The Latest Breaking News from United Nations

‘Everything is gone’: Israel destroys entire villages in Lebanon

Rights groups fear tactic of ‘domicide’ trialled in Gaza, where entire areas are made uninhabitable, is being used again

The Guardian - UK · Apr 12

Hormuz mine clearance, 'some headway' on Lebanon: What we know so far on US-Iran talks

The United States and Iran have commenced direct negotiations in Pakistan following a fragile ceasefire, marking a rare face-to-face engagement. Discussions are reportedly making headway, particularly on developments in Lebanon. Key issues on the table include Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missiles, regional influence, and control over the Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India · Apr 11

Secret discussions on resettling Chagos Islands after Starmer pauses Mauritius deal

Exclusive: The development comes as representatives of the Chagossians have asked the United Nations to intervene to prevent Keir Starmer ‘committing a crime against humanity’

The Independent UK · Apr 11

Kamala Harris Says She's 'Thinking About' Running for US President Again—Would You Vote for Her?

Kamala Harris has hinted at a potential 2028 presidential run, stirring debate within the Democratic Party and raising questions about her political future.

International Business Times UK · Apr 10

U.S. Demand for Mining Concessions in Return for Health Funding Prompts Backlash

African countries beef up lobbying to influence Trump’s transactional approach. Some see U.S. tactics as “colonialist.”

Capital & Main · Apr 10

Reform’s petulance over slavery reparations shows it just doesn’t grasp Britain’s place in the modern world

The party’s talk of visa bans for countries seeking reparative justice is not just undemocratic – it displays staggering ignorance about geopolitics, says professor of law and political economy Kojo Koram

The Guardian - UK · Apr 10

Ongoing wars 'not failure of UN but of member states', General Assembly President tells Euronews

The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.

Euronews · Apr 10

Cambodia's 72-year-old king says he has prostate cancer and is getting treatment in China

Cambodia’s King Norodom Sihamoni has announced he has prostate cancer and will undergo treatment in China

The Independent UK · Apr 10

World Press Photo 2026: Fires, conflict and migration mark prestigious annual award

A total of 42 incredible photographers have been chosen to vye for the overall 2026 World Press Photo Award. The longlist of regional winners portrays everything from the fires in Galicia to the protests in Madagascar. The photo of the year will be announced on 23 April in Amsterdam.

Euronews · Apr 10

Israel’s attacks on Lebanon could unravel the US-Iran ceasefire

Trump is on the verge of squandering a ceasefire that serves US interests for the sake of an unreliable ally

The Guardian - US · Apr 9