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Reporting “constructive” discussions on Cyprus, UN Secretary‑General António Guterres announced on Thursday that four previously agreed trust‑building measures have been realized, technical work continues on two others, and the parties have agreed to expand cooperation on youth, environment, culture and civil society. Source UN News Read More

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As war rages on in Ukraine, organised crime is taking new forms

July 18, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

Almost four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, criminal groups in Ukraine are adapting their business models amid displacement, rising trafficking risks and an increased demand for synthetic drugs, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) said in a report published on Friday. Source UN News Read More

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Ukraine: UN and partners launch Winter Response Plan amid escalating hostilities

July 17, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

As years of war in Ukraine have left millions without unreliable heating and limited means to pay rising utility costs, the UN and humanitarian partners launched this Thursday a $277 million appeal to support the most vulnerable people during the coming winter. Source UN News Read More

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Ukraine: Civilians under fire in record numbers as attacks surge

July 15, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

Relentless missile and drone strikes by Russian forces have killed and injured hundreds of civilians in Ukraine this month, continuing a devastating pattern of attacks far from the frontlines. Source UN News Read More

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UN warns of record civilian casualties in Ukraine

July 11, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

UN agencies on Thursday warned of devastating recent attacks across Ukraine due to Russian strikes, record civilian casualties recorded last month – and growing deprivation facing children under fire across the country. Source UN News Read More

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UN voices concern over Greece’s suspension of asylum applications

July 10, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) on Thursday raised alarm over Greece’s decision to suspend the submission of asylum applications from people arriving by sea from North Africa, warning it risks breaching international law and undermining the country’s longstanding commitment to protecting those fleeing conflict and persecution. Source UN News Read More

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Ukrainian baker rises above adversity

July 10, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

At Hanna Honcharenko’s bakery in Dnipro, eastern Ukraine, the scent of freshly baked bread represents a slice of home for many. The business, born out of hardship, is proof that with trust and support it is possible start again following the loss brought on by war. Source UN News Read More

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Ukraine: UN refugee agency helps repair homes amid ongoing conflict

July 9, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

As relentless attacks continue to damage homes and communities across Ukraine, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has now helped repair over 40,000 war-damaged homes – marking a major step in helping displaced families return and recover. Source UN News Read More

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UN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk

July 5, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

The UN Secretary-General on Saturday strongly condemned Russia’s latest wave of drone and missile attacks in Ukraine – reportedly the largest in over three years of war – warning that the strikes again jeopardised nuclear safety at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). Source UN News Read More

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Northern hemisphere heatwave underscores value of early-warning alerts

July 1, 2025 Village ReporterEurope News

The blistering early-summer heatwave that’s brought life-threatening temperatures across much of the northern hemisphere is a worrying sign of things to come, UN weather experts said on Tuesday. Source UN News Read More

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UN chief reports progress in Cyprus talks, urges swift implementation of trust measures

As war rages on in Ukraine, organised crime is taking new forms

Ukraine: UN and partners launch Winter Response Plan amid escalating hostilities

Ukraine: Civilians under fire in record numbers as attacks surge

UN warns of record civilian casualties in Ukraine

UN voices concern over Greece’s suspension of asylum applications

Ukrainian baker rises above adversity

Ukraine: UN refugee agency helps repair homes amid ongoing conflict

UN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk

Northern hemisphere heatwave underscores value of early-warning alerts