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2025

  • 17 juil 2025

    Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific

    Khaled Khiari’s briefing to the Security Council on Syria

    New York, 17 July 2025

    Mr. President,

    Thank you for convening this timely meeting, as Syria contends with another episode of violence that puts at risk its path to a peaceful, credible, orderly and inclusive political transition. Before I brief you on the latest strikes on Syria’s territory, allow me to first address the volatile context.

    On 12 July, a series of mutual kidnappings in the Druze-majority governorate of Suweida, southern Syria, escalated into armed clashes between Bedouin tribes and local Druze armed groups. On 14 July, the Syrian authorities started deploying security forces under the auspices of the Ministries of Defense and Interior, with the stated aim of “halting the clashes, restoring order, and pursuing those responsible for the events and bringing them before the competent judiciary.” The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed Special Envoy Pedersen and diplomatic missions that some of these security forces were attacked by Druze armed groups, ten were killed and others were abducted. There were also reports of the authorities’ security forces carrying out violations against civilians as they entered Suweida.

    The ensuing fighting resulted in hundreds of casualties among the Damascus security forces and Druze fighters, and tragically among Druze and Bedouin civilians, including women, children and elderly. Hundreds were also injured. There were further alarming reports of civilians, religious figures and detainees being subjected to extrajudicial executions and humiliating and degrading treatment. Footage of desecration and mutilation of corpses, as well as incidents of sectarian incitement and looting of private property, was widely circulated on social and conventional media, causing further trauma and fueling intercommunal tensions and violence.

    According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), civilians caught up in ongoing violence continued to face serious risks, with significant displacement and reports of damage to critical infrastructure, including water, electricity and telecommunications networks. Medical facilities in Suweida and Daraa are at or near capacity and further impacted by the cuts to electricity and water. Commercial supplies have been disrupted and access to the impacted areas remains severely constrained due to insecurity and road closures. The World Health Organization has dispatched emergency medical supplies to Daraa to support trauma care, but deliveries to Suweida remain pending due to security access. The UN and humanitarian partners are engaging with relevant authorities and are mobilizing to send teams to assess the needs and provide essential assistance as soon as the conditions allow.

    Mr. President,

    I reiterate the Secretary-General’s unequivocal condemnation of all violence against civilians, including all acts that fan the flames of sectarian tensions and rob the people of Syria of their opportunity for peace and reconciliation after fourteen (14) years of brutal conflict. Special Envoy Pedersen and his team on the ground are actively engaged with all parties to address the situation.

    Against this backdrop, I take note of the statement by the Syrian Office of the Presidency condemning the violations and committing to investigate and hold to account those responsible for them. I appeal to the Syrian authorities to ensure this investigation is transparent and in line with international standards, and is also completed fast, not least to instill confidence among all Syrians that their State will guarantee protection and justice for all citizens without distinction. As this Council has underlined in its Presidential Statement of 14 March 2025 (S/PRST/2025/4), “inclusive and transparent justice and reconciliation processes” are both important and urgent for sustainable peace in Syria.

    I further urge all parties to take constant care to protect civilians, including allowing them to move freely to seek safety and medical assistance. I call on all parties to safeguard infrastructure providing critical services like water and electricity; and to facilitate humanitarian access to people in need.

    Mr. President,

    Against this complicated and volatile backdrop, citing the violations against the Druze community and pledging to protect them, between 12 and 16 July, Israel resumed and intensified its airstrikes on Syrian territory. In this respect, I echo the Secretary-General's condemnation of Israel’s escalatory airstrikes, including on Suweida, Daraa, and in the center of the capital, Damascus.  The strikes targeted the  Damascus authorities’ forces and official buildings including the Ministry of Defense and the vicinity of the Presidential Palace, as well as the Mazzeh military airport. The Permanent Representative of Syria has informed the Secretary-General and the Security Council in his letter dated 16 July 2025 (S/2025/470) that these attacks have resulted in casualties among civilians and security forces. Israel also made statements regarding the redeployment of additional IDF troops on the Golan.

