US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced that the execution of a former US Army major by firing squad will be livestreamed for public viewing, according to reports. The announcement has drawn attention to the planned military execution and the decision to broadcast it publicly.

US vice president urges public not to forget Hasan's crimes

India has challenged Pakistan’s terrorism narrative at the United Nations, questioning Islamabad’s claims of action against terror groups and their leaders. India’s First Secretary Raghoo Puri cited Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar and questioned Pakistan’s handling of the UN-designated terrorist during a UN General Assembly debate.

Pak minister says Pakistan at forefront of global war on terror

India at UN: Pak allows terror groups to operate from its soil

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly called for an end to Israeli violations against Palestinians and rejected any forced displacement from Gaza or the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he urged full implementation of the Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access, reconstruction and a political process to address the conflict.

Egypt PM Madbouly urges action against int'l law violations 

India has exercised its right of reply at the UN after Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's speech. First Secretary Petal Gahlot didn't hold back, saying Pakistan's remarks on religious tolerance came from "a regime whose mainstay is blasphemy laws," and that its capital is being "fortified against its own people" by what she called a regime "of the army, by the army, and for the army." 

India flags brutal violence in Pak-occupied Jammu Kashmir 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his UN General Assembly speech to attack Iran, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and allies including Britain, France and Türkiye. Dozens of delegates walked out as the speech sparked uproar in the chamber.

Netanyahu denounces enemies, allies in UN speech

Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has withdrawn from the race to become the next United Nations secretary-general. The 74-year-old made the announcement in a video posted on Instagram, ending her bid to become the first woman to lead the UN in its 80-year history.

Michelle Bachelet quits race to lead the UN 

According to new data released by the United Nations, approximately 700,000 children in Gaza have missed formal, in-person schooling for consecutive academic years as the devastating conflict continues to ravage the region.

Gaza: Over 280,000 children now attend UNRWA schools in tents

The United Nations has flagged a state of "high stress" and institutional crisis ahead of the high-level week of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81). This warning comes as world leaders prepare to convene in New York from September 22–30, 2026.

UN chief to address climate, technology, global issues

The United States is planning to pay 725 million dollars toward its debt to the United Nations, a move that could provide some much-needed breathing room to an organisation facing a severe cash crunch. But here's the bigger picture: the U.S. Still owes the UN several billion dollars. The UN says Washington is behind by more than 4 billion dollars, while latest reporting puts the overall figure at around 5 billion dollars, including regular UN operations and peacekeeping.


US plans $725 mn payment toward UN debt

UN Chief Antonio Guterres has backed calls for a prompt, impartial inquiry into the recent killings of protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

UN warns Pak over crackdown on peaceful protesters

Reports suggest US President Donald Trump is backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino to succeed António Guterres as the next UN Secretary-General when his term ends in December 2026. Trump reportedly believes Infantino's global profile and 'ability to bring people together' make him a strong contender for the role

Trump bats for Infantino as UN Secretary-General 

Reports suggest US President Donald Trump is backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino to succeed António Guterres as the next UN Secretary-General when his term ends in December 2026. Trump reportedly believes Infantino's global profile and 'ability to bring people together' make him a strong contender for the role.

Trump bats for Infantino as UN Secretary-General

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