UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the US President's statement about the possible resumption of nuclear weapons testing, emphasizing the extremely high nuclear risks. Guterres' spokesman Farhan Haq stated that nuclear tests are unacceptable under any circumstances, recalling the catastrophic consequences of previous tests.
Over 460 patients and their companions died in the main hospital of El Fasher, Sudan, after its capture by the RSF paramilitary forces. The WHO confirmed the massacre, which occurred after a series of attacks on the maternity hospital.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated that exceeding the Paris Agreement's climate target is inevitable, calling for an immediate change of course. He emphasized the danger of reaching catastrophic "tipping points" and the need to reduce emissions.
A new UN-backed forum has been launched to tackle debt problems in developing countries. Global public debt reached $102 trillion in 2024.
On October 13, a peace summit on Gaza will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh. It will be led by the presidents of Egypt and the United States, with the aim of ending the war and stabilizing the Middle East.
The emergency situation at the Zaporizhzhia NPP, which is disconnected from power due to shelling, has been ongoing for seven days. President Zelenskyy stated that one of the diesel generators that supply electricity to the plant has failed.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with UN Secretary-General Guterres regarding the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia and the situation at the occupied ZNPP. The station has been in a blackout for the seventh day due to damage to power grids.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, at a high-level summit on climate change, identified a key goal: to halt the global temperature increase. He named five nuances affecting climate change, including the transition to clean energy and stopping deforestation.
IAEA head Rafael Grossi has officially announced his candidacy for the position of UN Secretary-General. He is actively using his influence to gain Washington's favor.
The US Secret Service is investigating an incident involving an escalator stoppage while Melania Trump was ascending at the UN headquarters. According to preliminary data, the cause of the safety mechanism's activation could have been a videographer from the American delegation.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a ceasefire in Ukraine at a meeting of the UN Security Council. He emphasized that the war has been going on for over three and a half years, leading to numerous civilian casualties and infrastructure destruction.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres praised the diplomatic efforts of the US and other countries to end the war in Ukraine. He emphasized the need for a complete ceasefire and a just peace in accordance with the UN Charter.
Donald Trump plans bilateral talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A meeting between the American president and UN Secretary-General António Guterres is also possible.
The United Nations has completed its review of the 2026 budget estimate, proposing a spending cut of over $500 million. This will result in the elimination of 2,681 jobs and the relocation of approximately 200 employees to less expensive cities.
In Afghanistan, a 6-magnitude earthquake claimed the lives of 812 people and injured 2800. Authorities are appealing for international aid, as the country is already struggling with humanitarian crises.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin during the SCO summit. The parties discussed strategic partnership, growing trade, and cooperation in energy and digitalization.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of Poland Karol Nawrocki. As well as a number of other European leaders who supported Ukraine after Russia's massive attack.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani believes that the war in Ukraine is unlikely to end by the end of the year. Italy has also appointed a new ambassador to Moscow.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed steps for a ceasefire and preparations for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly with UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Zelenskyy thanked Guterres for his condolences to the families who lost loved ones during the attack on Kyiv.
The global IPC system has confirmed signs of famine in Gaza, where over 514,000 people are suffering from critical food shortages. By the end of September, this figure could rise to 641,000 people, despite Israel's denials.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres presented a report indicating that the organization's documents are hardly read. Last year, the UN held 27,000 meetings and prepared 1,100 reports, many of which are not widely popular.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has received final approval to build a 14-story luxury eco-hotel in Herzliya, Israel. The project, in which the actor owns a 10% stake, has drawn criticism due to its scale and the ongoing conflict in the region.
Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, stated that Russia does not depend on supplies from Iran, receiving mostly gunpowder. Russian production of kamikaze drones has already been established domestically.
Iran has appealed to the UN, demanding that Israel and the US be held responsible for military actions and pay compensation. This followed missile attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed serious concern about the US military actions against Iran, which he called a dangerous escalation. He warns of catastrophic consequences for the region and the world and calls for de-escalation and a diplomatic solution.
In 2024, violence against children in conflict zones reached unprecedented levels, with a 25% increase in grave violations. Gaza, DRC, Somalia, Nigeria, and Haiti are of particular concern.
António Guterres will attend the G7 summit to discuss energy security. He called for diversification and investment to ensure access to energy.
The EU calls on parties to respect international law and diplomacy following Israeli strikes on Iran. The organization is concerned about the threat of escalation and nuclear weapons.
Antonio Guterres called on Israel and Iran for peace and diplomacy. Iran threatens to attack countries that will defend Israel.
Aid distribution centers in Gaza are closing due to the IDF declaring roads "combat zones. " The wounded were shelled by Israeli forces as they waited for aid.
