marking the International Day of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the United Nations in Somalia today reaffirmed its support and commitment in promoting equality, dignity and respect for all. “Racial discrimination has no place in any society. It undermines…
- AU Communiqués
AUPSC Communique | 1268th Meeting on Women, Peace and Security in Africa | 21 March 2025
Adopted by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU), at its 1268 th meeting held on Friday, 21 March 2025 on Women, Peace and Security in Africa. The Peace and Security Council, Noting the opening statement by H.E. Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi, Permanent Representative of the…
UNIFIL head stresses mission’s commitment to easing tensions by fostering dialogue
As UNIFIL today completed 47 years of its establishment, its head and Force Commander, Lieutenant General Aroldo Lázaro, called for looking forward with hope following the recent devastating conflict. Lt. Gen. Lázaro said the peacekeeping mission remains committed to easing tensions and fostering…
- Press statements
Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Somalia
New York — The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s attack in Somalia targeting a convoy carrying President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud which resulted in casualties. He expresses his condolences to the families of the bereaved and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured. The Secretary-General…
- Press Releases
Remarks of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, Nicholas Haysom, to the African Union Peace and Security Council Meeting on South Sudan
Chairperson, Members of the Peace and Security Council, Your Excellencies, We are here today because, as partners in peace, we are concerned that South Sudan is poised on the brink of relapse into civil war, which threatens to erase the hard-won peace gains since the signing of the Revitalized…
- Security Council Resolution 1701
- Special Coordinator
United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon briefs Security Council
“Cautious optimism, Madam President, is the flavour of the day.” These were the words of the Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, who briefed the United Nations Security Council on the implementation of resolution 1701 this morning. She used them to synopsize the recent…
Security Council Press Statement on UNISFA detention, abduction and looting by RSF
The members of the Security Council unequivocally condemned the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) February 28 detention of over 60 UN peacekeepers, armed abduction of eight civilian personnel and looting of a United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) logistics convoy consisting of eight…
STATEMENT ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA, MR. GEIR O. PEDERSEN, ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE SYRIAN CONFLICT
It is fourteen years since Syrians took to the streets in peaceful protest, demanding dignity, freedom, and a better future. Their calls resonated across the country, sparking a movement that would shape Syria’s history. What began as a plea for reform was met with staggering brutality, leading to…
Statement by the United Nations in Libya warns against misinformation and hate speech
TRIPOLI – The United Nations recognizes the commitment of the Libyan national and municipal authorities to addressing the concerns of the Libyan people. Underscoring the importance of preserving the national sovereignty of Libya, the UN support in strengthening migration governance is aligned with…
- Security Council Resolution 1701
- Special Coordinator
UN Special Coordinator Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert Visits Israel
Today, United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert began a visit to Israel, where she is set to meet with senior Israeli officials. Discussions will focus on the Cessation of Hostilities Understanding of 26 November 2024, as well as the implementation of United Nations…