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The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization that aims to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations. It is the largest, most familiar, most internationally represented and most powerful intergovernmental organization in the world. The UN is headquartered on international territory in New York City, with its other main offices in Geneva, Nairobi, Vienna, and The Hague.

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Ethiopia-Tigray conflict: UN warns of 'humanitarian disaster' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:32Published 6 hours ago


Blinken is Biden's secretary of state pick: source Joe Biden will pick Antony Blinken as U.S. secretary of state, a person close to the president-elect's transition said on Sunday (November 22). Gloria Tso reports. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:31Published 3 days ago

Not just isolate, impose sanctions on nations sponsoring terrorism: VP Naidu Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on November 21 called upon the world to come together to isolate nations that sponsor terrorism and impose sanctions against them. "No religion preaches terrorism. It's.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:24Published 5 days ago

Terrorist safe havens, sanctuaries operating across Durand Line must end for peace in Afghanistan: India India on November 20 at the United Nations (UN) said that as peace process and violence cannot go together, therefore for durable peace in Afghanistan there must be "an end to terrorist safe havens and.. Credit: ANI Duration: 03:42Published 6 days ago

UN's Libya envoy voices hope for peace deal UN Security Council members told peace could be on the horizon after rival sides met in Tunisia last week to discuss ending the war. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:37Published 6 days ago

Why Trump overstepped the UN resolutions to recognise the Golan Heights as part of Israel? Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:35Published 1 week ago

Syria's last rebel stronghold risks COVID-19 crisis The United Nations says daily infections have increased by 300 percent in the last month. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 06:56Published 1 week ago

UN should take shortcomings seriously: EAM Jaishankar Addressing at Centre for European Policy Studies virtually on November 17, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that UN should take seriously that different people in the world are pointing out.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

UN warns of 'full-scale humanitarian crisis' in Ethiopia conflict Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:00Published 1 week ago

Mock Cop26 - Young activists hold alternative summit Young climate activists frustrated by postponement of the UN climate talks,have organised their own virtual conference between November 19 and December1. Josh Tregale from Dorset is 18-years-old and.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 02:24Published 1 week ago

Cultural Minister, ambassadors join Diwali celebrations with Indian community in Madagascar Minister of Culture of Madagascar, prominent members of Indian community, ambassadors of several countries including United States, Russia, Japan, European Union, South Africa, Iran among others, UN.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:10Published 2 weeks ago

Yemenis “being starved”, UN humanitarian chief warns A stark warning from the UN that 80 percent of Yemenis will face starvation within months. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 01:29Published 2 weeks ago

UN launches new Libya talks amid cautious optimism Dialogue that opened on Monday follows months of relative calm in war-torn Libya. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:32Published 2 weeks ago

Myanmar votes in election likely to favor Suu Kyi Myanmar's democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi looks likely to win a second term for her National league for Democracy despite the collapse of her reputation overseas amid allegations of genocide. David.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:43Published 3 weeks ago

Lebanon's economy: Syrian refugees among worst affected by crisis The United Nations says 16,000 of them were directly affected by the Beirut port explosion in August. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:30Published 3 weeks ago

UN chief 'deeply alarmed' by armed clashes in northern Ethiopia Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:07Published 3 weeks ago

‘Pakistan took advantage of pandemic to push cross-border terror’: India at UN India lashed out at Pakistan over cross-border terrorism and other issues at the United Nations. ‘While world has come to a standstill due to COVID, Pakistan has enhanced support to cross border.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:54Published 3 weeks ago

Pak trying to create divisions among religious communities: First Secy of India's Permanent Mission at UN While interacting with Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of racism, xenophobia, related intolerance, First Secretary of India's permanent mission at UN, Ashish Sharma said, "While world has come.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:31Published 3 weeks ago

No country has locus standi to comment on India's internal affairs: MEA on JandK's new land laws Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) held press conference on Oct 29. MEA spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, "The whole world knows the truth about Pakistan and its role in supporting terrorism. No.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:46Published on October 29, 2020

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: UN urges protection of civilians People in the region's capital are told to "save themselves" as the army advances on the city. BBC News - Published 3 days ago

'We think of all our players as Irish' - Murphy responds to England boss Jones' remarks Kicking coach Richie Murphy says he considers every member of Ireland's squad to be Irish after England coach Eddie Jones referenced Saturday's opponents as the 'United Nations'. BBC News - Published 6 days ago
Egypt arrests: UN condemns detention of human rights advocates Three members of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, including its head, have been detained. BBC News - Published 6 days ago
Ethiopia Tigray crisis: UN says full-scale humanitarian situation unfolding Thousands are fleeing every day from the Tigray region and the UN says its teams are overwhelmed. BBC News - Published 1 week ago

Arsenal: Premier League club join UN climate action plan Arsenal believe they can inspire fans across the globe to be more sustainable after signing up to a United Nations plan to help tackle climate change. BBC News - Published 1 week ago
Ethiopia Tigray crisis: Rights commission to investigate 'mass killings' It comes as the UN's human rights chief warns of possible war crimes happening in northern Tigray state. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
Europe migrant crisis: Scores die in shipwreck off Libya - UN The UN says nations must take decisive action to stem a "mounting loss of life in the Mediterranean". BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: UN warns aid could run out Flour and fuel shortages are being reported in Tigray, where federal and regional forces are fighting. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago

