Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the recent bombing in Beirut, calling for Israel to be held accountable for its actions. He expressed deep concern over the escalating violence, underscoring the importance of justice and accountability in maintaining international peace and security. His remarks came during the Security Council’s ‘Leadership for Peace’ debate. Addressing the...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the recent bombing in Beirut, calling for Israel to be held accountable for its actions. He expressed deep concern over the escalating violence, underscoring the importance of justice and accountability in maintaining international peace and security. His remarks came during the Security Council’s ‘Leadership for Peace’ debate. Addressing the...
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday said that a federal constitutional court was “a necessity to end provincial disparities”, among other things. The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) was part of a broader set of legislation, which the government wanted to introduce under the controversial ‘Constitutional Package’.
Secretary-General had a clear message for leaders today: Let’s move our world towards less impunity and more accountability …. less inequality and more justice … less uncertainty and more opportunity. The people of the world are looking to us – and succeeding generations will look back on us. António Guterres’ full remarks this morning at...
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has reportedly called off its sit-in protest in Gwadar district following successful negotiations with the government. The agreement, reached on Thursday night, led to the restoration of internet services in the region and promises of significant concessions from the authorities.
The International Criminal Court (ICC), established in 2002 and based in The Hague, prosecutes individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and aggression. Recently, the ICC requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and three Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza. Trying the Gravest Crimes:The ICC...
In Small Island Developing States, such as those vulnerable to the impacts of climate change like rising sea levels, heavy rains causing flooding, and frequent hurricanes, many young people are taking action for urgent changes. They’re leading strikes, protests, and demonstrations globally, gaining skills to find solutions.In Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, UN News...
During a press briefing in New York, Mr. Guterres urged the Israeli government and Hamas leadership to reach an agreement for the sake of the people in Gaza and the hostages and their families in Israel. He expressed concern that without an agreement, the situation would deteriorate further. Recent airstrikes on Rafah, where over 1.2...
Addressing a commemorative gathering to observe the International Day of Remembrance of The Victims of Slavery and The Transatlantic Slave Trade, Assembly President Dennis Francis underscored the agonizing voyages endured by millions during the middle passage, highlighting the stripping away of their identities and dignity.He expressed disbelief at how the enslaved were cruelly treated as...
The global teacher shortage alert was raised during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, by the International Task Force on Teachers for Education, where the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel on the Teaching Profession introduced a new set of recommendations to ensure future learning opportunities for everyone.Emphasizing the importance of quality education for evolving into ‘learning...
