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Official account of the United Nations. For peace, dignity & equality on a healthy planet.
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Joined March 2008
In @UNPeacekeeping missions around the world, over 5,800 military and police officers from Rwanda are #ServingForPeace, leaving their families to protect those most at risk. We thank these brave women and men for their service and sacrifice. https://t.co/wptcVaV2KQ
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1.3 billion people live with a significant disability. To achieve a better future, the unique needs of people with disabilities must be addressed in all aspects of societies. Wednesday is the International Day of People with Disabilities. https://t.co/YlhJoE0z2h
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Global trade looks resilient, but under the surface lies a volatile system built on balance sheets & financial flows. Over 90% of world trade depends on trade finance, yet global finance leaves much of global South on the margins. @UNCTAD report ▶️ https://t.co/MPMR44QL9F
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Abuse can take many different forms, and isn't always physical. Each of us can do our part to help protect women & girls: 📣 Speak out to break the cycle of abuse ⚖️ Support survivors & their right to justice ❌ Stop victim blaming More from @UN_Women: https://t.co/SxPnaUhJFj
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🚨Over 1 million people are estimated to be impacted so far by #CycloneDitwah in Sri Lanka. Working with the government and partners, @WFPSriLanka is scaling up assistance to reach disaster-hit communities.
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For over a decade, the @UN Environment Assembly has brought together 193 countries to tackle the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Today, its mission is more crucial than ever. The upcoming #UNEA7 is a key moment to deliver #ForPeopleForPlanet:
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In Sudan, @WFP food assistance is starting to make a difference in places where aid can consistently reach vulnerable people. Hunger is starting to decline, but progress is fragile as millions remain cut off. Sustained access is crucial to save lives. https://t.co/WuzG2Qbzwv
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#SriLanka faces its worst flooding in recent history – with hundreds of people killed or still missing. The UN is supporting Government-led efforts, helping provide food, safe water, and shelter items ensuring aid reaches those who need it most. ➡️ https://t.co/JsSYoC1z6b
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Slavery is not just a relic of the past. Today, 50 million people are trapped in different forms of modern slavery, such as forced labour, sexual exploitation, human trafficking or domestic servitude. Tuesday is Abolition of Slavery Day. https://t.co/b3367pZ9l0
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From the depths of the ocean to the top of the mountains, nature holds an abundance of sustainable solutions to combat the climate crisis. @UNEP explores how countries can tap into the power of nature to build a more sustainable future: https://t.co/iNzl2T2wST
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In eastern #DRCongo, one of the world’s largest hunger crises, conflict and insecurity make delivering food a daily challenge. When violence cut off access and halted lifesaving deliveries, WFP teams rebuilt routes, reopened warehouses and kept food moving.
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No food, no water, no home. Drought conditions are escalating in #Somalia. In the north, families are fleeing their villages in search of water and pasture. Displaced people aren't getting the support they urgently need due to severe funding cuts. 📹 Watch. ⤵️
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Over 260 media workers have been killed in Gaza in the last 2 years, making it the deadliest conflict for the press in decades. “Journalists must be able to perform their essential work without interference, intimidation or harm,” says @antonioguterres. https://t.co/JJ5yVpx7GQ
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Feeding 10 billion people by 2050 will require agriculture to produce 50% more food, alongside 25% more freshwater. @FAO's #SOLAW2025 report presents science-based recommendations for the sustainable use and management of land, soil, and water resources. https://t.co/N736XYaWce
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Landmark SOLAW 2025 report reminds us that resources for food are not infinite
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➡️Over 40M people are living with HIV globally ➡️10M people are waiting for HIV treatment ➡️1.3M people acquired HIV in 2024 This can and must change! Leaders must reaffirm their commitment to end AIDS and support countries & communities through this challenging time.
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“We have the power to transform lives and end AIDS once and for all.” — On Monday’s #WorldAIDSDay, @antonioguterres calls for investing in prevention and expanding access to treatment to #endAIDS as a public health threat by 2030. https://t.co/x2RMZL9UKS
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Despite progress, millions still lack access to HIV prevention and treatment services. Ending AIDS means empowering communities, investing in prevention and expanding access to treatment for all people. We have the power to transform lives and #endAIDS once and for all.
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