    Mr. President, on 15 and 16 July, hundreds of members of the Druze community from the occupied Syrian Golan and Syria gathered on both sides of the ceasefire line, in the presence of the IDF, in solidarity with the Druze community in Suweida. Some from the occupied Syrian Golan crossed the ceasefire line and traveled to Hadar on the Bravo side before subsequently returning.

    Mr. President,

    In addition to violating Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, Israel’s actions undermine efforts to build a new Syria at peace with itself and the region and further destabilize Syria at a sensitive time. It is essential that both Israel and Syria uphold the terms of the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement to preserve the ceasefire between both parties, and refrain from any action that would further undermine it and the stability on the Golan.

    Mr. President,

    I take note of ongoing efforts to establish a ceasefire, including as President al-Sharaa stated, through American, Arab and Turkish mediation. The situation on the ground is fluid, and as I speak, there are troubling reports of renewed violence in some areas that appears to be targeting Bedouin communities after the withdrawal of the Damascus security forces. I hope that the situation will solidify into genuine and lasting de-escalation on the ground that includes all sides and stakeholders. I take note of the arrangement announced by President al-Sharaa that security in the governorate will be maintained by “some local factions and spiritual leaders.” And I welcome his tribute to the Syrian people’s sacrifice over fourteen (14) years and their aspirations for freedom, dignity and equality, and that the Druze community is an integral part of the Syrian social fabric.

    Security and stability in Suweida, and indeed in post-Assad Syria can only be achieved through genuine reconciliation and with the participation of all components of Syria’s diverse society. I urge all Syrian stakeholders to commit to dialogue and emphasize the United Nations’ readiness to work alongside the Syrian people to support an inclusive and credible political transition that ensures accountability, fosters national healing and lays the foundation for Syria’s long-term recovery and prosperity.

    Allow me to conclude by reiterating this Council’s call, in the wake of another episode of sectarian violence and avoidable bloodshed in March 2025, for “the implementation of an inclusive, Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process, facilitated by the United Nations and based on the key principles listed in resolution 2254 (2015). This includes safeguarding the rights of all Syrians, regardless of ethnicity and religion. This political process should meet the legitimate aspirations of all Syrians, protect all of them and enable them to peacefully, independently and democratically determine their futures.” Only then, can Syria truly emerge from the legacy of conflict and embrace a peaceful future. The United Nations, with the guidance from this Council, stands ready to assist in this process. 

    Thank you, Mr. President.

  • 17 juil 2025

    Tripoli – As part of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya’s ongoing efforts to design a political roadmap that meets the needs of the Libyan people, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hanna Tetteh on...

  • 17 juil 2025

    During today’s briefing on the implementation of resolution 1701 (2006), the Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, told the United...

  • 17 juil 2025

    Reporting “constructive” discussions on Cyprus, UN Secretary‑General António Guterres announced on Thursday that four previously agreed trust‑building measures have been realized, technical work continues on two others, and the parties have agreed to expand cooperation on youth, environment, culture and civil society.

  • 17 juil 2025

    The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk has deplored deadly attacks in Sudan’s Kordofan region this week, his office said in a statement on Thursday.

  • 17 juil 2025

    From makeshift furniture in Gaza to metro classrooms in Ukraine and solar-powered tablets in Sudan, the UN is working to bring education to millions of crisis-affected children.

  • 17 juil 2025

    The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk has deplored deadly attacks in Sudan’s Kordofan region this week, his office said in a statement on Thursday.

  • 17 juil 2025

    The Security Council met on Thursday afternoon for an emergency session on Syria after deadly violence in the south and a wave of Israeli airstrikes that reportedly hit military sites and key locations in Damascus. Khaled Khiari, a senior UN political affairs official briefed ambassadors, warning that renewed bloodshed could derail prospects for a credible, inclusive political transition and widen regional fault lines. UN News App users can follow here.

  • 17 juil 2025

    UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the Israeli strike on Thursday that hit the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip. 

