Unbreaking the US$100 billion climate vow
A U.N. Security Council debate drew attention to the peace dividends of preparing for a warmer world and rich nations' broken climate promise.
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U.N. panel to probe abuses in Ukraine
The U.N. Human Rights Council authorized a panel to investigate abuses and violations of international law from Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
World demands Russia leave Ukraine
The U.N. General Assembly condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine and demanded that Russian forces halt their offensive on Ukrainian cities and ports.
Russian attack challenges global order
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine set off global alarm over a new Cold War and dire challenges to power structures and international organizations.
U.N. chief decries Russian 'violation'
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres described Russia's moves in Ukraine as a flagrant defiance of international law and the norms of peacekeeping.
NATO ready for the 'worst' in Ukraine
NATO's secretary general said there is no indication that Russia is backing away from possibly invading Ukraine, and the military buildup continues.
IPCC wrapping up next major climate report
A panel of the world's top climate scientists began putting the final touches on their latest comprehensive look at how global warming affects the planet.
China backs Russia in challenge to NATO
The leaders of Russia and China called on NATO to rule out Eastern European expansion and criticized other security blocs around the Asia Pacific region.
U.S.-Russia clash at U.N. meeting
Western nations tried pressuring Russia to back off from Ukraine at a U.N. Security Council meeting highlighting the threat of a new Cold War.
Pandemic, climate, economy top Davos Agenda
Despite U.S.-China tensions, leaders touted cooperation on the pandemic, climate action, and economic recovery during the Davos Agenda virtual gathering.
U.S.-Russia press crisis talks on Ukraine
U.S. and Russia reported no breakthroughs at talks to defuse the crisis in Ukraine, where 100,000 Russian troops await near its border.
U.N. condemns denial of Nazi Holocaust
The U.N. General Assembly adopted a resolution to combat Holocaust denial and urged all nations and social media companies to fight anti-Semitism.
Cyber attack exposes Red Cross data
Hackers broke into the ICRC's computer servers and gained access to confidential information on more than half a million "highly vulnerable people."
Difficult route to accord in Geneva talks
U.S. and Russian diplomats met for talks over Russia's troop buildup by Ukraine, the first in a series of discussions that could be vital to Europe's security.
WHO warns of dangers from Omicron variant
Initial evidence shows the risk from the new variant is "very high" and could cause surges with severe consequences, the U.N. health agency said.
Potential surge in Europe virus deaths ahead
Europe is again at the pandemic's center with COVID-19 now the leading cause of death on the continent, WHO reported, as nations tighten preventive measures.