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The United Nations’ official news service. Breaking news and stories from across the UN and its work around the world.
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    #Venezuela: Despite being beyond the critical 72-hour window, rescuers are still finding survivors beneath the rubble. International teams from 27 countries, alongside more than 2,000 rescue personnel, are supporting the ongoing humanitarian response. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…
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    “Terrorism is evolving, and so must we,” UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres said, urging countries to promote prevention, cooperation and human rights. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…
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    At least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured in airstrikes carried out in Paktya, Paktika and Kunar provinces in #Afghanistan on Sunday evening, the UN Mission in the country has reported. This and other stories in the World News in Brief.
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    World News in Brief: Afghanistan airstrikes, rights violations in DR Congo, Gaza displacement
    At least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured in airstrikes carried out in Paktya, Paktika and Kunar provinces in Afghanistan on Sunday evening, the UN Mission in the country has reported.
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    The Sudanese Government has announced that the Adre border crossing with Chad will be open through 30 September. The move will allow humanitarians to deliver aid to people in need despite ongoing insecurity.
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    Sudan: UN welcomes extension of vital aid corridor amid rising insecurity
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    Venezuela earthquake death toll passes 1,700 as the UN scales up its response, warning that recovery "is going to take time."
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    Venezuela earthquake death toll passes 1,700 as UN continues to scale up response
    Five days after powerful earthquakes struck central-northern Venezuela, the death toll continues to climb along with the intense rescue operation and the UN coordinates humanitarian assistance,...
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    Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory top the agenda of the UN Security Council where speakers decry escalating violence and urge accountability for those responsible.
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    As Russia and Ukraine increase strikes on each other’s energy facilities, a new @UNHumanRights report sheds light on the humanitarian impact of these strikes, especially as civilians lost heating in the winter months.
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    UN details humanitarian toll of strikes on Ukrainian energy, heat facilities
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    🎤 #Venezuela quake: families still searching for loved ones against impossible odds @UNOCHA @WFP 🎤 DR Congo widespread abuses in spotlight at @UNHumanRights Council #HRC62 🎤Gaza: Another child killed despite ceasefire, reports @UNICEF soundcloud.com/unradio/un-new…
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    Conflict in the Middle East is having consequences far beyond the region. A new @UNDP report warns developing countries are spending billions on fossil fuel subsidies, sacrificing schools, healthcare and #ClimateAction.
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    Middle East conflict leaves developing countries paying the price
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    UN Security Council is meeting in NY; office of the Middle East Peace Process @UNSCO_MEPP expected to provide updates on Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory. Stay tuned for #LIVE coverage on the open debate.
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    Security Council LIVE: Spotlight on Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory
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    “Destruction is all around,” says @WFP’s Country Director in Venezuela. As search-and-rescue efforts continue, UN agencies are on the ground delivering lifesaving support to families affected by the devastating earthquakes.
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    Venezuela quake: search goes on for survivors amid 'impossible odds'
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    As AI reshapes how we work, communicate and access information, it is reproducing old gender stereotypes which amplify online abuse, @UN_Women warns.
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    AI is getting women wrong as gender bias persists, data reveals
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    The way we talk about ageing matters. A new @UNECE report urges a shift away from narratives that portray older people as a burden, warning that ageist stereotypes shape policy, wellbeing and opportunity.
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    How the stories we tell about ageing shape our future
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