UN SECRETARY GENERAL
Must accelerate action for sustainable development goals: UN Secy General
The Sustainable Development Goals face challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, conflicts, and climate change. Urgent global cooperation is needed to address rising poverty, conflict casualties, and displacement. Despite progress in renewable energy, more action is crucial for a just energy transition to achieve the SDGs by 2030.
A Taliban delegation attends a UN-led meeting in Qatar on Afghanistan, with women excluded
The Taliban were not invited to the first meeting, and U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said they set unacceptable conditions for attending the second one in February, including demands that Afghan civil society members be excluded from the talks and that the Taliban be treated as the country's legitimate rulers. The Taliban seized power in August 2021 as U.S. and NATO forces were in the final weeks of their pullout from the country following two decades of war.
Only 17% of targets to improve life around the world are likely to be reached by 2030, UN reports
Despite incremental progress in some areas, global sustainable development remains hindered by slow advancement and persistent challenges. Efforts in expanding technology access and renewable energy capacity show promise, but significant work is needed to address issues like gender equality and education to achieve the 2030 goals.
India strongly dismisses 'baseless' remarks on Kashmir by Pakistan in UNSC
As an Indian representative, I strongly condemned the baseless remarks on Kashmir made by a Pakistani diplomat at the UN Security Council debate. The remarks were aimed at diverting attention from the grave violations against children in Pakistan, including attacks on schools and incidents in border areas with Afghanistan, as reported by the UN Secretary-General.
UN unveils principles for fighting online disinformation
The United Nations on Monday published principles for fighting online disinformation, including an overhaul of the advertising model of social media networks. After consultations with a variety of actors in the field, the United Nations has now published broad principles -- although with no enforcement mechanisms.
SCO Summit: Kazakhstan advocates UN role in addressing global challenges
Kazakhstan's First Deputy Foreign Minister highlighted the crucial role of the United Nations in addressing global challenges ahead of the SCO Summit, emphasizing President Tokayev's focus on sustainable development and alignment with the SDGs and 2030 Agenda.
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Pralhad Joshi, RSS loyalist & five-time MP, returns as union minister
Pralhad Joshi, a fifth time BJP MP from Dharwad, Karnataka, close to PM Narendra Modi and BJP leader Amit Shah, played a key role in passing crucial bills during 17th Lok Sabha.
UN will declare that both Israel and Hamas are violating children's rights in armed conflict
The U.N. secretary-general will report to the Security Council next week on Israel and Hamas violating children's rights. The report includes parties like Kachin Independence Army and Russia. Israel's inclusion will increase global attention on its actions in Gaza.
UN weather agency predicts that 1.5-degree Celsius target limit for global temperatures likely to be surpassed by 2028
The UN's weather agency predicts an 80% chance of global temperatures surpassing the 1.5°C target in the next five years, as outlined in the Paris climate accord. The World Meteorological Organization expects temperatures from 2024 to 2028 to be 1.1 to 1.9°C hotter than the start of the industrial era. UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted this threat in a speech for World Environment Day. The EU's climate service reported May as the hottest ever, with 12 consecutive months of record temperatures, attributing the trend to fossil fuel burning.
US, South Korea conduct joint bombing drills
The United States flew a B-1B bomber over the Korean Peninsula for the first joint bombing drills with South Korea in seven years, amidst heightened tensions from North Korea's provocations. The US bomber, escorted by South Korean F-15K jets, dropped Joint Direct Attack Munitions during the exercise. South Korea suspended a 2018 inter-Korean military pact and resumed military activities along the demarcation line. The drills aim to reinforce the US extended deterrence commitment and combined defense posture against North Korea's threats.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
UN condoles death of ex-Indian Army officer in Gaza, believes vehicle struck by Israeli tank
The United Nations has expressed condolences and apologised to India over the killing of former Indian Army officer Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale in Gaza. The attack is believed to be shots from an Israeli tank. The UN has set up a fact-finding panel to investigate the incident, with Deputy Spokesman Farhan Haq confirming Kale as the "first international casualty" in Gaza for the world body.
India supports Palestine's membership at UN; says only two-State solution will deliver enduring peace
India has reiterated its backing for Palestine's complete membership at the UN, emphasizing that a lasting peace in the volatile region can only be achieved through direct and meaningful negotiations leading to a two-State solution. Last week, India voted in favor of a draft resolution in the UN General Assembly advocating for Palestine's eligibility and endorsing a favorable reconsideration of the matter by the Security Council.
India and US have firm foundation of strategic alignment: Condoleezza Rice
India and the US have a strong strategic alignment, with a potential upward trajectory in their relationship after their respective elections this year. Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice believes that the convergence of interests between the two countries is unassailable, and she expects bipartisanship whoever wins. The upward trajectory of the relationship began during the Prime Ministership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee and played a crucial role in the India-US relationship during the Bush Administration.
India votes in favour of UNGA resolution supporting Palestine's bid to become full UN member
India voted in favor of a UN resolution recommending Palestine for full UN membership. The resolution received 143 votes in favor, signaling a global push for Palestine's status upgrade within the United Nations.
UN chief keen on continuing momentum of MDB reforms initiated during India's G20 Presidency: N K Singh
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres aims to sustain the momentum of Multilateral Development Banks (MDB) reforms initiated during India's G20 presidency, according to N. K. Singh, Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission. Singh, after a positive interaction with Guterres and Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, highlighted Guterres' commitment to advancing MDB reforms outlined in the 2 Vol. IEG Report.
World reacts to Iran strikes on Israel
Countries around the world condemned Iran's strikes on Israel late Saturday, warning the attack threatened to further destabilise the Middle East. It is vital that the conflict in the Middle East does not spiral out of control," spokesperson Farah Dakhlallah said.
Humanitarian crisis caused by Israel-Hamas conflict unacceptable, says Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj at UN
The UNSC resolution, adopted last month, demanded an "immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire. It also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, as well as the humanitarian access to address their medical and other humanitarian needs.
"Don't need UN to tell me...": Jaishankar dismisses UN official's remark on elections in India
Jaishankar, who was here to campaign for his ministerial colleague and BJP candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar in the Lok Sabha polls, also said that the UN official made the comment on the Indian elections last week in response to a "very loaded question" during a press briefing at the UN.
UN chief to visit Gaza border as Israel vows to go ahead with Rafah attack
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is set to visit Egypt's border with Gaza on Saturday, following Israel's announcement that it would send troops to fight Hamas in Rafah, even without US support. Despite warnings that such an invasion would cause mass civilian casualties and worsen the humanitarian crisis, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he must press ahead with the attack.
UN's secretary general warns the world is becoming 'less safe by the day'
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over combatants in regions like Congo, Gaza, Myanmar, Ukraine, and Sudan ignoring international law. He called for greater respect for human rights and peace worldwide, emphasizing that the world is becoming "less safe by the day." Guterres highlighted the importance of human rights amidst increasing conflicts, advocating for debt relief for the poorest countries and increased spending to combat climate change. The UN's top human rights body, the Human Rights Council, opened its latest session amidst these challenges.
Taliban set unacceptable conditions for attending a UN meeting, says UN secretary-general
At a U.N.-sponsored meeting in Qatar, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres revealed that the Taliban imposed unacceptable conditions for their participation, including the exclusion of Afghan civil society members and demands resembling official recognition as Afghanistan's legitimate rulers. Despite efforts to engage with the Taliban, they did not attend due to unmet demands.
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