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Israel and UN are maneuvering fraught but fundamental ties during Middle East wars

Relations between Israel and the United Nations have long been tense

The Independent UK

Haitian gangs escalate violence and expand attacks outside the capital, top UN official says

The top U.N. official in Haiti says gangs have escalated their violence and expanded operations outside the capital, even attacking small boats and kidnapping personnel from cargo shipping companies

The Independent UK

UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon staying put despite Israeli warnings to move

A spokesman for forces in the U.N. peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon says it is maintaining its positions despite warnings to move from the Israeli Defense Forces

The Independent UK

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Israel is a rogue nation. It should be removed from the United Nations

One rogue nation cannot declare war on the UN itself and continue to get away with it

The Guardian - US

The UN peacekeeping mission caught in the crosshairs in southern Lebanon

Israeli forces fired on the headquarters of the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon for the second time in two days on Friday, injuring four peacekeepers. It is the first time Blue Helmets from the UN mission, established in 1978, have been injured since the escalation on both sides of…

France 24

UN agency for Palestinians warns Gaza aid work may 'disintegrate' if Israeli legislation passes

The head of the U_N_ agency for Palestinian refugees is warning that if pending Israeli legislation is adopted, all humanitarian operations in Gaza and the West Bank may “disintegrate.”

The Independent UK

Reform the security council to make the UN’s role stronger and more meaningful

Letters: Christopher Tanner and Willem van Tongeren suggest changes to enable the UN to play a more forceful role in the world, especially when it comes to warhe world

The Guardian - UK

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Hezbollah battles Israeli forces as Lebanon attacks continue

Israel announces death of several soldiers as UNSC members meet to discuss Iran’s missile attack against Israel.

Al Jazeera

Israel's Ambassador Calls For Emergency UN Session After Iran Attack

Israel's ambassador to the UN urges for an emergency session at the Security Council after Iran's missile attack, emphasizing self-defense rights and conde...

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Turkey Calls On UN To Recommend Use Of Force Over Israeli Attacks In Lebanon, Gaza

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the General Assembly should act 'if the Security Council can't show the necessary will.'

International Business Times

New Zealand announces Security Council campaign in 2039

New Zealand has announced it will campaign to join the United Nations Security Council in 15 years' time.

AAP

UN Chief Criticizes Security Council For Failure Of Leadership

UN Secretary-General criticizes Security Council's lack of leadership in resolving conflicts, emphasizes unity and adherence to international law for achie...

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White House pledges further $8bn in aid as Zelenskyy visits – as it happened

Ukrainian president says he is grateful for latest funds but it is unclear if he will receive clearance to use US missiles deep into Russia

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine war briefing: Report of Russian weapons programme in China ‘deeply concerning’, Nato says

White House says China has responsibility to ensure private companies are not providing lethal military aid to Moscow. What we know on day 946

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The Independent UK

What to know from the UN: Ukraine doesn't want the world to forget, and attention turns to Lebanon

Sometimes the issues brought forward at the United Nations signature annual meeting may feel a bit familiar. Climate change is always in focus, especially in the past few years. There are regular disputes about who is on the security council. Pleas to stop wars and address hunger.

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UN Security Council Reform Debate Heats Up

Learn about the ongoing debate on reforming the UN Security Council to address veto power concerns by P5 members.

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South Africa's President Calls For UN Security Council Reform

President Ramaphosa advocates for African representation in the UN Security Council and condemns Israel's actions in Gaza, drawing parallels to apartheid.

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UN Sidelined In Israel-Hamas Conflict Mediation Efforts

The UN's role as a mediator in the Israel-Hamas conflict has been sidelined, causing frustration among diplomats. Despite challenges, the UN remains a cruc...

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Latin Times

As Wars Rage, UN's Critics Say Global Body Is Failing Its Mission

Maintaining peace and international security is one of the UN's central missions, but its record has been badly tarnished as bloodshed intensifies in conflicts across the world, including in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan.

The Independent UK

Unversed in UNGA? Stumped by SDGs? Here's a handy glossary of UN General Assembly meeting lingo

The U.N. General Assembly’s yearly meeting of world leaders is here

International Business Times

As Wars Rage, UN's Critics Say Global Body Is Failing Its Mission

As wars rage worldwide, with civilian casualties a daily occurrence, critics of the United Nations say the body is failing at its most basic job, while experts warn the organization is being scapegoated for things that are beyond its control.

Al Jazeera

UN warns escalating Israel-Hezbollah violence risks devastating conflict

At UNSC, UN rights chief says Israel’s attacks on Hezbollah devices violated international law and could be a war crime.

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Israel Urges UN To Act Against Hezbollah And Iran

Israel's ambassador to the UN urges Security Council to address Hezbollah and Iran's actions in Lebanon.

Evening Standard

Israel says airstrike on Beirut killed senior Hezbollah commanders

Israeli military says it killed Hezbollah's operations commander Ibrahim Aqil in the attack alongside other senior members of the group's elite Radwan unit

The Conversation

UN’s pact to protect future generations will be undermined by Security Council’s veto and its use in cases of mass atrocity

World leaders will gather at the United Nations on Sept. 22-23, 2024, where they are set to adopt the Pact for the Future – an ambitious plan for how to best reform the U.N., and other institutions, to address the current problems of the world and protect future generations.

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