insert_link World UN Secretary General warns Israel against the use of AI in Gaza UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has warned against using Artificial Intelligence as a tool of war. Speaking to reporters in New York on Friday, Guterres once again called on the Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza to be implemented. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayApril 8, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Namibia Applauds UN Security Council Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza Namibia has expressed its satisfaction with the adoption of Resolution 2728 by the United Nations Security Council on Monday. The resolution calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan and urges the release of all hostages. In a media statement released yesterday, Penda Naanda, Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, emphasized that the resolution brings relief to the people of Gaza, who have endured relentless […] todayMarch 27, 2024 29
insert_link World UN says Security Council ceasefire resolution must be implemented The United Nations says the ceasefire resolution adopted by the Security Council on Monday must be respected. This comes after the United States insisted that the resolution was non-binding. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayMarch 27, 2024 24
insert_link South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has expressed his approval of Resolution 2728 adopted by the United Nations Security Counci President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has expressed his approval of Resolution 2728 adopted by the United Nations Security Council. The resolution calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during the holy month of Ramadan. Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson for President Ramaphosa, described the resolution as a crucial development towards establishing a solid groundwork for a permanent ceasefire and the resumption of negotiations in the region. todayMarch 27, 2024 22
insert_link World UNSC to vote on Gaza Ceasefire Resolution The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote later on a US-drafted resolution urging an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. It comes as US secretary of state Anthony Blinken continues to insist negotiators can still reach a deal for a truce between Hamas and Israel. EU leaders have also called for an 'immediate humanitarian pause' which they hope will lead to a 'sustainable ceasefire' in Gaza. World Affairs Editor of […] todayMarch 22, 2024 7
insert_link World US finalizes new ceasefire resolution at the UN A new ceasefire resolution might be voted on at the Security Council. The United States has finalised the draft which calls for international efforts to broker an immediate ceasefire as part of a hostage release deal. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayMarch 18, 2024 8
insert_link World Regional tensions affecting Yemen’s peace process The United Nations says rising regional tensions linked to the war in Gaza is slowing down peace efforts in Yemen. The world body's Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg told the Security Council on Wednesday that the situation in Yemen deserves its full attention. However, the United States maintains it will continue to defend itself against Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 21
insert_link World Antonio Guterres concerned about situation in Rafah The United Nations Secretary General says he is worried about the deteriorating conditions in Gaza. Speaking to reporters at the UN in New York on Tuesday, Antonio Guterres says he is particularly concerned about the security for humanitarian aid delivery. Guterres says he is pinning his hopes on the latest round of negotiations to avoid the devastating humanitarian consequences. todayFebruary 14, 2024 10
insert_link World Antonio Guterres calls for speedy UN reforms The UN Secretary General says reforming the United Nations has become a top priority. Speaking at the United Nations on Thursday, Antonio Guterres said the world needs institutions that are aligned with the times. He has also called for concrete steps to be taken towards a two-State solution in the Middle East, based on UN resolutions, international law and previous agreements. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. todayFebruary 9, 2024 49