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UN warns of 'unacceptable' level of violence against aid workers
And it warned that the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza is potentially fueling even higher numbers of such deaths this year.
Can nothing stop Netanyahu’s genocidal mission?
Israel must agree to a ceasefire immediately
Reject all forms of violence, UN urges Bangladesh
The UN has called on all parties in Bangladesh to reject all forms of violence and to ensure that human rights and the rule of law are fully respected
Let's fix the UN, before it is too late
The UN system demonstrates serious inadequacies.
Driving sustainable and inclusive growth for everyone
Turning potential into reality calls for decisive policy action to foster an enabling environment and to take the necessary steps forward, underpinned by greater commitment, collaboration, and regional cooperation.
Caught in the politics of aid, Syria is suffering
Death toll in Syria currently stands over 5,800 (as of 3:30 pm Bangladesh time, February 15). With every passing hour, chances of finding survivors are becoming slimmer.
The Dreamer and Doer
One of his finest strengths was his ability to communicate at all levels. He could comfortably address a roomful of diplomats, academics and policymakers, and not miss a beat when speaking to them about his dreams. He could mix with ordinary people from all walks of life, speak in their local dialects, and relate to their problems just as easily.
Why hasn’t the UN recognised the 1971 Bangladesh Genocide yet?
UN recognition of the 1971 East Pakistan genocide is not only important for the global body to regain its credibility and effectiveness, but also to expose a military institution which is seen as of strategic value to the West.
21 lakh people in Bangladesh practise open defecation: BBS
Over 21 lakh people in Bangladesh engage in open defecation in the absence of public toilets, raising the risk of health hazards via the transmission of a wide range of diseases, says a Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics report.
China pledges $2bn for developing world
Chinese President Xi Jinping pledges to establish a $2bn (£1.3bn) fund to assist developing countries and to significantly increase investment.
Iran denounces Saudi Arabia over hajj, demands apology
Iran demands an apology from Saudi Arabia over the deaths of 769 people at the hajj pilgrimage, accusing its rival of seeking to evade blame.
Hasina receives ‘ICT Sustainable Development Award’
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has received "ICT Sustainable Development Award" from the International Telecommunication Union.
World leaders adopt expansive UN goals to tackle global woes
World leaders on Friday adopted the most sweeping agenda ever of global goals to combat poverty, inequality and climate change, described by the United Nations secretary-general as "a to-do list for people and planet."
Pope arrives at UN to give major speech
Pope Francis begins a closely watched visit to the United Nations, where he will deliver a wide-ranging speech at the start of a full day in the Big Apple ending with a mass at Madison Square Garden.
World leaders set to adopt UN goals
Leaders from nearly 200 nations are set to adopt a sweeping plank of global goals to combat poverty, inequality and climate change in the broadest and most comprehensive effort ever by the United Nations to tackle the world's ills.
PM flies to USA to attend 70th UNGA
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left Dhaka for New York on an eight-day official visit to the United States to attend the 70th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Clashes rock Jerusalem mosque compound for third day (video)
Palestinians clashed with Israeli security forces at Jerusalem's flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque compound for a third straight day on Tuesday.
Civil society as the key to development
A strong civil society is simultaneously a precondition and outcome of a functioning and stable democracy. The United Nations recognises that development and democracy function best when civil society is permitted to flourish unhindered.
Sheikh Hasina bestowed with UN’s Champions of the Earth Award
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina won the ‘Champions of the Earth’ award of United Nations.