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Secretary-General's message on the International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members

25 Mar 2021 | UN Headquarters
On the International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members, we recognize the extreme dangers encountered by so many colleagues as they carry out the vital work of the United Nations. The threats vary -- from deliberate and deadly ambushes to kidnappings, intimidation and unlawful detention.  But the thread is the same: these are unacceptable obstacles to fulfilling our mandates and advancing peace, sustainable development, human rights and humanitarian assistance around the globe.  National staff are often at particular risk.

Secretary-General's message on the International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims

24 Mar 2021 | UN Headquarters
Today we commemorate the life of Monsignor Oscar Romero, who was murdered for his vocal opposition to inequality, marginalization and injustice in El Salvador. We honour all victims and survivors of gross human rights violations around the world. We reaffirm and celebrate their dignity by acknowledging their experiences; by renewing our commitment to justice and remedy for them; and by pledging to do everything in our power to prevent any recurrence of such crimes.

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on the Republic of the Congo

19 Mar 2021 | UN Headquarters
Ahead of the presidential election in the Republic of the Congo on 21 March, the Secretary-General calls on all stakeholders to work towards a peaceful electoral process.    He stresses the need to respect civil and political rights, notably the right to vote.    He encourages the media and social media users to promote social cohesion, and calls on all stakeholders to refrain from hate speech or incitement to violence and resolve any disputes through dialogue and legal channels.   

Jean-Pierre Lacroix (DPKO) on Central African Republic (MINUSCA) - Security Council Open VTC

24 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Briefing by Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO), on Central African Republic (MINUSCA).  Watch on UN Web TV

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Cyprus

24 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Stephane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General Following the consultations conducted on behalf of the Secretary-General by a senior UN official, Ms. Jane Holl Lute, over the past several months, the Secretary-General intends to convene an informal five-plus-one meeting on the Cyprus issue in Geneva, Switzerland, from 27 to 29 April 2021. The purpose of the meeting will be to determine whether common ground exists for the parties to negotiate a lasting solution to the Cyprus problem within a foreseeable horizon.

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Sudan

23 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General The Secretary-General condemns the looting of the first site, Saraf Umrah in Darfur, handed over to the Sudanese authorities following the end of the UNAMID mandate in December 2020.  At a time when community needs in Sudan are increasingly pressing, the site was intended to serve as a vocational training centre; unknown assailants have dashed that opportunity.   

Peacekeeping operations in Mali, Central African Republic & other issues related to peacekeeping - Press Conference

22 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Press Conference by Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, on peacekeeping operations in Mali, Central African Republic, as well as other issues related to peacekeeping.

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on the Democratic Republic of the Congo

22 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s attack against a joint field mission of the World Food Programme (WFP) in Kibumba, near Goma, North Kivu, by unidentified armed elements. The attack resulted in the killing of three people, including the Italian Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, his bodyguard and a WFP national staff member.

Secretary-General's video message to the G5 Sahel Summit

16 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
Watch the video Mr. President, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for your invitation and for your close cooperation for peace and development in the Sahel.

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Mali

13 Feb 2021 | UN Headquarters
The Secretary-General condemns the complex attack by unidentified armed elements against a temporary operating base of the United Nations Integrated Stabilization Mission for Mali (MINUSMA) in Kerena, Douentza region. The attack, which took place on 10 February, resulted in the wounding of 27 Togolese peacekeepers, and the death of one peacekeeper.     The Secretary-General expresses his deep condolences to the family of the victim, and to the people and Government of Togo. He wishes a full recovery to those injured.