U.S. announces sanctions on International Criminal Court judges
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio singled out four ICC judges in retaliation for actions against the U.S. and Israel.
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Surveys show majority of public still trusts U.N. despite an overall decline
The U.N. appears to be more trusted than many governments, other multilateral institutions, and regional organizations.
New U.S.-backed aid organization starts in Gaza amid deadly offensive
The GHF plan is based on concerns Hamas is seizing aid, but the U.N. and other aid groups say that is not a major factor.
Research and innovation helping to fuel Africa-Europe partnership
Ministers urged creation of 'regional innovation ecosystems' that would include AI strategies and digital governance.
ICJ finishes public hearings into Israeli obligations on Gaza aid
A Palestinian diplomat told the U.N.'s top court that Israel uses aid as a 'weapon of war,' targeting civilians and aid workers.
Trump orders U.S. to expedite permits for deep seabed mining
The order would allow exploratory mining of the ocean floor that is overseen by an organization the U.S. hasn't joined.
The Elders' chair Santos: The next U.N. chief 'should be a woman'
Colombia's former president Juan Manuel Santos says his nation's peace process benefited from women leaders.
U.N. panel's major powers urged to seek accountability for aid attacks
Officials updated the 2024 death toll for humanitarian workers to 377 people across 20 countries, the worst year on record.
Israel follows U.S. retreat from U.N. as Gaza faces 'ethnic cleansing' plans
Israel's brutal military campaign in Gaza has drawn direct criticism from all corners of the U.N. and its top officials.
UNRWA vows to keep up its work in Gaza as the Israeli ban takes effect
Other U.N. agencies that have been cited as potential replacements for UNRWA all agree it is irreplaceable.
Hiring freeze at WHO as U.S. exit threatens global health programs
WHO's emergency moves follow months of warnings the U.N. health agency faces severe impacts if U.S. funding dries up.
Humanitarians prepare surge in aid for Gaza as Israel approves cease-fire
International aid agencies expressed relief over a cease-fire but cautioned it must lead to a more lasting peace agreement.
IMF warns Trump’s policies could fuel inflation and prevent rate cuts
The global organization forecasts some improvement in the world economy but says Trump's plans cloud the outlook.
Ahead of its annual summit, WEF highlights geopolitical uncertainty
The post-Cold War international order is "giving way to a more fragmented landscape" that demands cooperation.
Nations seek U.N. top court's opinion on Gaza humanitarian access
A U.N. resolution with overwhelming support asks the International Court of Justice for an advisory opinion.
Amnesty International report says Israel is guilty of genocide in Gaza
Israel strongly rejects the allegations that it is systematically trying to destroy the Palestinian people in its war with Hamas.