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Iran Claims UN Rapporteur is a 'Mossad Spy'

Iranian lawmaker claims that the United Nations’ Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran is "an agent for the Zionist regime."

Peace Now Accused of Legitimizing 'Murderers and Rapists'

Far-left NGO slammed for taking part in anti-Israel parlay sponsored by some of the world's worst human rights violators.

PA Threatens UN Moves Next Week

If Israel doesn't release last batch of terrorists this week, PA threatens to violate peace talk terms and make unilateral moves.

UN Blames Israel for Problems in Judea, Samaria and Gaza

UN's Human Rights High Commissioner says that "settlements" and "attacks by settlers" are a "major source" of trouble in the region.

UN's Falk Accuses Israel of Ethnic Cleansing

Richard Falk, the UN’s “human rights expert”, accuses Israel of a campaign of ethnic cleansing and apartheid policies against Arabs.

U.S., Britain Call to Investigate Iranian Weapons Ship

The United States and Britain called for a UN investigation of Israel's interception of the Klos C weapons ship.

Is the Saudi King Holding His Daughters Against Their Will?

UN receives complaints about Saudi princesses being held against their will, but it could be a while before anything is done.

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire, Urges 'Restraint'

UN Secretary-General condemns the rocket attacks from Gaza, then urges all sides "to exercise maximum restraint."

Rouhani Not Living Up to His Promises, Says UN Chief

UN Secretary-General says that Iran's President has failed to fulfill his promises to allow greater freedom of expression.

EU-Funded Arab News Source Posts Its 'Protocols'

Judea and Samaria-based Ma'an News Agency caught regurgitating Russian forgery; network funded by EU and UN.

PA Complains to UN Over Temple Mount

PA’s observer in the UN calls on the UN Security Council to prevent Israel’s “illegal activities” at the Temple Mount.

UN: Syria War 'Shameful Indictment' of World

UN's Ban condemns global inaction, as new US human rights report notes Syria as world's leading offender.

Lebanon to Complain to UN Over Israeli Airstrikes

Lebanon’s Foreign Minister asks the country’s UN envoy to file a complaint against Israel over two airstrikes that targeted Hezbollah.

Syrian Refugees May Pass Afghan Refugees, Says UN

Syrians could soon overtake Afghans as the world's biggest refugee population, predicts UN's refugee commissioner.

New Video Reveals 'The Truth About the UN'

Former Ambassador to US Danny Ayalon appears in new video explaining why the UN disproportionately targets Israel.

Israel Guilty of 'Apartheid', Says Falk in Final Report

In his final report to the UN, “human rights expert” Richard Falk accuses Israel of a "systematic oppression of the Palestinian people".

Report: Against UN Deal, Iran Arming Iraq

UN allegedly aware of the arms sale, but have not taken action yet; concerns of escalation in sectarian tensions across the Middle East.

UN Security Council Adopts Resolution on Syria

Resolution demands that humanitarian aid convoys be allowed into famine-stricken cities throughout Syria. But will it be effective?

Israel's UN Envoy: Lift the Mask Off Iran

The Iranian regime smiles when it meets with the West, but is in fact a murderous and cruel regime, says ambassador Ron Prosor.

Israel to Chair Elections for UN Human Rights Committee

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations unanimously nominated to chair the elections for the UN Human Rights Committee.

UN's Falk Accuses Israel of 'Inhuman Acts'

In his final report before stepping down as a human rights expert, Richard Falk calls on the UN to back a “legitimacy war” against Israel.

Horrific Accounts of Hunger as Homs Evacuation Ends

Homs evacuation sees 1,300 people transferred to safety; horrific accounts of hunger in the besieged city make headlines worldwide.

Israel Joins Powerful UN Human Rights Groups

Israel participates, for the first time, in JUSCANZ, a UN grouping which advises the UN Human Rights Council.

Power Promises to Fight to Get Israel on Security Council

U.S. ambassador to the United Nations promises she will “not give up” on getting Israel a seat on the UN Security Council.

Syria: Aid Workers Injured After Coming Under Fire in Homs

At least four aid workers wounded as fragile ceasefire falls apart one day after being agreed.

Syria Again Promises Homs Ceasefire, Evacuation

Assad reportedly agrees to ceasefire in Homs to let civilians out and aid in, follows initial promises Sunday during Geneva 2 talks.

Israel's UN Envoy: Time to End the Incitement

Ambassador Ron Prosor warns: Any country that does not work to stop the incitement now paves the way for the horrors to come.

UN Exhibit to Honor March of the Living

When You Listen to a Witness, You Become a Witness is new UN exhibition that will open next week.

South Sudan Signs Ceasefire With Rebels

Violence raging since Dec. 15 has killed over 1,000, displaced half million. Questions remain as to whether rebels can implement deal.

