Cash shortages and widespread arrears cast doubt on the U.N.’s ability to execute its 2026 program budget.
António Guterres warned the United Nations’ 193 member countries that the organization faces the risk of financial collapse unless governments either pay assessed contributions in full and on time or agree to overhaul long-standing financial rules, according to a letter sent to all permanent representatives.
The letter marked Guterres’ most explicit warning to date about the organization’s finances, framing the situation as an imminent threat rather than a recurring liquidity shortfall.
European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.
Bulldozers dismantle UNRWA site under government supervision, deepening legal crisis over diplomatic immunity.
A technocratic committee will handle civic duties, overseen by a U.S.-led board and a U.N.-backed security mission.
Trump's U.N. envoy warns "all options are on the table" to end the Iranian government crackdown on protesters.
Human Rights Watch urges rights-respecting democracies to coordinate as U.S. and other powers weaken global norms.
Move follows year-long U.S. withdrawal process and comes as WHO members advance talks on a new pandemic agreement.
New leadership confronts genocide findings and a humanitarian crisis as nine children die from exposure
European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.
