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.
International Atomic Energy Agency
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an autonomous U.N. organization that promotes the peaceful use of nuclear energy and prevents its use for military purposes. Through its safeguards system, it verifies that nations' nuclear programs are exclusively for peaceful uses. The IAEA also works on nuclear safety, security, and the application of nuclear science to help solve global challenges.
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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.
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.
Ecuador's Espinosa becomes fifth candidate to lead United Nations
If elected, Espinosa, Bachelet or Grynspan would become the first woman to serve as U.N. chief since the U.N.’s founding.
U.N. chief candidates diverge on priorities, converge on deadlock
In General Assembly dialogues, candidates show shared values but offer no specifics on reshaping power structure.
Groups call out Trump's potential war crime threats against Iran
International law, civilian protections and the rules of war are in sharp focus due to Trump's far-reaching military threats.
War on Iran tests foundation of international law as conflict widens
Organizations warn the U.S. and Israeli strikes raise questions over the use of force, civilian protections, nuclear safety.
U.N. holds Iran emergency session as Trump says Khamenei 'is dead'
'We are witnessing a grave threat to international peace and security,' the U.N. chief told the U.N. Security Council.
Strikes on Iran derail nuclear track as U.S. takes U.N. council presidency
Oman-mediated talks pointed toward technical talks in Vienna days before the U.S. assumes the Security Council presidency.
U.S. and Iran hold third round of indirect nuclear talks to avoid war
Oman’s foreign minister, who was mediating the urgent talks, said the sides were 'exchanging creative and positive ideas.'
U.S. and Iran outline principles for nuclear deal in Geneva talks
Indirect negotiations mediated by Oman advance despite military signaling and unresolved enrichment dispute.
IAEA flags Chernobyl's damaged protective shield after drone strike
The U.N. nuclear watchdog also sent inspectors to urgently check at least 10 electrical substations in the national grid.
Iran, U.N. watchdog at odds over inspectors in new nuclear accord
The agreement, a technical document signed in Cairo a day earlier, was initially presented as a crucial breakthrough.
IAEA inspectors return to Iran amid nuclear dispute, sanctions deadline
Discussions on broader access for IAEA inspectors are underway, but an agreement has not yet been reached.
New front in humanitarian aid: the questionable price of new efficiency
Critics say the digital transformation is happening faster than governance can keep up, putting sensitive aid data at risk.