  • 17 juil 2025

    A surge in sectarian violence in southern Syria and Israeli airstrikes reaching central Damascus have pushed the war‑scarred country into a volatile juncture, a senior UN official said on Thursday, warning that renewed violence could shatter prospects for peace and fuel wider regional instability.

  • 17 juil 2025

    The UN humanitarian office (OCHA) reported mass displacement in Swedia, Syria after five days of sectarian violence between Bedouin tribal fighters, government forces and Druze militias. 

  • 16 juil 2025

    DPPA is requesting $800,000 in earmarked contributions for its work on Ukraine to enhance access to conflict-affected areas, conduct fact-finding, and strengthen political analysis and support to UN actors both on the ground and at Headquarters. In today’s dynamic environment, a fully funded Multi-Year Appeal (MYA) is essential to ensure an agile and effective UN response to one of the world’s most pressing political crises.

  • 16 juil 2025

    DPPA is requesting $1.7 million in earmarked contributions for its work on Sudan to respond to escalating crisis demands, strengthen political analysis and reporting, and advance strategic planning. A fully funded Multi-Year Appeal (MYA) will also enable follow-up to the Pact for the Future, which calls on the Secretary-General to actively leverage his good offices and ensure the United Nations is adequately equipped to lead and support mediation, good offices, and peacemaking in this rapidly evolving context.

  • 16 juil 2025

    DPPA is requesting $3 million in earmarked contributions for our work on the Middle East to sustain mediation, political analysis, and strategic engagement amid multiple interlocking crises.

  • 16 juil 2025

    TRIPOLI – Fifteen representatives of communities from across the Western region met with the Special Representative of the Secretary General to further discuss the security situation and share their...

  • 16 juil 2025

    More than 450 civilians were killed in recent “horrific attacks” in Sudan’s North Kordofan state which the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has condemned in the strongest possible terms. 

  • 16 juil 2025

    In violence-wracked Haiti, more than 5.7 million people are estimated to be food insecure, with many unable to meet their daily food needs.

  • 16 juil 2025

    The UN Security Council is meeting on the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where fresh Israeli evacuation orders have uprooted tens of thousands amid relentless bombardment claiming hundreds of civilian lives in recent weeks – many of them children. “Food is running out. Those seeking it risk being shot. People are dying trying to feed their families,” UN relief chief Tom Fletcher has just told ambassadors. Follow our real-time updates and key moments through our live UN Meetings Coverage page. UN News App users can join here.

  • 16 juil 2025

    In Gaza, illness, poverty, mass displacement and depleted services are leading to soaring stress levels and causing an increase in domestic violence, sexual exploitation and abuse, according to the UN sexual and reproductive health agency (UNFPA).  

  • 16 juil 2025

    New evacuation orders in Gaza issued by the Israeli military have uprooted tens of thousands of Palestinians, amid ongoing bombardment, aid agencies have warned.

  • 16 juil 2025

    Conditions in Gaza have reached an unspeakable level of devastation with children paying the highest price, top UN officials told the Security Council on Wednesday, warning of soaring child deaths, starvation and a shattered health system amid continuing bombardment and displacement.

  • 16 juil 2025

    Clashes between Bedouin tribal fighters, caretaker government forces and Druze militias stretched into their fourth day in Sweida on Wednesday while Israeli forces struck the Syrian capital, Damascus. 

  • 15 juil 2025

    TRIPOLI – Twenty-two young men and women from Murqub District and the surrounding area joined UNSMIL officials in an online consultation Monday to share their thoughts on the Advisory Committee’s...

  • 15 juil 2025

    Inter-ethnic violence in Syria’s predominantly Druze city of Sweida has been met with government intervention, Israeli airstrikes – and on Tuesday, a reported ceasefire announcement by Syria’s defence minister. 

  • 15 juil 2025

    Nearly 900 desperate and hungry Gazans have been killed in recent weeks trying to fetch food, with most deaths linked to private aid hubs run by the so-called Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said on Tuesday.

