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UN Monitor Slams Iran Over Arrest of Journalists

The UN monitor for human rights in Iran says there is a rise in arrests of journalists, part of a pattern of increasing violations.

UN Actively Reviewing Safety of Golan Peacekeepers

The safety of UN observers in the Golan Heights is under “very active review”, says UN spokesman.

UN Reports an Increase in Iran's Human Rights Violations

Human rights violations in Iran spiralled in 2012, a United Nations monitor says.

UN: Syrian Refugees May Double or Triple This Year

The number of Syrian refugees, which just passed the million mark, could double or triple by the end of the year, according to the UN.

Kidnapped UN Peacemakers Freed, Arrive in Jordan

Syrian rebels release 21 Filipino peacekeepers who had been kidnapped on the Golan Heights.

UN Delays Effort to Release Kidnapped Peacekeepers

The UN calls off an effort to secure the release of 21 peacekeepers held by Syrian rebels because of darkness in the Golan Heights.

Israel Asked UN Not to Remove Forces from the Golan

Israel approached the UN, requesting that forces remain in the Golan despite the kidnapping of 21 peacekeepers.

UN Holds Minute of Silence Honoring Chavez

U.N. Watch has criticized the chief UN human rights body for holding a minute of silence for late Venezuelan strongman Hugo Chavez.

Abducted UN Troops: We are Safe

Commander of UN Philippines force says he and his men are being treated well.

Vatican, Iran Resist UN Efforts to Fight Violence Against Women

The Vatican and Iran are resisting efforts by UN conference to demand tougher global standards to prevent violence against women, children.

UN: Mobile Phones to Match Globe's Population in 2014

The number of mobile telephones worldwide is set to catch up to globe's population next year, according to the United Nations.

Syria Demands UN Stop Israel from Seeking Oil

Syria is angered by Israel’s search for oil in the Golan, calls for UN intervention.

Turkish PM Labels Zionism ‘Crime Against Humanity’ at UN Event

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has again verbally attacked Israel in a public forum, this time at a UN conference in Vienna.

Facade of Neutrality Masks UN Bias

UN condemned the firing of a rocket from Gaza into Israel, while blaming spur of violence on Jewish state.

UN Peacekeeper Disappears Near Israel-Syria Border

The United Nations confirms that a member of the UNDOF peacekeeping force is missing.

UN Calls for Inquiry into Terrorist's Death

The UN calls for an independent inquiry into the death of a terrorist in Israeli custody, warns that tensions risk an eruption of violence.

UN Urges Israel to Reach Solution for Hunger Strikers

United Nations Secretary-General calls on Israel to reach a solution “without delay” in the case of hunger-striking terrorist prisoners.

UN: Syrian Refugee Numbers Top 850,000

The number of Syrian refuges forced to flee the conflict-ravaged country has topped 850,000, the UN refugee agency said Tuesday.

UN 'Concerned' Over Hunger Striking Terrorists

A UN official expresses concern about the well-being of hunger-striking PA Arab terrorist prisoners.

UN Investigating Iranian Links to Yemen Illegal Arms Seizure

UN sanctions experts are investigating Yemeni claims that Iran supplied a cache of illegal arms that were intercepted in Arabian Sea.

Israel Boycotts Review at UN Human Rights Council

Israel boycotts a UNHRC review of its rights situation, after cutting off ties with the body due to ongoing bias.

UN's Falk Compares Hamas to French Resistance During WWII

UN Special Rapporteur, Richard Falk compares Hamas terrorists to fighters with the French resistance during the Holocaust.

US Urges Israel to Partake in UN Human Rights Review

US urges Israel to partake in UN review of human rights situation despite state’s decision to cut ties with council due to blatant bias.

UN: Syrians Face Starvation From Civil War

Syrians will starve this year and probably for years to come without international assistance, the United Nations warned Wednesday.

Ban: Jewish Outposts Bad, Arab Outposts Good

Arabs have the right to set up outposts in E1, or anywhere else - unlike Jews, who don't, said the UN Secretary-General

PLO Office in DC Open Despite Legislation Deeming it Illegal

US State Dept. has decided to keep PLO office in Washington open for another six months, despite legislation deeming it illegal.

UN Estimates Syria Death Toll at More than 60,000

More than 60,000 people have been killed in the Syrian conflict since March of 2011, says the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Prosor: Israeli Construction Not an Obstacle to Peace

Israel's UN ambassador responds to European nations' condemnation. "Settlements are not and never have been the main obstacle to peace."

UN Chief Warns Israel: Housing Plans 'Dangerous Path'

UN calls on Israel to cancel Jewish housing plans; warns the move could be "an almost fatal blow" to peace hopes.

Pope Meets Abbas, Calls For Courage to Reconcile

Pope Benedict XVI received PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas on Monday and called on all parties to work together for peace and reconciliation.

PA Warns US: 'Genie is Already Out of the Bottle'

Chief PLO representative in Washington D.C. warns U.S. lawmakers against retaliating for last month's statehood vote at the UN.

Abbas to Pursue Israel at Criminal Court Over Housing Plans

PA chairman Abbas said “Palestine” could pursue Israel at International Criminal Court if it pushes ahead with housing plans.

