Tag: #UNGA2025
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POPE LEO XIV URGES GLOBAL COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL LAW FOR PEACE
The Pope calls on nations to uphold fairness, cooperation, and accountability to preserve human dignity and justice worldwide. Pope Leo XIV emphasized the vital role of international and humanitarian law in promoting justice, peace, and human dignity during the UN General Assembly. Delivered by Archbishop Paul Gallagher, the Holy See’s message called for nations to…
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HOLY SEE CALLS FOR GLOBAL SUPPORT TO ADVANCE AFRICA’S PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT
Archbishop Paul Gallagher urges united action on stability, youth empowerment, and humanitarian aid in Africa. At the UN General Assembly, Archbishop Paul Gallagher of the Holy See stressed the resilience of African youth and the need for international backing through investments in education, health, and governance. Highlighting progress in African democracies and ongoing challenges like…
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TRUMP HOSTS ARAB AND ISLAMIC LEADERS TO PUSH FOR GAZA CEASEFIRE
High-level talks aim to end war, secure hostages, and tackle Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. On the sidelines of UNGA, President Trump met with leaders from Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to discuss a lasting Gaza ceasefire and hostage release. Despite Israel’s absence, Trump called the meeting successful and plans talks…
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VP KASHIM SHETTIMA TO DELIVER NIGERIA’S NATIONAL STATEMENT AT UNGA
Nigeria set to unveil updated climate commitments and showcase renewed global leadership. Vice-President Kashim Shettima will represent President Tinubu at UNGA, delivering Nigeria’s statement and unveiling updated Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. The address highlights Nigeria’s strengthened global voice under Tinubu’s leadership, emphasizing reforms and Africa’s role on the world stage.
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TRUMP REAFFIRMS 100% SUPPORT FOR UNITED NATIONS DESPITE CRITICISM
Balancing strong critiques with commitment, Trump backs UN’s peace potential. At UNGA, President Trump declared full U.S. support for the United Nations despite criticizing its handling of conflicts, migration, and climate change. UN Secretary-General Guterres praised the U.S. role and cooperation on peace efforts, highlighting shared goals to end global suffering and build lasting peace.
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NIGERIA, NAMIBIA PLEDGE TO STRENGTHEN BILATERAL TIES AT UNGA
Shared history and future ambitions drive deeper collaboration between Nigeria and Namibia. On the sidelines of UNGA, Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met Nigeria’s VP Kashim Shettima to reaffirm partnership and discuss boosting relations. Shettima also met Gates Foundation leaders, praising their support in health, agriculture, and financial inclusion, while seeking greater investment in education and…
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US RESTRICTS IRANIAN DELEGATION’S ACCESS DURING UNGA, BANS LUXURY SHOPPING
Washington clamps down to stop Iranian elites’ spending spree amid domestic crisis. The US State Department limits the Iranian delegation’s movement in New York to the UN headquarters only, blocking access to wholesale markets and luxury goods. This move responds to past controversies and Iran’s ongoing poverty, shortages, and strained US-Iran relations after recent conflict…
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GATES FOUNDATION PLEDGES $912M TO GLOBAL FUND TO FIGHT AIDS, TB, AND MALARIA
A bold investment to save millions of lives and fight deadly diseases by 2045. The Gates Foundation commits $912 million over three years to the Global Fund, boosting its total support to $4.9 billion since 2002. Bill Gates highlights the Fund’s impact in saving 70 million lives and urges global leaders to increase health investments…
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US SECRET SERVICE TAKES DOWN ELECTRONIC THREAT NETWORK NEAR UNGA IN NYC
Over 300 SIM servers and 100,000 SIM cards seized to protect US officials during UN gatherings. The US Secret Service dismantled a sophisticated network of devices aimed at threatening government officials ahead of the UN General Assembly in New York. The hardware could have enabled telecom attacks, including disabling cell towers and anonymous encrypted communication,…
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GUTERRES URGES WORLD LEADERS TO UPHOLD TWO-STATE SOLUTION FOR ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN PEACE
Time to end conflict and secure lasting peace through justice and statehood rights. UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for immediate ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian access in Gaza, condemning violence on all sides. He stresses the urgency of halting settlement expansion and protecting the two-State solution as a right vital for peace and global stability.…
