Iraq elected to join UN Human Rights Council

"Iraq will work during its membership in the Council to promote constructive dialogue, activate multilateral cooperation, and present initiatives focused on respecting human dignity," Iraqi Ambassador to the UN Lukman al-Faily said.

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Iran says ready to face new UN sanctions

"The government has prepared itself for any situation," Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said, seeking to quiet Iranian fears of economic downturn in light of UN sanctions being imposed on Tehran.

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UN sanctions against Iran take effect as diplomacy falters

The sanctions will introduce a global ban on working with companies and individuals accused of cooperating with Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, and come after Britain, France, and Germany triggered the “snapback” process.

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Iraq, UN urge countries to repatriate nationals from Syria's al-Hol camp

Over the years, Iraq has repatriated 4,915 families, comprising 18,880 individuals from al-Hol camp, of which 3,407 families, comprising 12,557 individuals, have been returned to their original places of residence, according to President Abdul Latif Rashid.

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UN investigation finds Israel committed genocide in Gaza

“The Commission therefore finds that the Israeli authorities intended to kill as many Palestinians as possible through its military operations in Gaza since 7 October 2023,” the report read.

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UN urges swift formation of KRG cabinet, resolving Erbil-Baghdad issues through dialogue

UN ambassadors urged the swift formation of the next KRG cabinet and called for constructive dialogue between Erbil and Baghdad amid funding disputes

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UN envoy warns Gaza, Lebanon war could spread to Syria; urges immediate regional de-escalation

UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen warned the UN Security Council of the potential for the ongoing war in Gaza and Lebanon to spill over into Syria, exacerbating the already dire situation.

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UN peacekeepers say blocked by Israeli military south Lebanon, seeking response over ‘shocking violations'

The United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said Israeli tanks on Sunday entered one of their positions on the Lebanese side of the border, before leaving the site 45 minutes later

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UN warns Middle East ‘on the brink of catastrophe’ after Lebanon device blasts

The United Nations Security Council held an emergency session over the recent attacks involving communication devices in Lebanon that have killed dozens and injured hundreds more.

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