Adopting separate resolutions, the United Nations Security Council has extended the mandates of the Organization’s Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) and the African Union-UN Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). Unanimously adopting resolution 2426 (2018), on Friday, the 15-memer Security Council renewed, … read more
The United Nations launched, on Saturday, a major plan to support countries in Africa’s Sahel region promote sustainable peace and inclusive growth, as well as empower women and youth. Speaking at the launch, Mohamed Ibn Chambas, the Special Representative of … read more
With new solutions proposed, and new partnerships established, the United Nations Secretary-General told delegates from Member States attending the first ever High-Level Conference on Counter-Terrorism, that he was committed to meeting the challenge of “keeping your citizens safe”. “We must … read more
According to UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, the visit will also highlight the “generosity” of Bangladesh in hosting the refugees as well as the need for the international community “to do more.” During the mission, the Secretary-General will be joined by … read more
Despite international efforts, the number of people killed or injured by landmines and other explosive hazards has risen following years of decline, the Security Council heard on Friday. Alexandre Zouev, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Rule of Law and Security Institutions, said … read more