António Guterres
The WMO forecasts that El Niño will intensify to very strong levels and continue through February. The phenomenon threatens droughts, floods and heat.
Guterres and Spoljaric called on states to begin negotiations on legally binding restrictions on autonomous weapons. They warned of risks to civilians.
The United States has begun the process of transferring $725 million to the UN. This amount will cover less than 20% of the organization's reported debt owed by Washington.
Zelenskyy informed Guterres about Russian strikes and civilian casualties. The parties discussed attacks on ports and the threat of rising prices.
The UN Secretary-General expressed serious concern over US sanctions against Tomoko Akane and Abdoulaye Seyé. The UN called the ICC a pillar of international justice.
The U. S. ambassador to Tokyo stated that the United States recognizes Japan’s sovereignty over the Northern Territories following Putin’s visit. Japan summoned Russia’s ambassador over the visit.
UN Secretary-General warned about the escalation in the Middle East and called for a cessation of hostilities. He emphasized the need to restore freedom of navigation through diplomacy.
World leaders supported the US-Iran deal. Israel has reportedly not yet signed the agreement and maintains a military presence in so-called "security zones" in Lebanon, as well as in Gaza and Syria.
Guterres presented three options for monitoring the Israel-Lebanon border after December 31. The plan involves supporting the Lebanese army and de-escalation.
UN Secretary-General hopes for the success of diplomacy and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump is preparing a final decision regarding the previous agreement with Iran.
The UN has for the first time included the troops of the Russian Federation and Israel in the list for sexual violence. Investigators confirmed hundreds of cases of abuse against Ukrainian prisoners.
Israel is ceasing cooperation with the UN Secretary-General's office following a report on sexual violence. The country remains a member of the UN but is freezing personal contacts.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a ceasefire due to the escalation of the conflict. In the first four months of 2026, 815 civilians have been killed in Ukraine.
About 50 countries at the UN condemned Russia's threats to strike embassies in Kyiv. The United States did not sign this joint statement on the inadmissibility of attacks.
In Dnipro, an Iskander missile destroyed a UN warehouse with $1. 4 million worth of aid. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the UN Secretary-General to stop Russian attacks on humanitarian missions.
The UN General Assembly has approved a resolution on the climate responsibility of states. The document provides for compensation for damages and the abolition of fuel subsidies.
Four candidates for the UN leadership position have declared a deep crisis and a loss of trust in the organization. The new secretary must address the issue of the financial deficit.
The UN Secretary-General called for adherence to freedom of navigation in the Middle East. Iran announced the opening of the strait for the duration of the ceasefire.
The Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General stated that strikes on civilian targets in Iran would violate international law. Guterres urged the US and Iran to avoid destroying infrastructure.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of the risk of conflict escalation and critical consequences for the global economy. He called on the US, Israel, and Iran to cease fire.
Iran's Permanent Representative to the UN stated Ukraine's responsibility for assisting in attacks on the country. A letter regarding violations of international law has been sent to the UN Secretary-General.
WMO warns of Earth's energy imbalance and heat accumulation in the oceans. The return of El Niño in 2026 will cause another temperature increase.
Tehran reported a terrorist attack on the Ramada hotel in Lebanon. Israel claims that those killed are agents of the elite Quds Force of Iran's IRGC.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East. He expressed concern over the military confrontation between the US, Israel, and Iran.
The Pakistan Air Force carried out a series of airstrikes on Kabul and the provinces of Kandahar and Paktia. The attack was a response to a night attack by Afghan forces on Pakistan's border areas.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Heorhiy Tikhy commented on Russia's question to the UN regarding the "self-determination" of Donbas. He reminded that in October 2022, 143 members of the UN General Assembly rejected Russia's illegal land grabs.
The UN Security Council asked Secretary-General Guterres to provide monthly reports on Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. In response, Russia suggested the Council monitor the Caribbean, where the US is striking drug traffickers.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed regret over the US decision to withdraw from dozens of UN organizations. Most of the 31 organizations are funded from the regular budget, and the UN has not yet received official notifications from Washington.
The US special operation in Caracas and the detention of Nicolás Maduro caused a resonant reaction from world leaders. The international community was divided in its assessment of the legality of Washington's actions, from full support to harsh condemnation.
On Monday, the UN Security Council will hold an urgent meeting over the US military operation in Venezuela. Colombia initiated the meeting, which was supported by Russia and China.