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UN Warns Ebola Outbreak Could Cost African Economies $3.6 Billion
The UNDP warns that the ongoing Ebola crisis in the DR Congo could push nearly one million people into poverty and cost African economies up to $3.6 billion.
UN Warns 61 Nations Remain Vulnerable Following Strait of Hormuz Reopening
A UN report highlights that 61 vulnerable economies continue to face significant oil and food price shocks despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
President Tinubu Urges UN Nations to Embed Charter Preamble into National Constitutions
President Bola Tinubu is urging UN member states to adopt the UN Charter's preamble into their national constitutions to bolster global peace and international cooperation.
United Nations Alerts That 6.8 Million Face Impact From Venezuela Quakes
A powerful set of earthquakes in northern Venezuela has left 920 dead and potentially impacted 6.8 million people, prompting an urgent international humanitarian response.
UN Reports Venezuelan Earthquake Damage at 6% of GDP
United Nations officials estimate the financial toll of recent Venezuelan earthquakes at $6.7 billion, highlighting a crisis that has claimed over 1,400 lives and impacted major economic hubs.
Iran Rejects Nuclear Inspection Pledges Following Switzerland Talks
Iran disputes US claims of a breakthrough, stating no agreement was reached regarding inspections of nuclear sites damaged by previous American airstrikes.
United Nations Report Finds Myanmar Military Responsible for Over 700 Civilian Deaths
A UN report states that Myanmar's military killed at least 702 civilians over a six-month period, highlighting air strikes as the main cause of suffering amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
UN and EU issue warnings over potential mass atrocities in Sudan’s El Obeid
The UN and EU have demanded that the RSF halt its offensive in El Obeid, Sudan, fearing a recurrence of the mass atrocities witnessed in El Fasher.
Wealthy Nations Accused of Obstruction in Global Climate Finance Talks
Health advocacy groups have accused developed nations of stalling vital climate finance negotiations, potentially undermining global efforts to support vulnerable populations.