🟡 The Trump administration has moved to unilaterally cut $4.9 billion (€4.2 billion) in foreign aid previously approved by Congress. The action is expected to significantly impact the operations and funding of numerous international organizations that rely on U.S. contributions.
🟡 The U.N. Security Council unanimously voted to terminate its peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, UNIFIL, by the end of 2026.
🟡 The Trump administration will not allow U.S. officials to take part in a review of the country's human rights record that is required of every U.N. member nation, prompting an outcry from advocacy groups.
🟡 Three European powers initiated a diplomatic process to reimpose United Nations sanctions on Iran, in a renewed bid to rein in its nuclear program.
🟡 The Trump administration will not allow U.S. officials to take part in a review of the country's human rights record that is required of every U.N. member nation, prompting an outcry from advocacy groups.
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