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Danon to UN:

'Silence in face of murder is not impartiality, but abandonment'

Israeli Amb. to the UN tells the Security Council: 'If you truly care about Gaza’s children, stop sabotaging the only program that reaches them.'

Danon

'The UN should stop standing in the way of Gaza aid'

Israeli Amb. to the UN accuses UN officials of engaging in misinformation campaign against the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and seeking to sabotage the successful aid program.

UN chief:

US-backed Gaza aid operation 'killing people'

UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation as "inherently unsafe" and "killing people." Israel's Foreign Ministry blasts Guterres' remarks, says UN is "aligning with Hamas" by opposing GHF efforts and blaming Israel for UN failures and Hamas's actions.

'Verge of nuclear disaster'

Russia claims US strikes on Iran opened 'Pandora's Box'

At an emergency UN meeting, Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia claimed that the American airstrikes against Iranian nuclear facilities would have disastrous consequences.

Iran's neighbors fear retaliation

Following the US strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, nations across the Middle East and beyond voice alarm over potential retaliation and escalating tensions. Global leaders call to renew diplomatic efforts.

UN Security Council to assemble following US strikes on Iran

The discussion is being held at the initiative of several countries, including Russia and China, who are promoting a draft resolution condemning the US and Israel.

UN chief:

'Gravely alarmed by US use of force against Iran'

UN Secretary-General Guterres denounces US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and "direct threat to international peace." This criticism follows his past condemnation of Israeli counterterrorism operations.

Human Rights Expert:

'UN Commission of Inquiry seeks destruction of Jewish State'

After UN Human Rights Council COI accuses Israel of extermination, defends anti-Jewish discrimination on Temple Mount, Touro Institute on Human Rights Prof. Anne Bayefsky tells Arutz Sheva the COI is attacking biblical history.

Danon to UN:

'Support Israel’s fight against Iran’s nuclear and terror threat'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN urges UN Secretary-General and Security Council to support Israel’s Operation Rising Lion targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure.

Danon after aid worker killings:

'If you refuse to condemn Hamas, you commend them'

Israeli Amb. to the UN chides organization for pushing a 1-sided ceasefire resolution in the General Assembly while failing to condemn Hamas for murdering Gazan humanitarian aid workers.

Trump admin warns world:

Skip Palestinian state summit or face consequences

Washington issues warning as European nations, led by France, move toward recognition of a Palestinian state.

Spain to push anti-Israel resolution at UN

Spain set to advance a contentious anti-Israel resolution at an emergency UN General Assembly session. Co-authored with the Palestinian Authority, the draft demands a ceasefire and hostage release, while controversially backing UNRWA despite its Hamas ties.

Lebanese PM condemns

UN peacekeepers targeted in south Lebanon

UNIFIL says its peacekeepers were attacked by rocks and a Finnish soldier was slapped in south Lebanon. PM Salam condemns "repeated attacks," demands accountability.

Report:

France, UK walk back Palestinian state recognition

France and the UK reportedly postpone plans to recognize a Palestinian state at an upcoming UN conference.

Ambassador Danny Danon:

'We will recruit the US against a Palestinian state'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, tells Arutz Sheva about his push to ensure the USA vetoes France's attempt to recognize a Palestinian state.

UN condemns Houthi detention of dozens of aid workers

UN marks one year since Houthi rebel crackdown on humanitarian personnel, urges immediate accountability and compassion during Eid al-Adha.

Israel:

Guterres silent on Hamas attacks, demands probe into UN bias

Jerusalem slams UN chief for omitting Hamas role in Gaza aid disruption, calls statement 'a disgrace'.

UN claims delisting of groups ties to US Gaza aid was an 'error'

UN acknlowledges removal of NGOs that participate in the efforts of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation after Israel's UN ambassador accuses UN of 'mafia-like' behavior.

US Envoy to UN:

Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Acting US Alternate Representative John Kelley criticizes antisemitism, denounces Hamas, and outlines US support for aid mechanisms that bypass terrorist groups

Danon accuses UN of 'shakedown' of NGOs involved in Gaza aid

Israeli UN Ambassador accuses UN of 'mafia-like' conduct against NGOs that participate in the new intitiative by Israel and the US to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Israel accuses UN of refusing to collect, distribute aid for Gaza

COGAT publishes photograph of aid trucks waiting at the Kerem Shalom Crossing for the UN to use them to distribute aid in Gaza. 'The UN still refuses to do its job.'

