Israel’s invasion of Gaza is proceeding more slowly than expected. That may suit the needs of its allies — and its adversaries, analysts say.
Tag: General Assembly (UN)
Russia Is Denied a Seat on the U.N. Human Rights Council
Russia lost a vote in the General Assembly to Albania and Bulgaria, failing in its bid to be restored to the council after its suspension last year. But nearly half of the assembly backed Russia, showing that it was not completely isolated.
Biden Officials Focus on African Crises at United Nations Gathering
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met on Friday with African leaders in hopes of reversing a coup in Niger, as the U.S. tries to deliver on promises to the growing but troubled continent.
Here Are Highlights of Zelensky’s Trip to U.S.
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine completed a three-day visit to the United States, where he addressed the U.N. General Assembly and tried to shore up continued support from Washington.
‘Only God Can Thank You’: Female Health Workers Fight to Be Paid
Community health workers put in long hours to protect people in developing countries from diseases such as malaria, Covid-19 and H.I.V. But most are compensated minimally, or not paid at all.
Zelensky Tells U.N. Security Council It’s Useless While Russia Has a Veto
The Ukrainian president joined many world leaders in calling for changes at the Security Council, where five permanent members wield veto power — a high barrier to taking action.
Biden, in U.N. Speech, Calls for Action on Ukraine and Other Crises
As other major leaders skipped the annual opening session of the General Assembly, Mr. Biden used his address to try to counter war fatigue both at home and abroad.
U.N. Chief’s Test: Shaming Without Naming the World’s Climate Delinquents
António Guterres told world leaders gathered in New York that their efforts to address the climate crisis had come up “abysmally short.”
Zelensky, at U.N., Urges World Leaders to Help Ukraine
Painting Vladimir Putin’s Russia as a nation that seeks to dominate others, President Volodymyr Zelensky cast his appeal for broad support as a matter of global security.
Ukraine’s Counteroffensive Looms Large as Zelensky Addresses U.N.
The effort to drive Russian forces from Ukraine’s south and east has been slow and bloody. Here’s a look at what might come next in the campaign.