  • 15 juil 2025

    Intensifying clashes in Sudan’s Kordofan region between rival militaries have killed hundreds and wounded many more in recent days, warned the UN humanitarian affairs office (OCHA) on Tuesday. 

  • 15 juil 2025

    Relentless missile and drone strikes by Russian forces have killed and injured hundreds of civilians in Ukraine this month, continuing a devastating pattern of attacks far from the frontlines.

  • 15 juil 2025

    KABUL – During a visit to the Islam Qala border crossing, Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for Afghanistan Roza Otunbayeva called for...

  • 14 juil 2025
    Removing violence from politics and promoting inclusive political participation are central objectives of the Peace Agreement

     

    Bogotá, 14 July 2025. In his most recent report...

  • 14 juil 2025

    The head of UN child rights agency UNICEF has called for Israel to review its rules of engagement in Gaza after seven children were killed while waiting for water at a distribution point. 

  • 14 juil 2025

    Clashes on Sunday between Sunni Bedouin tribal fighters and Druze militia have reportedly left at least 30 dead in Syria’s predominantly-Druze city of Sweida. 

  • 14 juil 2025

    Amid runaway gang violence and crumbling state authority, the Security Council on Monday unanimously extended the mandate of the UN’s political mission in Haiti until the end of the year, amid escalating gang violence, political paralysis and a deepening humanitarian crisis threatening the country’s collapse.

  • 14 juil 2025

    The Security Council on Monday renewed the mandate of the UN mission in Yemen’s key port city of Hudaydah, as regional tensions spike and international concern mounts over recent Houthi rebel attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.

  • 14 juil 2025

    TRIPOLI – More than ten thousand people have completed UNSMIL’s online public poll, submitting their views on the best way to approach the political process to take Libya to elections...

  • 13 juil 2025

    Special Coordinator of the Secretary-General for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert met with Lebanese officials, including Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, this week in Beirut....

  • 12 juil 2025

    The fuel crisis in Gaza has reached a breaking point, threatening to bring all humanitarian operations to a halt and endangering the lives of everyone reliant on aid inside the enclave, UN agencies warned in a powerful joint statement on Saturday.

  • 11 juil 2025
    A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally.

    USG DiCarlo visits Bosnia and Herzegovina to mark 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide

    Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Rosemary DiCarlo visited Bosnia and Herzegovina for the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide. She met with Member of the Presidency Željko Komšić, Foreign Minister Dino Konaković, and Chair of the Council of Ministers Borjana Krišto to reaffirm UN support for peacebuilding, dialogue, and inclusion in the Western Balkans. She also visited the War Childhood Museum and engaged with civil society representatives working to bridge divides and empower women and youth. At the commemoration in Srebrenica held in Potočari on 11 July, she paid tribute to the victims and urged leaders to engage with the past through dialogue and responsibility — to help lay the foundation for a peaceful, inclusive future.

    Read her full remarks

    Special Envoy Grundberg warns Security Council of escalation risks in Yemen and Red Sea

    Briefing the Security Council on 9 July, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General Hans Grundberg expressed grave concern over recent attacks by Ansar Allah on two commercial ships in the Red Sea, which resulted in civilian casualties and raised environmental risks. He stressed that freedom of navigation must be protected and civilian infrastructure spared. Warning against Yemen’s deeper entanglement in regional crises, Grundberg called for the immediate and unconditional release of all arbitrarily detained personnel from the UN, NGOs, civil society, and diplomatic missions in the country.

