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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Did Kim Jong Un Warn the US-South Korea through Military Parade? See

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has issued a warning to the US and South Korea by showcasing military strength and nuclear capabilities during a grand military parade.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Kim Ju-ae: North Koreaโ€™s next supreme leader?

A discussion is underway about Kim Ju-ae possibly becoming North Korea's next supreme leader as the regime prepares for future succession.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Ju-ae, 13 years old, daughter of the dictator and 'survival insurance' for the Kim Jong-un dynasty

Ju-ae, the 13-year-old daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, is increasingly being positioned as a potential successor and plays a prominent role in official events alongside her father.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

UN records nearly 8,000 deaths on migration routes in 2025 and says the real number is likely to be higher

The UN reported nearly 8,000 deaths or disappearances in dangerous migration routes in 2025, attributing the likely higher real number to reduced legal migration paths pushing people into the hands of smugglers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

UN: Israel locks in 'demographic change'

The UN's human rights chief has accused Israel of creating permanent demographic changes in the occupied West Bank and Gaza due to its military actions and new settlement regulations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India unambiguously reprimanded Pakistan at the UN, issuing a stern warning

India has issued a strong warning to Pakistan regarding the issues of Jammu Kashmir and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) at the United Nations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

UN: The expert on Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, condemns 'toxic' attacks against her

UN expert Francesca Albanese criticized 'toxic' attacks on her personal life following calls for her resignation from several European countries due to her criticism of Israel.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Melania Trump will lead a meeting in the Security Council

First Lady Melania Trump is set to lead a meeting at the UN Security Council, marking a historic moment as the first time an American First Lady has taken on this role.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

The jacket, the tip-off from the secret services, the military parade: has Kim "crowned" his daughter? What is happening in North Korea

Speculation surrounding Kim Ju Ae, daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has intensified following her appearance at a military parade, leading to questions about her potential succession.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Melania Trump to take the gavel at UN Security Council in historic first

Melania Trump is set to become the first sitting first lady to preside over the UN Security Council, focusing on peace through education.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
World

Melania Trump will preside over the UN Security Council meeting on Monday, announced the White House

Melania Trump is scheduled to lead a UN Security Council meeting on Monday, according to a White House announcement.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

Melania Trump will preside over a meeting of the UN Security Council

Melania Trump has been appointed to preside over an upcoming meeting of the UN Security Council.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The UN demands that the Taliban revoke the penal code that legalizes violence against women

The UN calls for the Taliban to repeal a recently enacted penal code that permits violence against women and to adhere to international human rights obligations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mari Holopainen, the successor to Pekka Haavisto in Parliament: A Honorary Task

Former Green League MP Mari Holopainen is set to take over the parliamentary position left by Pekka Haavisto, who is moving on to a UN role in Sudan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Meeting on Global Peace

First Lady Melania Trump will chair a UN Security Council meeting focused on global peace and education, marking a historic moment as the first active American First Lady to do so.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The First UN Humanitarian Plane Lands in Khartoum and International Condemnations of the Attack on El Fasher

The first United Nations humanitarian flight since the outbreak of war in Sudan has landed in Khartoum amid international condemnations of an attack on El Fasher.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Party Congress: North Korea Links Dialogue with the USA to Conditions

Kim Jong-un emphasizes North Korea's commitment to bolster its nuclear arsenal while conditioning potential talks with the USA on a shift in Washington's stance.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un attended a military parade with his daughter

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a grand military parade in Pyongyang along with his daughter, raising speculations about succession.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Kim Jong Un Shows Confidence in Economic and Personnel Achievements as 'Most Significant in 30 Years'

At the recent Workersโ€™ Party Congress, Kim Jong Un touted the economic achievements of North Korea over the past three years as the most significant in three decades, showcasing a change in tone from previous admissions of failure.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Is Pekka Haavisto Resigning from Parliament? Live Broadcast at 3 PM

Green Party MP Pekka Haavisto will announce whether he needs to resign from Parliament due to his new role as the UN's Special Representative for Sudan during a press conference today.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
World

Eide and several other foreign ministers: UN report on Sudan is a cry for action

The foreign ministers of the Sudan Core Group are calling for urgent action following a UN report detailing atrocities in Sudan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Eide and several other foreign ministers: UN report on Sudan is a call to action

Norwegian and several other foreign ministers respond to a UN report on Sudan, urging immediate action to prevent atrocities in the conflict-ridden nation.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Is Haavisto leaving the parliament? โ€“ Live broadcast at 14:55

Pekka Haavisto, recently appointed as a UN special envoy to Sudan, is holding a press conference to discuss his new role and its implications on his position as a Finnish parliament member.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Pekka Haavisto's Surprise Press Conference - Watch Live at 14:55

Finnish MP Pekka Haavisto is holding a press conference regarding current affairs after being appointed as the UN Secretary-General's new special representative to Sudan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Kim Jong Un's rarely seen daughter, 13, takes centre stage at North Korea military parade

In a rare public appearance, Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, joined her father at a significant military parade in North Korea, highlighting her potential future role in leadership.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Barth Eide and Foreign Ministers: Express Our Common Anger Over El Fashir

The foreign ministers from Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, and the UK express their collective anger and sorrow regarding a UN investigation report on El Fashir in Sudan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

