UNIFIL peacekeepers, collaborating with the Lebanese Red Cross, have been providing crucial medical care to displaced people in Tyre, southern Lebanon. This effort shows that local and international communities are standing…
JUBA - On the 13th anniversary of South Sudan’s independence, I’d like to assure you of the UN family’s continued support to this country’s people and leaders as you navigate a complex path to peace and democratic transition…
STATEMENT BY BINTOU KEITA, SPECIAL REREPRESENTATIVE OF THE SECRETARY-GENERAL SECURITY COUNCIL BRIEFING on MONUSCO New York 08 JULY 2024 (spoke in French): Allow me, first of all, to thank you, Mr. President for this new…
On 04 July, MINURSO celebrated United States of America’s National Day by raising its flag at the Mission headquarters in Laayoune next to the UN flag. The day commemorates the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified…
In a demonstration of Lebanon’s continued commitment and support to Security Council Resolution 1701, which forms the core of UNIFIL’s mandate, the Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Lebanese Parliament, Fadi…
In Upper Nile State, some 40 members of the electoral commission, law enforcement groups, and defense forces received two days of training on upholding human rights during the electoral process. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS…
Local chiefs in Lainya County have expressed concern about insufficient resources in the justice sector. Photo: Taban Geofrey Koma Alfred/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – Police stations, courts, judges, and prisons are all…
UNIFIL Indian peacekeepers recently organized a vaccination event for pet animals in the village of Suq al Khan, south-eastern Lebanon, helping to protect 95 dogs and 10 cats against rabies and other diseases. Despite the…
Senior military officers from the country's main armed forces met in Wau to discuss how best to function together in a single national army. Photo: Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL - With elections…
The Lainya Police Community Relations Committee continues to hold grassroots dialogue, promoting peace, security and trust among uniformed personnel and communities, despite significant challenges. Photo by Taban Alfred…
A recent #UNMISS peace concert in Tambura, Western Equatoria, featured top South Sudanese performer Bucha Rasta, who sang about reconciliation, nation-building and the need for unity. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. The rhythm…
While UNIFIL continues to communities as best it can, the needs are great and require a comprehensive approach. Shama, 29 June 2024 – UNIFIL and international and national agencies and organizations met in Shama on Wednesday…