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Global 'collective shrug' criticised as violence spike in Syria sees death toll soar
Aid groups have described the spike in violence in Syria’s eight-year civil war as a “nightmare”.
Photos: Events take place to honour Irish troops who've died in wars or UN missions
President Higgins laid a wreath on behalf of the people of Ireland at a ceremony in Collins Barracks.
UN Security Council fails to condemn fatal attack on Libya migrant centre
Meanwhile, Tánaiste Simon Coveney has condemned the attack.
'Credible evidence' linking Saudi crown prince to Khashoggi killing - UN expert
The report calls on UN bodies to “demand” a follow-up criminal investigation.
Government denies UN claim that housing in Ireland is 'unaffordable'
A letter from the UN said private housing investment has impacted security of tenure for renters.
Landmark pact to regulate plastic waste signed by 180 nations - but not the US
The framework “is historic in the sense that it is legally binding, said Rolph Payet of the United Nations Environment Programme.
Animals and plants are disappearing faster than at any other time in human history, and it's happening in Ireland too
A recent UN report has pointed to the huge threats to biodiversity across the globe.
'We're in trouble': Landmark UN report details unprecedented decline in nature
Over one million animal and plant species are now at risk of extinction.
'Badly misguided': Trump to withdraw US from UN arms treaty
The US Senate never ratified the 2013 Arms Trade Treaty after former president Barack Obama endorsed it.
One in three UN workers have been sexually harassed in the past two years
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said there are “some sobering statistics” in the new report.
UN says Saudi woman is genuine refugee, asks Australia to resettle her
The 18-year-old is fleeing from her family.
15-year-old activist tells climate negotiators at UN summit they are 'not mature enough'
Over the weekend, nations struck a deal to breathe life into the landmark 2015 Paris climate treaty.
Breakthrough in Yemen conflict as ceasefire to take place at key port
The announcement was made by the UN today.
Donald Trump expected to announce former Fox News journalist as ambassador to the United Nations
Heather Nauert was a reporter for Fox News before becoming State Department spokeswoman last year.
2018 is set to be one of the hottest years on record
The last four years are also the hottest years on record.
'A woman often blames herself ': Dispelling myths around domestic abuse
The UN’s international day for the elimination of violence against women starts today.
'Some are too frail to cry': Up to 85,000 children under five have died since start of 2015 Yemen war
The estimate by the group Save the Children was based on data compiled by the United Nations.
Khmer Rouge leaders found guilty of Cambodia genocide in landmark ruling
The “reign of terror” left some two million Cambodians dead from overwork, starvation and mass executions.
Nóirín O'Sullivan has another new job - this time it's with the United Nations
She has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary-General for Safety and Security at the United Nations.
'Unprecedented' moves needed as UN report warns of faster than expected climate change effects
In a landmark report released today, the organisation said that time is running out to avert disaster.
Trump brings the house down at UN General Assembly after insisting his White House has 'achieved more than any other'
Ordinarily the General Assembly is a pretty solemn place. But not today.
Leo Varadkar to raise Ireland's bid to join UN Security Council in New York
If Ireland’s bid is successful, it would be the fourth time the country has been elected to the council.
Ireland to give extra €1 million to help Palestinian refugees
Mahmoud Abbas met President Michael D Higgins, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tánaiste Simon Coveney today.
'Give our defence forces a living wage': Why I'm marching on the Dáil today
Dr Tom Clonan outlines his reasons for protesting at Leinster House today.
Myanmar rejects UN probe findings of Rohingya 'genocide'
On Monday the UN probe detailed evidence of genocide and crimes against humanity “perpetrated on a massive scale” against the Rohingya.
Facebook bans Myanmar army chief following damning UN report
UN investigators lambasted the platform earlier this year, saying it had morphed into a “beast” in Myanmar.
'Honestly, we are in a mess': Kofi Annan lashed out at global leaders in one of his final interviews
“Today, leaders are going in the wrong direction.”
Former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has died following a short illness
He was 80 years old.
North Korea criticises US for acting with 'alarming' impatience on denuclearisation issue
A UN report has said that North Korea has resorted to a “massive increase” of illegal ship-to-ship transfers of oil products at sea to evade sanctions.
Bono warns UN is 'under attack' as he issues rallying call for Irish security council seat
Leo Varadkar and Mary Robinson also made speeches calling for Ireland to win a seat on the UN Security Council.
Bono gives shoutout to Irish security council bid during Madison Square Garden concert
A formal launch event for Ireland’s bid to the UN Security Council will take place today.
Pride and sacrifice: Marking 60 years of Irish participation in peacekeeping missions
Ireland holds the record for the longest unbroken peacekeeping service of any nation in the world.
Myanmar is 'failing to end recruitment of child soldiers'
The military and a number of rebel groups have drafted underage soldiers for years.
President Michael D Higgins to address United Nations during US visit next week
Higgins will also meet members of the Irish community during his time in New York.
Russia compares Salisbury poisoning allegations to Nazi propaganda
A war of words has erupted between Russia, the UK and the US.
Israel will send refugees to Western countries as deportation plan scrapped
The original scheme was criticised by the United Nations.
Ministers travelling on St Patrick's Day to campaign for UN Security Council seat
Ireland is running for a seat on the Council for the 2021-2022 term, in which there are two seats available.
UN wants war crime charges after people in South Sudan 'forced to watch the rape of loved ones'
A UN report said some of the cases are “reminiscent of Bosnia”.
'Hell on Earth': More than 400 people have been killed in five-day assault on Syrian rebel-held area
fter two weeks of negotiations, Russia today told the UN Security Council that there was still no agreement on a 30-day ceasefire in Syria.
Iran says that meeting of UN Security Council over mass protests is 'a preposterous example of US bullying'
At least 21 people have been killed and hundreds arrested amid anti-government rallies and unrest that began last week.
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