    Read his full remarks

    Top donors gather in Berlin for 2025 Peacebuilding Fund Strategic Dialogue

    On 9–10 July, the Secretary-General’s Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) held its voluntary contributor Strategic Dialogue in Berlin, hosted by the German Federal Foreign Office. The PBF’s top 13 donors participated in the annual dialogue to discuss peacebuilding priorities, financing, and preparations for the fund's next Strategy (2027–2030). Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) Elizabeth Spehar opened the Dialogue with reflections on today’s growing peacebuilding demands, emphasizing growing demands and the need for sustainable funding. A panel featuring Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and head of MONUSCO in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Bintou Keita, UN Resident Coordinator for Guatemala José Miguel Barreto, and Deputy SRSG Mohamed Ag Ayoya of MINUSCA in the Central African Republic highlighted innovations and impact at the country level. Discussions also explored lessons from localization, strategic partnerships and peace finance, contributing to the 2025 Peacebuilding Architecture Review. Donors reaffirmed their commitment to a more responsive and effective UN peacebuilding system.

    Peacebuilding Commission explores the role of local private sector in sustaining peace

    On 9 July, the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) held an expert-level meeting to explore how the local private sector as peace agents in peacebuilding. Representatives from the African Development Bank, the Somali Development Bank, Investisseurs et Partenaires, and Shurako Capital shared their insights with the PBC on how local private investments can support peacebuilding initiatives. They emphasized that their investments address critical gaps left as a result of diminishing Official Development Assistance (ODA), as they often operate where government services are limited. By creating employment opportunities, promoting economic development, increasing tax revenues, and discouraging a return to conflict, local private investments play a vital role in peacebuilding due to their resilience. 

    Civil society–UN dialogue platform prepares for annual meeting

    On 11 July, DPPA's Peacebuilding Support Office (PBSO) and the CMI–Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation briefed PBC members on the Civil Society Organization–UN Dialogue and its role in connecting Member States and civil society on peacebuilding issues. The meeting also outlined plans for the next annual Dialogue, scheduled for December, and gathered Member State expectations for the event. Launched in 2023 by PBSO with civil society and UN partners, the Dialogue on Peacebuilding Initiative offers a platform—especially for Global South actors—to shape peacebuilding policies and enhance civil society engagement in line with the UN’s commitments under the Pact for the Future.

    Special Coordinator Hennis-Plasschaert meets Lebanese officials in Beirut

    Special Coordinator of the Secretary-General for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert met with Lebanese officials, including Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, this week in Beirut. Discussions focused on the importance of advancing the implementation of Security Council resolution 1701 and making progress on critical reforms to put Lebanon back on a path to recovery.

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    DSRSG Koury meets with Bani Walid leaders, urges inclusive political process

    On 13 July, DSRSG for Political Affairs in Libya Stephanie Koury met with municipal officials, civil society, and tribal leaders in Bani Walid. Participants voiced frustration over stalled national reconciliation, the status quo, and UNSMIL’s pace in advancing the political process. Koury emphasized that “only a genuine, inclusive and comprehensive process can address these longstanding challenges,” pledging UNSMIL’s readiness to identify spoilers and support national reconciliation. At the University of Bani Walid, discussions focused on the Advisory Committee’s options to resolve Libya’s political impasse. Participants were encouraged to complete the online poll to ensure their voices inform Libya’s political roadmap.

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    UNAMA hosts Working Group meetings in Doha to advance international engagement on Afghanistan

    The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) convened meetings of the Working Groups on counter-narcotics and the private sector in Doha on 30 June and 1 July. The discussions brought together representatives from 26 Member States and international organizations, Afghanistan’s de facto authorities, the United Nations, and 10 subject matter experts. Participants emphasized the need for greater international engagement, particularly to address the needs of women and girls and ensure their participation in Afghan society. Discussions also focused on creating viable economic opportunities to reduce reliance on illicit narcotics production and foster long-term stability.

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    SRSG Al Hassan engages national and regional leaders on elections, development, and social cohesion

    From 5 to 9 July, SRSG Mohamed Al Hassan held a series of meetings across Iraq to advance dialogue on national priorities and inclusive development. In Karbala, he met with Governor Nsayif Jassim Al-Khatabi and His Eminence Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, recognizing the historical role of the religious authority in promoting peace and social cohesion, and commending ongoing community development initiatives in education, health, and social services. In a press conference, he reaffirmed UN support for progress in the governorate and across Iraq. In Baghdad, the SRSG met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein to discuss preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections and regional issues. He also met with Head of the Supreme Judicial Council Judge Faiq Zaidan to explore ways to enhance judicial cooperation.

