As Palestinians in the Occupied Palestinian Territory prepare to go to the polls on 25 April, the United Nations Deputy Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Dr. Ramiz Alakbarov, welcomes the efforts of the Central Elections Commission to organize local elections in the West Bank and the municipality of Deir al-Balah in the Gaza Strip. “Saturday’s elections represent an important opportunity for Palestinians to exercise their…
The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) on 22 April, officially handed over the newly rehabilitated 37‑kilometre stretch Abyei–Agok road, a key supply route constructed by its Vietnamese Military Construction Engineering Contingent 4. The re-opening of the road, which serves as a lifeline for communities across Abyei, will support the delivery of humanitarian aid, economic recovery and peacekeeping efforts. The rehabilitation…
New York / Brussels, 23 April 2026 – The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in Sudan has received new funding from the European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) to support mine action activities aimed at improving civilian safety, humanitarian access, and early recovery in conflict-affected areas of Sudan. The €3 million contribution will support the implementation of the 18-month project “Rebuilding Sudan: Mine…
UPPER NILE – It’s a little after 8:00 am in Bentiu, but the temperature is already above 32 degrees Celsius. In bulletproof vests and helmets, a team of 23 peacekeepers from Mongolia serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan listen attentively as Captain Bilguun Mandakhbayar briefs them about the mission they are about to undertake. He tries to keep it light and positive, because the journey will not be. Their mission is to drive up…
Mr. President, Distinguished Members of the Council, Excellencies, It is an honor to brief you today on the latest developments in Haiti in the presence of Prime Minister Alix Dider Fils-Aimé. This underscores the strong commitment of the Haitian authorities to engage directly with the Council at this critical juncture. I also welcome the participation of the Special Representative of the Gang Suppression Force, Jack Christofides, whose recent…
Rocrocdong – Climate shocks have costs beyond their direct visible impact as it is the case in places such as Bentiu, where flooding has forced communities to abandon their now-submerged villages and find what is likely to be permanent sanctuary in specially protected areas. In Western Bahr El Ghazal, increased deforestation had a more indirect impact, forcing cattle keepers to explore new routes during the migration season, with their journeys…
Bogotá, 6 March 2026. The Government of Japan announced a contribution of USD 4.5 million to support mine action efforts in Colombia through the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS). This support will help strengthen the country’s institutional and operational capacities to address contamination from anti-personnel mines and other explosive devices in areas most affected by the armed conflict. The cooperation was formalized during a note…
I very much welcome the release of the Israeli hostages held in Gaza. I am profoundly relieved that they have regained their freedom and will be soon reunited with their loved ones after the immense suffering they have…
This morning from Sharm El-Sheikh, the Secretary-General called Israeli President Isaac Herzog to welcome the release of the remaining live Israeli hostages from Gaza. The Secretary-General recalled the many meetings he had…
The Secretary-General welcomes the continued implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza, based on the proposal by US President Donald J. Trump, including the release of Israeli hostages, and Palestinian detainees . He commends…
Just before noon yesterday, an Israeli drone dropped a grenade that exploded near a UNIFIL position in Kafer Kela. One peacekeeper was lightly injured and received medical assistance. Before the grenade was dropped…
Didier Vignon Dossou-Gbakon Bunia, 10 October 2025 – After two weeks of intensive exercises, 120 members of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) completed, on Friday 10 October 2025, a specialized…
A strong wave of mobilization marked the high-level session of the Interinstitutional and Interministerial Task Force on Disarmament, Dismantling, Reintegration and the Reduction of Community Violence (SNDDR-RCV), held in…
Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia and the Americas Miroslav Jenča Remarks to the Security Council on Venezuela New York, 10 October 2025 Thank you, Mr. President, Excellencies, In mid-August, an increased…
A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally. Secretary-General calls for renewed action on women, peace and security On 7 October, the Security Council held its…
Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Martha Ama Akyaa Pobee Remarks to the Security Council on Cooperation between the UN and regional and subregional organizations (AU) New York, 7 October 2025 Mr. President, Excellencies…
UNMIK welcomes the decision by the Central Election Commission to accredit Serbian-language media outlets and others who were previously denied accredition to cover the upcoming municipal elections. The decision assists the…
The Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) commemorated Client Service Week 2025 with a spirited celebration that blended recognition, reflection, and renewed purpose. Held from October 6 to 10, the week unfolded under the…
Stability in south Lebanon was deeply shaken by the intense hostilities of 2023–2024. Many people were displaced, homes and livelihoods were lost, and the impact remains visible today. While the situation has improved since…