UN Chief Eyes Reforms to Peacekeeping Operations
UN Secretary-General Guterres called for a "serious, broad-based reflection" on reforming the global body's peacekeeping operations, highlighting persistent "limitations" to their success.
UN Chief Warns of AI Risks to Global Peace
UN Secretary-General Guterres warned that artificial intelligence could pose a risk to global peace and security, calling on all member states to urgently set up guardrails.
Mali Calls for Immediate End of UN Mission
Mali's foreign minister called for the UN Security Council to withdraw the peacekeeping mission in his country "without delay."
Ukraine Dam Destruction a ‘Consequence’ of Russian Invasion: UN Chief
UN Secretary-General Guterres said the partial destruction of the Kakhovka dam in Ukraine was "another devastating consequence" of Russia's invasion.
UN Chief Warns Ethiopia War ‘Spiraling Out of Control’
UN chief Antonio Guterres warned that the war in Ethiopia was "spiralling out of control" as fighting raged in the north of the country.
Blast Kills Three Bangladesh UN Peacekeepers in Central African Republic
Three UN peacekeepers from Bangladesh were killed and a fourth seriously wounded when their vehicle was hit by an explosive device in the Central African Republic.
UN Security Council Renews Arms Embargo on South Sudan
The UN Security Council renewed an arms embargo and sanctions against South Sudan amid continuing unrest in the country.
UN Security Council Votes for New Somalia Peacekeeping Force
The UN Security Council unanimously for a new African Union peacekeeping force in Somalia, where Al-Shabaab insurgents have been seeking to overthrow the fragile government for more than a decade.
UN Aid Drive to Avert Yemen Catastrophe Falls Far Short
The UN voiced disappointment after a pledging conference raised less than a third of the money needed to prevent catastrophe in Yemen.
UN Chief Recommends AU Maintain Somalia Troop Levels Until 2023
UN Secretary-General recommended that the African Union's peacekeeping mission in Somalia maintain its staffing level through the end of the year.
Taliban Killed 100 Ex-Afghan Govt Officials, Others: UN Report
A UN report says the Taliban allegedly killed more than 100 former Afghan government members, security personnel, and people who worked with international forces.
Ethiopia’s Rebels Announce Retreat to Tigray
Tigrayan rebels announced they have withdrawn from two regions in northern Ethiopia and retreated to their Tigray stronghold.
UN Chief Calls for ‘Dialogue’ With the Taliban, Fears for the Sahel
UN chief Antonio Guterres expressed fears that the hardline Islamists' return to power in Afghanistan could embolden jihadists in the Sahel.
Dialogue Possible With Certain Sahel Jihadists: UN Chief
Dialogue may be possible with certain jihadist groups active in Africa's Sahel region, but not "radical" ones such as the Islamic State group, UN chief Antonio Guterres said Monday.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels reject ceasefire with Saudi-led coalition
Yemen's Houthi rebels rejected a ceasefire declared by the Saudi-led coalition against the northern faction, accusing Riyadh of violations
UN can’t confirm Iran attacked Saudi oil facilities, Guterres says
The UN has been unable to confirm Iranian involvement in an attack on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said
UN says G5 Sahel needs more support to battle terrorism, as Macron signals force revamp
The G5 Sahel Joint Force faces persistent training and equipment shortfalls as violence spirals in the region, according to a new UN report
UN chief Guterres warns of ‘continental scale’ terrorism in Africa
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the threat of cross-border terrorism in Africa, warning that the ADF is linked to groups across the continent
Guterres again calls for UN to fund G5 Sahel counter-terrorism force
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres again pushed for funding for the G5 Sahel force, warning "we are not winning the war against terrorism"
Sahel states need more support to fight extremism, UN chief Guterres says
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged international support for the G5 Sahel to help West Africa's fight against violent extremism
UN report calls for maintaining Mali mission, bolstering Mopti deployment
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for for maintaining MINUSMA peacekeeper numbers in Mali and increasing its presence in Mopti
UN peacekeeping missions threatened by $2 billion budget gap
The UN is struggling with almost $2 billion in unpaid contributions to its peacekeeping budget, with current cash balances covering less than two months of operations
Yemen’s warring parties agree to ceasefire, deal for Hodeidah, UN says
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced breakthroughs in peace talks with the warring parties in Yemen, including a ceasefire for Hodeidah
UN Secretary-General Guterres vows to pursue support for G5 Sahel anti-terror force
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres vowed to pursue support for the G5 Sahel anti-terror force during a visit to the mission headquarters in Mali
