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Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon was the eighth secretary-general of the United Nations.
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Children's well-being at risk in rich countries
In some of the world's richest countries, many children are dissatisfied with their lives, a UNICEF study shows.
US vetoes UN on foreign Islamic State fighters
The United States has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that could decide the fate of those involved in terrorism.
UN: Jacob Blake shooting highlights racism in US police
The force used against Blake appeared "excessive" and was probably "discriminatory," a UN spokesman said.
UN chief urges India to abandon coal
India should commit to carbon neutrality by ending fossil fuel subsidies, UN chief Antonio Guterres has said.
US starts procedure at UN to reactivate Iran sanctions
The Trump administration has notified the UN of its demand due to Tehran's violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.
US seeks to trigger UN 'snapback' sanctions on Iran
The move escalates a dispute between the US and other members of the UN security council.
UN rejects Iran arms embargo extension
China and Russia rejected the US-sponsored resolution, while Germany was among 11 council members that abstained.
Inequality pushing world to 'breaking point': UN
The UN chief says the coronavirus pandemic has exposed the myth "that we are all in the same boat."
UN top court backs Qatar in airspace row
The International Court of Justice has come down in favor of Qatar in a bitter regional row over airspace.
UN concerned as thousands flee Myanmar 'clearance operation'
The UN has called for "urgent measures to spare civilians" amid reports of locals trapped by ongoing fighting.
UN: 'Me first' approach to coronavirus must end
In a wide-ranging interview, Amina Mohammed told DW that states around the world must show solidarity against COVID-19.
'International community has failed completely' in Syria
The global "erosion of human rights standards" is of critical concern, the UN's top envoy on torture tells DW.
UN: A Rose for Peace
The signing of the United Nations Charter is connected with a special type of rose. Its message went around the world.
UN Charter: After 75 years, a stress test for global ideals
When 50 states signed the founding charter of the United Nations, the world was still dealing with the ravages of WWII.
Kenya vs. Djibouti: Who will sit on the UN Security Council?
Kenya and Djbouti face another round of voting on Thursday over who will gain a seat on the UN Security Council.
African nations call for racism debate at UN
A letter signed by all 54 African nations requested the UN Human Rights Council to urgently debate racism.
Up to 200,000 seafarers trapped on ships
The UN's labor agency has called on countries to let sailors trapped on ships due to the pandemic return to shore.
UN peacekeepers: Numbers are going down
World powers are increasingly reluctant to commit their forces to UN peacekeeping missions. So others are stepping in.
US blocks UN vote on coronavirus pandemic
The UN Security Council was on the cusp of voting on a bill that would have supported a truce in global conflicts.
UN: 24 million jobs could be lost due to coronavirus
Businesses and individuals around the world are facing up to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
US rejects Russian plan for Syria ceasefire
Russia requested the Security Council endorse a ceasefire for Syria, but the US refused, calling the truce "premature."
Former UN chief Perez de Cuellar dies
The Peruvian diplomat led the United Nations for 10 years, overseeing the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Colombia: UN slams rise in murdered female activists
More than 100 human rights defenders and 66 indigenous people were killed in 2019 in Colombia, according to a UN report.
UN: Displacement in Syria reaches 'horrifying new level'
The number of those displaced due to the conflict in the region is now believed to be 900,000.
Kushner presents Middle East plan to UN
Trump's adviser also blamed the Palestinian president for a spike in violence in the region.
UN's Guterres warns of global 'wind of madness'
The UN secretary-general also referred to the situation in Libya as a "scandal."
UN welcomes Libya peace promises
Secretary General Antonio Guterres called on the warring sides to "accept fully the conclusions of the Berlin summit."
Half a billion struggle to find work: UN
The report said a lack of access to decent jobs is contributing to social unrest — and warns that worse is to come.
Southern Africa faces unprecedented hunger: UN
A record 45 million people across southern Africa are in need of in urgent need of food aid, the UN has said.
Protests rock Beirut for second night
Three months into their protest movement, demonstrators have turned on banks imposing informal capital controls.
UN approves scaled down aid mission to Syria
The weakened mandate means more than 1 million Syrians could see aid deliveries halted.
Spanish police arrest Nigerian 'archduchess'
The Nigerian born Spanish national claimed to have an extensive resume that ultimately landed her in trouble.
UN: Chilean police abused human rights
Investigators found police used unnecessary levels of aggression against protesters and reacted in a repressive manner.
UN: 115 million people are on the brink of starvation
The Director of the World Food Programme explains how we can help people who suffer from war and climate change.
UN: 168 million need humanitarian help in 2020
The world body launched a $29-billion appeal to help the most vulnerable people around the world.
UN: 2010s the hottest decade on record
Each of the previous four decades have been hotter than the last, and the past decade is set to continue that trend.
UN chief sounds urgent climate warning
Antonio Guterres has taken the world's major economies to task for not "pulling their weight" to reduce CO2 emissions.
UN: Greenhouse gas levels reach new high
The UN's meteorological agency has said CO2 levels are accelerating at the highest rate on record.
UN court says it can rule on Ukraine-Russia dispute
The ruling means the court will hear a case on Russia's alleged backing of Ukrainian separatists.
UN Palestinian refugee agency boss quits
The head of the UN relief agency for Palestinian refugees, Pierre Krähenbühl, resigned amid a misconduct inquiry.
UN members divided over China's Uighur treatment
China's treatment of Uighurs has been condemned by some UN countries, while others were quick to support Beijing.
UN criticizes Iran death penalty against minors
The UN expert for monitoring human rights in Iran criticized its government for use of the death penalty against minors.
Female African migrants fare better in Europe
Income inequality was reversed among a group of Africans migrating to Europe, according to a new UN study.
Venezuela wins UN Human Rights Council seat
Advocacy groups and countries such as the US and Israel have criticized the election due to to Venezuela's track record
UN ends peacekeeping mission in Haiti
Officials have voiced regret that Haiti's economic, political and social woes continue.
UN might not be able to pay staff next month
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says the organization is experiencing its worst budget deficit in a decade.
'No rift' between Merkel and her likely successor
The head of Germany's ruling Christian Democrats has dismissed claims she was thrown off the chancellor's plane.
UN launches Venezuela human rights abuse probe
The mission will probe reports of "extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions and torture."
Iran and climate change top bill at UN
Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron are leading attempts to mediate between the US and Iran.
UN General Assembly Day 1 — as it happened
The French president urged the US and Iran to resume talks. Merkel met separately with the leaders of both countries.
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