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Asking for a ceasefire in Ukraine, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro told the General Assembly’s General Debate that his country supports “all efforts to reduce the economic impacts of this crisis”, but it does “not believe that the best way is to adopt unilateral and selective sanctions, that are inconsistent with International Law.” UNIFEED

Just 42 percent of refugee children are enrolled globally in pre-primary education, 68 percent in primary, and 37 percent in secondary, according to a new report by the UN refugee agency (UNHCR). UNIFEED

Venezuelan migrants defy deadly desert conditions on their journey to Chile, moving along one of the most extensive migration routes in the world, said the International Organization for Migration. IOM

In response to the growing number of people crossing the dangerous Darien Gap, IOM and partners are stepping up the response in Panama, providing temporary shelters at government-run reception centres, as well as mattresses, blankets, solar lamps and hygiene kits, among other material assistance for both people on the move and local communities. IOM

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

A new report, In Danger, is being launched ahead of the International AIDS Conference in Montreal, Canada. The report shows that globally the number of new infections dropped only 3.6 percent between 2020 and 2021, the smallest annual decline in new HIV infections since 2016. UNAIDS

Addressing Israeli-Palestinian tensions as they arise cannot replace efforts to resolve core issues, Deputy Special Coordinator tells Security Council.

Addressing Israeli-Palestinian tensions as they arise cannot replace efforts to resolve core issues, Deputy Special Coordinator tells Security Council.

Following debate over text-based process, General Assembly adopts oral decision to continue intergovernmental negotiations on Security Council reforms.

Prevention crucial in upholding principle of responsibility to protect children, youth, speakers tell General Assembly.