    In meetings with Head of Al-Nasr Coalition Haider Al-Abadi and Head of Iraqi Turkmen Front Mehmet Seman Ağa, he discussed electoral preparations and emphasized the importance of diversity, unity, and constitutional solutions—especially in Kirkuk. In Erbil, the SRSG met with Rêber Ahmed, Minister of Interior of the Kurdistan Region, to review cooperation on internally displaced persons and refugees, and reaffirm the UN’s continued partnership on humanitarian priorities.

    UN and Iraqi leaders advance cooperation on climate and peacebuilding

    In Baghdad, UN Resident Coordinator Ghulam Isaczai joined key Iraqi officials in two high-level meetings this week to strengthen collaboration on climate action and peacebuilding. On 7 July, he co-chaired the Environment and Climate Change Policy Advisory Group with Environment Minister Dr. Hallo Al-Askari, focusing on Iraq’s preparations for COP30 and efforts to rehabilitate the Tanjero River in Sulaymaniyah. On 9 July, he convened the inaugural Steering Committee meeting for a UN Peacebuilding Fund-supported project in Sinjar, alongside Prime Minister’s Advisor Dr. Zidan Khalaf and Deputy Planning Minister Dr. Maher Johan. The Committee endorsed the project’s workplan and terms of reference.

    UNAMI, IHEC discuss preparations for November parliamentary elections

    On 7 July in Baghdad, UNAMI hosted Iraq’s Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) to review preparations for the 11 November Council of Representatives elections. SRSG Mohamed Al Hassan underscored the importance of an Iraqi-led process that is free, fair, and transparent. He emphasized IHEC’s independence, public trust, and the elections’ role in strengthening democratic institutions. He also called on political parties to uphold a code of conduct, reject misuse of money in politics, and ensure inclusive participation, particularly by women and minorities.

    UNRCCA and UNOCT brief Member States on counter-terrorism early warning network

    On 8 July, UNRCCA and UNOCT co-hosted a high-level briefing at UN Headquarters on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia. The meeting highlighted the initiative’s scope, progress, and strategic relevance, calling for greater political, technical, and financial support. SRSG Kaha Imnadze noted the intensifying regional challenges related to violent extremism. Two research papers—on online propaganda and Afghanistan’s impact on Central Asia—were presented. Member States voiced strong support, underlining the importance of information-sharing and capacity-building for regional security. 

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    From Sinaí, Cauca: Images that tell the story of peace

    On 7 July, in the village of Sinaí, Argelia municipality, Cauc), the UN Verification Mission in Colombia held an educational day focused on peace and reconciliation, with active participation from children, adolescents, and Peace Agreement signatories from nearby communities. The event was supported by the municipal mayor’s office and accompanied by the Agency for Reintegration and Normalisation (ARN) and the Ombudsman’s Office. As part of Colombia’s Week of Peace, participants engaged with the immersive virtual reality experience #PathwaysColombia to explore progress in implementing the Agreement. They also took part in a collective memory exercise using analogue photography—capturing images that reflect their experiences, hopes, and commitment to building peace.

     

    Territory for peace: Jaidukamá reclaims its ancestral lands

    On 10 July, in the municipality of Ituango, Antioquia, a symbolic act marked the restitution of 2,143 hectares to the Jaidukamá Indigenous Reserve, home to the Embera Eyabida people. Accompanied by local authorities and institutions, the event recognized the rights of a community that has endured conflict, displacement, and the threat of landmines. The Peace Agreement explicitly includes provisions for the humanitarian demining of the Jaidukamá territory in Ituango, as part of the implementation of its Ethnic Chapter.

    New Zealand contributes to DPPA’s Multi-Year Appeal

    This week, we thank New Zealand for its generous contribution of $452,750 to DPPA's Multi-Year Appeal to support our conflict prevention and mediation work.

