Head of UNMISS witnesses first-hand the threats to community safety in Unity State
UNITY - On 1 March 2026, communities in the remote Abiemnhom region of South Sudan were abruptly woken by the sound of heavy gunfire as their town came under attack. Thousands fled to the United Nations base, seeking refuge…
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MINURSO holds welcome parade for newly arrived Force Commander
On 16 September, MINURSO held a military welcome parade at Mission HQ in Laayoune to honor the newly arrived Force Commander, Major General.
MINURSO@2026 / StratComms
MINURSO holds welcome parade for newly arrived Force Commander
On 16 September, MINURSO held a military welcome parade at Mission HQ in Laayoune to honor the newly arrived Force Commander, Major General.
Every day, joint patrols are conducted with the FARDC around schools and in areas most exposed to armed attacks.
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In Ituri, MONUSCO mobilized to protect students
Two weeks after classes resumed across the country, thousands of children in Ituri are returning to school safely thanks to the “Safer Schools” campaign implemented by the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in…
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Syria’s progress should create momentum for next steps in the transition
The Security Council met on 17 September against the backdrop of efforts to consolidate Syria’s political transition. The Secretary-General’s Deputy Special Envoy for Syria, Claudio Cordone, said that Syria has made…
Statement by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNFICYP, Khassim Diagne, on the International Day of Peace
Statement by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNFICYP, Khassim Diagne, on the International Day of Peace.
UNSCOL’s Jean Arnault Participates in Paris Meeting on Supporting the Lebanese Army
This week, OIC Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jean Arnault participated in the Aqaba Process meeting in Paris, which brought together international and regional partners to exchange views on coordinating international…
UNMISS Korean peacekeepers build community resilience through new vocational training programme
BOR - A new vocational training programme in Bor is giving 80 young South Sudanese the chance to acquire practical skills to help them earn incomes, build small businesses, and support their families. The programme provided…
Thomas' journey from victim of violence to builder of peace
WESTERN EQUATORIA - The sound of gunfire still takes Thomas Bazawi back to the forests he once crossed in search of safety. It reminds him of being young, frightened, and uncertain about whether he would make it out alive. “I…
Captain Djamilla's pursuit of peace in South Sudan under the Blue Beret
WESTERN EQUATORIA - “Lasting peace is built through listening, mutual trust, and respect for others.” This passionate belief inspires Captain Djamilla Pelagie Balak'we Seibou as she travels across Western Equatoria meeting…
UN Peacekeeping / Stephanie Lemesianou
Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo's remarks at the informal gathering to honor the memory of Nicholas "Fink" Haysom [as delivered]
New York, UN Rosemary A. DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Excellencies, Distinguished guests, Dear colleagues, Today we honor a peacemaker and a mediator of rare intuition and…
UN Peacekeeping / Stephanie Lemesianou
UN colleagues honor the life and legacy of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom
On 18 September, United Nations colleagues, family and friends gathered at UN Headquarters in New York to honor the life and legacy of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom, remembering a peacemaker, mentor and friend whose career spanned…