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Voices: Gaza is proof the United Nations is no longer fit for purpose

COMMENT: Finally, the United Nations has declared a manmade famine in Gaza – but its inability to prevent it in the first place, or to offer meaningful assistance now to those who are starving, exposes a bankruptcy at the heart of the global order, says Ahmed Najar

The Independent UK

Europeans Tell Iran Offer On Table To Avoid Sanctions

European powers said Friday they were ready to drop a new sanctions push on Iran if it addresses concerns on its nuclear program over the next month, but Tehran denounced the offer as insincere.

International Business Times

Iran faces 'snapback' of sanctions over its nuclear program. Here's what that means

France, Britain and Germany have threatened to trigger the “snapback mechanism” that automatically reimposes all United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program

The Independent UK

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UN Security Council meets to discuss Israel-Hamas war and Gaza hostage situation

Members of the UN Security Council offered their sympathy to Israeli hostages after a video showing an emaciated captive was released by Hamas, but called on Israel to end its self-created humanitarian catastrophe and allow more aid to enter the besieged territory.

Euronews

Russia’s Medvedev issues warning as Moscow says not bound by missile treaty

Ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warns of ‘further steps’, blaming NATO’s ‘anti-Russian policy’.

Al Jazeera

Israel repeatedly denying visas for several heads of agencies working in Gaza, UN says

Visas for the local leaders of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the human rights agency OHCHR and the agency supporting Palestinians in Gaza, UNRWA, have not been renewed in recent months.

Euronews

UN officials urge Israel, Iran to show ‘restraint’ at emergency meeting

Iran’s UN envoy told Security Council Israel’s attack amounts to ‘declaration of war’ and promised a ‘decisive’ response.

Al Jazeera

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Syria's foreign minister to appear at UN Security Council in first US visit since al-Assad's fall

The Trump administration has yet to officially recognise the current Syrian government, led by Ahmad al-Sharaa, an Islamist former insurgent who led the offensive that toppled Assad.

Euronews

Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world?

Freed Israeli hostage Eli Sharabi has expressed his anger during an appearance at the U.N. Security Council for having to suffer for so long and worry every day about being killed

The Independent UK

EU Foreign Affairs Chief Slams Rise Of The 'Rule Of Force'

The EU's foreign affairs chief on Tuesday told the UN Security Council that Russia's invasion of Ukraine was just one of a rising number of cases where the "rule of force" has replaced international law.

International Business Times

Three Years After Russia Invasion, UN Faces Difficult Votes On Ukraine

Defying Kyiv and its European allies, Washington plans on Monday to submit to the UN Security Council and General Assembly a draft text that calls for a "swift end" to the Ukraine conflict but makes no reference to its territorial integrity, in an early test of Donald Trump's muscular approach…

International Business Times

Israel Withdraws But Keeps Five Positions In South Lebanon

On Tuesday, Lebanon said any Israeli presence on its soil constituted "occupation", warning it would refer to the UN Security Council to push Israel to withdraw and that its armed forces were ready to assume duties at the border.

Latin Times

Rwanda-Backed Rebels Capture Goma, Congo's Largest City

Rwanda-backed rebels capture Goma, escalating conflict in eastern Congo. UN calls for ceasefire and protection of civilians.

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The US ambassador to the UN is tasked with doing a careful dance between Washington and the world

New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican, is set to testify before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Jan. 16, 2025, as part of her confirmation process to become the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.

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Blinken To Focus On AI And Sudan At UN

Secretary Blinken leads U.N. Security Council discussions on artificial intelligence and Sudan, showcasing U.S. priorities and commitment to global challenges.

The Independent UK

Blinken will avoid Ukraine and the Middle East at a divided UN Security Council

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will make what's likely his final trip in office to the United Nations this week

Al Jazeera

UN General Assembly demands ‘immediate’ ceasefire in Gaza, supports UNRWA

UN members vote overwhelmingly to demand a ceasefire in Gaza and in support of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.

The Independent UK

Palestinians urge support for UN resolutions demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire

The Palestinians have urged U.N. member nations to support resolutions demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and backing the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees that Israel has moved to ban

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Australia has long aligned with the US on sanctions. With Trump’s return, this is an increasingly dangerous approach

Last month, US Republican lawmakers renewed calls to sanction officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in retaliation for the arrest warrants it issued against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.

Al Jazeera

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire

Vote marks fourth time Joe Biden’s administration has vetoed a UNSC Gaza ceasefire resolution since Israel’s war began.

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G20 Leaders Call For Global Pact To Combat Hunger

G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro addressed global issues, proposed a global pact to combat hunger, increased aid for Gaza, and called for UN Security Council r...

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Biden Administration Silent On Anti-Israel UN Resolution Vote

Biden administration's silence on anti-Israel resolution at UN Security Council raises concerns and criticism. Stakeholders await Security Council vote out...

Evening Standard

‘We will never let up’ over Ukraine, Lammy tells Russia

David Lammy warned that faith in international law may ‘never return’ unless Vladimir Putin fails as he attended a UN Security Council session.

The Independent UK

David Lammy berates Russian counterpart for using phone during UN meeting on Sudan ceasefire

David Lammy berated Russia’s first deputy permanent representative to the UN for fiddling with his mobile phone during a UN Security Council session on a joint UK-Sierra Leone draft resolution calling for a national ceasefire on Monday, 18 November.

Al Jazeera

Russia vetoes Sudan ceasefire resolution at UN Security Council

UK slams Russia for vetoing resolution urging immediate end to hostilities, talks to reach ‘national ceasefire’.

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