Peacekeeping news

Updated 16 October 2025. Financial constraints at the UN are forcing peacekeeping missions to reduce their operations by around 25% - significantly impacting their ability to protect civilians and advance peace in conflict…

In the Djugu territory, a new bridge over the Lidda River now connects Fataki to Libi, facilitating exchanges between communities. Restored bridges, a refurbished farm road and newly installed solar streetlights. MONUSCO…

Three children stand under mango trees with a few belongings as they are released from South Sudanese armed forces and begin a new life. Photo: Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA - On a peaceful morning in Yambio, three…

Peacekeepers continue to patrol the area, both day and night, to maintain a deterrent presence and prevent any further attacks. The MONUSCO Force opened fire on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, to prevent armed elements of the…

Naqoura, home to UNIFIL’s headquarters, was heavily damaged during the recent conflict. Homes, shops, and schools were destroyed, and many families had to flee. But life is slowly returning. Naqoura Public School reopened for…

In collaboration with local partners, MONUSCO continues to support efforts that strengthen dialogue and social cohesion-key elements for mental well-being and lasting peace A campaign to break taboosTo mark World Mental…

“We have all been told stories from our parents but it’s very good to learn from our own stories,” says 22-year-old photography enthusiast Fjolla Aliu. Aliu is one of 18 young people from across Kosovo who have transcended…

The Ottalo region is vulnerable and disconnected due to insecurity, poverty, and underdevelopment, lacking roads, mobile networks, and essential services, which underscores the urgent need for enhanced protection. Photo: Mach…

For the Commander of the Northern Sector, Brigadier General Md Saiful Alam Bhuiyan, this initiative reflects a dual objective: to strengthen the capabilities of the Congolese forces and enable them to deploy these skills…

Raped and denied justice for over a decade, Mary’s perpetrator was found guilty at an UNMISS-supported mobile court in Leer. UNITY STATE - Her mother being killed in the bushes without anyone ever being held accountable was…

Just before noon yesterday, an Israeli drone dropped a grenade that exploded near a UNIFIL position in Kafer Kela. One peacekeeper was lightly injured and received medical assistance. Before the grenade was dropped…

UNMIK welcomes the decision by the Central Election Commission to accredit Serbian-language media outlets and others who were previously denied accredition to cover the upcoming municipal elections. The decision assists the…