UN Experts Slam Surge in Iranian Executions

After Amnesty report reveals two people executed every day so far this year, UN calls on Tehran to curb the killings.

Inappropriate Use of the Fourth Geneva Convention

UN Cancels Iran's Invite to Syria Peace Talks

UN head withdraws offer for Iran to attend Geneva 2 after Tehran refuses to support a June 2012 political transition deal.

Netanyahu to UN: Can You Handle the Truth?

Prime Minister responds to UNESCO decision to postpone exhibition on Jewish history in Israel because facts 'might endanger peace process'.

UN Envoy Blasts 'Palestinian Solidarity Year'

UN "allocates endless resources to advancing lies and half-truths of the Palestinian leadership", charges ambassador Ron Prosor.

Liberman Seeks ‘New Page’ with UN Rights Council

Liberman expresses interest in fresh start vis-a-vis UNHRC, after cutting ties in 2012 due to persistent bias.

MFA on Illegal Immigrants: 'The Situation is Complex'

Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs releases statement explaining that Israel is following international law regarding infiltrators.

Bennett Names 'Hot Mic' UN Interpreter as His Person of the Year

Jewish Home chairman placed in the #2 spot on Channel 2’s “Politicians of the Year” list for 2013, after Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Erekat: The Talks Have Failed, Let's Go to the UN

Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of destroying the peace talks, says the PA should seek statehood recognition at the UN.

Prosor: PA Incitement is to Blame for Terror

Israel’s ambassador to the UN asks the Security Council to condemn PA incitement, says it is the direct cause of this week's terror attacks.

Syrian Jihadist Leader Targeted UN Workers

The leader of the Al-Nusra Front sought to kidnap United Nations workers, reveals The Associated Press.

Iran Rejects UN Condemnation, Says it is 'Biased'

Iran rejects a UN resolution which condemned its human rights violations, claims it was based on reports by "terrorists".

UN: Chemical Weapons Used in Syria 'At Least 5 Times'

Final report by UN inspectors confirms that chemical weapons have been used at least five times during the Syrian conflict.

UN Offices in Yemen's Capital to Close Thursday

A warning of a possible attack in the part of Sanaa where UN offices are located prompts an order for staff to stay home.

UN Confirms: Israel to Allow Building Materials into Gaza Again

For the first time since the discovery of 'terror tunnel' targeting Israeli civilians, IDF to once again allow building materials into Gaza.

Jordan Elected to UN Security Council

UN General Assembly elects Jordan to the Security Council seat that Saudi Arabia rejected.

Liberman Meets Ban at UN Headquarters

Foreign Minister Liberman meets UN chief. Iran and peace talks are among issues discussed.

UN Chief Urged to Condemn Khamenei's Anti-Israel Remarks

Jewish lawyers ask Ban Ki-moon to condemn Khamenei's comments that Israel is "rabid dog".

Avigdor Liberman to Meet with John Kerry in Washington

FM flying to US this week after talks resume with PA, as polls show Israeli confidence in US relationship plummeting.

Samantha Power Welcomes Israel to UNHRC

"For far too long Israel has been unfairly excluded" at the UN, says American ambassador.

Australia Criticizes 'One-Sided' UN Condemnation of Israel

Australia shifts position to abstain on 2 UN anti-Israel resolutions, FM pans them as 'one-sided' and 'pre-judging' peace talk outcomes.

Israel Accepted to Join UN Human Rights Council

Israel slated for membership in Western European and Others Group, formal invitation to come soon from oft-critical UNHRC.

UN Distributes Fuel to Gaza in Midst of Crisis

UNRWA buys fuel for Gaza where shortage has caused ongoing power outages, garbage collection by donkey-carts, and fears of health crisis.

Israel to Join United Nations Human Rights Council

In total about-face, UNHRC accepts Israel. Analysts: Israel threatened to leave UN; UN feared Syria, North Korea to follow.

UN Official: 'Settlements' Are Holding Back Peace

UN's Jeffrey Feltman warns that chances of peace may be damaged because of Israel's plan to build beyond the 'Green Line'.

UNRWA Can't Pay Wages in Financial Crisis

'Palestinian refugee' aid organization will not pay wages next month due to $36 million deficit, criticizes lack of Gaza building materials.

Inappropriate Use of the Fourth Geneva Convention

'Hot Mic' Catches UN Disbelief at Anti-Israel Bias

Video: A UN interpreter, unaware that her microphone was still on, expresses shock at the UN's insistence on condemning Israel.

Saudi Arabia, Russia and China Elected to UNHRC

Irony: Countries with questionable human rights records win seats on none other than the UN Human Rights Council.

UN Chief to Visit Auschwitz

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon is planning to be the first ever UN chief to visit the Auschwitz death camp in Poland.

Philippines: Aid Arrives, but Delivery Delayed

Typhoon victims still waiting for help; UN appeals for $301 million.