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UN-Backed Charter Seeks Stronger Global Protections and Justice for Torture Survivors

“Torture does not end when the abuse stops… its effects continue in the body, the mind, family life, and economic

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Billions Lack Safe Water as UN Warns Environmental Decline Is Deepening Global Inequality

“Investment in water is an investment in dignity, equality, public health, and sustainable development Environmental degradation and systemic inequality are

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UN Launches Second Season of Podcast Exploring Human Rights-Centred Economic Models

“When economic policy is grounded in human rights, it strengthens trust, sustainability, and improves lives.” The United Nations human rights

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Indonesia Presses UN for Full Probe into Lebanon Peacekeeper Deaths

Jakarta— Indonesia on Friday urged the United Nations Security Council to conduct a thorough investigation into deadly incidents in southern

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UN Calls for Global “Heroes of Tomorrow” in 2026 SDG Awards Push

Dubai — The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Action Campaign has opened applications for the 2026 SDG Action Awards, seeking

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Global Leaders Welcome Iran War Truce, Urge Path Toward Lasting Peace

Riyadh — Governments across the world welcomed a two-week ceasefire in the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran,

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North Korea Fires Suspected Missiles, Rejects Seoul’s Overture

Seoul — North Korea fired an unidentified projectile toward the sea off its east coast on Wednesday, South Korea’s military

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UN Set to Vote on Diluted Hormuz Shipping Resolution Amid Divisions

New York— The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on Tuesday on a resolution aimed at protecting commercial

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Israel Intensifies Lebanon Offensive, Shuts Key Syria Crossing

Beirut — Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon killed at least 15 people on Sunday and forced the closure of the Masnaa

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Israel Escalates Lebanon Strikes, Forces Key Syria Border Crossing Shutdown

Beirut— Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon killed at least 15 people on Sunday and forced the closure of the main border

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