United Nations

Violence, victimhood and the collapse of civilian protection

The Responsibility to Protect was supposed to ensure states care for their people — or else. In Gaza and beyond,…

2 months ago

Four obstacles to India joining UN security council

Despite persistent lobbying, experts say it’s unlikely India will gain permanent membership of the UN Security Council anytime soon for…

2 months ago

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.

2 months ago

UN Security Council Debates Poisoning of Ex-Spy

The poisoning of Sergei Skripal threatens to throw the world of out balance. Russia wants to establish proof that it…

7 years ago

Bangladesh agrees with Myanmar to complete Rohingya return in two years

Statements from the Myanmar and Bangladesh foreign ministries said Bangladesh would set up five transit camps on its side of…

7 years ago

Towards a world free of nuclear weapons

The international community at the UN voted for independence from nuclear weapons on July 7 with an overwhelming majority. In…

7 years ago