Remarks of UN Special Coordinator Sigrid Kaag after meeting Lebanon Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil
I just had a productive and constructive meeting with Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil. It was an opportunity to discuss the latest developments in Lebanon and the ongoing cooperation between the United Nations and Lebanon…
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS)
Op-Ed: Investing in Women´s Empowerment
By Philippe Lazzarini Today we celebrate international women´s day, a day that was first observed in 1909, and has since grown in importance and scope. While the early calls for women´s rights to vote have been heard, the day…
UN Special Coordinator Congratulates Lebanon on Military and Security Appointments
UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Ms. Sigrid Kaag welcomes the nomination of a new Commander of the Lebanese Armed Forces and Director General of the Internal Security Forces. This is an important step in ensuring the…
- Human Rights
Under The Rubble I Spy a Child’s Doll
Under The Rubble I Spy a Child’s Doll Under the rubble, I spy a child’s doll Is there anyone here? I desperately call I arrived in a town For many it was home Now there is nothing but carnage, And buildings standing alone The…
- Security Council Resolution 1701
Security Council Statement on Lebanon and resolution 1701
Statement Delivered by Security Council President, Matthew Rycroft (United Kingdom) at the press stakeout on behalf of the Security Council following Security Council session on Lebanon and implementation of resolution 1701…
- Human Rights
Conference on Role of Media as a Bridge for Civilizations and Importance of Ethical Reporting
The National News Agency launched a two-day conference on the role of media as a bridge among civilizations and a focal point for dialogue. The conference highlighted the role of the media as a bridge among civilizations but…
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS)
On Women's Day, NGO Social Way Pays Tribute to Special Coordinator Kaag
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the non-governmental organization “Social Way” paid tribute to UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Sigrid Kaag and her efforts for Lebanon. “By paying tribute to Mrs. Sigrid Kaag…
UN Special Coordinator Kaag and Deputy Special Coordinator Lazzarini Meet Lebanese President Michel Aoun
United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Ms. Sigrid Kaag and United Nations Deputy Special Coordinator Mr. Philippe Lazzarini met with the President of the Republic of Lebanon, H.E. Michel Aoun at the Baabda Palace. The…
- Secretary-General
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Address to the Summit of the League of Arab States
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL -- ADDRESS TO THE SUMMIT OF THE LEAGUE OF ARAB STATES Jordan, 29 March 2017 AS PREPARED FOR DELIVERY Your Majesties, Your Royal Highnesses, Excellencies, As salaam alaikum. I thank His Majesty King…
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS)
Open Security Council Arria-formula Meeting Encourages Increased Participation of Women in Global Conflict Prevention and Mediation
The Arria-formula meeting on Women, Peace and Security and Mediation took place at the UN Security Council this week to discuss ways of increasing the participation of women in global conflict prevention and mediation and…
- The UN in Lebanon
Op-Ed: Ahead of the Brussels conference
By Philippe Lazzarini As the seventh year of conflict in Syria begins, Lebanon faces overwhelming socioeconomic, security and demographic challenges. It hosts more than one million people who have fled the brutal conflict in…
ISG members encourage Lebanon leaders to intensify efforts to arrive at an agreed electoral framework
Joint statement of the International Support Group (ISG) for Lebanon Beirut, Lebanon 18 April 2017 The members of the ISG take note of the decision of President Michel Aoun of 12 April to adjourn the chamber for one month…