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Around 396 million people speak French worldwide. On Friday’s French Language Day and every day, follow @ONU_fr to get updates about the work of the UN ‘en français’.

#CSW70 has reminded us that progress is possible when courage meets collective action. @UN_Women’s unwavering commitment to #GenderEquality will remain the unshakable ground on which we stand. 👉 Read @unwomenchief's full speech: unwo.men/IW4x50YwACA #CSW70

#EidMubarak! As people around the world celebrate #EidalFitr, each of us can draw encouragement from the values of solidarity, empathy and compassion that are inspired by Eid.

Civilians bear brunt of the reckless war as conflict continues to spread in Middle East. @volker_turk calls for renewed diplomatic efforts to pull region back from the brink, prevent further loss of civilian life & destruction of vital infrastructure. ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

Up to 2.1 billion people worldwide still lack safely managed drinking water. Women & girls are primarily responsible for collecting water for households, yet continue to be excluded from water management & leadership roles. More in latest UN report: unesco.org/en/articles/gl…

As conflict spreads across the Middle East, more Afghans are returning from Iran. But Afghanistan is not ready to receive them. After years of conflict and economic crisis, millions already depend on humanitarian aid, and an entirely new conflict has broken out.

#Colombia remains one of the deadliest places to be a human rights defender – new UN report calls for urgent action to end widespread violence against human rights defenders. ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

“It’s time for the force of the law to prevail over the law of the force. It’s time for diplomacy to prevail over war.” – @antonioguterres on the war in the Middle East. Full remarks: un.org/sg/en/content/…

I have two clear messages: First, to the United States & Israel: It’s high time to end this war that is risking to get out of control, causing immense suffering on civilians, with dramatic effects on the global economy & potentially tragic consequences, especially for the least developed countries. Second, my message to Iran: Stop attacking your neighbors, they were never parties to the conflict. The Security Council has condemned these attacks, has ordered them to stop, as it has order to open the Strait of Hormuz. The prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz causes enormous pain for so many people around the world who have nothing to do with this conflict. It’s time for the force of the law to prevail over the law of the force. It’s time for diplomacy to prevail over war. My remarks from the European Council in Brussels: un.org/sg/en/content/…

In Afghanistan, children and families are arriving from Iran after difficult journeys. With partners, UNICEF is working to ensure essential services for them, including nutrition and health, safe water, vaccinations, and child protection. Children must be protected and supported at all times.

🟠 Global water crisis aggravated by gender inequalities according to new UN Report. Despite decades of progress, inequalities continue to compromise global water security, disproportionally impacting women and girls, who despite of being the main collectors of water, continue to be excluded from water management and leadership roles. This is the conclusion of the United Nations World Water Development Report, published by UNESCO on behalf of @UN_Water. The report reveals that women are responsible for collecting water in over 70% of unserved rural households. Read the full press release: unesco.org/en/articles/gl…

Digital skills are essential to education, empowering people of all ages to participate responsibly in society and navigate today’s challenges. On Thursday’s #DigitalLearningDay, @UNESCO is urging action to ensure all learners have the tools to thrive. unesco.org/en/days/digita…

The UN Deputy Special Envoy for Syria briefed the Security Council on Wednesday. Claudio Cardone called for redoubling efforts to support the country amid the current conflict in the Middle East. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…

Global progress in reducing child mortality continues to slow. Every year, 4.9 million children die before turning five. A new UN report stresses most of these deaths could be prevented through better access to life-saving health care. unicef.org/press-releases…

There are no good choices for Afghans who are returning from Iran as the conflict escalates. They are caught in a cycle of displacement. Now they arrive in a country already struggling with multiple crises. Please don’t leave them alone. Donate: bit.ly/46KPO6V

UN Human Rights Chief @volker_turk appalled by recent antisemitic attacks against synagogues & Jewish institutions in Belgium, the Netherlands, Canada and the US. Those responsible must be brought to justice. ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

Message from @unwomenafghan Special Representative during #CSW70: We must not normalize the obstacles and restrictions women and girls in #Afghanistan face. Afghan women continue to show extraordinary courage and determination, and we need to as well. unwo.men/HLJt50YvvaI

Welcome to the UN family, @hitRECordJoe! As the UN’s first Global Advocate for Human-Centric Digital Governance, actor and filmmaker Joseph Gordon-Levitt will help shape an inclusive, sustainable digital future that serves everyone. un.org/en/desa/un-app…

The IAEA has been informed by Iran that a projectile hit the premises of the Bushehr NPP on Tuesday evening. No damage to the plant or injuries to staff reported. Director General @RafaelMGrossi reiterates call for maximum restraint during the conflict to prevent risk of a nuclear accident.

#Lebanon: Israeli airstrikes destroy entire residential buildings in dense neighbourhoods, with multiple members of the same family, including women and children, often killed together. Hundreds of homes & civilian infrastructure, incl. healthcare facilities, are also being destroyed. @volker_turk urges an immediate cessation of hostilities & accountability for all violations. ohchr.org/en/press-brief…