Loujain al-Hathloul: UN experts alarmed by jailed Saudi activist's health Loujain al-Hathloul began a hunger strike last month in protest at her conditions in detention. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
Israel rebuked for 'biggest demolition of Palestinian homes in years' The UN rebukes Israel for carrying out what it says was the biggest such demolition for a decade. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
At least 140 migrants drown off Senegal coast, UN says A boat carrying 200 people caught fire and capsized on Saturday after setting off from West Africa. BBC News - Published on October 29, 2020	Al-Qaeda still 'heavily embedded' within Taliban in Afghanistan, UN official warns A senior UN official says the Taliban is still tied to al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, in spite of US deal. BBC News - Published on October 29, 2020
Nuclear weapons treaty: Campaigners hail new era for nuclear disarmament A 50th nation ratifies a key UN treaty and it will come into force - but five major powers are missing. BBC News - Published on October 25, 2020	United Nations at 75 plagued by new crises and cash crunch Faced with wars, climate change and a pandemic, the United Nations is struggling to make an impact. BBC News - Published on October 24, 2020
Covid: US gives full approval for antiviral remdesivir drug The drug will be given to patients in hospitals, but the UN health agency says it has little effect. BBC News - Published on October 22, 2020	Libya detains notorious people smuggler Abd al-Rahman al-Milad Abd al-Rahman al-Milad was sanctioned by the UN in 2018 for violence against migrants in Libya. BBC News - Published on October 15, 2020
World Food Programme: What is the UN body and what does it do? The WFP has been awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize for its work to eradicate hunger and build peace. BBC News - Published on October 9, 2020	Is the world entering a new Cold War? The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York. BBC News - Published on September 22, 2020
Climate change: China aims for 'carbon neutrality by 2060' China's surprise announcement of a long-term goal to curb emissions boosts UN climate talks. BBC News - Published on September 22, 2020	Iran nuclear deal: US unveils new sanctions targeting arms sales The move comes after other world powers rejected President Trump's demand to reinstate UN measures. BBC News - Published on September 22, 2020
How Mali's coup affects the fight against jihadists Thousands of UN, French and regional soldiers are in Mali fighting Islamist militants - what difference will the coup make? BBC News - Published on September 22, 2020	Venezuela: UN investigators accuse authorities of crimes against humanity Human rights investigators say authorities have committed "egregious violations" since 2014. BBC News - Published on September 16, 2020
Extinction: Urgent change needed to save species, says UN Humanity is at a crossroads and action is needed to slow nature's accelerating decline, says the UN. BBC News - Published on September 15, 2020	Migrants allowed off Maersk tanker after 40 days at sea The migrants land in Sicily after what the UN called "a diplomatic game of pass the parcel". BBC News - Published on September 13, 2020
UN calls for inquiry after girls killed in Paraguay raid Two 11-year-old girls were shot dead in a raid by the Paraguayan security forces on a rebel camp. BBC News - Published on September 7, 2020	Iran's enriched uranium stockpile '10 times limit' Tehran has continued to enrich uranium in breach of a nuclear deal, the UN nuclear watchdog warns. BBC News - Published on September 4, 2020
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Libya crisis: Rival authorities announce ceasefire The announcement for a nation riven by violence since 2011 is hailed by the UN. BBC News - Published on August 21, 2020	Mali coup: UN joins global condemnation of military takeover President Keïta was forced to resign after being detained by soldiers. BBC News - Published on August 19, 2020
Channel crossings: No plans for Royal Navy to block migrants after UN warns ships could cause 'fatal incidents' The Royal Navy has no current plans to deploy ships in the English Channel to stop migrant boat crossings, it has announced. Independent - Published on August 15, 2020	Beirut explosion: UN warns of Lebanon humanitarian crisis Agencies send urgent support to help hundreds of thousands of people affected by Tuesday's explosion. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020
UN pledges to help Mali rebuild heritage sites damaged in conflict Parts of the life and culture of the country's Land of the Dogon have been destroyed in conflict. BBC News - Published on August 4, 2020	UK government gives green light to more tear gas sales to US police despite UN warning over violence Rubber bullets and tear gas among British exports to US security forces Independent - Published on July 28, 2020
Sudan to send more troops to Darfur after deadly attacks More than 80 people were killed in two attacks in Sudan's restive western region, the UN says. BBC News - Published on July 27, 2020	South China Sea dispute: Australia says Beijing's claims have no legal basis Australia tells the UN the claims have "no legal basis" as it aligns itself more closely with the US. BBC News - Published on July 25, 2020
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Qasem Soleimani: US strike on Iran general was unlawful, UN expert says A report says the US failed to provide sufficient evidence to justify killing the Iranian general. BBC News - Published on July 9, 2020	Coronavirus: Trump moves to pull US out of World Health Organization The president follows up his vow to leave the world health body by formally notifying the UN. BBC News - Published on July 7, 2020
Syria conflict: 'Flagrant' war crimes committed in Idlib battle, UN says Syrian civilians endured "unfathomable suffering" at the hands of troops and jihadists, the UN says. BBC News - Published on July 7, 2020	Hisham al-Hashimi: Leading Iraqi expert on armed groups killed in Baghdad The US and UN condemn the murder of Hisham al-Hashimi, who was shot outside his Baghdad home. BBC News - Published on July 7, 2020
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United Nations

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