Ban Ki Moon

Report: Israel Won't be in UN Report on Children's Rights

Diplomats claim Israel pressured UN chief to keep it off list of states responsible for violating children's rights in armed conflicts.

UN Push to Blacklist IDF

UN's Children and Armed Conflict group says IDF should be added to blacklist for deaths of Palestinian children during Protective Edge.

UN Chief Deplores Israel's 'Settlement Activity'

Ban Ki-moon says "settlements are illegal under international law", notes "unilateral actions" will not be recognized.

UN Chief to Look for 'Realistic Options' for Israel-PA Peace

Ban Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.

Hamas Welcomes UN's Blaming Israel for Attacks on UNRWA Schools

Hamas spokesman says UN report proves Israeli "war crimes against Palestinian civilians".

UN Blames IDF for Attacks on Hamas Rocket Caches

Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon deplores IDF attacks on 'UN schools' - despite three proven incidents they were being used to store rockets.

Watch: UN Chief Tries Shakshouka on Independence Day

In honor of Independence Day, Israel's UN ambassador treats Secretary-General to a popular Israeli dish.

Ban Ki-Moon Tries Shakshouka for Independence Day

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and Israeli Ambassador Ron Prosor share Israeli egg dish in honor of Israel's 67th Independence Day.

UN Chief Concerned Over Renewed Airstrikes in Yemen

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon voices concern after Saudi-led coalition renews airstrikes on Houthis.

UN Chief Doesn't Support Pope's Comments on Armenian Genocide

Spokesman for Ban Ki-moon says he considers the slaughter of Armenians "atrocity crimes".

Ban in Iraq, Where US and Iran Vie for Influence

UN head meets Iraqi PM, president and FM for talks of an undisclosed nature, as US and Iran try to assert themselves in key Tikrit battle.

Al-Qaeda Conquers Syrian Provincial Capital of Idlib

Syrian affiliate Nusra Front paves way for 'emirate' to rival ISIS's Raqa 'caliphate' headquarters; only second capital to fall.

Ban Calls Netanyahu, Urges Him to Commit to 'Two-State Solution'

UN Secretary-General calls PM Netanyahu, tells him the two-state solution is "the only way forward".

UN Chief Links Palestinian State and Israeli Democracy

UN chief says Israel should negotiate for a Palestinian state, claims this is the "only way for Israel to remain a democratic state".

UN Fumbles as Syria War Hurtles into Year 5

Rights groups accuse world powers of 'failing Syria,' as Ban urges Security Council to rally and do something as bloodbath continues.

UN Calls on Airstrikes to Stop ISIS 'War Crimes' Against History

Ban calls for action after ISIS demolishes ancient cities and artifacts, as Iraqi minister says the US-led coalition must act from the air.

UN Chief Calls on Israel to Resume Transfer of Taxes to PA

UN Secretary-General expresses concern after PLO decides to end security cooperation with Israel.

This Sunday: Ban Ki Moon at Chabad, J'lem Synagogue Marks 120

UN Chief will address 1,500 youths, as bustling synagogue built from Western Wall stones and Shiloach water celebrates historic day.

Ayala's Classmates to UN: Where's the Condemnation?

Classmates of 11-year-old firebomb victim write to UN chief, ask for condemnation of attack.

UN Chief Condemns 'Appalling' ISIS Killing of Jordanian Pilot

UN Secretary-General says ISIS is "a terrorist organization with no regard for human life".

Netanyahu: The World Has Yet to Blame Iran for Lebanon Attack

PM Netanyahu speaks with UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, notes there has been no condemnation of Iran for last week’s attacks.

Rivlin Urges UN Chief to Act Firmly Against Anti-Semitism

President Rivlin meets UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon ahead of UN session for Holocaust Remembrance Day.

UN Says 'Palestine' Will Join ICC on April 1

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the Palestinian Authority will join the International Criminal Court on April 1.

UN Chief: More Countries Will Recognize 'Palestine'

Ban Ki-moon calls on Israel and PA to resume peace talks, predicts the “momentum” of countries recognizing “Palestine” will grow.

UN Chief: Israel, Palestinians 'Standing at the Precipice'

Ban Ki-moon calls on Israel, PA to return to negotiations 'before it's too late'; Europeans not bothering to wait to declare 'Palestine.'

UN Chief Urges 'Flexibility' in Iran Nuclear Talks

UN Secretary-General urges all parties in nuclear talks between Iran and world powers to show flexibility in order to resolve the dispute.

UN Chief Calls for 'Difficult Decisions' Following Attack

Ban Ki-moon condemns Har Nof terrorist attack, says leaders on both sides should make the difficult decisions that will promote stability.

UN Chief Urges 'Dialogue' as Violence Continues

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urges Israelis and Palestinians to reduce the simmering hostilities.

UN Launches Inquiry into 'Israeli Strikes on Gaza Shelters'

UN head Ban Ki-moon announces commission of inquiry to investigate alleged Israeli strikes on Gaza schools during Operation Protective Edge.

UN Commends Israel for Fighting Ebola Outbreak

In rare nod, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon lauds Jewish state's efforts to send experts to Africa, says he can 'count on' Israel.

