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World Needs Peace From Gaza to Ukraine, Says UN Chief

Guterres says peace is essential for achieving inclusive global growth and sustainable development….reports Asian Lite News Desk United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for peace across conflict zones including Gaza, the

September 13, 2026

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Nations urge Taliban to restore rights of Afghan women

A group of UN member states has urged the Taliban to restore the rights of Afghan women and girls and reverse discriminatory policies….reports Asian Lite News Desk A broad cross-regional group of

August 16, 2026

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Jaishankar Meets UN Envoys from 17 Nations

Global South priorities, technology and multilateral reforms discussed during India visit by UN representatives…reports Asian Lite News Desk External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held talks with Permanent Representatives to the United Nations

August 4, 2026

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Israeli restrictions reduce aid reaching Gaza in June: UN

Crossing closures and supply curbs cut humanitarian assistance in June as concerns grow over civilian casualties in Gaza and the West Bank….reports Asian Lite News Desk Israeli restrictions and the continued closure

July 7, 2026

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Tibetan activist dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters

Lobga Rangzen succumbed to burn injuries after setting himself on fire in New York as rights groups renewed criticism of China’s Tibet policies….reports Asian Lite News Desk Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen died

July 3, 2026

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India Reaffirms Support for UN Charter, Calls It a Symbol of Hope

India’s envoy underscores the enduring relevance of the UN Charter ahead of the organisation’s annual commemoration….reports Asian Lite News Desk India has reaffirmed its commitment to the principles of the United Nations

June 17, 2026

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Guterres Sounds Crisis Alarm

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that mounting tensions across the Middle East risk triggering wider instability with global consequences. Speaking at a high-level UN Security Council meeting, he urged renewed diplomatic

June 12, 2026

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Violence, Climate Shocks Drive Humanitarian Crisis in Sahel

The United Nations has warned that humanitarian needs are rising sharply across the Sahel, with around 24 million people requiring assistance amid worsening violence and climate shocks. The crisis is affecting multiple

June 4, 2026

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Conflict-related sexual violence surged worldwide in 2025, UN warns

Nearly 9,800 verified cases were recorded across 21 conflict affected countries, with women and girls overwhelmingly targeted as the UN called for stronger action to protect survivors and ensure accountability…reports Asian Lite

May 30, 2026

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UN Sounds Alarm Over Rising Human Cost of War

Edem Wosornu, Director of Operations and Advocacy at the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, presented the figures on Wednesday during an open debate at the UN headquarters…reports Asian Lite

May 21, 2026

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