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The Latest Breaking News from the UN Security Council

Why are there UN peacekeepers in Lebanon – and why is Netanyahu claiming they’re helping Hezbollah?

Five UNIFIL peacekeepers have been wounded in attacks since Israel began a ground campaign against Hezbollah

The Independent UK

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

Indonesia Condemns Israel For Injuring UN Peacekeepers In Lebanon

Indonesia criticizes Israel for injuring UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, sparking international condemnation.

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Macron says France will not tolerate 'deliberate' targeting of UN peacekeepers by Israel

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday condemned the "deliberate" targeting of UN peacekeepers by Israel after UN peacekeepers in Lebanon were wounded by Israeli fire for the second day running. Earlier France summoned the Israeli ambassador to discuss the attacks on UN bases, which constitute “serious violations of international law”,…

France 24

UN extends Kenyan policing mission in Haiti in futile attempt to tackle gangs

Haiti is being choked to death by its 200 or so violent criminal gangs. The latest figures to be released by the UN suggest that more than 3,600 people have been killed in the country since January, including over 100 children, while more than 500,000 Haitians have been displaced.

The Conversation

One year of war in Gaza: The key dates in the Israel-Hamas conflict

One year after the October 7 attacks, war continues to rage between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Despite efforts to reach a diplomatic solution, the fighting has now expanded into neighbouring Lebanon. FRANCE 24 looks back on the timeline of this unprecedented escalation in the Middle East.

France 24

Middle East latest: Israeli strike kills at least 6 in Beirut as foreign nationals evacuate

At least six people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on an apartment building in Beirut overnight, Lebanon’s Health Ministry said, as governments around the world scrambled to evacuate their citizens from the country

The Independent UK

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UN security council needs major changes – permanent seats for African countries is just one

Recently, the US ambassador to the United Nations announced America’s support for the creation of two new permanent UN security council seats for African states. Gary Wilson, a scholar of international law and relations – specifically issues related to the United Nations – argues that although Africa’s time may have…

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Haiti Security Mission Extended For One Year As WFP Sounds Alarm

The UN Security Council extended on Monday its authorization of the multinational policing mission in crime-ravaged Haiti, but without any call to transform it into a UN peacekeeping mission, as floated by Port-au-Prince.

International Business Times

Israel ‘needs to listen’ to international community, Albanese says as Wong calls for Lebanon and Gaza ceasefires

Anthony Albanese urges Benjamin Netanyahu to ‘listen to the international community’ as Penny Wong addresses New York gathering

The Guardian - AU

Israeli attacks against journalists, media freedom decried at UNSC

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu says attacks are meant to prevent the world from knowing what is happening in Gaza.

Al Jazeera

UN Chief Warns Of Escalating Crisis In Lebanon

UN Secretary-General warns of Lebanon crisis, urges peace to prevent catastrophic war. Growing concerns over escalating violence in Lebanon and potential c...

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Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza and limiting UN veto power: Takeaways from Macron’s speech at the UN

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday took to the podium at the United Nations General Assembly and reiterated his unwavering support for Ukraine, but also called for Israel to end its “escalation” in Lebanon and suggested that the UN Security Council limit veto power in certain cases. Here are the…

France 24

‘We are about to see a repeat of Gaza’ in Lebanon, warns Palestinian ambassador

THE Palestinian ambassador to the UK has said that we are about to see a “repeat” of Gaza in Lebanon ...

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Russia treating own citizens as ‘bits of meat to fling into grinder’, says Keir Starmer in UN address

The Prime Minister said Russia was responsible for ‘colossal human suffering’ as a result of the conflict in Ukraine

The Guardian - US

Zelenskyy appeals to global south to help ‘force Russia into peace’

Ukrainian president accuses Putin of violating UN foundations and says war cannot be ended by talks alone

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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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France Calls For Emergency UN Security Council Meeting On Lebanon

France urges de-escalation and calls for UN Security Council meeting to address strikes in Lebanon, emphasizing prevention of widespread conflict.

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Lebanon And Israel Clash At UN Over Hezbollah Attacks

Lebanon and Israel clash at the UN Security Council over recent attacks, escalating tensions and accusations of terrorism.

The Conversation

Sudan’s civilians urgently need protection: the options for international peacekeeping

In September 2024, the United Nations’ independent fact-finding mission to Sudan issued its first report. Citing grave human rights violations amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the report called for the immediate deployment of an independent and impartial force to protect civilians.

The Independent UK

Jamaican soldiers and police arrive in Haiti to help fight criminal gangs

Two dozen soldiers and police officers from Jamaica has arrived in Haiti to join a U.N.-backed mission led by Kenya to fight powerful gangs

International Business Times

US Calls For Africa To Get Two Permanent UN Security Council Seats

The United States called Thursday for two permanent seats on the UN Security Council to be reserved for African nations, alongside a rotating seat for small developing island nations.

France 24

UN Security Council renews Sudan sanctions, NGOs say it's not enough

The UN Security Council has unanimously agreed to renew sanctions on Sudan over the devastating toll 18 months of war have taken on civilians. But some human rights activists remain concerned the measures do not go far enough, as violations, abuse and possible war crimes continue.

Latin Times

As international mission in Haiti falters, U.S. seeks to turn it into a U.N. peacekeeping operation

The proposed switch would address funding shortfalls, as such missions are typically financed through member nations' assessed contributions

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UN Security Council Reform Gains Momentum

Explore the push for reform in the UN Security Council to increase diversity and effectiveness in global decision-making.

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