A participant attend the Peacekeeping Military Police Medal Award Ceremony on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers (29 May). Observed under the theme “The Future of Peacekeeping” this year’s International Day looks at the invaluable contributions military, police and civilian peacekeepers have made over the last nearly eight decades. It encapsulates the spirit of progress and collective action towards creating a more equal, just and sustainable world. Today, more than 68,000 civilians, military, and police personnel serve in 11 UN peacekeeping missions, confronting increasingly complex and interconnected challenges shaped by a shifting geopolitical landscape. Despite the challenges, peacekeepers remain steadfast in their pursuit of peace.The emblem of the United Nations on the wall in the General Assembly Hall during the 73rd plenary meeting of the General Assembly. The Assembly held election of non-permanent members of the Security Council. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia, and Liberia were elected to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council, with two-year terms beginning in January 2026. Elections are held annually by secret ballot, with seats allocated by regional group. Candidates must secure a two-thirds majority in the 193-member General Assembly to be elected.Secretary-General António Guterres briefs reporters on the situation in Gaza. "It is time for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. And full, safe and sustained humanitarian access," said the Secretary-General.Ingemar Johansson, world heavyweight boxing champion, today met with accredited members of the Press at United Nations Headquarters and discussed his forthcoming visit to the United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF) in the Gaza Strip. Among those attending the conference at Headquarters was Dr. Ralph J. Bunch, UN Under-Secretary for Special Political Affairs, who presented Mr. Johansson with UNEF beret. Here, Dr. Bunche (left) looks on smilingly as titleholder Johansson tries the beret for size. The 27-year-old titleholder, who was born in Goteborg, Sweden, will visit UNEF for approximately nine days, beginning 4 March. He will give boxing exhibitions for the troops of seven countries - Brazil, Canada, Denmark, India, Norway, Yugoslavia and his native Sweden - which have contingents serving with UNEF.Annalena Baerbock (right), newly elected President of the eightieth session of the United Nations General Assembly, briefs reporters after the 72nd plenary meeting of the General Assembly. The meeting held the election of the President of the General Assembly.Secretary-General António Guterres briefs reporters on the humanitarian situation in Gaza. "Palestinians in Gaza are enduring what may be the cruelest phase of this cruel conflict. For nearly 80 days, Israel blocked the entry of life-saving international aid. As the world’s leading hunger assessment found, the entire population of Gaza is facing the risk of famine," said the Secretary-General.Annalena Baerbock, President-elect of the eightieth session of the United Nations General Assembly, addresses the 72nd plenary meeting of the General Assembly. The meeting held the election of the President of the General Assembly for the 80th Session. Annalena Baerbock of Germany was elected President of the eightieth session of the United Nations General Assembly. “I am deeply grateful and humbled to have the honour to serve all of you and preside over the General Assembly during its 80th Session. […] I will serve all 193 Member States as an honest broker and as a unifier. As a President of the General Assembly, I will engage in a trust-based dialogue with all Member States. My door will always be open for everyone. Better together,” said the President-elect. In accordance with the established regional rotation, the President of the eightieth session of the General Assembly is to be elected from the Western European and Other States Group. Annalena Baerbock has been nominated by Germany and endorsed by the Western European and Other States Group as the Group’s candidate. The meeting further drew lots by the Secretary-General to determine the Member State which will occupy the first seat in the General Assembly Hall at the eightieth session (Niger); and held election of the Vice-Presidents of the General Assembly and of officers of the Main Committees.A view of the sculpture by Danish artist Henrik Starcke in the Trusteeship Council during the General Assembly preparatory meeting of the High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.A view of the bust of Count Folke Bernadotte of Sweden who was the United Nations Mediator on Palestine, during the wreath-laying ceremony of Secretary-General on the occasion of International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2025 (29 May). In the background is Cheryl Pearce (left), Deputy Military Adviser of the Office of Military Affairs of Department of Peace Operations, and Faisal Shahkar, United Nations Police Adviser. Observed under the theme “The Future of Peacekeeping” this year’s International Day looks at the invaluable contributions military, police and civilian peacekeepers have made over the last nearly eight decades. It encapsulates the spirit of progress and collective action towards creating a more equal, just and sustainable world. Today, more than 68,000 civilians, military, and police personnel serve in 11 UN peacekeeping missions, confronting increasingly complex and interconnected challenges shaped by a shifting geopolitical landscape. Despite the challenges, peacekeepers remain steadfast in their pursuit of peace.Jean-Pierre Lacroix (left), Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, greets a participant during the Peacekeeping Military Police Medal Award Ceremony on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers (29 May). Observed under the theme “The Future of Peacekeeping” this year’s International Day looks at the invaluable contributions military, police and civilian peacekeepers have made over the last nearly eight decades. It encapsulates the spirit of progress and collective action towards creating