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.
The UN demands a 20% staff reduction to overcome the financial deficit. Layoffs will occur in many departments, including humanitarian and refugee support offices.
Polish President Andrzej Duda awarded Kyrylo Budanov the Gold Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit to Poland. Vadym Skibitsky was also awarded the Knight's Cross.
Iran threatens to take "special measures" to protect its nuclear facilities in the event of an Israeli attack. Tehran also warned that it would consider the United States as a "participant" in the attack.
World leaders call on India and Pakistan for peace after missile strikes and downed aircraft. The US, NATO, the UN and China have expressed concern about the escalation.
India attacked militant facilities in Pakistan, Islamabad declared the right to respond. According to both countries, there are dead and wounded among civilians.
UN Secretary-General expressed concern about India's operation on the border with Pakistan and called on both countries to "military restraint", stressing that a military solution is not the way out.
India is conducting nationwide civil defense drills due to the escalating conflict with Pakistan. Authorities are testing sirens, conducting evacuation drills, and practicing responses to power outages.
Hundreds of Israeli reservists have called on the government to strike a deal with Hamas to return the hostages, even if it means ending the war in Gaza. This reflects a split in the Israeli army.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres strongly condemned the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and compared Israel's actions to the terror of the Khmer Rouge, calling Gaza a "killing field. " He called for the resumption of humanitarian aid.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has announced his intention to run for UN Secretary-General in 2026, when António Guterres' term expires. He also noted the "paralysis" of the UN Security Council.
The President of Ukraine has stated his readiness to negotiate with representatives of Russian business and the opposition who are interested in ending the war, instead of Putin. He stressed the need to respect the legitimate government in Ukraine.
The UN Secretary-General emphasized that Ukraine has a legitimate government that must be respected. He also noted that the UN is currently not involved in ceasefire negotiations in the Black Sea.
In the event of a peace agreement, a contingent from Asia and South America under the auspices of the UN may be sent to Ukraine. It is also possible to deploy military personnel from the EU on the borders.
Emmanuel Macron is discussing a mission with the UN to support a future peace deal. Together with Keir Starmer, he is forming a coalition of NATO and EU countries for a peacekeeping contingent.