UN Chief to Investigate Attacks on UN Facilities in Gaza

Ban Ki-moon announces investigation into attacks on UN's Gaza facilities and the use of UN sites to store weapons.

Hamas-sponsor Qatar Eyeing UN Control

Qatari Emir puts former PM in running for replacement of Ban Ki-Moon in 2016, as lead terror sponsor state aims to take over the UN.

UN Head Says Israel, Palestinians Must End 'Unilateral Actions'

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says 'tough compromises' need to be made, insists 'two-state solution' the only way forward.

Ya'alon: No Gaza Rehabilitation if Hamas Rebuilds Tunnels

Meeting with UN chief, Defense Minister makes clear that Israel will stop Gaza's rehabilitation process if Hamas keeps building tunnels.

At UNHQ, Min. Ya’alon Begins ‘Real’ Gaza War

Analysis: Defense Minister will have to describe to Ban Ki-moon the war crimes Hamas committed, and defend Israel against false claims.

Ebola and Islamic State Require the Same Prescription

UN Chief Tours Hamas Terror Tunnel, Calls for Peace Talks

While saying he was 'shocked' by tunnels, Ban calls for talks leading to 'harmony' with terror group that has restarted tunnel digging.

Ban Says Gaza Ruin 'Beyond Description'

UN Secretary General expresses shock at destruction in Gaza, in yet another PR move supporting Hamas.

ADL Decries UN Chief's 'Stunning' Bias

Ban’s 'failure to publicly call on Palestinians to reject violence conveys to Hamas there are no consequences for its murderous terrorism.'

Livni to Ban: Oppose Abbas's Unilateral Moves

Justice Minister tells UN chief that backing PA's moves at the UN sends a message that negotiations can be bypassed.

Rivlin to Ban: Israel's Security First

Israeli President defends Israel's right to self-defense to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, says onus is on Palestinians to disarm.

Netanyahu Slams Ban Ki-Moon's 'Occupation' Remarks

PM fires at UN's muddling of basic facts regarding Gaza. 'There is no occupation of Gaza, because we withdrew,' he explains.

Netanyahu Cries 'Status Quo' on Temple Mount

PM blames 'Palestinian extremists' for constant Muslim rioting at Judaism's holiest site - but vows to keep 'status quo' despite terror.

UN Chief Slams 'Settlement Building' Despite Freeze

UN chief visiting Ramallah criticizes 'provocations' at Temple Mount, hitting out at Israeli police - not Arab rioters.

UN Chief Says 'Occupation' is to Blame for Gaza War

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Gaza hostilities were caused by a "restrictive occupation that has lasted almost half a century".

Ban Ki Moon to Visit Gaza Tuesday; Qatar Donates $1 Billion

Mega-conference on 'rebuilding Gaza' hailed as victory by Hamas as int'l aid money pours in; FM: no rebuilding without Israel's consent.

Netanyahu to UN Chief: Hamas is Committing a Double War Crime

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, says UN is biased against Israel while protecting Hamas.

UN Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting on Ebola Crisis

Over 2,400 killed by lethal virus, as UN seeks international response; US ambassador says response so far insufficient.

UN Chief Welcomes Release of Fijian Peacekeepers

Ban Ki-moon welcomes the release of 45 UN peacekeepers who were kidnapped by the Al-Nusra Front.

UN to Investigate Israeli Strikes on Gaza Schools

Ban Ki-Moon tells Arab paper he will 'put on trial' those who struck schools - despite their rampant use as terror sites and weapons caches.

Mother of Murdered 4-year-old Says Hamas Must Go

Gila Tragerman slams UN for letting terrorists act from their facilities, still no response on letter to Ban Ki-Moon on Hamas war crimes.

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Little Daniel's Mother Asks Ban Ki Moon: Why Are You Silent?

Gila Tragerman, mother of murdered four year-old Daniel, pens a poignant letter to the man who wants Israel's 'war crimes' investigated.

UN Chief 'Alarmed' by Israel's State Land Designation

UN Secretary General fears Israel’s decision to declare 988 acres of land in Judea as state land will lead to "settlement activity".

UN Chief Condemns Kidnapping of Peacekeepers in Golan

Ban Ki-moon calls for the immediate release of 43 peacekeepers who were kidnapped by Syrian rebels.

UN Chief Hopes Ceasefire will Lead to Peace Agreement

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon voices hope that Gaza ceasefire will set the stage for talks on a final Israeli-PA peace deal.

Double Standard? Syria Death Toll 100 Times Higher Than Gaza

Outgoing UN rights chief slams her org. for 'paralysis' on Syria as death toll edges towards 200,000; Ban warns UN losing credibility.

UN Chief Condemns Breach of Gaza Ceasefire

Ban Ki-moon says he is "gravely disappointed" by the resumption of hostilities in the region, calls for permanent ceasefire.

From Israel's Press: Conversations with a Blasé Israel

UN Chief Welcomes Ceasefire, Urges Long-Term Truce

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urges Israel and Hamas to "avoid any steps which would lead to a return to violence."

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Attacks, Calls for Ceasefire

UN chief Ban Ki-moon expresses "deep disappointment" over the failure to extend the 72-hour truce, says it is "absolutely essential".