UN Chief: Over 15,000 Civilians Killed
UN Secretary-General António Guterres reported that over 15,000 civilians have been killed and more than 41,000 injured in the war in Ukraine.
A new position for Pekka Haavisto
Pekka Haavisto has been appointed by the UN Secretary-General António Guterres as the new special envoy to Sudan.
Pekka Haavisto receives a new position
Former Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto has been appointed as the new Special Envoy for Sudan by UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
Pekka Haavisto Appointed UN Special Representative to Sudan
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Pekka Haavisto as the new special representative to Sudan, replacing Algerian Ramtane Lamamra.
Civilian Deaths "Unacceptable": UN Secretary-General Issues Statement on the 4th Anniversary of the Invasion of Ukraine
On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the high number of civilian casualties and called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire.
Sudan: Doing What's Right Is 'Not a Spectator Sport', Human Rights Council Warned
The UN Human Rights Council marked its 20th anniversary by emphasizing the importance of human rights amidst global conflicts, with Secretary-General António Guterres urging accountability from powerful nations.
Guterres from Geneva: Human Rights Under Widespread Attack Globally
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that human rights are facing a broad global assault amidst escalating crises and calls for accountability.
UN Chief Condemns Rising "Power Supremacy" Worldwide
UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the rise of power supremacy over the rule of law during the opening of the UN Human Rights Council session in Geneva.
Ukraine, Gaza, or Myanmar. Human rights are deliberately sacrificed, warned Guterres
UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted the global threat to human rights during the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, attributing this to authoritarian governance that limits the rule of law.
Guterres' Loud Warning: 'The Rule of Law is Being Crushed by the Law of the Strongest' Worldwide
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns that the 'law of the strongest' is undermining human rights globally, asserting that this trend is being supported by artificial intelligence.
UN Secretary-General Condemns Global Assault on the Rule of Law
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that human rights are under a full-scale attack globally, led by some of the most powerful entities.
UN chief decries global rise of ‘rule of force’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned the global decline of human rights, stating that the powerful are undermining the rule of law with the use of force.
UN Chief Sounds Alarm: Fears Human Rights Will Collapse
UN Secretary António Guterres warns that human rights are severely under threat worldwide, with powerful nations often leading the charge.
UN Secretary-General: Rules of War are Being Violated in Many Areas from Gaza to Ukraine
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns about widespread violations of human rights and the rules of war across various regions, including Gaza and Ukraine, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation and insufficient international aid.
UN Chief Antonio Guterres Denounces the Rise of the 'Law of the Strong' in the World
Antonio Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, criticized the increasing dominance of the 'law of the strong', linking it to widespread assaults on human rights globally.
UN Chief: Human Rights Are Under Attack
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns that human rights are under global attack, citing significant violations and suffering in conflicts like Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine.
UN Secretary-General: Just Peace in Ukraine Must Fully Protect Territorial Integrity
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasizes the need for a peace agreement that guarantees Ukraine's territorial integrity ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion.
The UN establishes a committee to oversee artificial intelligence
The United Nations has announced the formation of a committee to ensure human oversight of artificial intelligence technologies.
Guterres Calls for Human Control Over Artificial Intelligence, Washington Rejects
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres advocates for human oversight in AI development, which has faced rejection from the United States, labeling it as 'global governance' of AI.
Iran assures it will respond decisively if it becomes the target of an attack
Iran has stated that it will respond decisively if it comes under military attack, as indicated in a letter sent to UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
Guterres defends renewables while Trump threatens to leave the International Energy Agency for promoting the green transition
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasizes the importance of renewable energy in the face of Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from the International Energy Agency.
UN chief pushes for decolonisation of Western Sahara, 16 territories
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for the complete decolonisation of Western Sahara and 16 other territories still under colonial rule.
UN Secretary-General Calls on Israel to Withdraw Plans to Annex Settlement Areas
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres demands Israel reverse its plans to annex settlement areas in the West Bank, citing destabilizing implications for the region.
Africa: UN Chief Urges Renewed Push to Complete Decolonization As 17 Territories Remain
UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for renewed efforts to complete the decolonization process for the remaining 17 Non-Self-Governing Territories.
UN chief pushes Africa to end mineral wealth exploitation
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges African nations to ensure they are the primary beneficiaries of their mineral wealth by establishing fair and sustainable value chains to prevent exploitation.
Guterres: Immediate retraction of the land registration processes in the West Bank is necessary
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Israel's decision to resume land registration processes in the occupied West Bank, warning it may lead to the expropriation of Palestinian properties.
