October 7 marks a year of Israel’s invasion of the Gaza Strip, which has resulted in the deaths of at least 41,800 people – 56% of which were women and children, and displacement of more than 2.1 million. The UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has called on world leaders to bring...

Secretary-General António Guterres is extremely concerned with the escalation of the conflict in Lebanon. He appeals for an immediate ceasefire. An all-out war must be avoided in Lebanon at all costs, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Lebanon must be respected. The Secretary-General spoke earlier this morning to Prime Minister Najib Mikati of Lebanon....

World Habitat Day:This day is recognized by the United Nations to reflect on the state of human settlements and the basic right to adequate shelter. World Cotton Day This day is observed to raise awareness about the cotton industry and its impact on the global economy