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Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon was the eighth secretary-general of the United Nations.
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Guterres wants new approach to prevent war
New UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for action in his first speech to the Security Council.
'Crucial' Cyprus peace talks to start fresh
UN-monitored talks are set to begin Monday in Geneva. The Mediterranean island has been separated since 1974.
CAR civil war violence kills UN peacekeepers
At least three Blue Helmets have been killed in separate incidents in the Central African Republic this week.
UN removes four peacekeepers from Colombia
The UN has pulled four of its envoys out of Colombia after footage showed them dancing with leftist rebels.
New UN chief: 2017 'a year for peace'
Antonio Guterres has taken charge of the United Nations with a New Year's appeal to put peace first.
Nigeria's Amina Mohammed - UN's most powerful woman
Nigeria's environment minister Amina Mohammed is to be the deputy of the incoming UN chief diplomat.
Trump slams UN, Netanyahu remains defiant
US President-elect Donald Trump has taken to Twitter to criticize the UN over a vote on illegal Israeli settlements.
Israel defiant, vows retaliation after UN settler vote
Israel has vowed to take a host of measures to counteract a UN resolution condemning illegal settlements.
UN Security Council votes to stop Israeli settlements
The UN resolution has been passed after the United States abstained from voting.
African countries fail to block UN gay rights appointment
A group of UN member states argued that the LGBTI expert has no legal mandate.
A mixed legacy
As a new UN secretary general is sworn in, how will the outgoing chief Ban Ki-moon be remembered in history?
Antonio Guterres sworn in as UN secretary-general
The former high commissioner for refugees has taken the oath of office in New York.
Voice for a divided world
Georg Schwarte
Ex-prime minister of Portugal Antonio Guterres is the right man for the post of UN secretary-general.
UN General Assembly demands end to attacks in Syria
The UN General Assembly has demanded ceasefire in Syria after the Security Council failed to pass a similar resolution.
Assad regime pushes Aleppo onslaught
The United Nations warns that tens of thousands of displaced people are in need of shelter as temperatures drop.
UN imposes strongest sanctions yet on N. Korea
Repeated UN sanctions have done little to halt North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.
Thousands protest planned UN rights probe in Burundi
Thousands of Burundians took to the streets after a UN probe into alleged rights violations was announced this week.
Mass atrocities reported against Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims
Horrendous stories of atrocities committed by Myanmar's army against Rohingya Muslims have emerged.
Trump picks Nikki Haley for UN ambassador
The President-elect has chosen former critic, and South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley as the US ambassador to the UN.
African states fail to stop UN gay rights envoy
The United Nations human rights committee has rejected a plan to delay the appointment of an expert on LGBTI rights.
UN warns of 'very bleak moment' in Aleppo
Food, water and medicine are running out in beseiged eastern Aleppo.
UN meeting reconfirms climate change deal support
The UN gathering had been overshadowed by Donald Trump's threats to withdraw the US from the global pact.
Africa: Fire new UN gay rights envoy
African states have drafted a resolution, calling for the suspension of the UN's new LGBTI investigator.
Savior for the world's climate?
Since the Paris Agreement has come into force, nations must commit to their climate pledges. So how does that work?
Germany can't agree to national climate plan
Germany will not have a national climate plan ready in time for a November UN conference, the environment minister said.
Yemeni president turns down UN peace deal
Yemeni President Hadi has rejected a UN-proposed peace deal aimed at ending the country's devastating war.
Russia voted off UN Human Rights Council
Rights groups had urged countries not to re-elect Russia after attacks on civilians in Syria.
Mediterranean migrant death toll hits record
At least 3,800 migrants have perished in the Mediterranean this year while attempting to reach Europe, the UN has said.
Why countries avoid international pacts
South Africa's decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court has rased fears other countries will follow.
UNRWA - part of the entire refugee problem?
The aid agency has been criticized for treating the symptoms and not the root of the refugee problem
UN to investigate war crimes in Aleppo
A UN commission has been authorized to investigate possible war crimes in Aleppo.
A new face for the UN
UN officials in Geneva are working on a "perception change" project to improve the organization's public image.
Security Council continues UN Colombia watch
The Security Council has agreed to the UN's continued monitoring of Colombia's peace process.
UNRWA - part of the entire refugee problem?
The aid agency has been criticized for treating the symptoms and not the root of the refugee problem
Britain to present UN resolution for truce in Yemen
Britain plans to put forward a draft resolution at the UN Security Council calling for an immediate ceasefire in Yemen.
New UN chief Guterres calls on world to unite
Incoming UN chief Antonio Guterres has pledged to be a bridge-builder to help countries unite and overcome differences.
UN reports dozens killed in CAR violence
At least 30 people have been killed after militiamen attacked a northern town in the Central African Republic (CAR.)
Antonio Guterres is the UN's new secretary-general
The UN General Assembly has chosen former Portuguese PM Antonio Guterres to lead the international organization.
UN rights chief: Trump would be 'dangerous'
Trump is also under fire at home as Republican lawmakers seek to dissociate themselves from his crashing campaign.
UN warns of 'large-scale violence' in Congo
The UN has warned that an electoral crisis in the Congo may trigger widespread violence.
France accuses Russia, Syria of war crimes
France suggests the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigate alleged war crimes by Russia and Syria.
Unresolvable nuclear standoff with N. Korea
North Korea and the West have had 10 years of an apparently unresolvable standoff over Pyongyang's nuclear program.
Challenges galore for new UN chief
Guterres takes over at a time when UN is struggling to carry out its primary mandate of maintaining peace and security.
Ban hails 'superb choice' Guterres
Current UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has hailed former Portuguese Prime Minister Guterres as a "superb choice."
UN: Paris climate accord ratified
The UN's key climate change deal has been ratified by a sufficient number of countries to come into effect next month.
'Syria aid convoy hit by airstrike'
The United Nations says satellite images have shown that last month's attack near Aleppo was an airstrike.
Why Kristalina Georgieva should be UN chief
Max Hofmann and Barbara Wesel think the EU Vice President from Bulgaria might be just the ticket.
Bulgaria switches candidate for UN chief
Bulgaria's government has nominated EU Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva as its candidate for UN secretary-general.
How will the UN choose its next chief?
The conflicts in Syria and Ukraine mean picking the next UN head will be 'intensely political,' says Mats Berdal.
British Prime Minister vows to continue global cooperation
Britain will remain active on the global stage despite its vote to leave the EU, UK Prime Minister Theresa May said.
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