The Secretary-General is deeply concerned about reports of recent air strikes during the course of military operations in the north of Yemen and the reported civilian casualties resulting from this.
In progress at UNHQ
Noon Briefings
The Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs has arrived in Sri Lanka, where concerns remain about the pace of progress since the Secretary-General’s visit to the country, including on the issues of internally displaced persons, the political process and a possible accountability mechanism.
The United Nations fact-finding mission on the Gaza conflict, released its findings today in New York.
Sergio Duarte, the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, read out a statement on the Secretary-General’s behalf at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference meeting in Vienna today.
The Secretary-General condemns the firing of at least two rockets against Israel from southern Lebanon on 11 September.
Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs Patricia O’Brien delivered a message on the Secretary-General’s behalf to the Consultative Conference on International Criminal Justice.
The Secretary-General has noted with deep concern the recent decision of the Government of Israel to approve further construction in settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
The Secretary-General strongly regrets the decision of the Sri Lankan Government to expel Mr. James Elder, Spokesman for UNICEF in Sri Lanka.
Today, as the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala marks its second anniversary, the Secretary-General reaffirms his strong support and appreciation for CICIG’s ground-breaking efforts to help strengthen the justice sector and rule of law in Guatemala.
The Secretary-General takes note of the preliminary results of the 30 August presidential elections announced by the electoral authorities of Gabon, and expresses concern over reports of disturbances in some regions of the country.