U.S. President Donald Trump gave notice to the U.N. triggering a one-year withdrawal process from the World Health Organization over the pandemic.
GENEVA (AN) — U.S. President Donald Trump gave notice to the United Nations on Tuesday that he was starting a formal withdrawal process from the World Health Organization, based on political grievances surrounding an accelerating coronavirus pandemic.
The Trump administration's formal notice to U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres, confirmed by U.N. officials, kicks off a year-long legal process requiring the United States to first pay off its debts to the U.N. health agency.
The Arctic Council finds itself at a difficult crossroads as its member nations move to exploit the region's mineral wealth.
Health officials say millions of lives are at risk as the U.S. withdraws funding from treatment and prevention programs.
Record heat and rightward political shifts toward nationalist self-interest undermine efforts to cut fossil fuel dependence.
WHO's emergency moves follow months of warnings the U.N. health agency faces severe impacts if U.S. funding dries up.
Two communiqués expressed 'unwavering support' for Ukraine and 'growing concern' at China's maritime aggression.
The U.S. absence raises questions about the Trump administration's commitment to enforcing anti-bribery laws.
The Arctic Council finds itself at a difficult crossroads as its member nations move to exploit the region's mineral wealth.
"Europe faces a clear and present danger," E.C. President Ursula von der Leyen said as the emergency meeting began.
