Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on Colombia
The Secretary-General commends the people of Colombia for the peaceful conduct of the presidential elections that resulted in the election o
At Jeju Forum, ASG Khiari highlights youth leadership in shaping peaceful and inclusive AI governance
Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Europe, Central Asia and the Americas, Asia and the Pacific Khaled Khiari Video message at Jeju Forum Sustainability, Peace, Empowerment, And Korea (SPEAK) Program 25 June 2026…
The objective of this immersion is clear: to equip the women of the Advisory Group with the necessary tools to translate harsh field realities and early warnings into concrete, sharp, and actionable policy recommendations for high-level decision-makers.
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Security Sector Reform in the DRC: Women Move "From Participation to Influence"
These key actors have laid the groundwork for a paradigm shift:no longer just sitting at the table, but shaping the decisions made around it
Peacekeepers support rehabilitation of civilian infrastructure
Despite challenging conditions on the ground, UNIFIL peacekeepers continue to undertake tasks in support of vital civilian infrastructure such as repairs and rehabilitation of water networks and bridges in south Lebanon…
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DiCarlo warns of narrowing window to avert wider escalation in Sudan
Remarks by Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs SECURITY COUNCIL BRIEFING ON SUDAN New York, 26 June 2026 Madam President, Thank you for the opportunity to brief on Sudan. Let…
After more than two years of relative calm, the territory of Mambasa has been facing a deterioration in the security situation since the beginning of the year.
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Fight against armed groups: Mambasa residents pledge to work with MONUSCO to strengthen Protection of Civilians
“ We need MONUSCO to restore security to our territory,” stated unequivocally Mungeni Yuma, coordinator of Civil Society/Forces Vives in the Mambasa territory, located 174 kilometers west of Bunia in Ituri Province. For this…
This comprehensive approach helps strengthen trust between communities, supports the gradual restoration of State authority and contributes to creating the conditions for lasting peace.
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Ituri: New Governor commends MONUSCO Force's role in protecting civilians
A few days after taking office, the Military Governor of Ituri Province, Major General Gaby Kasongo Mulumba Batoka, visited 25 June 2026 MONUSCO's military facilities at Ndoromo Camp in Bunia. He was accompanied by the Head…
- This Week in DPPA
This Week in DPPA: 20 - 26 June 2026
A brief roundup of United Nations political and peacebuilding events and developments globally. USG DiCarlo holds bilateral meetings on the margins of the OAS Summit in Panama On the margins of the Organization of American…
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Lebanon: A Goodbye Note from the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert
The two years I have spent in Lebanon have taught me a great deal. For instance, I learned to look out the window more. This lessened the risk of missing scenes like churches and mosques, standing side-by-side, or ancient…
UN congratulates Somalia on 66th anniversary of independence
Mogadishu – As Somalis gather to celebrate the 66 th anniversary of their country’s independence, the United Nations extends its warmest
This activity forms part of MONUSCO’s ongoing efforts to support the strengthening of the rule of law and to address growing challenges related to the handling of offences involving digital evidence.
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Countering cybercrime: MONUSCO supports congolese judicial system in the management of electronic evidence in North Kivu
From 22 to 26 June 2026, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), through its Justice Support Section, organized a five-day training session in Benifor six…
Thanks to joint awareness-raising efforts, perceptions are gradually improving, with communities increasingly recognizing the dangers of disinformation.
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Ituri: Youth in Mambasa are advocating for the establishment of a “brigade to combat disinformation.”
In Mambasa, Ituri province, youth leaders are calling for the creation of a “brigade to fight disinformation” to curb the spread of rumors and contribute to peacebuilding efforts. “It is very important to fight disinformation…