UNHCR faces liquidity crisis as U.S. policy, $6.1 billion gap strain budget
The U.N. refugee agency expects $3.9 billion in 2025 funding, contrasting sharply with its $10 billion 2024 approved budget.
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Iran sanctions snapback reimposed, escalating nuclear proliferation risk
The snapback mechanism formally terminates the deal aimed at preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.
U.S. Supreme Court lets Trump freeze $4.9B in approved foreign aid
Among the cuts: USAID, $3.2 billion; international organizations, $521 million; democracy fund, $322 million.
In quiet revolution, activist investors are remaking the corporate world
A growing schism was on display at the U.N. — two opposing visions of how money should be used to effect change.
African nations assert leadership at the U.N. while regional crises persist
As leaders gathered, progress along climate and financial fronts contrasted with grim reports on rights and violence.
U.N. AI debate reveals U.S.-China divide over regulatory approach
Top experts increasingly agree voluntary commitments from AI companies are not enough to deal with threats.
Tariffs, Gaza, 'America First': Brazil and U.S. presidents set tone at U.N.
Lula criticized 'unilateral attacks' on Brazil's institutions. Trump said the United Nations is not living up to its potential.
Global crises dominate the U.N. agenda as U.S. influence wanes
Other nations are leveraging this opportunity to reshape global cooperation, with the shift particularly evident on Gaza.
U.N. proposes drastic budget cuts to stem crisis amid internal discontent
The cuts in resources and posts are part of a broader goal to reduce the U.N.'s current budget of $3.72 billion by up to 20%.
Poland's Article 4 invocation signals intensifying East-West tensions
The NATO chief affirmed Allied nations 'expressed solidarity with Poland and denounced Russia's reckless behavior.'
In Swiss court, Indonesian islanders take on cement giant over climate
The court's preliminary hearing focused on whether the case is admissible under Swiss law, setting a potential precedent.
Afghan quake death toll surpasses 1,400 as global aid bypasses Taliban
An IFRC official says the difficult terrain where the quake struck could turn this into a 'protracted crisis' lasting months.
Trump's $4.9B aid cut bypasses Congress to threaten organizations
The action is expected to impact operations and funding of international organizations that rely on U.S. contributions.
Famine declared in Gaza as U.N. humanitarian chief pleads for access
U.N. humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher delivered a scathing condemnation of Israel's role in 'a preventable famine.'
Advocates see human rights path forward for stalled plastic treaty
Leaders argue any successful treaty must be built on partnership with and respect for Indigenous communities.
Back to Busan: Global plastic pollution treaty talks end in disarray
The U.N.-hosted talks failed to overcome opposition to reducing plastic production among oil and gas producers.