World News

General Assembly decision makes International Organization for Migration part of UN system

South_Sudan_IOM_2014_0_0.jpg
This photo from November 2014 shows IOM providing transportation assistance in South Sudan, moving...

Full Story »
Afghan civilian casualties hit half-year record, with 5,166 dead or maimed – UN

UNAMA_casualties_2016_0_0.jpg
At a press conference in Kabul, (left) Tadamichi Yamamoto, the Secretary-General’s Special...

Full Story »
Afghanistan: UN condemns terrorist attack that leaves scores dead in Kabul

02-17-unama-hq-04_0.jpg

Full Story »
Denmark is a top aid donor but reduced budget and refugee costs pose risks

Denmark has long been a generous provider of development aid, especially to the neediest countries, and is known for giving high-quality and flexible support. However, it faces significant challenges from a reduction of its aid budget and fast-rising...

Full Story »