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The ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, where M23 controls significant territory, highlights the tensions between Kinshasa and Kigali regarding security and sovereignty. The Geneva talks…
Minab Children's Art Exhibition Opens at UN in Geneva
An exhibition of children's paintings from Minab, named 'Children of Minab Still Draw the Sun', was inaugurated by Iran's Permanent Mission at the UN in…
Hormuz Strait Economic Crisis Attributed to US-Israeli Aggression
Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN, represented by Ali Bahreini, claims that the economic crisis in the Hormuz Strait is a direct consequence of aggression…
Geneva Talks Assess Rwanda-DRC Peace Agreement Amid Ongoing Conflict
The Geneva talks focus on the peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), amidst ongoing fighting and disputes regarding security commitments.…
Iran's UN Envoy: Assessing Hormuz Crisis Requires Addressing Root Causes of US and Israeli Aggression
Iran's UN envoy emphasized that evaluations of the Strait of Hormuz crisis must consider its root causes, which he claims stem from US and Israeli…
Discovery of Wound-Healing Peptides to Combat Bacterial Infections in Cystic Fibrosis
Researchers at the University of Geneva have identified that cystic fibrosis leads to chronic bacterial infections due to the abnormal activation of connexin 43, affecting…
Israel Closes British Consulate in East Jerusalem Amid Settlement Import Restrictions
Israel has decided to close the British consulate in East Jerusalem in response to proposals from Britain, France, and Canada to restrict imports from Israeli…
Iran Envoy Criticizes US Strategy of Sanctions and Warfare
Ali Bahreini, Iran's envoy to the UN in Geneva, criticized the US for its sanctions and military actions against Iran, asserting that these measures are…
UN Rights Chief Commends India's Dialogue Approach to Protests, Critiques Repression in Pakistan and China
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Trk commended India's dialogue-first approach to student protests, contrasting it with repression in Pakistan and China. This highlights…
China's Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou Leads Global Innovation Clusters for Second Year
The World Intellectual Property Organization reported that the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou cluster in China is the world's top innovation cluster for the second year in a…
Iran Calls on UN to Hold US and Israel Accountable for Alleged War Crimes
Iran's mission to the UN has called for accountability for the United States and Israel regarding alleged war crimes committed during their recent actions against…
UN Reduces Food Assistance in West Bank Amid Rising Humanitarian Crisis
The World Food Program announced a 50% reduction in food assistance in the occupied West Bank due to funding shortages, amid rising violence and restrictions.…
'UN Secretary-General calls for protection of global shipping amid regional conflicts'
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged for the protection of global shipping routes amid regional conflicts that threaten trade. His call for adherence to international…
Iran Denounces US Airstrikes as War Crimes Under Geneva Conventions
Iran has condemned the US for what it describes as unprecedented violations of the Geneva Conventions, specifically citing threats and airstrikes against its civilian infrastructure…
UN Human Rights Chief Warns of Iran's Use of Executions to Suppress Dissent; 56 Executed Since March
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk has expressed concern over the increase in executions in Iran, stating that at least 56 individuals have been executed…
Isfahan Tourism Specialist Wins Silver Medal at Geneva Innovation Competition
An Isfahan-based tourism specialist has been awarded a silver medal at the 6th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions for developing an artificial intelligence-based tourism platform.…
UN Rights Expert Critiques US-Iran Deal for Overlooking Iranian People's Needs
UN rights expert Mai Sato criticized the US-Iran deal, stating that the interests and needs of the Iranian people are largely overlooked. This commentary highlights…
Challenges Ahead for US-Iran Negotiators Following Bürgenstock Talks
US and Iran negotiators have concluded talks in Bürgenstock, but significant challenges remain ahead in reaching an agreement. The discussions are crucial for both nations…
US and Iran Prioritize Israel-Hezbollah Conflict in Switzerland Talks
US and Iranian negotiators held emergency talks in Switzerland to address the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, marking a significant focus for both parties. This session underscores the…
Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts to Facilitate US-Iran Dialogue, Says Swiss Foreign Ministry
The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced ongoing global diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue between the US and Iran. While the identities of the participating diplomats remain…