UN condemns 'shameful' migrant conditions in GreeceThe United Nations warned that migrants landing in Greece were facing "shameful" conditions, with the crisis-hit country claiming it was unable to cope with the massive influx on its Aegean islands.
08 August 2015
UN chief seeks urgent funding for Palestinian refugeesUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon raised alarm over a $100 million shortfall in funding for the UN aid agency for Palestinian refugees and called for urgent donations.
Australia PM slams 'outrageous' Russian MH17 vetoAustralian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said Thursday Russia's "outrageous" veto of a UN resolution to establish a special tribunal to try those who shot down flight MH17ю
Tripoli parliament rejects Libya peace plan, wants more talksThe parliament in Tripoli rejected a UN proposal to resolve Libya's political crisis but said it wanted to press on with talks toward reaching an accord with its rival in the east of the country.
08 July 2015
UN watchdog in Iran for 'intense' nuclear talksThe UN's atomic watchdog and Iran held "intense discussions" in Tehran about the possible military dimensions of the country's nuclear programme.
UN chief appeals for secure Burundi electionsOn the eve of highly-charged elections, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged the government of Burundi to ensure that voting takes place in a secure environment.
Washington accuses Russia of 'outright lies' on UkraineWashington's UN envoy accused Russia of spinning "outright lies" on Ukraine designed to hide the Kremlin's direct involvement in a war it launched to thwart Kiev's pro-Western drive.
UN puts tie-ups with FIFA under scrutinyThe United Nations is taking a close look at its partnerships with FIFA following allegations of widespread corruption at football's world governing body.
UN chief urges Nigeria to help Boko Haram victimsUN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Nigeria to step up medical and psychological aid to survivors of Boko Haram attacks and victims of rape.