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- Myanmar
Note to Correspondents: in response to questions on Myanmar following the earthquake, 31 March 2025
United Nations Special Envoy on Myanmar Julie Bishop stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar as the devastating earthquake has greatly exacerbated an already dire situation. She is heartbroken by first-hand accounts of the magnitude of the suffering. Many victims still cannot be reached due…
- Press Releases
MINUSCA condemns deadly attack against peacekeepers in Haut-Mbomou
Bangui, March 29, 2025 – The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for the Central African Republic and Head of MINUSCA, Valentine Rugwabiza, strongly condemns the ambush carried out yesterday morning against a MINUSCA Force patrol near the village of Tabane, 24 km northwest…
- Press Releases
Remarks by the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, at a press encounter at UN Headquarters, on the situation in South Sudan
Let me begin by addressing some breaking news - the terrible earthquake that hit parts of Southeast Asia today. We send our condolences to the government and peoples of the region. The United Nations system is mobilizing to help those in need. Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I want to focus today…
- Security Council Resolution 1701
- Special Coordinator
Statement of UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert
Today’s exchange of fire across the Blue Line, the second such incident in less than a week, is deeply concerning. This is a critical period for Lebanon and the wider region. Any exchange of fire is one too many. A return to wider conflict in Lebanon would be devastating for civilians on both sides…
- Press statements
Secretary-General appoints Mr. James Swan of the United States as Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS)
New York — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today the appointment of James Swan of the United States as his Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS). The Secretary-General expresses his gratitude…
PRESS STATEMENT BY THE UNITED NATIONS SPOKESPERSON IN CYPRUS
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Deputy Special Adviser on Cyprus, Mr. Colin Stewart, will host a meeting of the Turkish Cypriot leader, Mr. Ersin Tatar, and the Greek Cypriot leader, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, in the United Nations Protected Area on 2 April at 09:00 hrs.
- Security Council Resolution 1701
- Special Coordinator
Statement of UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert
Today’s exchange of fire across the Blue Line, the second such incident in less than a week, is deeply concerning. This is a critical period for Lebanon and the wider region. Any exchange of fire is one too many. A return to wider conflict in Lebanon would be devastating for civilians on both sides…
UNMISS calls for immediate recommitment to peace at pivotal moment for South Sudan
Following reports tonight of the detention of First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, calls on all Parties to exercise restraint and uphold the Revitalized Peace Agreement. “Tonight, the country’s leaders stand on the brink of relapsing into widespread…
UNMISS calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and restoration of calm in South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urgent dialogue between the country’s leaders to de-escalate tensions and restore calm. “To prevent a relapse into civil war, the Parties must recommit to the Revitalized Peace Agreement by…
- Press Releases
UNAMA expresses deep disappointment as ban on girls’ secondary education goes into fourth year
UNAMA expresses its deep disappointment that for the fourth consecutive year, Afghanistan’s de facto authorities have again denied access to secondary education for girls, a step that will only compound Afghanistan’s human rights, humanitarian, and economic crises. “The new school year has started…