“It’s not complex, it’s genocide” Former top UN official on Gaza | Israel War on Gaza

“It’s not complex, it’s genocide” Former top UN official on Gaza | Israel War on Gaza

‘Israel operates under a climate of absolute impunity,’ says Craig Mokhiber, former top UN official. Since the start of Israel’s war on Gaza the United Nations has been under pressure. More than 85 percent of the Gazan population is currently homeless and living in dire conditions, while the UN remains…

Venezuela orders suspension of UN rights office, gives staff days to leave | United Nations News

Venezuela orders suspension of UN rights office, gives staff days to leave | United Nations News

Earlier this week the UN agency expressed ‘deep concern’ over the detention of prominent rights activist, Rocio San Miguel. Venezuela has ordered the local office of the United Nations human rights body to suspend operations and given its staff 72 hours to leave, accusing it of promoting opposition to the…

UN envoy warns of ‘dangerous’ escalation cycle in war-wracked Yemen | Houthis News

UN envoy warns of ‘dangerous’ escalation cycle in war-wracked Yemen | Houthis News

A separate UN official expresses fears over how the US designating the Houthis a ‘terrorist’ group may affect Yemen’s economy. The United Nations special envoy for Yemen has called for immediate action to end the “dangerous escalatory cycle” in the war-wracked country, as Houthi rebels continue their attacks in the…

Irene Khan: Gaza, ‘a genocide in the making’ | Israel War on Gaza

Irene Khan: Gaza, ‘a genocide in the making’ | Israel War on Gaza

UN special rapporteur highlights global challenges faced by free speech and advocacy. In an era where freedom of expression faces unprecedented challenges globally, Irene Khan stands as a beacon of hope. With a rich background in human rights advocacy, Khan has battled against censorship, intimidation and the suppression of free…

UNICEF says 700,000 children in Sudan face life-threatening malnutrition | UNICEF News

UNICEF says 700,000 children in Sudan face life-threatening malnutrition | UNICEF News

As the war continues, the UN agency warns tens of thousands of children will ‘likely die’ without more aid. At least 700,000 children in Sudan are likely to suffer from the worst form of malnutrition this year, and tens of thousands could die, the United Nations children’s agency has warned….

Israel escalates Rafah bombardment as US warns of a ‘disaster’ | Israel War on Gaza News

Israel escalates Rafah bombardment as US warns of a ‘disaster’ | Israel War on Gaza News

Israeli forces bombed areas in the southern border city of Rafah, where more than half of Gaza’s internally displaced population is sheltering, as the United States warned that a military push into the city could be a “disaster”. Aid agencies have warned of a humanitarian catastrophe if Israel follows through…

UN committee urges Russia to end ‘forcible transfer’ of Ukrainian children | Russia-Ukraine war News

UN committee urges Russia to end ‘forcible transfer’ of Ukrainian children | Russia-Ukraine war News

Kyiv claims 20,000 children have been taken from Ukraine to Russia without families’ or guardians’ consent. The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has urged Russia to end the forcible transfer of children from occupied areas of Ukraine and return them to their families. Last month, a…

‘Reckless’: Proposed ban on US funding for UNRWA raises alarm | Israel War on Gaza News

‘Reckless’: Proposed ban on US funding for UNRWA raises alarm | Israel War on Gaza News

A United States security bill that would curtail funding to the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees is raising alarm, as rights advocates say a years-long effort to dismantle the agency is gaining steam amid Israel’s war on Gaza. The proposed $118bn legislation, a draft of which (PDF) was blocked…

UN chief appoints independent panel to assess UNRWA | Israel War on Gaza News

UN chief appoints independent panel to assess UNRWA | Israel War on Gaza News

Panel to be led by former French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, who will work with European research organisations. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has announced the creation of an independent panel to assess the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The aid agency has been under fire…

‘It’s immoral’: UN special rapporteur on UNRWA funding cuts | Israel War on Gaza

‘It’s immoral’: UN special rapporteur on UNRWA funding cuts | Israel War on Gaza

What impact will UNRWA funding cuts have on Gaza? Marc Lamont Hill speaks to UN Special Rapporteur, Francesca Albanese. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is worsening with more than 26,000 Gaza Palestinians killed and another 1.7 million displaced since October 7th. At least a dozen countries have announced they will…