Cypriot Leaders Meet in Nicosia
The Greek Cypriot leader, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, and the Turkish Cypriot leader, Mr. Tufan Erhürman, met today under the auspices of the United Nations. Following the meeting, the leaders issued a joint statement…
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Special Envoy details rising uncertainty, deepening tensions in Occupied Palestinian Territory
On 26 August, the Security Council held an open briefing on “the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question”. “As talks continue on the implementation of resolution 2803 (2025) and the Comprehensive Plan…
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Security Council Briefing- 26 August 2026
RAMIZ ALAKBAROV UN ACTING SPECIAL COORDINATOR FOR THE MIDDLE EAST PEACE PROCESS BRIEFING TO THE SECURITY COUNCIL ON THE SITUATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST 26 August 2026 Madam President Members of the Security Council, I am…
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5 Facts about the future of UN peace operations
After wide consultation, the Secretary-General releases his report on the review of all forms of UN peace operations , including peacekeeping operations and special political missions. The review calls for a reset in how we…
UN peacekeepers conduct a night patrol in Bentiu, South Sudan. Photo: UN/Gregorio Cunha
- Future of Peacekeeping
UN peace operations work to create and preserve peace
Supporting the first democratic elections after brutal civil wars in Mozambique and Cambodia. Disarming thousands of child soldiers in Sierra Leone. Helping to secure Namibia’s independence from South Africa. These are some…
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Victims and their families must remain at the centre of initiatives to resolve missing persons cases
Efforts to determine the fate of persons still missing from the conflict in Kosovo must remain inclusive, grounded in human rights and – above all – centred on victims and their families. On today’s International Day of the…
WHO, UNMISS and partners strengthen Ebola preparedness in Ezo
WESTERN EQUATORIA - At the border between South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), trade and family ties connect communities on both sides. For many residents of Ezo, Western Equatoria State, crossing the…
SRSG Due calls for urgent action to end violence against women
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due, expresses profound sadness at the loss of lives of two women, reportedly at the hands of their husbands, within a matter of days. He extends…
More than a Peace Circle: Aweil youth find belonging through shared stories
NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – In South Sudan, every gathering brings together stories shaped by different life experiences, shared pain and resilience. A recent peace circle in Aweil was no exception. Participants came together…
The peacekeepers maintain a presence on the ground, conducting regular patrols, particularly alongside the Congolese army, in order to protect civilians and secure the main roads.
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Ituri: in Fataki and Bule, MONUSCO strengthens civilian protection to support the return of displaced people
In Fataki and Bule, in Djugu Territory, Ituri Province, MONUSCO peacekeepers are continuing their civilian protection operations in a still-fragile security environment. MONUSCO Force Commander Lieutenant General Ulisses de…
UNMISS honours fallen peacekeepers
JUBA – It was a perfect day for a final goodbye. The sun shone brightly on a simple yet poignant memorial service in Juba today. Colleagues from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) gathered to pay their…