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Delegates sit to attend the UN Climate Ambition Summit

It’s Not Too Late to Galvanize Action on Climate-Affected Mobility

The impact of climate change on mobility cannot be ignored, and should be at the forefront of the negotiations and decisions at COP28.
Water falls from a spout into a white bucket.

War on Water Prolongs Misery in Gaza

Israeli leaders must abide by the rules of international law that guide armed conflict and provide water access to civilians in Gaza.
Members of the Washington DC Ethiopian community demonstrate and hold poster signs

Ethiopia’s Atrocity Victims Broaden UN Appeal After Human Rights Council’s Failure

It is crucial that UN member States take responsibility to address the situation in Ethiopia as the risk of genocide grows.
A video is displayed during the opening session of the second Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit

Gender Equality at the 78th UN General Assembly: Progress Made and Challenges Ahead

The 78th UN General Assembly demonstrated challenges in finding global consensus on gender equality goals.
Ukrainian servicemen walk near a village

Поступки щодо територій, правопорядку та світового миру: доля міжнародного права спочиває на кордонах України

Будь-які форми територіальних поступок за нинішніх умов були б юридично недійсними та суперечили…
Ukrainian servicemen walk near a village

Compromises on Territory, Legal Order, and World Peace: The Fate of International Law Lies on Ukraine’s Borders

Any form of territorial concessions in the present environment would be legally void and contrary to duties imposed on states.

Why the Crimes Against Humanity Treaty Should Codify Gender Apartheid

The draft Crimes against Humanity treaty has the opportunity to recognize gender-based oppression for what it is: a type of apartheid.
Colorful banners in front of the Sustainable Development Goals logo.

Energy Security at the UN High-Level Week: More Heat Than Light

From an energy perspective, UNGA78 highlighted the mismatches between the nature of shared problems and the institutions to address them.
Girls in pink, black, and brown scarves read at desks piled with books.

The U.N. Human Rights Council and the ICC Can Do More for Afghanistan

The United Nations Human Rights Council should create an independent investigative mechanism for Afghanistan.
Members of Eritrea's armed forces march past a reviewing stand

UN Human Rights Council Should Extend Investigation Commission on Ethiopia

Only a neutral body like the ICHREE can conduct a comprehensive investigation into the atrocities in Tigray and other conflicts in Ethiopia. Ending its mandate risks complicity…
UN Secretary General speaks in front of the General Assembly

True-Believers and Nay-Sayers: This Year’s UNGA Had Something for Everyone

The 78th U.N. General Assembly eased, rather than resolved, some of the host of tensions and challenges facing the United Nations.
The UN General Assembly hall is shown with diplomats sitting and listening to speeches from world leaders.

UNGA 78 High-Level Week: Ups, Downs, and the Outlook Ahead

Five takeaways, including major themes and dynamics, notable points of tension, and ideas on the way forward from this year's UN meetings.
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