The paintings of Ammer Mohammed are all around the Jeddah Rehabilitation Centre in Iraq. He's one of the residents who came from Syria's Al-Hol camp. He paints the life he wants to build once he leaves. The boat however, represents the feeling of being all alone, he told us.
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We're now facing an opportunity for Iraq & that opportunity can translate itself into reality if Iraqis are able to come together & unite, & if, in this region, people can also come together unite - today in Erbil after meetings officials:
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From today's noon briefing: our thoughts are with all the families of the people who were affected by the tragic train incident that took place on Tuesday in Greece.
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Noon briefing today: in Iraq, in Niger, updates on Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, the D.C. Congo, Somalia, Costa Rica and more. Live: media.un.org/en/webtv
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In Iraq today, I met with returnees from Al-Hol camp in Syria.
From here, I want to send a message to all countries that also have nationals there: they must step up their efforts to facilitate the safe and dignified repatriation of their citizens.
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Most of the residents at Al-Hol camp in Syria are under the age of 18. urged countries to follow Iraq's example and repatriate their nationals from Al-Hol in a dignified manner that is guided by the best interests of children: un.org/sg/en/content/
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I want to send a message to all Member States that have nationals in Al-Hol and elsewhere. All Members States must significantly step up their efforts to facilitate the safe & dignified repatriation of their nationals. They need to follow the example of Iraq -
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Moments ago, met with residents from the Jeddah Rehabilitation Centre in Iraq.
"They deserve a path out. This is a matter of human decency and compassion – and it is a matter of security," he said. Full remarks: un.org/sg/en/content/
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It's absolutely essential to do everything to guarantee that Iraq will be able to build resilience against climate change - told journalists in Baghdad today. Full remarks: un.org/sg/en/content/
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I'm here to pay tribute to all those working in this museum, preserving it in the difficult times that Iraq has faced, which allow us to be able to contemplate the magnificent culture & history of this wonderful country -
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Our ocean has been under pressure for decades & we can no longer ignore the ocean emergency - warns at intergovernmental conference on Law of the Sea.
Full statement 👇
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Noon briefing today: in Iraq, in Niger, updates on the D.C. Congo, Mali, Central African Republic, Ethiopia, Syria, Türkiye, Madagascar and more. Live:
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A busy morning in Baghdad for who met with senior Iraqi officials and reiterated the UN's support for the country. 📷:
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The is proud to continue to support Iraq on its journey - ' full remarks today in Baghdad 👇👇👇
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I just concluded a very productive meeting with , Prime Minister of Iraq.
As I told him, I am here to underscore the commitment of the to support Iraq in advancing peace, human rights, and sustainable development for all Iraqis.
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I'm here with a measure of hope. Hope that Iraq can break cycles of instability & fragility.
Hope that it can set a sustainable course towards greater prosperity, freedom & peace.
And hope that it can open new horizons of opportunity for its young population-
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Now is the time for the international community to support Iraq in tackling its environmental challenges, diversifying its economy, and harnessing its potential for sustainable growth -
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Iraq is among the countries most affected by climate change.
It drives displacement, threatens food security, destroys livelihoods, fuels conflict, and undermines human rights -
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The challenges Iraq is facing did not arise overnight – they are the product of decades of oppression, war, terrorism, sectarianism & foreign interference.
And no one can expect these challenges to be resolved overnight -
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. in Baghdad says: I am here in a visit of solidarity to underscore the commitment of the to support Iraq in the consolidation of its democratic institutions and advancing peace, sustainable development and human rights for all Iraqis.
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Arriving in Iraq, expresses his deep solidarity with the Iraqi people & his hope that Iraq will face a future of peace and prosperity, and with consolidated democratic institutions.
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Upon his arrival in Iraq expressed his deep solidarity with the Iraqi people and his hope that Iraq will face a future of peace & prosperity and with consolidated democratic institutions: un.org/sg/en/content/
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I thank those who pledged generously at today’s event in support of the people of Yemen.
As humanitarian needs continue to soar, I encourage others to consider how they can help.
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The international community has the power and the means to end the crisis in Yemen.
It begins by fully funding our humanitarian appeal and committing to disbursing funds quickly.
Together, let us give hope to the people of Yemen.
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A bit of UN glamour at last night's when Goodwill Ambassador Michelle Yeoh won the award for Female Actor in a Leading Role. Good luck at the #Oscars !
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Grab your tissues and prepare to be moved by the ICONIC Michelle Yeoh! #SAGAwards
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The international community has the power and the means to end the crisis in Yemen.
It begins by fully funding our humanitarian appeal and committing to disbursing funds quickly.
Together, let us give hope to the people of Yemen.
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Noon briefing today: at the High-level pledging event for Yemen, updates on the Middle East, Libya and more. Our guest will be @WFPSyria's Ross Smith. Live:
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We have a real opportunity this year to change Yemen’s trajectory and move towards peace - at High-level pledging event for the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
#YemenCantWait
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Human rights are not a luxury that can be left until we find a solution to the world’s other problems.
They are the solution to many of the world’s other problems.
Today I told the @UN_HRC that we must make human rights a reality in the lives of people everywhere.
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Yet another horrific shipwreck has claimed the lives of dozens of people, including children - this time off the coast of Italy.
I say once again: Every person searching for a better life deserves safety & dignity. We need safe, legal routes for migrants & refugees.
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Worldwide, 2 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water.
World leaders will come together for the Water Conference next month.
We must work towards a bold #WaterAction agenda that ensures all people, everywhere have clean & safe water supplies.
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We face an intense pushback against the rights of women & girls.
The is fighting back.
As part of this effort, I commissioned an independent review of our capacity around gender equality across all areas of our work – so we can better deliver for the women of the world.
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Secretary-General takes note of the Orders of in the proceedings between Armenia and Azerbaijan. He expresses hope that the countries will continue working to improve their bilateral relations.
Full statement: un.org/sg/en/content/
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Noon briefing today will begin at 12:30. Updates on Ukraine, Türkiye/Syria earthquake, in Sweden and more. Live:
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In Security Council meeting on Ukraine stresses that
we must prevent further escalation & we must all encourage every meaningful effort to end the bloodshed and, at long last, give peace a chance.
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At 10 a.m. EST, will speak to Security Council members on the topic of maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine. Watch live:
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Noon briefing today: updates on Ukraine, Middle East, Madagascar and more. Live: webtv.un.org
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Noon briefing today: updates on Ukraine, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic and more. Live: webtv.un.org
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Deadly cycles of violence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory keep accelerating, as the peace process remains stalled.
The outlines of the solution are laid out in resolutions & international law.
What is needed is political will to make the difficult choices for peace.
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Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s attack against a convoy in Mali, which killed three Senegalese peacekeepers & severely injured five others.
Full statement: un.org/sg/en/content/
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