International Voice –New York/ September 17, 2026 Russia and China vetoed a United States-sponsored UN Security Council draft resolution that would have extended the mandate of the independent Panel of Experts responsible for monitoring the implementation of United Nations sanctions on Iran, amid continuing disagreement within the Council over whether those sanctions remain in force. The draft received 11 votes in favor, while Russia and China voted against it and Pakistan an

International Voice – September 17, 2026 U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that American forces had sunk 159 Iranian ships, suggesting that the war with Iran could reach what he described as a “good conclusion” before the November elections. Speaking at a campaign rally in North Carolina, Trump said the United States had kept the Strait of Hormuz open, adding that all the Iranian ships that had been sunk were now “at the bottom of the sea.” He also said Iran’s naval

International Voice – September 14, 2026 U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is seeking to reach a deal “at any cost,” while stressing that he would not agree to what he described as a “bad deal.” Speaking to reporters, Trump said the war with Iran could end immediately after the U.S. midterm elections, while also suggesting that it could conclude before the elections take place. Addressing the economic consequences, Trump said gasoline prices “will come down quickly and re

International Voice – September 9, 2026 The United Nations headquarters in New York hosted what was described as a historic event marking, for the first time, the International Day of Indigenous Women and Girls, with participants stressing that their leadership begins with meaningful recognition of their rights, voices and the urgency of the issues they raise. The international day is observed annually on September 5, following its adoption by the United Nations General Assem

Getty Images International Voice – September 8, 2026 The United Nations has condemned cross-border Houthi attacks targeting multiple locations in southern Saudi Arabia, noting their impact on civilians and energy infrastructure. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric expressed serious concern over reports of civilian casualties, as well as the escalation of military clashes across several fronts in Yemen, particularly reports indicating that civilians may have been killed or injur

Waltz: Hamas Disarmament Would Open a “Bright New Chapter” in Gaza’s History International Voice – April 28, 2026 U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Mike Waltz said that “the moment Hamas agrees to disarm, a bright new chapter will be written in Gaza’s history.” Waltz added that there is a comprehensive plan for Gaza’s reconstruction and development, saying that funding is available and that partners ready to participate in rebuilding are in place. He said th

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the conflict in Ukraine could have moved rapidly toward a settlement based on understandings reached at the Russian-American summit in Alaska, arguing that subsequent proposals had departed significantly from the original U.S. document. In a televised interview, Lavrov said the Anchorage meeting produced approaches based on a U.S. initiative and American proposals that, in his view, “paved the way for peace,” adding that a final set

International Voice – December 29, 2025 Egypt continued for a third consecutive day its efforts opposing Israel’s recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, as Cairo maintains a joint defense agreement with Somalia. Experts described Egypt’s moves as a calculated African diplomatic escalation against the Israeli recognition without reaching the point of confrontation. They said Cairo is expected to work through international and African institutions, as well as Red Se

International Voice – October 17, 2025 The United Nations has categorically rejected accusations by Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, alleging that UN personnel or operations in Yemen have been involved in any form of espionage or activities inconsistent with the organization’s humanitarian mission. The UN position came in remarks by UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric in response to allegations made by the group’s leader, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, in a speech on Thursday. A

International Voice – September 22, 2025 The Palestinian flag was raised at the Palestinian Mission in London on Monday, as British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper warned Israel against annexing parts of the West Bank in response to Britain’s recognition of the State of Palestine. Palestinian Ambassador to the United Kingdom Husam Zomlot said raising the Palestinian flag “does not represent the end of our struggle, but it is a new step toward freedom,” adding that after a cen

Doha – September 15, 2025 | International Voice The emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha concluded on Monday with the adoption of a final communiqué condemning the Israeli attack on Qatar and calling on the international community to take measures to halt Israeli violations and hold those responsible accountable. The summit brought together leaders and representatives of member states of the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, at the invitation

International Voice – August 15, 2025 In a presidential statement, the United Nations Security Council strongly condemned the violence committed against civilians in Syria’s Sweida Governorate since July 12, including mass killings and loss of life, which resulted in the internal displacement of approximately 192,000 people. The Council called on all parties to abide by the ceasefire agreement and ensure the protection of the civilian population. The 15-member Security Counci

International Voice- New York / June 22, 2025 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities represents a dangerous turning point that could drag the region into an unbearable cycle of mutual retaliation and suffering. He called for an immediate halt to the escalation and a return to serious negotiations that ensure respect for the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, stressing that “peace cannot be i

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