United Nations

Gangs loot UN aid trucks, wreaking further havoc in Gaza during war

Armed gangs in Gaza are hijacking UN aid convoys at gunpoint and looting supplies, forcing relief organizations to suspend deliveries as food prices soar amid growing chaos.

'Palestinian armed actors' seize UNRWA's Jenin health center, agency says

The UNRWA West Bank office stated that it gained knowledge of the ongoing "presence of Palestinian armed actors" in the Health Centre on Tuesday.

Sweden cuts UNRWA funds, directs aid to Gaza via alternative channels

Sweden cuts off UNRWA but pledges 400 million kronor in additional aid to Gaza.

By BEN EDIDIN , JERUSALEM POST STAFF , REUTERS
20/12/2024

Danny Danon calls for UN to designate IRGC as a terrorist organization

Danny Danon addresses UN in Farsi, calls for action against Iran and support for peace.

The credibility of Freedom House: The United Nations has reached its sell-by date

Freedom House has a vast network of skilled people who conduct detailed research into more than 200 countries, as well as territories that are not considered countries.

By NEVILLE BERMAN
18/12/2024

UN pushes for Iran nuclear deal talks, says 'time is of the essence'

This comes amidst IAEA reports that Tehran drastically increased its uranium enrichment capacities.

By REUTERS
18/12/2024

Following severe criticism, Iran defers implementation of hijab bill

The bill imposes strict surveillance to ensure it is enforced and stipulates severe retribution for those violating it.

Amnesty: Serbia used Israeli spyware to hack phones of activists, journalists

In two cases, software provided by Israeli surveillance company Cellebrite DI Ltd CLBT.O was used to unlock phones prior to infection, the report said.

By REUTERS
16/12/2024

Ending EU sanctions on Syria relief premature for now, EU official says

"We need to discuss what more can we do. But as I say, it can't come as a blank cheque," EU's new foreign policy chief said.

By REUTERS
15/12/2024

Assad's 'black box': Senior Syrian official escapes to Beirut under Hezbollah's protection

Ali Mamlouk, born in Damascus in 1949, comes from a family with deep regional roots, and is considered one of the most powerful and enigmatic figures in the Syrian regime.

By MAARIV
14/12/2024
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