"DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL AND PEACEBUILDING AFFAIRS - DPPA"

A top United Nations official told the Security Council that all parties in Yemen “must prioritize civilian needs and abstain from weaponizing the economy, particularly in light of the critical humanitarian situation in the country.” UNIFEED

Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary A. DiCarlo told the Security Council that ongoing negotiations in Vienna “offer a critical opportunity for both the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran to return to the full and effective implementation” of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and of Security Council resolution 2231, stressing that it was “essential that all Member States promote a conducive environment and avoid any action that may have a negative impact on these ongoing diplomatic efforts, as well as on regional stability.” UNIFEED

Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Bintou Keita said, “for societies recovering from conflict and instability, Security Sector Reform holds a great promise” in creating a “safe and secure environment where the rule of law, economic and social development and trade can take root for the benefit of states and their people.” UNIFEED

Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo commended Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt for their continuing negotiations on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), and said "the remaining differences are technical and legal in nature." UNIFEED

Media stakeout by Jonathan Allen, Deputy Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations, on the situation in Cyprus.

Peaceful, transparent elections crucial for creating stable future in Burundi, speakers tell Security Council, ahead of 2020 presidential, legislative polls at 8652nd meeting.

Turkey’s military operation has displaced thousands of civilians, worsened Syria’s dire humanitarian crisis, top official warns Security Council at 8645th meeting.

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Secretary-General, at high-level event on Sudan, calls for ending country’s designation as terrorist-supporting state, immediate lifting of sanctions.

Briefing Security Council, senior officials urge increased international support as Guinea-Bissau prepares for November presidential election at 8614th meeting.