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On the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, top officials called for urgent reform and sustained funding as the organization honored over 4,400 personnel lost in the line of duty. While global support remains strong, the UN warned that peacekeeping missions face rising challenges, from safety and discipline to digital modernization—pressing Member States to match tribute with tangible action.

In a stark briefing to the UN Security Council, Special Coordinator Sigrid Kaag warned that the two-state solution is “on life support” and Gaza is sinking into a manmade humanitarian catastrophe. She urged immediate action to halt violence, restore aid access, and launch a credible political process before the window for peace permanently closes. “Let us not be the generation that let the two-State solution disappear,” she said.

Following the April 22 Kashmir attack, Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad rejects Indian allegations, calling for an impartial investigation and international dialogue. In an exclusive interview, he defends Pakistan’s military response under Article 51 of the UN Charter and urges a shift from accusations to diplomacy, with Kashmir at the center of any lasting peace effort.

In today’s fractured world, middle powers are emerging as agile stabilizers in global affairs. As great powers clash, nations like Kazakhstan step up with diplomacy, trust, and strategic relevance. Positioned at the heart of Eurasia and rich in critical resources, Kazakhstan champions pragmatic multilateralism. Its upcoming Astana International Forum signals a bold call for cooperation—by those who build, not dominate, the future.

The UN Security Council expressed deep concern over escalating violence in Tripoli, calling for the protection of civilians and respect for ceasefires. Clashes between rival militias have killed at least 17 people. The Council urged urgent progress toward a permanent ceasefire and reaffirmed support for a Libyan-led political process, even as foreign interference and militia control continue to undermine peace efforts.

At the Arab League Summit in Baghdad, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, condemned both Hamas’ October 7 attacks and Israel’s collective punishment of Palestinians, and warned that the two-state solution is “imperative but more distant than ever.” He urged global support for UNRWA, rejected forced displacement, and stressed regional unity to resolve crises from Yemen to Sudan, Syria, and Libya.

As the UN marks its 80th anniversary, Secretary-General António Guterres unveils the sweeping UN80 Initiative—a bold reform plan aimed at rescuing the organization from political paralysis and bureaucratic overload. With staffing cuts, mandate audits, and structural overhauls on the table, the initiative is a last-ditch effort to restore relevance to a multilateral system at risk of collapse.

In a breakthrough moment for South Asian peace, the U.S. has brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan following intense diplomatic talks. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced both nations have agreed to halt hostilities and begin dialogue at a neutral site—marking a rare step toward stability in the region.

At the Hollywood Museum, Raj Shah received the King Charles III Medal for his global impact and innovation. His microplastic-free fabric, praised by Dr. Vin Gupta as a modern health breakthrough akin to tackling cigarette smoke decades ago, earned him dual honors from the UNA-USA. From fashion to philanthropy, Shah’s legacy is woven with purpose.

Following the April 22 terrorist attack in Indian controlled Kashmir, tensions between India and Pakistan have surged. Pakistan welcomes UN mediation while India insists on bilateral resolution, rejecting international involvement. A missile test by Pakistan has heightened fears of escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors, raising global concern over regional stability and the role of the UN in conflict prevention.