
U.S. Restores Health Aid to UN Agencies
The U.S. has resumed providing some vaccine and health aid to Unicef, Gavi, and the World Food Programme, though the amount remains significantly lower than previous contributions.
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The U.S. has resumed providing some vaccine and health aid to Unicef, Gavi, and the World Food Programme, though the amount remains significantly lower than previous contributions.

ABBA co-founder Björn Ulvaeus, as president of CISAC, urged UN agencies and governments to implement policies ensuring artists are compensated for the use of their work by AI.

The UN's World Food Programme and agriculture agency have issued a joint appeal for funds to avert a global hunger crisis, as fears grow that El Niño has returned with 'Godzilla' strength.

A group of economists, including Olivier De Schutter, argue that 'growth' is a doomed strategy and propose a new roadmap for a better economic future, shaped by experts from UN agencies to grassroots movements.
United Nations agencies are stepping up their efforts to combat the Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, enhancing their response activities.

The Journalists’ Association of Serbia (UNS) and its Kosovo branch have accused UNICEF and other UN agencies in Kosovo of failing to regularly publish content in Serbian, thereby violating equal language rights.

A report by multiple organizations, including UN agencies and the EU, indicates that 266 million people in 47 countries experienced high levels of acute food insecurity in 2025. The world continues to face high levels of acute food shortages and malnutrition.

A ship carrying 250 people has gone missing, with fears that all aboard may have perished. UN agencies are involved, but details on the search and sinking timeline remain unclear.

Heads of UN agencies have demanded an end to impunity for widespread international law violations in the Middle East, six weeks into the conflict sparked by US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
UN agencies report that almost 700,000 people have been displaced and 84 children killed following Israeli strikes on Lebanon.

UN agencies have criticized the acquittal of an individual accused of child rape in Brazil, noting that such cases are not isolated and highlighting the country's high rates of child marriage and sexual violence against children.

More than 140 migrants and refugees are reported dead or missing after multiple boat incidents off the coast of Mauritania, according to UN agencies. The tragic events occurred as individuals attempted to reach Europe, highlighting the dangers of the maritime route.

Nigeria plans to assume a greater leadership role in coordinating humanitarian responses within the country, transitioning from a system largely led by international donors and UN agencies.

UN agencies have initiated a $1 million project to contain a screwworm outbreak, a flesh-eating parasite recently detected in the US for the first time in over 40 years, which poses a threat to livestock.
The World Health Organization (WHO) office in Kyiv, Ukraine, sustained damage from debris following multiple Russian air strikes on the city. This incident highlights the impact of the conflict on international humanitarian organizations.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to spread, with reported cases and deaths increasing, prompting international aid efforts. Local resistance to containment measures has also been observed, including an incident where an Ebola treatment center was set on fire.

Udruženje novinara Srbije (UNS) sa svojim ogrankom na Kosovu je danas pozvalo UNICEF da na svom Instagram nalogu počne redovno da objavljuje sadržaj n

A new report from UN agencies warns that extreme heat is pushing global agrifood systems to the brink. The agencies highlight the severe threat posed by rising temperatures to food production and security worldwide.

A boat carrying an estimated 250 Rohingya refugees capsized in the Andaman Sea, with UN agencies reporting all aboard are feared missing. This tragic incident highlights the perilous journeys undertaken by refugees seeking safety.

Preparations for the 2026 edition of the Vanguard Economic Summit (VES’26) are in advanced stages, with cabinet ministers, UN agencies, and private sector leaders set to play lead roles in discussions.

Delegates at a major women's rights meeting in New York are preparing to defend key UN agencies that protect women and girls, amid concerns that proposed UN reforms could undermine equality.

UN agencies have reported two suspected shipwrecks off the coast of Myanmar, warning that more than 500 people may have died in the incidents.
UN agencies have condemned Germany's latest budget draft, which further reduces overseas development spending while increasing defense funding. The cabinet, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, approved the draft.

The United States is allocating $1 billion in humanitarian aid to support life-saving activities carried out by UN agencies in over 40 countries.

An escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has caused alarm, leading to 160 deaths and prompting India to postpone an Africa summit. International efforts are underway to contain the virus, with calls for increased collaboration and trust.
Seven months after a ceasefire, the Gaza Strip is experiencing a severe deterioration in sanitation, leading to a rapid increase in skin diseases among residents. UN agencies are urging accelerated reconstruction efforts to protect public health.
UN agencies, including UNICEF and WHO, have praised Kebbi state's investments in healthcare and its efforts to revitalize health centers and combat polio. They urged for sustained efforts in the fight against polio.

United Nations agencies have issued a stark warning that extreme heat and climate change are pushing global food systems to the brink of collapse, posing a significant threat to billions. A new report emphasizes the urgent need to adapt farming and livestock practices to mitigate these impacts.

The UNHCR and World Food Programme have issued a warning that a lack of funding is jeopardizing the lives of over one million Sudanese refugees in Chad.
The Association of Journalists of Serbia (UNS), with its branch in Kosovo and Metohija, protested against UN agencies' decision to send press releases and information exclusively in Albanian to Serbian-language media, demanding equal treatment.

UN agencies say more on the way