Tag: Antonio Guterres
UN Condemns Sudan’s Escalating Violence, Protect Civilians
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned escalating violence in Sudan, as millions face displacement, hunger, and disease. United Nations’ Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday, February 9, expressed alarm over renewed armed hostilities in Sudan, condemning escalating violence against civilians and humanitarian personnel. Through his official spokesperson, the diplomat denounced that the civilian population and aid workers […]
February 9, 2026
UN Chief Voices Concern Over Cuba After Trump Tightens U.S. Blockade
Guterres warns of worsening humanitarian crisis as the U.S. imposes new oil sanctions on Havana. On Wednesday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed concern over the situation in Cuba following U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order that strengthens the blockade against the island. RELATED: Russia Pledges Continued Support for Venezuela and Cuba “I have been […]
February 5, 2026
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens: UN Calls Israel for Immediate Medical Evacuations Through Rafah
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged Israel to allow large-scale humanitarian aid and medical evacuations through Rafah, as Gaza faces a deepening health crisis. United Nation’s Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday urged Israel to immediately allow large-scale humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip and facilitate the evacuation of Palestinians requiring specialized medical attention abroad, during 2026 […]
February 4, 2026
UN Secretary Voices Deep Concern Over U.S. Military Action in Venezuela
Guterres urges respect for international law and calls for inclusive dialogue. On Monday, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, through Undersecretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo, expressed his “deep concern” over U.S. military action in Venezuela. RELATED: A High-Level Panel to Seek Release of Venezuelan President Maduro and First Lady Guterres called before the United […]
January 5, 2026
Antonio Guterres Calls for Peaceful Elections in the Central African Republic
Around 2.3 million citizens will elect a president, legislators, mayors, and council members. On Wednesday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged peaceful elections in the Central African Republic (CAR). RELATED: Africa Agrees on Continental Plan to Eradicate Child Soldiers UN considers these elections a historic milestone and an essential part of the 2019 Political Agreement […]
December 25, 2025
UN warns of high level of extreme poverty and inequality in the world
UN Secretary-General António Guterres stressed that true development must be based on social justice and human dignity for all.
November 4, 2025
UN General Assembly: Democratic Reform or Continuation of Hegemonic Power?
The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, taking place from September 22 to 26 in New York, is no ordinary meeting. It coincides with the organization’s eight-decade anniversary and the launch of the UN80 initiative, a reform plan seeking to “modernize” the institution to make it more effective. However, the backdrop of this […]
September 19, 2025
President Maduro Asks Guterres to Urge the U.S. to Cease Hostile Actions Against Venezuela
For years, the Bolivarian nation has been subjected to U.S. harassment, the Venezuelan leader recalled. On Thursday, the Venezuelan ambassador to the United Nations, Samuel Moncada, met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to ask him to publicly pronounce on the U.S. military deployment in the Caribbean near Venezuelan territorial waters. RELATED: Venezuelan Military Seizes Drugs […]
August 29, 2025
UN Estimates Reconstruction of Gaza to Exceed $53 Billion
During the meeting, Trump stated that the United States would “take on” the responsibility for reconstruction. However, this proposal has been rejected by several Arab countries, the broader international community, and the Palestinian movement Hamas. Related: The reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, devastated by recent Israeli military attacks, will require more than $53 billion, according […]
February 11, 2025
Antonio Guterres Addresses Global Challenges for 2025 at UN Assembly
This year, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has committed to addressing four critical issues that are inflicting significant harm worldwide. These include uncontrollable conflicts, rampant inequalities, the urgent need for sustainable development, and the challenges posed by advancing technology, particularly artificial intelligence. Related:Guterres Urges Climate Justice in South Africa During G20 Presidency Guterres highlighted the ongoing […]