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The United Nations has documented a record 907 incidents of violence against humanitarian workers in 2025, including 350 deaths, 322 injuries and 235 kidnappings. Gaza remained the deadliest location for a third consecutive year.
US President Donald Trump is pushing FIFA President Gianni Infantino for the role of UN secretary-general, according to reports. The nomination would require Security Council backing and General Assembly approval.
Benjamin Netanyahu's office has strongly criticised New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani for suggesting he might pursue the Israeli PM's arrest during a forthcoming United Nations gathering in New York.
United Nations experts have called for impartial investigations into claims that authorities interfered with protests regarding Mexico's disappearance crisis held during the football World Cup.
The United Nations is calling for impartial investigations into dozens of deaths reported in Pakistan-administered Kashmir during pre-election unrest, with concerns raised over civil liberties and internet restrictions.