Secretary-General Condemns Iraq Terrorist Attacks ‘in the Strongest Terms’
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The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:
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Women in Yemen Bear Brunt of Suffering, Civil Society Leader Tells Security Council, as Special Envoy Recounts Assassination Attempt
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Only an end to war would reverse the suffering endured by the people of Yemen, a civil society representative from that country told the Security Council this morning, emphasizing the conflict was taking the greatest toll on women.
Secretary-General Calls for Peace, End to Suffering, in Message on Ramadan
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Following is the text of UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ video message on Ramadan, in New York today:
Concluding First Week of Resumed Session, Non-Governmental Organizations Committee Postpones Action on 4 Groups Seeking Special Consultative Status
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The Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations today deferred action on the applications of four entities seeking special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council.
Security Council Press Statement on Libya
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The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Elbio Rosselli (Uruguay):
Secretary-General Condemns ‘Despicable’ Terrorist Attack in Egypt
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The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:
Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) said today that it is concerned by the recent prosecution, arbitrary arrest, detention and ill-treatment of men perceived to be gay in Indonesia. In the past two months, more than 150 men were reportedly arrested in Aceh, Surabaya and Jakarta and subjected to public humiliation.
Secretary-General to Establish Trust Fund for Displaced Roma, Askhali, Egpytian Communities in Northern Kosovo Following Human Rights Panel’s Findings
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The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:
Security Council Press Statement on Terrorist Attack in Minya, Egypt
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The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Elbio Rosselli (Uruguay):
Special Coordinator Warns Security Council of ‘Explosive’ Environment Developing in Middle East While Welcoming United States President’s Personal Engagement
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While welcoming the United States President’s personal engagement in Israel-Palestine issues today, the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process warned of an “explosive environment” developing on the ground, as the Security Council considered the situation in the region, including the Palestinian question.