The Latest Breaking News from United Nations

M23 rebels advance towards second DR Congo regional capital

The Rwandan-backed armed group M23 moved south as it closed in on a key military airport in DR Congo on Friday, a day after pledging to take the capital Kinshasa and as international criticism mounted.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 31, 2025

Which countries will Trump’s foreign aid suspension hurt most?

The decision comes as President Donald Trump pushes for all government departments to prioritise ‘America First’.

Al Jazeera · Jan 31, 2025

Afternoon Update: black box recovered after US plane crash; email stuff-up mocks doctors; and David Beckham’s underwear shoot

All 67 people onboard American Airlines plane and military helicopter died, including as many as 14 figure skaters and coaches

The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2025

Nicaragua Legislature Cements 'Absolute Power' Of President, Wife

Nicaraguan strongman Daniel Ortega and his wife were granted control of all state powers Thursday under a constitutional amendment ratified by the country's legislature that also elevated her to the position of "co-president."

International Business Times · Jan 31, 2025

Millions of new funding for programmes to educate would-be migrants

On a visit to Tunisia on Friday, Foreign Secretary David Lammy will unveil new cash for UK-funded projects.

Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2025

Canadian Passport Visa-Free Countries

Check out the list of visa-free countries for Canadian passport holders and learn about visa-on-arrival and eVisa options for seamless travel.

inkl · Jan 30, 2025

Rwanda’s evolving stature ensures muted global pressure as M23 advances in eastern Congo

In 2012, when M23 rebels appeared poised to seize control of a major city in eastern Congo, western countries suspended aid to put pressure on Rwanda to withdraw its support

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025

Macron calls for UN action as gang violence in Haiti worsens

As Haiti’s crisis deepens, marked by rampant gang violence and political instability, French President Emmanuel Macron has urged the United Nations to consider a peacekeeping mission. Macron met on Wednesday in Paris with Haiti's transitional president, Leslie Voltaire.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 30, 2025

Rep. Elise Stefanik's UN Ambassador Nomination Advances To Full Vote

Rep. Elise Stefanik garners bipartisan support for U.S. Ambassador to the UN nomination, poised for confirmation.

Top News · Jan 30, 2025

Lula Says If Trump Hikes Tariffs, Brazil Will Reciprocate

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Thursday that if US counterpart Donald Trump hiked tariffs on Brazilian products, he would reciprocate -- but that he would prefer improved relations over a trade war.

International Business Times · Jan 30, 2025