Israel announced that it is suspending all contact with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres after reports that Israel would be included on a UN blacklist related to sexual violence in conflict zones. Israeli officials strongly condemned the expected decision, calling it politically motivated and accusing the United Nations leadership of unfairly targeting Israel during the […]
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UN chief condemns deadly Quetta train blast
António Guterres strongly condemned the deadly train blast in Quetta that killed at least 14 people on Sunday. The United Nations chief called terrorism unacceptable in all forms and demanded accountability for those responsible. His remarks came after a powerful explosion targeted a passenger shuttle train near Chaman Phatak in Quetta. The blast struck the […]
UN chief warns over rising nuclear risks
António Guterres expressed disappointment after a major United Nations nuclear conference ended without a consensus agreement on Friday. The failed talks involved members of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty reviewing global commitments on nuclear disarmament and security. The outcome raised concerns as global tensions and nuclear risks continue to increase. According to a statement delivered by […]
UN chief, Iran envoy commend Pakistan’s efforts for peace talks
Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, and the Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, on Tuesday expressed deep appreciation for Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar for his facilitation of talks with the United States. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), FM Dar received a call from Guterres, […]
UN chief António Guterres praises Pakistan’s role in US Iran talks, during a telephone conversation with Ishaq Dar
António Guterres has commended Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in facilitating dialogue between the United States (US) and Iran, during a telephone conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Read More: Iran backs Pakistan for US talks According to official sources, the UN chief contacted Ishaq Dar to appreciate Pakistan’s role in hosting negotiations in Islamabad aimed at easing […]
Pakistan warns UN peacekeeping at risk amid $1.57B funding shortfall
NEW YORK: Pakistan Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Friday warned that UN peacekeeping operations are being directly undermined by a worsening liquidity crisis, echoing concerns raised by UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres. By the end of 2025, the UN recorded a staggering $1.57 billion in unpaid dues, a shortfall threatening programme delivery and peace missions globally. […]
Trump sets deadline for Iran nuclear deal amid tensions
US President Donald Trump has given Iran a 10 to 15-day deadline to reach a nuclear deal with the United States, warning that “really bad things” could happen if an agreement is not achieved. The remarks came during the inaugural meeting of Trump’s Board of Peace in Washington DC, amid a substantial US military buildup […]
UN chief warns of global risk as US-Russia nuclear arms treaty expires
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday warned that the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) between the United States (US) and Russia marks a “grave moment for international peace and security,” ending decades of legally binding limits on the world’s two largest nuclear arsenals. Read More: UN chief regrets ending of US–Russia arms control […]
Guteres blasts US for undermining multilateral system
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres sharply criticized the United States, warning that it is sidelining international law in favor of raw power. The remarks came in a BBC Radio 4 interview as tensions grow between Washington and multilateral institutions. Guterres said the world appears to be moving away from global rules toward reliance on influence […]
UN nations sign first cybercrime treaty
HANOI – More than 60 countries signed the first-ever United Nations treaty on cybercrime in Hanoi on Saturday, marking a historic step toward building global cooperation against online criminal activity. However, the treaty has drawn sharp criticism from tech companies and human rights groups, who warn it could lead to increased state surveillance and misuse […]