US Ambassador:

'Israel has the right to defend itself against Houthi terror'

US Ambassador to the UN Dorothy Shea condemns Houthi terrorists, affirms US support for Israel's right to respond to Houthi missile attacks.

Erdan warns:

Dictatorships laugh while Israel is targeted by UN institutions

Fmr. Amb. Gilad Erdan accused the UN of enabling dictatorships and warned that President Trump is making ‘serious mistakes’ by negotiating with Iran and accepting gifts from terror-supporting states.

Hostage’s mother:

'The UN chose terror over Israeli lives'

At the Jerusalem Conference in New York, Ayelet Samerano, mother of hostage Yonatan Samerano who was kidnapped by an UNRWA worker, delivers an emotional plea for the return of her son and 57 other hostages. “The people of Israel live—and we will not stop until all our loved ones return.”

Gaza aid impasse:

UN declines role in US-led humanitarian effort

UN says it will not participate in a new US-backed Gaza aid operation, citing concerns over impartiality and independence.

Hostage's father to UN:

'We're here with a message in the name of the deceased'

Ruby Chen, father of hostage Itay Chen, addresses the United Nations Security Council and says the UN cannot declare an end to the war in Gaza if all of the hostages are not returned.

UN obstructed US investigation into UNRWA ties to Hamas

USAID report states that the UN Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) redacted the names of UNRWA employees under investigation for ties to Hamas, rendering the documents it provided for the American probe "unusable."

Spanish Prime Minister to push UN resolution on Gaza

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces plans to present a resolution to the UN General Assembly urging urgent measures to “stop the killing of civilians in Gaza” and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid.

UN chief:

'Israeli strike in Syria a violation of sovereignty'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns an Israeli air strike near the presidential palace in Damascus, says Israel must respect Syrian sovereignty.

President Trump nominates Mike Waltz as US Ambassador to UN

Trump nominates Mike Waltz to be replaced as national security adviser; to be appointed as US Ambassador to United Nations.

Republicans propose cut to UN funding over anti-Israel actions

Republican senators introduce "Stand with Israel" act that would strip US funding from United Nations agencies found to be discriminating against Israel.

Prime Minister meets delegation of Ambassadors to the UN

The ambassadors, who represent countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, heard from the Prime Minister at length about various issues.

Syrian FM urges UN to pressure Israel to withdraw

Syria’s Foreign Minister calls on the UN Security Council to press Israel to pull back from Syrian territory, following the ouster of former President Bashar Al-Assad.

Danny Danon:

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Israel's Ambassador to UN Danny Danon says that once you go into Auschwitz you walk out a different person: 'we are lucky that there are still survivors who can share what happened here.'

UN appoints UK envoy to review UNRWA

UN Secretary-General António Guterres tasks veteran diplomat Ian Martin with leading a strategic review of UNRWA’s operations.

US slams UN rapporteur Albanese, citing her anti-Israel bias

US Mission to the UN reaffirms its strong opposition to Francesca Albanese's role as UN Special Rapporteur, citing antisemitic rhetoric and anti-Israel bias. Despite objections, the UNHRC recently extended her mandate.

UN chief rejects Israeli proposal for Gaza aid oversight

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres firmly rejects Israeli plan to oversee humanitarian aid entering Gaza, warning it could severely limit supplies. While Israel insists the system would prevent Hamas from misusing aid, Guterres emphasizes adherence to humanitarian principles and calls for unrestricted access to those in need.

UN extends mandate of anti-Israel rapporteur Francesca Albanese

UN Human Rights Council extends Francesca Albanese’s mandate as special rapporteur on “Palestinian territories”, despite widespread condemnation from Israel and others over bias, controversial remarks, and conflicts of interest.

UNHCR passes resolution denying Israel's right to self-defense

UN Human Rights Council passes another resolution condemning Israel without mentioning Hamas, claiming the part of the UN charter that establishes a nation's right to self-defense does not apply to Israel.

