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UN nuclear watchdog board wraps up probe into Syria’s past secret nuclear activities

The U.N. nuclear watchdog has ended its investigation into Syria's secret nuclear activities

The Independent UK

Syrian reactor could have been used for nuclear weapons if completed, UN says

Chief of nuclear watchdog says secret Assad-era facility would have been able to produce fissile material

The Guardian - UK

IAEA says Iran blocking nuclear inspectors as Hormuz threats mount

IAEA chief Grossi told the Board of Governors that Tehran had provided no information on declared nuclear materials and inspectors had no on-site access, as Iran's parliament speaker threatened US energy assets with retaliatory strikes and the IRGC warned vessels off the southern Hormuz corridor.

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Assad-era Syrian reactor was configured for nuclear weapons, IAEA chief says

The Assad-era government in Syria was constructing a nuclear reactor that was configured to produce fissile material for possible use in nuclear weapons, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency

The Independent UK

UN nuclear agency members draft resolution reporting Iran to the UN Security Council

The United States, Britain, France and Germany have drafted a resolution for possible consideration by the Board of Governors of the U.N. nuclear watchdog that seeks to refer Iran to the U.N. Security Council for failure to comply with its nuclear nonproliferation obligations, diplomats say

The Independent UK

UNSC to hold second informal vote for organisation's next secretary general

Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan was the front-runner after last month's first informal vote, in which the council's 15 members, including the five with veto power, pass judgment in secret on the candidates.

Euronews

Who are the candidates vying to lead the UN?

UNITED NATIONS - Five women and three men are in the running to succeed Antonio Guterres as leader of the United Nations, which faces unprecedented global instability, wars and its own crushing budget crisis.

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UN Security Council tests contenders in race for next secretary-general

The Security Council will hold another straw poll Friday for UN leadership contenders. Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan led the first informal vote among members. Argentina's Rafael Grossi and Chile's Michelle Bachelet are also candidates. Veto powers may delay their preferences, and new contenders could emerge. This poll aims to provide…

The Economic Times

South Korea rejects Trump's claim; estimates Kim Jong Un has 80-120 nuclear weapons

South Korea’s defence minister claimed on Thursday that North Korea possesses around 80 to 120 nuclear weapons, disputing US president Donald Trump’s claim that Pyongyang has 57.

The Times of India

Trump says he will meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year

Trump's comments come just days after he announced that he had ordered US forces to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, which he said sent an "inappropriate and hostile" signal to Pyongyang.

Euronews

UN atomic watchdog says found tons of nuclear material at Syria site

DAMASCUS - The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog said Tuesday its inspectors had found several tons of nuclear material in Syria, at a site Damascus reported to the agency last month.

Bangkok Post

'Tons' of nuclear material found at undisclosed Syrian site, IAEA chief says

UN nuclear watchdog head Rafael Mariano Grossi said Tuesday that his agency had found several "tons of nuclear materials" at a previously undeclared site dating from the rule of Syria's previous authorities. Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said the material was not dangerous and that Damascus had the right to…

France 24

‘No way to do this job well’: UN faces massive hurdle as it readies to elect new secretary- general, a thankless role in a struggling organization

“This is actually quite an existentially significant process for the U.N.”

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Race for UN's top job begins: Meet the candidates vying to succeed António Guterres

Seven candidates are competing to lead the United Nations after António Guterres. Experienced diplomats and former leaders offer distinct visions for the global body. Rafael Grossi and Rebeca Grynspan are considered early frontrunners in this race. Macky Sall and María Fernanda Espinosa advocate for significant institutional reforms. The Security Council…

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Ugandan diplomat Otunnu joins race to become next UN head

Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the race for UN Secretary-General. He is the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres this year. Otunnu stressed institutional reforms and ending international conflicts in his vision. Other candidates include Rafael Grossi and Michelle Bachelet. The selection process begins this week with Security Council…

Radio France Internationale

Macky Sall pledges to restore trust in UN as leadership race gathers pace

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall has pledged to restore trust in the United Nations and make the organisation more responsive, as he seeks to become the first African to lead the global body in almost three decades.

France 24

UN leadership candidates outline visions ahead of secretary-general race

Six candidates vying to become the next UN secretary-general presented their visions for the organisation on Thursday, as the United Nations faces a financial and confidence crisis ahead of a selection process that will determine its leadership from January 2027.

Bangkok Post

Candidates to lead UN set for televised debate

UNITED NATIONS - The six candidates for United Nations secretary-general will debate on Thursday in the General Assembly Hall, one week before the formal start of a selection process crucial to an organisation in deep crisis.

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Bangkok Post

Trump ‘not finished’ with war that has cost $37 billion so far

TEHRAN - The US military struck Iran’s Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump warned he was “not finished” with a war that has already cost Washington $37.5 billion.

The Times of India

No 'nuclear dust' for US? Iran begins restoring Bushehr nuclear plant operations after recent attacks

Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant employees are returning to the facility after recent explosions. The International Atomic Energy Agency is closely monitoring the situation and urges restraint. Nuclear experts have long warned of devastating consequences from any attack on the plant. A direct strike could release significant radioactivity and contaminate Gulf…

The Times of India

'No choice but to build atomic bomb': IRGC-linked media urges Iran to pursue nuclear weapon despite US deal

Iran has argued that it has "no choice" but to develop a nuclear weapon to guarantee its security, despite Tehran's recent commitment under a preliminary agreement with the United States not to pursue nuclear arms, according to a media report linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Bangkok Post

Israel and Lebanon hail Washington deal, rejected by Hezbollah

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Israel and Lebanon hailed an agreement signed Friday with the United States to pave a way towards peace on their front in the Middle East war, while Iran-backed Hezbollah warned the deal would thwart plans to resolve the broader conflict.

Bangkok Post

UN says Iran nuclear pledge needs ‘very strong’ verification

TEHRAN - Iran’s pledge not to build a nuclear weapon will need “very strong” verification, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday.

France 24

Iran nuclear pledge needs 'very strong' verification after war, IAEA chief says

A "very strong verification system" is needed in Iran to ensure the Islamic republic keeps its pledge not to develop nuclear weapons after the conflict in the Middle East ends, International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said on Friday. Iran's nuclear programme remains a key sticking point as Washington…

The Economic Times

'Very strong' nuclear verification needed in Iran after war: IAEA head

Following the Middle East conflict, the UN atomic watchdog chief stressed the urgent need for robust verification in Iran to prevent nuclear weapons development. IAEA head Rafael Grossi stated that while Iran denies such intentions, strong oversight is crucial. Talks are underway regarding Iran's uranium stockpile, with options including downblending…

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