The threat of a meltdown looms large after several days of shelling in the area.
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Shelling Threatens Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, and U.N. Pleads for Access
The chief U.N. nuclear monitor called for an immediate stop to fighting that risks a radiation disaster, as Russians and Ukrainians blamed each other for strikes dangerously close to the reactors.
U.N. Chief Warns Against ‘Suicidal’ Attacks on Ukrainian Nuclear Plant
The remarks by António Guterres came two days after he called for global nuclear disarmament at a commemoration of the 77th anniversary of the U.S. nuclear bombing of Hiroshima.
U.S. Bolsters Aid for Cambodia Amid Efforts to Ease Global Food Crisis
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken announced $25 million over five years to support an initiative that will work with farmers and others in the agriculture industry to get produce to more markets.
U.N. Chief Issues Grim Warning of Risk of ‘Nuclear Annihilation’
The conflict in Ukraine and tensions over North Korea and Iran have lifted the threat of nuclear disaster to a level not seen since the Cold War.
U.N. Peacekeepers Kill 2 and Wound 15 in Congo
The events on Sunday came amid protests in eastern Congo, with demonstrators accusing the United Nations of foundering in its efforts to protect civilians from a surge in violence.
Anti-U.N. Protests in Congo Leave 15 Dead, Including 3 Peacekeepers
Demonstrators have accused international forces of failing to deter armed groups responsible for a wave of deadly attacks.
Russia Agrees to Let Ukraine Ship Grain, Easing World Food Shortage
Ukraine and Russia signed a deal to lift Russia’s blockade of Ukrainian ports, which has worsened a global food crisis — their most important agreement since the war began.
António Guterres Warns That Humanity Faces ‘Collective Suicide’ Over Climate Crisis
Secretary General António Guterres’ comments came as swaths of Europe faced dangerously high temperatures on Monday.
Reforms Are Imposed on U.N. Agency That Made Questionable Investments
After a New York Times report revealed unusual investments putting tens of millions of dollars at risk, the board of the U.N.’s Office for Project Services demanded major changes.