Gaza City health system collapsing as MSF suspends operations in north
Escalating attacks pose an 'unacceptable level of risk' for medical workers as Israeli tanks advance near health facilities.
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Two leaders amplify a bitter divide at the U.N. over the war in Gaza
In dueling speeches, Israeli and Palestinian leaders showcased the pressure bearing down from a range of developments.
Syria's president calls for 'complete lifting of sanctions' in U.N. address
The appearance by al-Sharaa, who came to power in December, signals a shift in Syria’s international engagement.
U.S. vetoes U.N. ceasefire resolution on Gaza, deepening diplomatic rifts
A U.S. diplomat defended the veto, saying the resolution failed to condemn Hamas or recognize Israel's right to self-defense.
U.N. panel accuses Israel of genocide as Gaza ground offensive intensifies
The commission concluded that statements by Israeli officials and the pattern of military conduct provided direct evidence.
U.N. assembly formally endorses two-country solution declaration
Crafted by an unusual alliance of France and Saudi Arabia, the declaration is a bid to re-energize a stalled peace process.
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.
Israel’s expanded Gaza offensive stokes U.N. famine warnings
A UNICEF official confirmed reports of families who try to flee Gaza City but find the evacuation areas are even less safe.
Houthis detain U.N. staffers, escalating tensions in Yemen
The latest raids are a significant escalation in a long-running crackdown by the rebels against international organizations.
U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon to wind down after five decades
Lebanese officials wanted UNIFIL to remain because of the country's inability to maintain regional security on its own.
European nations trigger sanctions 'snapback' on Iran's nuclear program
The move by France, Germany, and the United Kingdom is intended to intensify pressure on Iran's strained economy.
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.
Groups condemn Israeli strike on hospital, journalists and rescuers
The attack drew global condemnation from the United Nations, Reporters Without Borders, and other organizations.
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.'
Deadliest year for aid workers driven primarily by wars in Gaza and Sudan
Beyond Gaza, where most aid workers were killed, Sudan was the second most dangerous country for humanitarians.
Killings of six more journalists in Gaza spark outrage, condemnation
International Federation of Journalists' general secretary denounced deliberate targeting of journalists as a "war crime."