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New Report Says We Will Miss 1.5 Degrees Celsius Goal Without Drastic Action Now
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that "limiting warming to 1.5°C will be impossible" on our current path.
Deposed Burmese Leaders Are Now Changing Their Tune on Human Rights of Rohingya
Leaders issued public declarations promoting Rohingya human rights -- a historic move amid decades-long persecution.
Only US and Israel Vote Against Resolution Demanding End to Blockade of Cuba
This year, as the embargo has impacted Cuba's ability to combat COVID, 184 nations voted in favor of the resolution.
UN Relief Agency Condemns Israeli Bombing of Gaza Refugee Camp
Israel's bombardment of Gaza has already claimed at least 200 lives.
Under Israeli Apartheid, There Are Two Different Pandemics
The situation is critical in Gaza, where the UN has repeatedly warned of the imminent collapse of the medical system.
Biden Administration Announces the US Will Rejoin UN Human Rights Council
The U.S. seeks to join as an observer but could become a full voting member of the council later this year.
UN Experts: Trump Violated International Law in Pardoning Blackwater Mercenaries
The choice to pardon the military contractors convicted of murder and manslaughter may violate the Geneva Conventions.
After Trump Blocked UN Inquiry of Racist Violence, NGOs Are Conducting Their Own
The commission will analyze whether several instances of police violence violated international law.
Nuclear Weapons Will Soon Be Banned Under International Law
Fifty nations have ratified the UN treaty that will ban nuclear weapons despite growing U.S. pressure.
The Squad Calls for UN Inquiry Into Alleged Human Rights Abuses at Trump’s DHS
Reps. Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Omar and Tlaib were among several lawmakers calling for an international investigation.