     

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    Next Week

    On Friday, the Security Council will hear from SRSG Carlos Ruiz Massieu on Colombia. 

  • 11 juil 2025

     The Secretary-General strongly condemns the resumption of Houthi attacks on civilian vessels transiting the Red Sea, especially the attacks that took place over 6 to 8...

  • 11 juil 2025

    TRIPOLI – Thirty-four youth from across the south of Libya joined Deputy Special Representative for the Secretary General Stephanie Koury in an online youth consultation...

  • 11 juil 2025

    Remarks by Rosemary A. DiCarlo,

    United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

    at the Srebrenica Genocide Commemoration

    Potočari, 11 July 2025

     

    Survivors, families of victims and distinguished guests,

    It is an honour to join you today, on behalf of the United Nations Secretary-General, in solemn remembrance of the victims of the genocide in Srebrenica.

    As we mark the United Nations International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica, we stand in grief with survivors and families. We pay tribute to their strength, dignity and enduring pursuit of justice.

    The genocide in Srebrenica remains one of the darkest chapters in Europe’s recent history – a stark reminder of the consequences of hatred, division and the failure to protect civilians.

    As the Secretary-General stated at the General Assembly commemoration on 8 July:  “We acknowledge hard truths. Thirty years ago, the United Nations and the world failed the people of Srebrenica. This collective failure was not an accident of history. It was the result of policies, propaganda and international indifference.”

    The pain of Srebrenica is still deeply felt. Recognition of the facts as established by courts of law, acknowledgment of victims’ suffering, and accountability for the crimes committed are essential for building mutual understanding, trust, and lasting peace – and for preventing future atrocity crimes.

    Denial of genocide and historical revisionism harm survivors and erode the foundations of peace and justice.

    As we commemorate the victims, we also acknowledge the suffering of all innocent civilians during the conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

    Rebuilding trust is a long road – one that begins with remembrance.

    We urge all political leaders to seize this moment to address the legacy of the past with dialogue, responsibility and a commitment to fostering an environment of respect and inclusion, laying the foundations for a stable and democratic society for everyone in this beautiful country.

    The United Nations remains steadfast in its support for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina in their efforts to build a peaceful, just and inclusive society.

    The legacy of Srebrenica must be a world that never again turns away in the face of atrocity.

    Thank you.

  • 11 juil 2025

    Following the deaths of several children in an Israeli strike on Palestinians waiting in line for nutritional supplements in central Gaza on Thursday, UN humanitarian officials have once again condemned the killings of people at aid distribution sites in the enclave.

  • 11 juil 2025

    The UN Secretary-General issued a statement on Friday condemning the latest Houthi rebel attacks on shipping in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen.

  • 11 juil 2025

    Between October 2024 and June this year, Haiti has been caught in a vicious and unending cycle. First, gang violence expanded westward into the Artibonite and Centre Departments.

  • 10 juil 2025

    The UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, is deeply concerned by the recent escalation by Ansar Allah in the Red Sea, including the attack that led to the...

  • 10 juil 2025

    BANI WALID – The municipal council, community leaders, elected officials, civil society representatives, including women and youth leaders, and...

  • 10 juil 2025

    Systematic rape and sexual violence are being used as weapons of war in Darfur, the International Criminal Court (ICC) warned on Thursday, as part of a widening investigation into what its Deputy Prosecutor said are escalating atrocities against civilians in the conflict-ridden region.

  • 10 juil 2025

    UN agencies on Thursday warned of devastating recent attacks across Ukraine due to Russian strikes, record civilian casualties recorded last month – and growing deprivation facing children under fire across the country.

  • 10 juil 2025

    The head of the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has voiced deep dismay over the “unconscionable” killing of children during an aid distribution in the central Gaza Strip on Thursday. 

  • 9 juil 2025

    TRIPOLI – Noting increased reports of continued military build-up in and around Tripoli, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) strongly urges all parties to refrain from using force,...

  • 9 juil 2025

    UNHQ, New York 

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