Tag: UN
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What is the Palestinian side’s argument for UN membership?
The United Nations Security Council is set to vote on Thursday on the Palestinians’ application to become a full UN member state, amidst Israel’s military offensive in Gaza. The Palestinians, who have had observer status at the United Nations since 2012, have been lobbying for years to gain full membership. The Palestinian side has expressed…
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Gaza Crisis: A Plea for Peace Amidst Devastation
Amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made a heartfelt plea for a ceasefire during his visit to the region. Standing at the Rafah crossing on the Egyptian side, he expressed the world’s weariness of the horrors unfolding in Gaza and the urgent need for humanitarian aid to reach the suffering population.…
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Pakistan and China’s Commitment at the United Nations
Pakistan and China have reiterated their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation at the United Nations during a significant meeting between the permanent representatives of both countries. The reaffirmation occurred during a farewell call of the permanent representative of the People’s Republic of China, Ambassador Zhang Jun, to his counterpart Munir Akram at the Pakistan Mission…
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Angelina Jolie’s Heartfelt Plea for Gaza: Humanitarian Action
In a stark Instagram post, renowned actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie shed light on the dire situation in Gaza, with a poignant image of the war-ravaged Jabalia, the largest refugee camp in the region. This comes in the wake of a devastating Israeli airstrike that claimed the lives of over 195 people. Jolie’s post underscores…
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South Africa Urges UN Protection for Gaza Civilians
South Africa has urged the United Nations to deploy a rapid protection force to safeguard civilians in the embattled Palestinian enclave of Gaza. This appeal comes in the wake of Israel intensifying its response to a deadly attack by Hamas, a move that has escalated tensions in the region. South Africa, a long-standing advocate for…
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UN Mission Arrives in Nagorno-Karabakh
United Nations (UN) mission has arrived in Nagorno-Karabakh, marking the global body’s first access to the region in nearly three decades. Azerbaijani media reported this development as ethnic Armenians from the area near the end of their mass exodus following a military offensive by Azerbaijan last month. The UN mission, led by a senior U.N.…
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Pakistan’s UN Address: Countering Terrorism, Climate Change
In a compelling address at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan’s Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar delivered a powerful message urging global action against terrorism, including the rising threat of “Hindutva-inspired extremists.” The Premier emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism, highlighted regional concerns, and called for…
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Survivors Reveal Greek Coastguard’s Role in Fatal Boat Disaster
Survivors of a devastating boat disaster near Greece, which likely claimed the lives of hundreds of migrants, have come forward with harrowing accounts of their ordeal. They described being crammed into a dilapidated fishing trawler by traffickers in North Africa, enduring dire conditions with no access to food or water. In addition to the horrific…