The Latest Breaking News from United Nations

Rwandan troops ‘dying in large numbers in DRC’, despite official denials of role

Exclusive: Sources say thousands of RDF killed supporting M23 rebels in eastern Congo, intensifying pressure on Kigali

The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2025

Rebels are continuing their march in eastern Congo – what is their long-term goal?

In late January, a rebel group that has long caused mayhem in the sprawling African nation of Democratic Republic of Congo took control of Goma, a major city of about 2 million people on the border with Rwanda in the country’s east.

The Conversation · Feb 7, 2025

Kenya Deploys Additional 144 Police To Haiti

A new contingent of Kenyan police officers arrived in Haiti on Thursday to bolster a UN-backed security mission, AFP journalists observed, as the United States reiterated its support but called for a "new direction."

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025

Trump’s Gaza and Ukraine plans come under the spotlight

Steve Bannon may no longer be in Donald Trump’s inner circle, but the newly reinstated US president appears to be adhering to a dictum the conservative disrupter-in-chief outlined back in 2018 as he reflected on his role in getting Trump elected the first time. “The Democrats don’t matter. The real…

The Conversation · Feb 6, 2025

Future looks dire for UN Palestinian refugee agency, says UNRWA chief

The head of the U_N_ agency for Palestinian refugees, Philippe Lazzarini, says an Israeli ban on his institution has not forced it to halt its services so far but that in the long run, the agency faces an “existential threat.”

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

From Gaza to tariffs, Donald Trump’s chaotic actions should instil fear in us all

Letters: Joanne Kennedy says she is now carrying her US passport and social security card at all times as immigrants like her are scared. Plus letters from Paul Sawbridge, Jane Braithwaite and Susan Ohanian

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2025

DR Congo court issues arrest warrant for rebel leader Corneille Nangaa

Nangaa is the leader of the Congo River Alliance that includes M23 fighters.

Al Jazeera · Feb 6, 2025

‘A crying need’: Goma hospitals plead for blood donors after M23 assault

Facilities overwhelmed by wounded people and unable to get supplies in or transport patients out

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2025

Where does Trump’s renewed ‘maximum pressure’ leave any Iran-US deal?

Trump says he wants Iran to prosper, but signed a presidential memorandum to pledge more action against Iran.

Al Jazeera · Feb 6, 2025

Israel follows US in boycotting UN Human Rights Council

Organisation’s spokesperson says Israel’s observer status means it cannot formally withdraw from the body.

Al Jazeera · Feb 6, 2025