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US urges countries to withdraw from UN nuke ban treaty
The United States is urging countries that have ratified a UN treaty to ban nuclear weapons to withdraw their support as the pact nears the 50...
UN chief welcomes further release of detainees in Yemen
"This is an important step in the implementation of the Stockholm Agreement and is the largest prisoner exchange since the start of the conflict. It...
'Corruption criminal, immoral, ultimate betrayal of public trust'
The secretary-general called on governments to be careful and not act in haste, making sure to vet suppliers, and ensure fair pricing of essential...
Violence undermines efforts for Afghan peace talks: UN
A UN mission said on Thursday that the ongoing violence in Afghanistan's Helmand province has undermined the efforts for "progress and building...
Pakistan, China, Russia win seats on UNHRC, US slams rights body
Pakistan along with China, Russia and Cuba won seats on the UN Human Rights Council despite strong opposition from activist groups over their abysmal...
Human Rights Council elections to be held in UNGA Hall
The Human Rights Council is an inter-governmental body within the UN system made up of 47 states responsible for the promotion and protection of all...
UN warns against pursuing herd immunity to stop coronavirus
The head of the World Health Organization warned against the idea that herd immunity might be a realistic strategy to stop the pandemic, dismissing...
Egypt hosts UN-brokered Libyan peace talks
Meanwhile, Libya's interim government appreciated Egypt's effective role in preserving the security and unity Tripoli, calling on the parties to...