The Latest Breaking News from United Nations

Israel’s ‘chilling disregard’ for life in occupied West Bank: Amnesty

During its war in Gaza, Israel has unleashed unlawful lethal force against Palestinians in the West Bank, NGO says.

Al Jazeera · Feb 5, 2024

UN to investigate claims of corruption in Iraq aid project

Guardian report found staff allegedly sought bribes in return for helping people win deals as part of $1.5bn construction programme

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

First Thing: US Senate releases draft bill to secure aid to Ukraine and Israel

Biden urges Congress to pass bill that includes measures to temporarily close US-Mexico border if more than 5,000 undocumented people cross a day. Plus, why we should prioritize friendships

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

A new start after 60: I was going to travel the world – then I found a deeper purpose

Steve Wallis wanted to spend his retirement exploring countries he was yet to visit. But when he became ill, it emboldened him to help others

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

Trump Says RNC Could See Changes When Asked About Chairwoman McDaniel

In recent months, tensions have arose between the RNC and Trump, who was quick to disassociate himself from the organization during a Sunday interview.

International Business Times · Feb 5, 2024

Middle East crisis: Drone strike in Syria reported to have killed six members of US-backed Kurdish-led group – as it happened

Six members of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have reportedly been killed at a base which also houses US forces

The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2024

Blinken Heads To Mideast To Press For Truce

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will kick off another Mideast crisis tour on Monday in a bid to secure a new truce in the Israel-Hamas war, as southern Gaza saw no let-up in fighting.

International Business Times · Feb 5, 2024

Houthis may sabotage western internet cables in Red Sea, Yemen telecoms firms warn

UN-recognised government and telecoms firms speak of threat to digital infrastructure, with some cables lying 100m below surface

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024

Nikki Haley: Trump spends more time ‘ranting’ than fighting for American people

Ahead of South Carolina primary Republican candidate attacks Trump for being more concerned with himself than with the country

The Guardian - US · Feb 4, 2024

Houthis Vow Response After US, UK Strike Yemen Targets

Yemen's Houthis said Sunday US and British air strikes "will not deter us" and vowed a response after dozens of targets were hit in retaliation for the Iran-backed rebels' repeated Red Sea attacks.

International Business Times · Feb 4, 2024