UN: Twice as many civilians killed in Sudan in 2025

The number of civilian casualties in Sudan more than doubled in 2025, according to a UN report on the country's civil war.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Melania Trump to preside over a United Nations Security Council meeting

Melania Trump will preside over a UN Security Council meeting on March 2, focusing on education's role in fostering global tolerance and peace.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

With Trump focused on Iran, Kim speaks of increasing North Korea's nuclear arsenal

North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un announced plans to expand the country's nuclear arsenal and stated that improvements in relations with the United States depend solely on Washington's stance.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Kim Jong-un assures that he will continue to strengthen North Korea's nuclear capabilities

Kim Jong-un announced plans to enhance North Korea's nuclear capabilities while expressing a willingness to negotiate with the U.S. if it withdraws its 'hostile policy.'

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

UN Security Council sanctions RSF commanders for atrocities in Darfur

The UN Security Council has imposed sanctions on four commanders of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces for their involvement in atrocities in Darfur, which have been described as having the hallmarks of genocide.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'North Koreaโ€™s insults and threats do not help peace'

President Yoon expressed disappointment over North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's comments branding South Korea as a 'thorough enemy,' reaffirming the commitment to peaceful coexistence on the Korean Peninsula.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Leaving room for dialogue with the US administration, North Korea emphasizes 'hostile' relations with South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted a willingness for dialogue with the US while reinforcing 'hostile' relations with South Korea during the recently held Workers' Party Congress.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

PHOTO: The giant parade was watched by Kim Jong-un and his young successor

A giant parade was attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un along with his young successor.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Paris's Reversal on Albanese: No Request for Resignation at the UN

France has opted not to request the resignation of Francesca Albanese during the recent UN Human Rights Council session, contrary to earlier announcements.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

Paris Renounces Demand for Albanese's Resignation at the UN, Reply: 'I Was Expecting Apologies'

Paris has withdrawn its demand for Albanese's resignation at the UN in response to controversial comments made by a UN special rapporteur.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Jong-un's Diverging Strategies Toward the South and the US, and Nuclear Policy... The Key Phrase is 'Safety and Development of the North Korean Regime'

Kim Jong-un emphasizes the necessity of nuclear armament and erecting barriers between North and South Korea while hinting at the future need to reconcile with the US for North Korea's development.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Jong-un's daughter appears at North Korean parade instead of weapons... He warns of 'brutal retaliation' against military hostility

During a North Korean parade, Kim Jong-un's daughter appeared prominently in place of weapons, as he warned of severe retaliation against military threats.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] North Korea, Again Claiming 'Break in Relations', Should Not Give Up Efforts to Restore Trust

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un declared at the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party that there is no possibility of engaging in discussions with South Korea, reaffirming a hostile stance against the South.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

UN Human Rights Office in Mozambique: A Symbolic Step or an Institutional Shift?

The Mozambican government signed an agreement to establish a permanent UN Human Rights Office in the country, raising questions about its potential impact in a challenging political and social landscape.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

North Korean System โ€˜Beginning to Collapse from the Bottomโ€™ - Former Unification Minister Kang In-Duk on Party Congress

Former South Korean Unification Minister Kang In-Duk observed that Kim Jong-un's regime in North Korea is starting to collapse from its foundations despite recent claims of achievements during the party congress.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

North Korea pledges further nuclear build-up

North Korea's Kim Jong-un has declared the country's commitment to further expanding its nuclear arsenal as part of a long-term strategy amid ongoing tensions with the United States.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Iran: Focus will be on the nuclear issue

Discussions surrounding the negotiations will be focused on Iran's nuclear issue, according to spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Sexual violence continues as a form of torture in wars, says former UN prosecutor for Rwanda

Charles Adeogun-Phillips discusses the historical significance of recognizing sexual violence in conflict as torture and its implications in current global conflicts.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

A Stubborn Russian Diplomat Publicly Mocked Ukraine: 'I Am Ukrainian'

A Russian diplomat publicly claimed to be Ukrainian during a UN Security Council meeting commemorating the fourth anniversary of Russia's extensive invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

UN approves first carbon credit to Myanmar woodstove project

The UN has approved its first carbon credits for a project in Myanmar that involves distributing efficient wood-burning cookstoves.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Debate between 'Grok' and an Expert on Korean Affairs over Claims of Kim's Daughter Appointed in Missile Command

A social media debate erupted following a South Korean newspaper report claiming Kim Jong-un appointed his daughter Kim Ju-ae to a role in missile command, raising concerns about her age and the responsibilities of such a position.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Jong-un calls South Korea โ€˜eternal enemyโ€™ but keeps door open to US talks

North Korea's Kim Jong-un declared South Korea its 'eternal enemy' while maintaining an openness to engage in talks with the United States.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Kim Jong Un warns North Korea could 'completely destroy' South if threatened

Kim Jong Un escalates threats towards South Korea, saying the North could completely destroy the South if its security is threatened, amid increased military posturing.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

They intend to invest in their nuclear and missile plans

Kim Jong Un states that North Korea's relationship with the United States depends on the U.S. accepting their nuclear ambitions, while also emphasizing an increase in nuclear weapons and missile capabilities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:56 UTC

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