"ANNIVERSARIES"

Informal comments to the media by Vassily Nebenzia, Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, on Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine.

A top UN official for Europe, Central Asia and Americas said, “Amidst global challenges and crises, the international community must sustain its focus on Ukraine and end the suffering caused by this war.” UNIFEED

Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk today began a visit to the Middle East region, amid Israel’s escalation in Gaza, in response to the attacks on it on 7 and 8 October, and the wider context of 56 years of occupation of the Palestinian territories. OHCHR

The power of art to inspire and transcend came under the spotlight at Somalia’s first-ever human rights art competition, aimed at raising awareness about human rights and fostering dialogue and debate on issues of importance to Somalis. UNSOM

Governments, international organizations, civil society, youth, and the private sector gathered in Vienna to mark the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Convention against Corruption. UNIS

Marking the recent United Nations Day, the UN top officials in Somalia reaffirmed their support for the Somali government and people as the country continues with its state- and peacebuilding efforts. UNSOM

A photo exhibition called ‘Peace Begins with Her’ took place to mark the 23rd anniversary of the landmark Security Council resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (WPS). UNIFEED

In South Sudan, the United Nations family came together with the communities they serve to mark the 78th anniversary of the Organization. UNMISS

UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell concluded a four-day visit to India to highlight life-saving progress in health and development for millions of vulnerable children, while calling on global leaders to prioritise investment in children to deliver on the world’s Sustainable Development Goals. UNICEF