World leaders to meet at UN amid threat of Gaza, Ukraine war spillovers
The wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan are going to be the three main crisis-points in focus at the General Assembly, says UN.
Thu Sep 19 2024
UN to demand Israel end 'unlawful' presence in Palestinian territories within 12 months
The action will isolate Israel days before world leaders travel to New York for their annual UN gathering.
Wed Sep 18 2024
What is the UNGA and what will world leaders talk about?
Every September world leaders travel to New York to address the start of the annual United Nations General Assembly session.
Fri Sep 13 2024
World leaders, experts praise Beijing declaration by Palestinian factions, commend China's role
Hamas views the Beijing Declaration on Palestinian Unity as a positive step and the best national solution post-conflict.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Ukraine summit attracts world leaders but fails to isolate Russia
World leaders to discuss at summit how to end Ukraine war.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Freedom Flotilla: World leaders urged to support the mission
Ann Wright says, a concerted push could be made to achieve a lasting ceasefire, enabling the smooth planning of aid distribution to Gaza.
Mon Apr 22 2024
UN chief, COP28 president clash over future for fossil fuels
The dueling visions summed up the most divisive issue facing world leaders at this year's UN climate summit.
Fri Dec 01 2023
World leaders seek pause to Israel-Hamas fighting to allow aid into Gaza
A total of 704 Palestinians, including 305 children, were killed on Tuesday, says Gaza's health ministry.
Wed Oct 25 2023
Over the past week 130 world leaders spoke at the UN - Where were the women?
Fewer than 12% of those to stand at the lectern were women.
Wed Sep 27 2023
At UN, Zelenskiy tells Russia to stop war so world can fight climate, other crises
Volodymyr Zelenskiy implored world leaders gathered at the UNGA to stand united against Russia's invasion.
Wed Sep 20 2023
ASEAN welcomes world leaders as China-US rivalry overshadows region
High on the agenda is Southeast Asian concern over China's activities in the South China Sea.
Wed Sep 06 2023
World leaders gather in London for King Charles' coronation
King Charles will hold a reception on Friday for world leaders gathered in London for his coronation this weekend.
Fri May 05 2023
Biden apologises for US withdrawal from Paris climate pact
US President Joe Biden again apologised to world leaders on Friday for the US withdrawal from the landmark 2016 Paris climate agreement.
Sat Nov 12 2022
Foreign leaders send condolence messages to S Korea over Itaewon crush
World leaders have sent messages of condolences and support to South Korea after a deadly stampede in Seoul's Itaewon district killed at least 151 people during Halloween celebrations.
Sun Oct 30 2022
Force firms to reveal their impact on nature: Major businesses
More than 300 firms signed an open letter to world leaders ahead of crunch UN's negotiations to halt catastrophic biodiversity loss.
Thu Oct 27 2022