- UNMISS
Remarks by Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General Courtenay Rattray and Jean-Pierre Lacroix, USG for Peace Operations [Near Verbatim]
SRSG’s introduction First of all, let me welcome you all to this UNMISS event, and thank you for attending. It's my privilege to introduce you to two important visitors from headquarters - that is Mr Courtney Rattray, who is…
Durable solutions to South Sudan’s challenges hinge on successful political process, says UN Peace Chief at end of four-day tour
Under-Secretary-General for UN Peace Operations, Jean Pierre-Lacroix, wrapped up his four-day visit to South Sudan by assuring the citizens of the world's youngest nation full support from peacekeepers and humanitarians alike…
Solar is Hot Because it’s Needed, Not Because it’s Trendy
Is Lebanon turning to solar power faster than other nations? Probably not but considering Lebanese citizens regularly depend on fuel-powered generators to power their homes, the recent turn to solar is more than noticeable…
MINURSO’S PEACEKEEPERS: NATIONAL DAY OF POLAND
On 11 November, MINURSO celebrated Poland's Independence Day by raising its flag at the Mission headquarters in Laayoune next to the UN flag. Poland is one of the 51 States signatories of the United Nations Charter and by…
Open Day on Women, Peace, and Security – A Yearly Commitment
On 11 November, UNIFIL officials met with dozens of women from South Lebanon to listen and discuss ways forward to support women of the south. This was part of the Global Open Days on Women, Peace, and Security organized by…
UNIFIL Head Urges Proactive Action and Accountability to Maintain Stability along the Blue Line
Chairing a regular Tripartite meeting at a UN position in Ras al-Naqoura today, UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Aroldo Lázaro congratulated Lebanese and Israeli army representatives on the recent and…
SRSG Ziadeh meets with the Ambassador of Finland Mr. Matti Nissinen
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh met with the Ambassador of Finland Mr. Matti Nissinen, at UNMIK Headquarters. They discussed recent political developments including…
Women Peacekeepers Play a Unique and Critical Role in the DRC
Women are essential to effective peacekeeping as they often have better access to communities through women and children / Photos MONUSCO Veiled by the heated sun and surrounded by the lush green landscape of Kiwanja Valley…
Civilian casualties decrease across South Sudan, according to new UNMISS report
Juba, 16 November 2022: A new report from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) registered a 60 per cent decrease in violent incidents against civilians and a 23 per cent decrease in civilian victims in the third…
Statement by Mr. Nicholas Haysom Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS at the 24th RJMEC Plenary
[AS DELIVERED] RJMEC Interim Chair, Members of the RJMEC Board, Excellencies and distinguished guests, Thank you for the opportunity to address this forum and to reflect on next steps for implementing the peace agreement in…
ITURI : MORE THAN 350-KM ROADS REHABILITATED BY MONUSCO SINCE 2019, TO FACILITATE PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS AND TO BOOST TRADES
Nepalese peacekeepers have rehabilitated several stretches of road mainly in the territories of Irumu and Djugu, which are among the most affected by insecurity in Ituri. / Photos MONUSCO Since 2019, MONUSCO, through the…
North Kivu: resumption of joint patrols between MONUSCO and Congolese security forces
The joint patrols are intended above all to reassure the population of North Kivu. Photos MONUSCO / Alain Wandimoyi Joint patrols between MONUSCO and Congolese security forces have resumed in the city of Goma and its…