The United Nations (UN) said on Monday it is awaiting clarification from the United States (US) on the timing and size of payments toward its overdue budget contributions, following Washington’s pledge last week to make an initial payment within the coming weeks. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters that discussions with US officials are ongoing […]
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Pakistan warns UN police budget cuts risk undermining peacekeeping
With financial resources dwindling and multilateralism waning, Pakistan has underscored the importance of full cooperation by host States to enable timely deployment of UN peacekeepers, including police components, authorized by the Security Council. “Blue helmets are the most visible symbol of the United Nations commitment to peace and stability,” Ambassador Asim Ahmad, permanent representative of […]
At UN, Pakistan sounds alarm over rise in terror attacks from Afghan soil
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, highlighting the “exponential rise” in cross-border terrorist attacks from Afghanistan, has said that the situation has become “intolerable for Pakistan”. His remarks come against the backdrop of a spate of coordinate attacks in Balochistan on Saturday. Clearing operations following the attacks continued on Sunday […]
China, Brazil unite on Global South, UN role amid global tensions
BEIJING/SAO PAULO — Chinese President Xi Jinping assured Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Friday that China will stand by Brazil and the broader Global South as global geopolitical tensions rise, state media and official statements said. The leaders spoke by telephone in a call that lasted about 45 minutes, during which both […]
Pakistan urges UN reforms amid mounting global pressures
Pakistan has intensified its call at the United Nations (UN) for strengthening international law and reforms the Security Council, warning that selective adherence to treaties and the rise of parallel diplomatic initiatives risk undermining the authority of the world body at a time of escalating global conflict. Read More: Pakistan backs UN reforms proposed by Antonio Guterres Speaking […]
US set to exit World Health Organisation
The United States is due to formally withdraw from the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Thursday, a move that global health experts warn could undermine both US and international health efforts and place Washington in violation of domestic law. Read More: US rejects WHO global pandemic response accord President Donald Trump announced his intention to leave […]
Pakistan urges restraint at UN, rejects external interference in Iran
Pakistan told the UN Security Council on Thursday that it hopes for an early normalisation of the situation in Iran, cautioning that international law prohibits external interference in the internal affairs of sovereign states. Read More: Pakistan urges diplomacy on Iran nuclear issue Speaking at an emergency meeting convened by the United States to discuss unrest in Iran, […]
Beyond Kabul’s Claims: UN Assessment of Terrorism in Afghanistan
Sixteenth Report of United Nations Security Council’s Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team was released on 8 December 2025, offering one of the most authoritative and troubling assessments to date of Afghanistan’s security environment under the Taliban Regime. Contrary to repeated assurances by Kabul that Afghan territory is not being used for militant activity, UN […]
Gaza stabilisation plan raises serious concerns
Former foreign minister Shireen Mazari has strongly criticised the proposed “International Stabilisation Force” for Gaza, warning that it risks undermining international law and Pakistan’s long-standing principled position on Palestine. Read More: UN-led stabilization force may deploy in Gaza next month Writing on the issue, she argued that the plan, initially floated by former US president Donald Trump and later […]
Israel approves new West Bank settlements amid criticism
Israel security cabinet has approved the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move that has drawn strong international criticism and renewed concerns over prospects for a Palestinian state. The decision was confirmed by Israel’s far-right finance minister, who said the step was intended to block Palestinian statehood. Read More: Israel approves […]