The Latest Breaking News from United Nations

Why are ties between Russia and Israel ‘at lowest point since fall of the Soviet Union’?

Russia’s pro-Palestinian stance has inflamed tensions and underscored shift in relations since invasion of Ukraine

The Guardian - UK · Dec 30, 2023

Biden administration bypasses Congress on weapons sales to Israel

For second time in a month, US approves munitions for Israel while calling for end to mass civilian deaths.

Al Jazeera · Dec 30, 2023

UN calls emergency meeting after Russian strikes kill 31: ‘Attacks against civilians are unacceptable’

US, France and the UK condemn Russia’s onslaught as 31 people confirmed dead

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2023

'Exhausted' Gazans Desperate For War To End As Israel Presses Offensive

After nearly three months of deadly strikes, incessant displacements and sputtering humanitarian aid, "exhausted" Gazans say they are desperate for an end to the fighting as Israel's war against Hamas looks set to grind on into the new year.

International Business Times · Dec 30, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 675

At least 30 killed and 160 wounded across Ukraine in what Kyiv calls biggest Russian air attack of war; Poland claims Russian missile entered its airspace

The Guardian - AU · Dec 30, 2023

Hamas continues to use civilians as shields in Gaza

Amidst the chaos in Gaza, the humanitarian situation in Rafah is dire. Israel responds to Hamas threats, but aims to minimize harm to civilians and aid org...

Top News · Dec 30, 2023

Russian Strikes On Ukraine 'Appalling Assaults': Senior UN Official

A senior UN official condemned Russia on Friday for its "appalling assaults" on Ukraine involving some 158 missiles and drones, which Kyiv blamed for the deaths of at least 30 people.

International Business Times · Dec 29, 2023

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in complaint to World Court

A case at the UN’s top court urges actions to prevent ‘severe and irreparable harm’ against Palestinians

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2023

South Africa launches case at UN court accusing Israel of genocide

Nation asks international court of justice to issue provisional measures ordering ceasefire; Israel describes case as ‘blood libel’

The Guardian - UK · Dec 29, 2023

Israel-Hamas War Forces More Gazans To Flee South

Israel again pounded Gaza on Friday, nearly 12 weeks into the war that has devastated much of the besieged Palestinian territory and forced many hundreds of thousands to flee their homes.

International Business Times · Dec 29, 2023