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Play creates powerful learning opportunities that help promote intellectual, social, emotional and physical development. On Thursday’s International Day of Play and always, we must ensure every child has the opportunity to play, learn and thrive. un.org/en/observances…
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Despite the ceasefire announced 8 months ago, Gaza still faces profound uncertainty & immense human suffering. It’s time to get serious about the only credible way forward: An end to the occupation & a two-State solution, where two independent, sovereign, democratic States – - United Nations reposted
Lebanon has suffered more than $365 million in damage to buildings across Beirut and Mount Lebanon since the latest escalation, @UNDP warned, as fresh strikes in Tyre underscored the fragility of a ceasefire that has failed to stop the fighting. - “Dialogue is our best and only hope for peace.” From the Middle East to Ukraine, Sudan and beyond, @antonioguterres urges the pursuit of dialogue to help resolve conflict. un.org/sg/en/content/…
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#SouthSudan’s hunger crisis is worsening. Conflict, floods and violence are pushing millions to the edge. Nyatut fled her home to survive. Today, she’s doing everything she can to rebuild her life. ⤵️
00:00 - United Nations repostedThe Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities has now been ratified by 192 countries and one regional organization. @antonioguterres urges governments to empower persons with disabilities as full partners in policymaking and decision-making.
00:00 - Persons with disabilities continue facing barriers & discrimination in daily life. This week’s UN Conference on Disabilities aims to advance a world where persons with disabilities can fully exercise their rights & participate equally in society. news.un.org/en/story/2026/… #COSP19
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"No commercial justification for risking seafarers' lives." The Strait of Hormuz remains highly volatile, with no safe passage currently available. Read the latest statement from @IMOSecGen on the situation in the #StraitOfHormuz. tinyurl.com/ms8938fb
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.@UNESCO is on the ground in Lebanon — supporting 1.6M students, strengthening protection of heritage sites, and combating misinformation through awareness campaigns. Because Lebanon is in crisis. 500,000 children out of school. Heritage sites damaged. Journalists killed.
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An expanding Ebola outbreak in #DRC is unfolding amid escalating violence and mass displacement in the east. Insecurity is hampering disease surveillance, contact tracing and case management – increasing the risk of further spread. Read today's top news: bit.ly/3Q7bdSC
- “When we listen, talk and connect, we replace confrontation with cooperation, and tension with trust.” – On Wednesday’s International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations, @antonioguterres reflects on the power of dialogue to address global challenges. un.org/en/observances…
- United Nations repostedThe Ebola outbreak in #DRCongo has quickly spread from four to 25 health zones. @WFP_UNHAS is supporting the response: ✈️ 90+ flights so far 👥 680+ frontline responders transported 📦 ~10 metric tons of critical supplies delivered This frontline support is essential to contain
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