After two years as secretary general, António Guterres gets a passing but not stellar grade from an advisory group on his pledge for a more feminist United Nations.
Author: RICK GLADSTONE
Tensions Rise Over U.S. Arrest of Iranian News Agency’s American Journalist
Iran said it had summoned the Swiss ambassador, which acts on behalf of U.S. interests in Tehran, to protest the Jan. 13 arrest of Marzieh Hashemi.
Family of Navy Veteran Held in Iran Says He Had Valid Visa and Is No Spy
The family of Michael R. White, the first American seized in Iran since President Trump took office, also said he suffered serious health issues.
Iran Has Held U.S. Navy Veteran Since July, Family Says
Michael R. White of Imperial Beach, Calif., was seized in late July while visiting an Iranian woman whom his mother described as his girlfriend.
Not Just Khashoggi: Reprisal Killings of Journalists Surged This Year
At least 53 journalists were killed worldwide in 2018, most of them targeted because of their work, the Committee to Protect Journalists said on Wednesday.
United Nations Dispatch: Runners Extend U.N.’s Reach, One Sweaty Huff After Another
United Nations representatives dispense with hierarchical diplomacy during runs in Central Park. It’s “a bit like going to the sauna — everyone is equal,” said one from Finland.
Jailing Hundreds of Journalists Worldwide Is the ‘New Normal,’ Group Finds
The Committee to Protect Journalists, an advocacy group, said more than 250 journalists were imprisoned worldwide for the third consecutive year.
Upgrade Would Arm Japan With First Aircraft Carriers Since World War II
The plan, contained in draft defense guidelines approved by the government’s governing parties, comes as China is exerting increased military strength.
Saudis Disqualified from Hosting Chess Match After Israelis Complain
The decision by the governing body for international chess is an image setback for the kingdom, which denied visas to Israeli players in 2017.
Saudis Disqualified from Hosting Chess Match After Israelis Complain
The decision by the governing body for international chess is an image setback for the kingdom, which denied visas to Israeli players in 2017.