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VIDEO | UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

VIDEO | UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

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President Trump Clarifies Comments on Sept. 2 Boat Strikes Video Release

President Trump Clarifies Comments on Sept. 2 Boat Strikes Video Release

President Trump has clarified his previous comments regarding the release of the remaining video footage from the Sept. 2 boat strikes near Venezuela. Initially, there was confusion over whether the video would be made public, but President Trump stated that he did not say the video would be released. He emphasized that the decision rests with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The incident involved boat strikes near Venezuela, and the footage has been a point of interest for various stakeholders. CBS News' Natalie Brand reported on the situation, highlighting the ongoing discussions about the video's release and the implications for U.S. defense policy.
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Israel Police Raid UNRWA Headquarters in Jerusalem Over Unpaid Taxes

Israel Police Raid UNRWA Headquarters in Jerusalem Over Unpaid Taxes

The Israel Police conducted a raid on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) headquarters in Jerusalem, citing several years of unpaid property taxes. During the operation, the Israeli flag was raised over the compound. The raid aimed to collect intelligence on the operations within the compound. This action is part of ongoing tensions between Israeli authorities and UNRWA, which provides services to Palestinian refugees. The raid has drawn attention to the complex relationship between Israel and international organizations operating within its territory.
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Venezuela's Machado absent from Nobel ceremony but her travel to Oslo draws mixed reactions at home

Venezuela's Machado absent from Nobel ceremony but her travel to Oslo draws mixed reactions at home

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was absent from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Norway on Wednesday
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Freed Hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov Vows to Continue Advocacy Despite Torture in Iraq

Freed Hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov Vows to Continue Advocacy Despite Torture in Iraq

Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Russian-Israeli academic, has spoken out following her release from captivity in Iraq, where she endured months of torture. In a recent interview, Tsurkov discussed her experiences and the changes she observed in Israeli society upon her return. Despite her ordeal, she remains committed to her advocacy for human rights and continues to express her views on Middle Eastern politics. Tsurkov credits her release to diplomatic efforts and maintains her stance on viewing Arabs as human beings, a perspective she acknowledges is controversial in some circles.
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UN Urges Tanzania to Uphold Civil Liberties Amid Protest Ban

UN Urges Tanzania to Uphold Civil Liberties Amid Protest Ban

The United Nations has called on Tanzanian authorities to respect civil liberties and exercise restraint as the government declares planned protests on December 9 illegal. The UN's Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights emphasized the importance of upholding freedoms of expression, assembly, and association. This appeal follows a disputed general election on October 29, which resulted in significant violence and detentions. Tanzanian police have banned the protests, citing a lack of formal notification and potential disruptions to essential services. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who won the election amid controversy, has acknowledged the unrest but defended the security forces' actions.
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Tanzania police patrol streets on national holiday ahead of planned protests over October election

Tanzania police patrol streets on national holiday ahead of planned protests over October election

Police have been deployed in mostly empty streets in Tanzania’s major cities ahead of planned protests
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Tanzanian cities are empty as police patrol streets following calls for protests

Tanzanian cities are empty as police patrol streets following calls for protests

Police officers have heavily patrolled mostly empty streets in major Tanzanian cities
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UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese Faces Financial Restrictions Due to U.S. Sanctions

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese Faces Financial Restrictions Due to U.S. Sanctions

Francesca Albanese, the UN Human Rights Council’s special rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, has reported being subjected to financial restrictions as a result of U.S. sanctions. In a recent interview, Albanese described these sanctions as a form of 'financial censorship' that has significantly impacted her professional and personal life. She highlighted that her private medical insurance has refused to reimburse her due to her sanctioned status. These sanctions have effectively cut her off from basic financial services, complicating her ability to perform her duties and manage personal affairs.
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UN agency reports rise in violence against women journalists and activists linked to online abuse

UN agency reports rise in violence against women journalists and activists linked to online abuse

UN Women partners has published a new study that found more than two-thirds of women journalists, rights defenders and activists have reported violence online
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President Trump Clarifies Stance on Releasing Sept. 2 Boat Strikes Video

President Trump Clarifies Stance on Releasing Sept. 2 Boat Strikes Video

President Trump has clarified his position regarding the release of the remaining video footage of the September 2 boat strikes near Venezuela. Initially, there was some confusion about whether the footage would be made public. President Trump stated that the decision to release the video rests with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. This development follows previous discussions about the incident, which involved U.S. military actions in the region. The boat strikes have been a point of contention, with various stakeholders interested in the transparency and implications of the military engagement.
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The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade