World Observes the International Day for Tolerance
Tolerance is much more than passively accepting the “other;” it brings obligations to act, and must be taught, nurtured and…
How to Accelerate an End to the Syrian Conflict
Meeting in Vienna on November 14, 2015 as the International Syria Support Group (ISSG), the Arab League, China, Egypt, the…
Violent Extremism Is a Growing Threat: Ban Ki-Moon
Speaking in a region that has been torn apart by violent extremism, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon told Arab and…
UN Chief Condemns Suicide Attacks in Chad
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has denounced the five simultaneous suicide attacks in Baga Sola sous-prefecture in Chad Sunday, which left scores…
U.S. Willing to Work with Russia to End Civil War in Syria
The United States is willing to work with Russia to end the civil war in Syria and the threat posed…
Sexual Abuse by UN Peacekeepers: Ban Vows Action
Vowing “decisive action” on reports of sexual exploitation committed by United Nations (UN) peacekeepers deployed to the Central African Republic…