Africa should be primary beneficiary of its mineral resources — UN chief
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasizes that African nations must take precedence in benefiting from their mineral resources, advocating for sustainable industrial policies to end exploitation.
Absence of Africa on UN Security Council ‘indefensible’ – Guterres
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres argues that the lack of a permanent African seat on the UN Security Council is unacceptable, calling for Africa's inclusion in global decision-making.
Africa: Africa Must Have Permanent Seat At UN Security Council - SG Guterres
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasizes the need for Africa to have a permanent seat at the UN Security Council, calling the current exclusion "indefensible" during his address at the African Union Summit.
India has strength... UN chief praised it, said 'very successful economy'
UN Secretary Antonio Guterres has praised India as a 'very successful emerging economy' ahead of the AI Impact Summit.
Africa: Guterres Tells AU Summit - 'This Is 2026 - Not 1946' in Push for Reform
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged African leaders at the AU Summit to push for reforms, emphasizing the need for permanent African seats on the UN Security Council.
Opening of the African Summit in Addis Ababa and Calls for the Continental People to Benefit from Its Resources
The 39th African Summit in Addis Ababa emphasizes Africa's potential and calls for addressing various regional issues, including the plight of the Palestinian people.
Breaking | Guterres: Africa must be present in the UN Security Council
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the necessity for Africa's representation in the UN Security Council.
Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General: 'We must stop foreign interference' in Sudan
At the 39th African Union summit in Addis Ababa, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for an end to foreign interference in Sudan amid ongoing conflicts in the region.
Breaking: Guterres to Al Jazeera: We demand a ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza during an interview with Al Jazeera.
The U.S. promises the United Nations partial payment of dues and threatens to cut funding
The U.S. plans to pay part of its accumulated financial obligations to the UN while insisting on pushing for structural reforms within the organization.
UN chief blasted as ‘abjectly tone-deaf’ over message to Iran marking revolution anniversary
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres faced backlash for sending a congratulatory message to Iran on the 1979 Islamic revolution anniversary amid human rights concerns.
The UN waits for news on how much of the nearly $4 billion debt the US intends to pay off
The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the organization faces imminent financial collapse unless reforms are made to its financing rules or all member states pay their dues, with a significant focus on the United States.
Donald Trump Expands the Peace Council, While the UN Awaits Back Payments
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned of a potential financial crisis within the organization if all member states, particularly the U.S., do not settle their outstanding debts.
UN waits for clarity on US payments as financial crisis looms
The UN is seeking confirmation from the US on its pending payments totaling nearly $4 billion, warning of a potential financial crisis if dues are not paid.
UN's Guterres Concerned About Israel's Plans to Expand Settlements in the West Bank
UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemns Israel's decision to facilitate the expansion of settlements in the West Bank, warning it undermines the two-state solution.
Guterres on the Resumption of US-Iran Talks: All Concerns Can Be Addressed Through Peaceful Dialogue
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the resumption of talks between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that this process will help de-escalate tensions in the Middle East and prevent a larger crisis.
UN: It is at risk of financial collapse, the Trump factor
The United Nations faces one of the most serious financial crises in its history, with Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warning member states that without immediate payment of outstanding contributions, the organization risks running out of cash by summer.
US blockade threatens ‘humanitarian collapse’ in Cuba – UN chief
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has warned that the US energy blockade could lead to a humanitarian crisis in Cuba as authorities prepare for fuel shortages and rationing plans.
End of US-Russia nuclear weapons pact 'could not come at a worse time'
The expiration of the New START treaty marks the end of a critical agreement to limit nuclear arsenals between the US and Russia, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warning the risks of nuclear weapon use are at their highest in decades.
UN chief condemns terrorist attacks in Nigeria, 162 dead so far
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the deadly terrorist attacks in Nigeria, which have resulted in the deaths of 162 people, expressing condolences to the victims' families and the Nigerian government.
UN Secretary-General "strongly condemns" the deadly terrorist attack in Nigeria
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned a terrorist attack in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of 162 people, expressing condolences to the victims' families and solidarity with the Nigerian people and government.
UN warns of nuclear risk as New START treaty expires
The expiration of the New START treaty between Russia and the US poses significant risks to international peace and security, according to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Urgent to Negotiate Continued Reduction of Nuclear Weapons
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges the US and Russia to swiftly reach a new agreement on nuclear weapons reduction as the START treaty from 2011 expires today.
UN is concerned about the expiration of the nuclear agreement between the USA and Russia
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges the USA and Russia to quickly sign a new nuclear agreement amid concerns over the first potential absence of binding limits on their strategic nuclear arsenals in over half a century.