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Ukraine: UN official urges restraint, renews call for just and lasting peace

Adedeji Ebo, Director and Deputy to the UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, delivered the appeal at a Security Council briefing on the ongoing crisis, now nearing its 1,000-day mark since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. Mr. Ebo warned that the situation remains dire for civilians, with intensifying attacks resulting in a record number … Read moreUkraine: UN official urges restraint, renews call for just and lasting peace

SECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Ukraine President set to brief, as UN chief calls for ‘just peace’

The UN Security Council is due to be briefed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zellenskyy in New York on Tuesday as he seeks support for a new “victory plan” from world leaders. Earlier, the UN Secretary-General told the General Assembly there was no let up in Russia’s full-scale invasion and it’s time now for a just … Read moreSECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Ukraine President set to brief, as UN chief calls for ‘just peace’

‘Fragility of peace’ depicted in giant new mural on UN tower in Vienna

The artwork by Australian artist Fintan Magee is in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and September’s pivotal Summit of the Future.  “This work examines the human elements in the role of the UN and the fragility of peace. Lasting stability should never be taken for granted and will always require continued diplomacy and … Read more‘Fragility of peace’ depicted in giant new mural on UN tower in Vienna

‘High time for peace’, UN chief says, as Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters third year

“Two years on and a decade since Russia’s attempted illegal annexation of Ukraine’s Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol, the war in Ukraine remains an open wound at the heart of Europe,” António Guterres said. “It is high time for peace – a just peace, based on the UN Charter, international law … Read more‘High time for peace’, UN chief says, as Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters third year

INTERVIEW: Ukrainian children express ‘innocent hope for peace’

The deaths of over 10,000 civilians have been verified by the UN human rights office, OHCHR, since the invasion began in February 2022, although the actual number of fatalities could be much higher.  Over 10 million people have been forced to flee their homes, including more than 6.3 million who have sought refuge outside Ukraine. … Read moreINTERVIEW: Ukrainian children express ‘innocent hope for peace’

Ukraine: Türk calls on Russia to silence the guns in appeal for ‘a just peace’

Since the onset of the invasion the UN human rights office (OHCHR) has meticulously monitored the situation. As of December 4, there have been over 10,000 civilian deaths, including 560 children, with an additional 18,500 civilians confirmed injured, with actual figures believed to be much higher due to the difficulties of verifying figures. “I feel … Read moreUkraine: Türk calls on Russia to silence the guns in appeal for ‘a just peace’

Cyprus President to UN Assembly: ‘Do we have the resolve to make peace our top priority?’

Mr. Christodoulides issued renewed condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and urged member states to live up to the commitments outlined in the UN Charter.  “The horrors of the second world war, which began in Europe and consumed the world, brought nations together. We, assembled here today, must live up to the obligations prescribed in … Read moreCyprus President to UN Assembly: ‘Do we have the resolve to make peace our top priority?’

‘Peace has no losers’, Erdogan says, vowing to step up efforts to end war in Ukraine

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan began his passionate and wide-ranging speech by highlighting the humanitarian crises, political conflicts, and social tensions plaguing various regions worldwide, emphasizing the difficulty in addressing these issues amid global economic problems. He expressed grave concern about the use of terrorism as an instrument in proxy wars in regions like Syria, North Africa, and … Read more‘Peace has no losers’, Erdogan says, vowing to step up efforts to end war in Ukraine

Security Council urged to step up on financing for AU peace operations

Briefing ambassadors on Africa Day, Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo presented the latest UN report on securing predictable, sustainable and flexible resources for AU-led peace support operations mandated by the Council. The changing nature of conflict in Africa has forced the partners to adapt their operations in response to new and evolving challenges. Secure funding stream “The … Read moreSecurity Council urged to step up on financing for AU peace operations

In Ukraine, Guterres pledges to keep seeking ‘solutions and a just peace’

António Guterres expressed “deep solidarity” with all of those who have become victims of the full-scale Russian invasion of February last year. Violation of the Charter “The position of the United Nations, which I have consistently expressed, is crystal clear: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a violation of the UN Charter and international law”, declared … Read moreIn Ukraine, Guterres pledges to keep seeking ‘solutions and a just peace’