Human rights belong to all of us.
They are non-negotiable.

And they are fundamental to our hopes for a world at peace.
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Renewable energy is key for a healthier planet and a better future for all.

Now is the time for breakthrough #ClimateAction .

The future thanks you. un.org/en/climatechan……

Heavy rains and flash floods have left more than 194K people displaced and nearly 205K affected in #Kenya . Humanitarians are supporting the Government in ramping up relief efforts.

Urgent support for food, water, shelter, evacuation and health services is critical.

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The rules of war prohibit the use of starvation of civilians as a war tactic.

All parties to conflict must respect these rules.

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With critical checkpoints in #Gaza frequently closed and humanitarian missions often disrupted, ensuring swift and safe passage of aid is paramount.

Delivering supplies to the border isn't enough; Israeli authorities must ensure that aid reaches those in dire need.

Civilians, including a children, suffered, and an education facility and homes were damaged in Odesa and Gaza.

Civilians and civilian infrastructure are protected by international humanitarian law. All efforts must be taken to keep civilians unharmed.

#NotATarget

Nature doesn’t waste. Nor should we.

Yet, without urgent action, humanity will produce 3.8 billion tonnes of waste a year by 2050.

Why adopting zero-waste approach is the only way forward: buff.ly/4a2CFog #ZeroWaste

Yasmeen and her children are residing in an UNRWA shelter after being displaced from #Gaza City.

'When I heard airstrikes for the first time in the south, I rushed downstairs to the playground. The thought of losing one of my children is unbearable.'

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“As journalists stand up for truth, the world stands with them”

Mohamad Safa: UNSG António Guterres massage is clear, “stop the threats and attacks. Stop detaining and imprisoning journalists. Stop the lies and disinformation. Stop targeting truth and truth-tellers.”

#PressFreedom

Our colleague & photojournalist Abdallah was severely injured in bombardments in north #Gaza . He lost his legs.

In this war of “superlatives”, we are recording the highest number of journalists killed in any conflict.

Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom #NotATarget

Escalating conflict in #Sudan 's El Fasher endangers over 800K people, with alarming reports of restricted movement and attacks on fleeing civilians.

The fighting must stop.

All parties must protect civilians and ensure safe passage to secure areas.

Accessing even the most essential items is a huge challenge in #Gaza

UNRWA continues to deliver diapers & essential sanitary items for women & babies- but it’s nowhere near enough

We need MORE access & supplies to effectively counter the devastating effects of this war & siege

Attacks on journalists are attacks on freedom of expression.

More than ever, we need reliable sources of information & press freedom.

“Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom. A free press is not a choice, but a necessity.” - António Guterres on #PressFreedomDay

“We can’t build a future for our grandchildren with a system for our grandparents.” - António Guterres

The Summit of the Future will chart a path for more effective international cooperation to solve today’s challenges and safeguard #OurCommonFuture .

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Around the world, media workers are more & more risking their lives to bring us the news.

The United Nations recognizes the invaluable work of journalists to ensure that the public is informed & engaged.

Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom.

#WorldPressFreedomDay

The war in #Gaza continues to be a war on women.

Over 10,000 women have been killed & 19,000 injured

37 children lose their mother every single day.

Conditions are appalling; +155,000 pregnant or breastfeeding women faced with severely limited access to water & sanitary items.

Each of us can take action to foster understanding and say #NoToHate .

🔹 Share messages of tolerance.

🔹 Support people targeted by hate speech.

🔹 Report hate speech on social platforms.

Share this & make your social feeds a 'no-hate zone'.
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Journalists reveal that the environmental crisis is closer than we realize. This is the grim reality of #ClimateChange .

Stand with us in safeguarding press freedom and supporting the brave journalists who bring these urgent stories to light.

#WorldPressFreedomDay #PressFreedom

“Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom.

A free press is not a choice, but a necessity.”

– António Guterres on Friday’s #WorldPressFreedomDay . un.org/en/observances…

Amid the war in Gaza, the poverty rate in Palestine continues to escalate, reaching 58.4%, according to new UN estimates.

The assessment warns of a sharp decline in human development.

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