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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.
Stop erosion of democracy, UN urges govts
UN rights experts, speaking ahead of the International Day of Democracy, deplores the increasing erosion of democracy as a result of repressive policies in some countries but also by virtue of the increasing influence of vested interests at the expense of the public will.
Nearly 8,000 killed in Ukraine conflict: UN
Nearly 8,000 people -- including civilians, soldiers and militia members are killed since the outbreak of the conflict in Ukraine, the United Nations human rights office (OHCHR) says.
Migrant crisis: Activist convoy drives to Hungary
A convoy of cars driven by German and Austrian activists crosses into Hungary to pick up migrants and help them reach western Europe.
Migrant crisis: EU 'must accept 200,000 refugees', UN says
EU nations must accept up to 200,000 refugees as part of a "common strategy" to replace their "piecemeal" approach to the migrant crisis, the UN says.
IS militants destroy ancient tombs in Syria
Islamic State militants destroyed three ancient tower tombs in the central city of Palmyra in the last few days, a Syrian government official says.
Migrant deaths: UN warns of 'crisis of solidarity'
The UN says "much more is required" to prevent the deaths of migrants fleeing to Europe after hundreds were reported dead in recent days.
UN special rapporteur due Aug 31
United Nations Special Rapporteur Heiner Bielefeldt will visit Bangladesh from August 31 to September 9 to assess the state of freedom of religion or belief in the country.
A Time for Global Citizenship
Bangladesh is one of the most disaster prone countries in the world, and has not only experienced several catastrophes in its young history, but is persistently hit by seasonal disasters.
UN chief, EU condemn Niloy killing
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and European Union delegation to Bangladesh condemn the killing of Bangladeshi blogger Niladri Chattopadhyay Niloy.
Unicef condemns violence on children
The UN body on children condemns violence against children and lauds media efforts in bringing such incidents to light.