UN Warns of Abuses Against Afghan Returnees Under Taliban

A recent UN report has raised alarm over widespread rights violations faced by Afghan returnees under Taliban control. The report, published on July 24, 2025, outlines serious abuses such as arbitrary detention, torture, and threats targeting those forced to return from Iran and Pakistan. Vulnerable groups include women, girls, former government affiliates, journalists, and activists. …

Over 1,000 Killed Seeking Food in Gaza: UN Reports

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen as over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed while trying to access food, according to the United Nations. The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) revealed that Israeli forces were responsible for the deaths of at least 1,054 individuals seeking humanitarian aid since the …

UNSC to Hold Emergency Session Over Israeli Strikes on Syria

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is set to hold an emergency session on Thursday to discuss Israel’s recent military strikes in Syria. The meeting, reportedly scheduled for Thursday afternoon (Eastern Time), was requested by Syria’s UN delegation and supported by Algeria, a non-permanent member of the UNSC, according to Anadolu and Reuters news agencies. …

UN: Nearly 800 Killed Seeking Food Aid in Gaza Since May

Nearly 800 Palestinians have been killed while trying to access food aid in Gaza since late May, according to a UN report released Friday. The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) confirmed that 798 civilians have died amid growing desperation, with 615 killed near Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites and 183 along aid …

Gaza Fuel Crisis Deepens: Basic Services Crippled, Health Risks Soar

The Gaza Municipality has issued a stark warning as fuel shortages paralyze essential services across the besieged enclave. Officials said they have been forced to significantly reduce vital operations, including waste collection and water distribution, due to the ongoing blockade and lack of fuel. In a public statement, the municipality described the situation as a …

Pakistan Assumes Presidency of UN Security Council for July 2025

ISLAMABAD: In a significant diplomatic achievement, Pakistan has taken over the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of July 2025. This development reflects Islamabad’s growing global engagement and influence on multilateral platforms. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the development in a post on X, stating, “Pakistan assumes the Presidency …

Gaza’s Health System Collapses, UN Warns of Catastrophic Impact on Elderly

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has sounded the alarm over the total collapse of Gaza’s healthcare system, saying it poses a grave threat to the entire population—particularly the elderly and other vulnerable groups. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), UNRWA warned that the 2.3 million residents of Gaza now face …

UN Warns Israeli Law Enabling Forcible Transfer of Palestinians Is a War Crime

The United Nations has strongly condemned new Israeli law aimed at forcibly removing Palestinians from their homes in the occupied West Bank, calling it a clear violation of international law. According to a statement by the UN Human Rights Office in the occupied Palestinian territory (OHCHR), Israeli authorities have accelerated efforts to displace residents from …

Iran’s Parliament Votes to Suspend Cooperation with UN Nuclear Watchdog

In a significant development amid mounting tensions with the West, Iran’s parliament has passed a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The move was first reported by Iran’s semi-official Nournews and later confirmed by parliamentary spokesman Alireza Salimi. According to Salimi, the legislation will bar IAEA …

ICRC Mourns Fifth Worker Killed in Israel’s War on Gaza

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has confirmed the killing of Mahmoud Barakeh, a dedicated staff member in Gaza, marking the fifth ICRC worker killed since Israel’s ongoing war on the besieged enclave began. Barakeh was killed on Sunday while heading home after a shift at the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. …

Pakistan Slams Israeli Strikes, Urges Urgent De-escalation at UN

Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent Israeli attacks on Iran, calling them a direct threat to regional and global peace. During an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, delivered a firm statement demanding immediate action. Grave Threat to Global Stability Ambassador Ahmad warned that Israel’s military …

Pakistan Defends Iran’s Right to Self-Defence Under UN Charter

Pakistan has strongly reaffirmed Iran’s right to self-defence under the UN Charter, condemning Israeli military strikes as unlawful and provocative. The Foreign Office said Israel’s actions threaten regional peace and violate international norms. Violation of Sovereignty During his weekly media briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan condemned Israel’s aggression as …

