Human Rights Council divided as U.N. warns of atrocities in Sudan
European countries push for strong action while China and others emphasize Sudan's sovereignty amid rising violence.
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Governments push to bring climate risks into counterterrorism planning
Kenya, Germany and international partners seek to integrate climate-related risks into efforts to prevent violent extremism.
Who gets to govern AI? U.N. panel warns access alone is not enough
Report argues countries may gain access to AI but lose influence over standards, infrastructure and governance.
Switzerland's ‘Glacier Loss Day' signals a shrinking water reserve
Scientists say glacier retreat is starting to reduce the amount of meltwater available during extreme heat and drought.
Why parliaments are emerging as the next frontier of AI governance
Incoming IPU chief Anda Filip argues lawmakers must play a larger role as AI reshapes democratic institutions.
ICC judges challenge Trump sanctions in U.S. federal court
The lawsuit marks the first direct legal challenge by sitting ICC judges against sanctions imposed over their judicial decisions.
Trump demands NATO ‘loyalty’ as Rutte tries to keep alliance on track
The NATO chief used spending charts, jobs figures and praise to make the case for the alliance ahead of a Turkish summit.
The next U.N. leader may need to be a science diplomat
Scientists and policy leaders argue the secretary-general's job is increasingly shaped by science and technology.
Global children's education setbacks concentrate in 20 crisis-hit countries
The total number of crisis-affected children has increased by 21 million over the past 18 months, according to the report.
U.S.-Iran talks move to technical phase after first Bürgenstock session
U.S. vice president cites 'great progress' amid disputes over Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz, next steps for nuclear verification.
Accra conference moves reparations debate from recognition to action
Organizers described it as the next step to implementation following the U.N. General Assembly's March decision.
IIASA looks from research to science diplomacy and decision intelligence
Festival discussions highlighted science diplomacy, systems analysis and decision intelligence as pillars of evolving plans.
Grossi calls for 'a dose of realism' as U.N. faces a crisis of confidence
The IAEA chief argued that authority, credibility and practical results will determine the future of multilateral institutions.
Grossi says IAEA ready to begin technical talks on Iran agreement
Inspectors to play an 'indispensable' role as Washington and Tehran move from ceasefire diplomacy to verification.
Iran war drains U.S. missile defense supplies as Ukraine's needs grow
Patriot interceptor shortages from the U.S. are raising concerns about future support for Ukraine and Europe.
G7 backs Iran agreement as leaders seek to turn ceasefire into diplomacy
Summit endorses postwar negotiating process, highlights role of international institutions in sustaining the deal.