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Sep 18, 2026
Russia and China end mandate for monitoring of U.N. sanctions on Iran
The sanctions had been reimposed a year ago after Tehran was accused of violating the 2015 pact meant to prevent it from developing a nuclear weapon.
WORLD
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Politics
Mar 3, 2026
How will the next U.N. chief be chosen and who wants the job?
A new United Nations secretary-general will be elected this year for a five-year term starting on Jan. 1, 2027.
WORLD
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Politics
Jan 29, 2026
U.S. tells U.N.: Gaza demilitarization to include internationally funded buyback program
Hamas retains control of just under half of Gaza following an ?October ceasefire deal brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump.
BUSINESS
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Economy
Jan 9, 2026
U.N. predicts world economic growth to slip to 2.7% in 2026
This compares against a pre-pandemic average of 3.2% between 2010 ?and 2019.
WORLD
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Politics
Nov 4, 2025
U.S. wants U.N. sanctions on seven vessels over North Korea exports
A U.S. official said the seven vessels have illegally exported North Korean coal and iron ore to China, which could earn Pyongyang hundreds of millions of dollars a year.
WORLD
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Politics
Oct 9, 2025
U.N. to slash a quarter of peacekeepers globally over lack of funds
The U.S., the U.N.’s largest peacekeeping contributor, was already $1.5 billion in arrears before the new financial year began on July 1, and it now owes an extra $1.3 billion.
WORLD
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Politics
Sep 23, 2025
World leaders rally behind Palestinian statehood at U.N., defying U.S. and Israel
The United States has warned of possible consequences for those who take measures against Israel, including France as host of the summit.
WORLD
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Politics
Sep 19, 2025
U.S. vetoes U.N. demand for ceasefire and aid access in Gaza
The U.N. resolution would also have demanded the immediate, dignified and unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups.
WORLD
Sep 8, 2025
U.N. says time is short to stop famine spreading as Israel bombards Gaza City
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are said to be already experiencing or at risk of famine in areas including Gaza City, where Israel launched a new offensive against Hamas.
WORLD
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Politics
Jul 31, 2025
Could the Palestinians gain full membership at the United Nations?
The Palestinian Authority, which represents the Palestinian people, is not a full member and has no vote in the 193-member General Assembly.
WORLD
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Politics
Jul 30, 2025
Britain warns Israel it could recognize Palestinian state as Gaza starves
The warning, which drew a harsh Israeli rebuke, came after a hunger monitor warned a worst-case scenario of famine is unfolding and immediate action is needed.
WORLD
Jul 29, 2025
Gaza death toll hits 60,000 as global monitor demands action to avert famine
Famine is unfolding in Gaza and immediate action is needed to end fighting and allow unimpeded aid access, the hunger monitor said.
WORLD
Jul 12, 2025
U.N. report sees no active Syrian state links to al-Qaida
The finding could strengthen an expected U.S. push for removing U.N. sanctions on Syria.
WORLD
Jun 13, 2025
United Nations votes overwhelmingly for immediate Gaza ceasefire
Israel’s U.N. Ambassador accused the General Assembly of “blood libel” and a “farce.”
WORLD
Jun 10, 2025
U.N. says most flour delivered in Gaza looted or taken by starving people
A U.S. official has called for Israel to let in far more aid via multiple crossings and routes.
WORLD
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Politics
May 30, 2025
U.S. says Israel accepts Gaza ceasefire plan; Hamas cool to it
A senior Hamas official says the plan does not contain commitments to end the war, withdraw Israeli troops or admit aid as the group has demanded.
WORLD
May 29, 2025
Deadly break-in at U.N. warehouse as aid trickles into Gaza
The World Food Program appealed for an immediate scale-up of food aid “to reassure people that they will not starve.”
WORLD
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Politics
May 14, 2025
U.N. humanitarian chief slams Gaza aid plan Israel proposed and U.S. backs
No humanitarian aid has been delivered to Gaza since March 2, and a global hunger monitor has warned that half a million people face starvation.
WORLD
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Politics
Apr 10, 2025
U.S. exits carbon talks on shipping and urges others to follow
A State Department spokesperson confirmed that Washington would not be “engaging in negotiations” at the U.N.’s International Maritime Organization.
WORLD
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Politics
Apr 2, 2025
Israel says there’s plenty of food in Gaza — U.N. says that’s ridiculous
No aid has been delivered to the Palestinian enclave since March 2.
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