Two-State Math: 2 Equals 1

UN Hosts 'One-Palestine State' Art Exhibit

The UN delivers a “One Arab State Solution” through art that shows all of Israel as Palestine, mirroring Abbas’ “peace process map.”

PM: Where is Outrage as Hamas Openly Seeks Our Destruction?

PM Netanyahu met with representatives of the foreign media in Israel on Monday, denouncing the hypocrisy of the international community.

Rage Over Control of Internet Sparks Hack Threat

The loosely organized 'Anonymous' hacker group threatens to attack the ITU, a UN agency for global telecommunications now meeting in Dubai.

'Peace Process' Intifada

Abbas’ Suit and Tie Has Same End as Arafat’s Pistol: Violence

Abbas’ unity with Hamas already has spawned violence. Woman hurt by rock before the Sabbath. PA lets Hamas run loose.

Arab Bloc Sends Clear Message to UN: If It’s Israeli, It’s Wrong

Israel won a rare diplomatic victory in the UN, where it sponsored a resolution for entrepreneurship. The Arabs voted ‘No,” but it passed.

Video: Bolton Blames Obama for PA Success at UN

Former ambassador John Bolton blamed Obama administration for UN decision to grant PA upgraded status.

Netanyahu Thanks Prague for 'Courageous' UN Support

PM arrived in the Czech Republic to thank Prague for its "courageous" support in the UN vote, despite PA success.

Jordanian King to Visit Ramallah to Help PA 'Establish State'

Jordan's King Abdullah II is set to arrive in Ramallah on Thursday on his first visit since the PA was granted upgraded status at the UN.

US Calls on Israel to 'Reconsider' Housing Plans

The United States called on Israel Monday to "reconsider" a decision to allow 3,000 more Jewish homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Israeli Construction a Blow to Peace, Says UN Chief

UN Secretary General warns that Israel’s plan to build new Jewish homes is an "almost fatal blow" to any prospects for peace.

UN Tweets One-State 'Typo of Epic Proportions'

Hours before UN voted for upgraded PA status, its official Twitter account made egregious typo, tweeting in favor of one-state solution.

Finnish Official: Jews Control Money, Impede US Neutrality

Finnish official asserts on state television that Jews hold vast control over wealth, media, thus impeding neutrality in US Mideast stance.

Netanyahu to Meet with Merkel Following UN Vote

Netanyahu will travel to Germany next week for talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel, primarily regarding the volatile situation in Mideast.

Iran: UN Decision 'Proves Zionist Regime Illegitimate'

A senior Iranian official welcomed the upgraded status of the Palestinian Authority at the United Nations, calling it a "positive step."

European Nations 'Capitulated' in Approving PA Bid at UN

ADL: European nations acted “without courage" and "capitulat[ed] to Arab intimidation" during PA's bid for upgraded UN status.

Jewish Groups Blast 'Pyrrhic' UN Resolution

The UN has handed the PA "a pyrrhic public relations victory," asserts ADL; NCYI. Agudah laud countries opposed, WJC notes Nov. 29 date.

Hamas Reminder: Our Goal is Israel’s Destruction

Hamas welcomes UN vote on “Palestine,” but rejects previous vote splitting land between Arabs, Jews. “Our land won’t be shared.”

UN Soldiers Wounded in Syria Receive Treatment in Israel

Two Austrian soldiers who were wounded in Syria flown to the Rambam Hospital in Haifa for treatment.

Netanyahu: Abbas Speech Venomous, Israel Will Respond

Netanyahu says that UN decision to recognize "Palestine" is "a meaningless decision that will not change anything."

UN Conspires to Oust Jewish Group from PA Vote

UN conducted "an intense campaign of exclusion and disenfranchisement” to ban prominent Jewish group from events.

'With UN Bid, Arabs Once Again Try to Steal Israel's Heritage'

November 29th is a day that belongs to Israel, says one historian - and the PA is trying to 'steal' it for themselves

PM: Ignore the Sound of UN Applause

Regardless of the outcome of the PA statehood bid, Israel will not compromise its security, Binymain Netanyahu said.

Officials: PA Will 'Regret' Latest Statehood Ploy

Recognition by the UN will boomerang on the PA, Israeli officials said

Israel Braces for PA Arab 'Disturbances'

Israel is bracing itself for possible 'disturbances' by PA Arabs in the wake of its probable statehood vote Thursday at the United Nations.

Iran Criticizes UN for Condemning its Human Rights Record

Iran criticzes a UN committee for passing a resolution condemning its human rights record, says the West uses the issue for political gain.

A 'State' Without Borders

UN Set to Violate Its Own Rules on ‘State’

The UN is to pass a resolution that contradicts its own rules that a state must have defined territory and a functioning government.

France: Criminal Court 'Should Not Be Used' If PA Bid Granted

France warned the PA against taking action against Israel in the International Criminal Court should it be granted upgraded status at the UN

Denmark to Vote for PA at United Nations

Denmark will back a PA bid to upgrade its United Nations status to that of a non-member observer state, its foreign ministry announced.