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Scaling up breastfeeding could prevent almost 400,000 child deaths and around 140,000 maternal deaths each year, @WHO and @UNICEF report.
Extreme weather is becoming more frequent, more intense and more costly.
The UN is calling for faster action to tackle the climate crisis by moving away from fossil fuels, investing in renewable energy and protecting vulnerable communities.
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Restrictions on free expression, peaceful assembly and association are shrinking civic space in Uganda, @UNHumanRights warns.
As fear grows, more people are reluctant to speak out, while civil society and journalists face mounting pressure.
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Regional tensions are mounting in the Middle East as Security Council members hear briefings at 10am (NY time) on the latest updates from Gaza and US President Donald Trump’s fledgling Board of Peace.
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For the FIFA World Cup Final, @UNYouthAffairs brought together young leaders, athletes and partners for One World, One Game, One Goal.
The event highlighted football's role in promoting youth mental health, reducing stigma and strengthening communities.
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75 years after the Refugee Convention was adopted, more than 41 million refugees remain displaced worldwide.
A global campaign led by @Refugees is bringing together advocates and public figures to renew the commitment to protect people forced to flee.
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As fighting rages on between Israel and Hezbollah despite a ceasefire, UN human rights chief @volker_turk visited Lebanon over the weekend, meeting with displaced families who highlighted the scale of human suffering and small signs of hope.
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UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres is deeply concerned by Israeli plans to speed up the legalization and establishment of farm outposts in the occupied West Bank in response to recent attacks.
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What’s stopping the HIV prevention revolution? High prices and funding cutbacks.
What’s at stake? The AIDS epidemic could stage a comeback.
Conflict, climate change and insecurity are putting some of the world's most treasured cultural and natural sites at risk.
@UNESCO has added six World Heritage sites to its List of World Heritage in Danger, including ancient cities and historic castles.
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The Security Council heard that more than 170 civilians have reportedly been killed and over 1,000 injured in Ukraine since 9 July amid intensified Russian attacks.
UN officials renewed calls to protect civilians and pursue an immediate ceasefire.
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🎤 Security Council discusses escalating Russian attacks against Ukraine
🎤 Sudan UNICEF: the more health centres we build, the more children come
🎤 South Sudan hunger needs are growing among children: UNICEF
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As the current Ebola epidemic ranks among the deadliest outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, humanitarian workers in Bunia, Ituri, continue to educate communities to stop the spread of both the virus and rumours.
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Cyberattacks, data breaches and online harassment are becoming new barriers to HIV care, says @UNAIDS.
From fake QR codes to hacked activist lists, digital threats are putting the world's most at-risk communities in danger.
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Acute malnutrition in Gaza has declined, but thousands of children remain at risk.
@FAO, @UNICEF and @WFP warn that without sustained humanitarian aid, recent gains in food security could quickly be lost
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Thousands of women and girls continue to face difficulty accessing essential healthcare and protection a month after deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela. @UNFPA urges greater international solidarity and support.
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War took Sasha Paskal's leg, but not her determination.
The 10-year-old Ukrainian gymnast is back in competition, while @UNICEF continues supporting children affected by the war through education, psychosocial care and inclusive programmes.
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Wrapping up a two-day visit to Syria - his first-ever as UN Secretary-General - @antonioguterres told journalists that Syria has an opportunity not only to recover from conflict but to build 'a future that is more stable, more inclusive and more prosperous for all Syrians'.
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After years of war, displacement and loss, Syrians are looking toward a future built on security, jobs and dignity.
Wrapping up a landmark visit to Damascus, UN chief @antonioguterres said the world must help ensure they do not face recovery alone.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) ousts prosecutor Karim Khan at an emergency session at UN Headquarters in New York.