Iran Accuses UN Nuclear Watchdog of Complicity in Israeli Aggression

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Thursday strongly criticized International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, accusing him of siding with Israel amid the ongoing conflict. Baghaei claimed the UN nuclear watchdog has become a “partner to an unjust war of aggression” that Israel has allegedly launched against Iran. Speaking during a …

Israeli Forces Kill 38 Palestinians Near Gaza Food Aid Centers

At least 38 Palestinians were shot dead on Monday as Israeli forces opened fire on crowds attempting to reach food distribution centers in Gaza. Most of the victims were in Rafah, in southern Gaza, where people gathered near aid trucks operated under the new Israeli- and US-backed aid delivery mechanism. According to medical sources who …

UN Slams US-Backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation as a ‘Failure’

GENEVA — The United Nations has sharply criticized the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), calling it a “failure” in its mission to provide aid to civilians in Gaza. The GHF, backed by both the United States and Israel, was set up to address the humanitarian disaster in the besieged enclave but is now facing mounting backlash …

Pakistan Named Vice Chair of Key UN Counter-Terrorism Committee

The appointment highlights Islamabad’s growing engagement with global efforts to combat terrorism and strengthen international peace and security. Committee’s Background and Mandate The Counter-Terrorism Committee was formed following the adoption of UNSC Resolution 1373 in 2001, shortly after the 9/11 attacks. The resolution mandates all 15 Security Council members to monitor and support the implementation …

UN Demands Probe as Israeli Forces Kill More at Gaza Aid Site

GAZA – Israeli forces opened fire again on Palestinian civilians at a food distribution site in southern Gaza early Monday, killing at least three people and wounding more than 30. The attack happened just after sunrise near the same Israeli-backed aid site where soldiers had fired on aid seekers the day before. Witnesses and health …

UN: Gaza Now the Hungriest Place on Earth

Gaza has become the “hungriest place on Earth”, warns the United Nations. The entire population is now at risk of famine, as Israel continues to block aid, starve civilians, and displace families under its military campaign. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) called the situation in Gaza the worst humanitarian crisis …

Iran Boosts Uranium Enrichment Despite Talks, Calls Nuclear Weapons “Unacceptable”

Iran has sharply increased its production of highly enriched uranium. A new confidential report from the UN nuclear watchdog confirms this development. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) stated that Iran now holds 408.6 kilogrammes of uranium enriched to 60%. This amount marks a rise of 133.8 kilogrammes since February. It brings Iran closer to …

Israeli Gunfire Wounds 47 Palestinians During Aid Distribution in Rafah: UN

At least 47 Palestinians were wounded during a chaotic aid distribution in Rafah on Tuesday, according to the United Nations. Most of the injuries were caused by Israeli gunfire, said Ajith Sunghay, head of the UN Human Rights Office for the Palestinian territories. Speaking to reporters in Geneva, Sunghay described the situation as “deeply concerning” …

Pakistan Condemns India’s Water Aggression at UN, Urges Global Action

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has strongly condemned India’s attempt to weaponise water and violate the Indus Water Treaty of 1960. At a UN Security Council (UNSC) session, Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative Ambassador Usman Jadoon warned against India’s “malevolent designs” to stop or divert river water meant for Pakistan. Speaking during the Arria Formula Meeting on “Protecting …

100 Dead as Israel Launches New Gaza Offensive, Say Rescuers

Gaza City — Israeli airstrikes killed at least 100 people in Gaza on Friday, according to rescue workers. The renewed offensive comes amid growing international pressure and rising humanitarian concerns. Local emergency teams said Israeli jets hit several densely populated areas. Residential buildings, makeshift camps, and roads were among the targets. “Bodies are still under …

Death Toll from Israel’s Attacks on Gaza Rises Again Amid Global Outcry

Israeli forces continued their deadly assault on Gaza early Tuesday. Medical sources confirmed Israeli attacks killed at least 56 Palestinians since early morning. Israeli strikes killed at least 50 people in northern Gaza alone. In the south, Israeli forces pounded Khan Younis. Relentless airstrikes and shelling buried entire families under rubble. The assaults overwhelmed hospitals. Ambulances …

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