Sa'ar to UN Peace coordinator:

'PA must stop payments to terrorists'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar told Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Sigrid Kaag that the PA's current patterns of action do not allow for trust in it.

US lawmakers warn UN against new anti-Israel probe

House Foreign Affairs Chair Brian Mast and Senate Foreign Relations Chair Jim Risch warn UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres against creating a new investigatory body targeting Israel.

Iran complains to UN:

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

Trump floats David Friedman as UN ambassador

Trump says former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman is among some 30 names he is considering for the UN envoy post after withdrawing Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination.

Ambassador Danon: Stefanik a ‘true ally’ of Israel

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN comments on White House’s decision to withdraw the nomination of Elise Stefanik as US Ambassador to the UN: "I am confident that she will continue to stand by our side".

WH withdraws nomination of Elise Stefanik as UN Amb.

The nomination of Rep. Stefanik, known for her stands against campus antisemitism, was withdrawn to preserve the GOP House majority.

UN worker injured in Gaza has Nazi tattoos

UN employee injured in Gaza and hospitalized in Israel bears neo-Nazi tattoos on his body - including a tattoo of an SS officer and a Nazi slogan.

Eli Sharabi:

'Where was the Red Cross when we needed them? Where was the UN?'

Eli Sharabi testified before the UN Security Council about his time in Hamas captivity and revealed: 'I saw Hamas terrorists carrying boxes with the UN and UNRWA emblems on them into the tunnel.'

Moving video:

Crowd of supporters welcomes Eli Sharabi to the UN

The survivor of Hamas captivity arrived at the UN ahead of a meeting with the security council and was greeted by supporters chanting 'You are not alone.'

Israel fires back at UN chief:

‘We are outraged you’re Secretary-General’

Israel’s Foreign Ministry fires back at UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres who condemned Israel's latest strikes in the Gaza Strip: We are outraged by your moral bankruptcy.

UN chief ‘outraged’ by Israeli strikes, calls for ceasefire

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres continues his criticism of Israel, after it launched strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza: I strongly appeal for the ceasefire to be respected.

UN official:

‘Not a shred of evidence’ hostages held in UN facilities

UN humanitarian aid official Tom Fletcher dismisses freed hostage Emily Damari's account that she was held in an UNRWA facility: Hamas may have used the facility but the UN had no control over it at the time.

Trump Admin. tells UN agencies to disclose anti-US ties

UN humanitarian organizations that receive US funding receive questionnaires calling on them to disclose any ties to anti-American organizations or ideologies such as communism.

Human Rights Expert:

'Since day 1, UN inquisitors blamed the victims of Hamas'

Professor Anne Bayefsky, the Director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights and the Holocaust and President of the Human Rights Voices organization, tells Arutz Sheva controversial UN report accusing Israel of sexual violence and genocide was made by 3 officials with longstanding anti-Israel bias.

Amb. Danon:

'UN blaming Israel after October 7 is not acceptable'

Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon condemns 'antisemitic' UN report accusing Israel of sexual violence and genocide in Gaza while the Human Rights Council ignores the real rapes committed on 10/7.

'Blood libel'

UN continues to make accusations against Israel

A new UN report accuses Israel of war crimes including 'destroying in part the reproductive capacity of the Palestinians in Gaza.'

Minister May Golan to UN:

'From the river to the sea – Jewish women will be free'

'Israel will not rely on your promises to protect women and girls, we’ll shield our own against the monsters you choose to ignore or excuse,' May Golan Minister for Women's Empowerment to UN says.

Human Rights Council:

UN Special Rapporteur report presents hostage-taking as torture

Dr. Alice Jill Edwards, UN Special Rapporteur on Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, presented her report to the Human Rights Council in which she highlighted the Hamas war crimes, hostage-taking, and sexual violence.

Hostages' families meet with UNHRC

Idit Ohel told the UN Human Rights Council how her son Alon is chained in a dark tunnel, starved, beaten, and at risk of losing his sight.

UN:

Hostage families to be recognized as victims of Hamas terrorism

UN special envoy to present report recognizing Hamas' psychological terrorism against hostage families as violation of international laws of war.

UN chief urges Israel to allow aid into Gaza without delay

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres again criticizes Israel, this time over its decision to halt the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip: Humanitarian aid is not negotiable.