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.Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, speaks 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.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 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.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.Participants attend the first plenary meeting of the 24th Session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (21 April – 2 May). The theme of the 24th Session is "Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples within United Nations Member States and the United Nations system, including identifying good practices and addressing challenges”.Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, arrives in San Francisco.Georgios Gerapetritis, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic and President of the Security Council for the month of May, chairs the Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East (Syria).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.Modou Fall, or "The Plastic Man" as he is called, of Medina Gounass, Senegal, is transforming his neighborhood, that was once a dumping ground, into a sanctuary by tackling plastic pollution. Starting in 2020, with the help of volunteers, he began cleaning up the area by planting trees, creating educational panels, and repurposing discarded materials. His efforts go beyond cleanup, as he educates local children about recycling, sustainability, and the dangers of plastic pollution. Despite facing challenges, including threats from plastic lobbies and unaddressed environmental issues, the Plastic Man continues his mission. His work has earned him recognition, and he plans to expand his impact by creating an ecological training center for young people, promoting art from recycled materials, and organizing community clean-up campaigns. He believes small actions, like recycling or planting trees, can lead to significant change. His message is clear: everyone has a role in protecting the planet, and even the smallest efforts can make a big difference. Modou Fall wears an outfit of plastic bags and a sign saying "L'Afrique n'est pas une poubelle" (Africa is not a trash can).Sing Harlem performs during the 1st plenary meeting of the fourth session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (14-17 April). The forum is organized by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).Evangelos Sekeris, Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of May, briefs reporters on the Security Council programme of work for the month.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.Federica Pizzo shows the collection during the launch of the new United Nations Tour Guide uniforms. The design team, students from the Swedish School of Textiles at the University of Borås, at the launch of the new collection of the United Nations Tour Guide uniforms. The Swedish School of Textiles, part of the University of Borås, has become the first higher education institution to design and develop a new collection of Tour Guide uniforms for the UN Headquarters in New York. Twenty design students have worked together to create a collection that embodies sustainability, high fashion standards, and innovation.Cherry trees in bloom in the garden of UN Headquarters with the Secretariat building in the centre.Annalena Baerbock, Member of the German Bundestag, Former Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany and candidate for the position of President of the General Assembly for the eightieth session, speaks during the General Assembly informal interactive dialogue with the candidate for the position of President of the General Assembly for the eightieth session.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.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 flag of the United Nations that flies in front of UN Headquarters in New York. With its white emblem on a light blue field, the flag symbolizes the union of all people in search of a permanent, durable peace.Secretary-General António Guterres (front right) speaks with Lars Løkke Rasmussen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, ahead of a reception with members of the United Nations Chief Executives Board at the Maritime Museum of Denmark in Helsingør. The Secretary-General is in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he will chair the biannual session of the UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination, also known as the CEB, which brings together the heads of the UN system organizations. During their biannual session, the Chief Executives Board Members will reflect on current world affairs as they affect and are related to the UN system. They will also engage in deliberations on 'Adapting to New Realities: Leveraging the UN80 Initiative' and 'Upholding Respect for International Law'. While in Denmark, the Secretary-General is scheduled to meet the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen. He will also engage with UN staff based in Copenhagen, as well as with Danish media..Secretary-General António Guterres (second right from podium) addresses UN personnel during his visit to UN City in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Secretary-General is in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he will chair the biannual session of the UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination, also known as the CEB, which brings together the heads of the UN system organizations. During their biannual session, the Chief Executives Board Members will reflect on current world affairs as they affect and are related to the UN system. They will also engage in deliberations on 'Adapting to New Realities: Leveraging the UN80 Initiative' and 'Upholding Respect for International Law'. While in Denmark, the Secretary-General is scheduled to meet the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen. He will also engage with UN staff based in Copenhagen, as well as with Danish media.The new flag of the Syrian Arab Republic is raised during a flag raising event at United Nations Headquarters in New York. A bystander on the sidewalk outside the building, holding a Syrian flag, watches the occasion.16th Plenary Session.Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed (centre right) meets with Tunde Onakoya (not pictured), Chess Master, Guinness World Record-holder and child education advocate from Nigeria and his delegation.

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