a more equal, just and sustainable world. Today, more than 68,000 civilians, military, and police personnel serve in 11 UN peacekeeping missions, confronting increasingly complex and interconnected challenges shaped by a shifting geopolitical landscape. Despite the challenges, peacekeepers remain steadfast in their pursuit of peace.The Security Council votes on a draft resolution during the meeting on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. The resolution demanded an immediate unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza respected by all parties, it further demanded the immediate unconditional release of all hostages, as well as the lifting of all restrictions on the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza. The resolution received 14 votes in favour and one vote against (United States). The resolution was not adopted due to the veto by a permanent member. A view of Council members voting in favour of the resolution.Secretary-General António Guterres (centre) attends an event on the ship Santa Maria Manuela, organized by the Oceano Azul Foundation, during the UN Ocean Conference in Nice. The Secretary-General is attending the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France (9 June - 13 June). The 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development has the overarching theme “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”.Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, arrives in San Francisco.Secretary-General António Guterres (front) arrives to brief reporters on the situation in Gaza. "It is time for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. And full, safe and sustained humanitarian access," said the Secretary-General.Secretary-General António Guterres (left) walks with Stéphane Dujarric (centre), Spokesperson for the Secretary-General and Captain Mohammad Abdul-Hussein, OIC of the Executive Protection Unit (right) to brief reporters on the 168 United Nations personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty during 2024. "The women and men we honour today were not just names on a list. They were extraordinary individuals -- each one a story of courage, compassion, and service. They were driven by the pursuit of peace. By the urgency to ease human suffering. And by the conviction that every person, everywhere, deserves dignity and protection. This past year has been especially devastating in Gaza. Today’s ceremony includes recognition of 126 of our colleagues killed there -- 125 of them serving with UNRWA," said the Secretary-General.Secretary-General António Guterres (right) visits the solar panels on the roof of the United Nations Headquarters. The solar panels were a gift from India in 2019.Secretary-General António Guterres (left) speaks with with Emmanuel Macron (right), President of the Republic of France, during the UN Ocean Conference. Also present is Rodrigo Chaves Robles (centre), President of the Republic of Costa Rica. The Secretary-General is attending the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France (9 June - 13 June). The 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development has the overarching theme “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”.A musical performance by the International Art Academy Hope Orchestra during the informal General Assembly meeting of the plenary to commemorate the eightieth anniversary of the signing of the Charter of the United Nations.Secretary-General António Guterres briefs reporters during the UN Ocean Conference. "The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet. It produces half of the oxygen we breathe, nourishes billions of people, supports hundreds of millions of jobs, and underpins global trade. For many, the ocean is more than a source of food and livelihood. It shapes cultures…anchors identities… and feeds the soul," said the Secretary-General, and continued: "We are facing a hard battle, against a clear enemy. Its name is greed. Greed that sows doubt… denies science… distorts truth… rewards corruption… and destroys life for profit. We cannot let greed dictate the fate of our planet. That is why we are here this week: to stand in solidarity against those forces and reclaim what belongs to us all." The Secretary-General is attending the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France (9 June - 13 June). The 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development has the overarching theme “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”.Manal Radwan, Co-chair and Counsellor at the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs at Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, speaks during the General Assembly preparatory meeting of the High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.Portrait of Superintendent Zainab Gbla of Sierra Leone, UN Woman Police Officer of the Year Awardee.A detailed view of the gavel as Philemon Yang, President of the seventy-ninth session of the United Nations General Assembly, chairs the 73rd plenary meeting of the General Assembly. The Assembly held election of non-permanent members of the Security Council during the 73rd plenary meeting. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia, and Liberia were elected to serve as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council, with two-year terms beginning in January 2026. Elections are held annually by secret ballot, with seats allocated by regional group. Candidates must secure a two-thirds majority in the 193-member General Assembly to be elected.16th Plenary Session.Rafael Mariano Grossi (on screen), the Director General of the International Agency for Atomic Energy (IAEA), briefs the Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security. Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council that the bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites by the United States marks a “perilous turn”, warning that the region cannot endure yet another “cycle of destruction.” The Secretary-General said there must be an immediate ceasefire and returned to “serious, sustained negotiations.”

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