Breaking the silence: UNFICYP brings women together for an open conversation on menopause
On 18 May, women from across the island gathered at an UNFICYP networking forum to break the silence around a topic that affects every woman
Director for Europe and Central Asia Division of the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations briefs the Security Council meeting on maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine.
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- Security Council
At Security Council, Director Kayoko Gotoh calls for renewed diplomacy and ceasefire in Ukraine
Director, Europe and Central Asia Division, Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, Kayoko Gotoh’s remarks to the Security Council on Ukraine New York, 19 May 2026 Mr. President, Well into its…
For example, on Wednesday, May 20, 11 tons of response equipment arrived on MONUSCO flights from Kinshasa and Nairobi.
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Ebola response support: MONUSCO airlifts nearly 30 tons of equipment to Bunia
On the ground, the Blue Helmets are also stepping up awareness-raising efforts among the population.
- Press Releases
UNAMA Statement on Afghanistan’s De Facto Authorities’ Decree No. 18 “Code on Judicial Separation of Spouses”
KABUL - The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) expresses grave concern over the promulgation of Decree No. 18 by Afghanistan’s de facto authorities. The Decree, which codifies principles governing the…
UNRCCA engages Youth on Human Rights and Responsibilities
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan
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- Deputy Special Coordinator
Security Council Briefing - 21 May 2026
Mister President, Members of the Security Council, I would first like to acknowledge the presence of High Representative Mladenov, and thank him for his tireless efforts to advance the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan…
Local radio stations play a key role in disseminating reliable information and raising awareness among the population, often in several local languages.
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Ituri: MONUSCO equips 4 radio stations with solar energy and broadcasting equipment
The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) has equipped four radio stations in Ituri province with solar energy systems and broadcasting equipment, as part of a…
UNSMIL / Ajmal Azami
- Unified security institutions and implementation of the Ceasefire Agreement
International partners pledge continued support for mine action in Libya
TRIPOLI—On 14 May, representatives from ten countries met during the second annual Libya Mine Action Support Group in Tripoli. Together, they reaffirmed that mine action remains critical to protection of civilians and to…
Leaders of tomorrow take center-stage at lively debates on gender equality and democracy in Pibor
GREATER PIBOR – Demonstrating confidence, critical thinking, and leadership, young students from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area gathered in a Pibor town for lively, sometimes fierce, but always respectful, debate on a…
Director RSCE, Mr. Paulin Djomo (standing) talks to Chief LARRMU, Elise Metougue and some RSCE staff members on the importance of the ISO Awareness Clinic.
RSCE / Mark Kaheru
Building a Culture of Quality: RSCE Hosts ISO Awareness Clinic
The RSCE brought staff together for an engaging ISO Awareness Clinic as part of the ISO 9001:2015 certification journey.
UNMISS peacekeepers donate blood to help protect and prolong the lives of those they serve
JUBA - Across South Sudan, communities face a wide variety of threats, whether it’s a traumatic accident, injuries due to conflict, chronic illnesses and longer-term medical conditions. Blood donations by volunteers are…
On May 20, 2026, 11 tons of response equipment arrived on MONUSCO flights from Kinshasa and Nairobi. Photo: MONUSCO
- Protecting Civilians (POC)
- MONUSCO
MONUSCO supports Ebola response efforts in DR Congo with airlift of emergency medical supplies
Following the official declaration of the 17th Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo on 15 May 2026, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the country (MONUSCO) has rapidly deployed its air assets to assist…