IHRD

We support and amplify the @UN and call for needed reforms.

We are fully independent.

[Filippo Grandi @FilippoGrandi]

Migrants manipulated to create political pressure on Spain.

Many governments’ reactions driven by domestic politics — zero genuine concerns.

EU coordination hesitant, difficult to understand.

Not a word of compassion for the victims.

#Ceuta: what a failure, Europe.

[Amnesty International @amnesty]

We are confronting the most challenging moment of our age. Humanity is under attack from transnational anti-rights movements and predatory governments determined to assert their dominance through unlawful wars and brazen economic blackmail.

What marks this moment as fundamentally different is that we’re no longer documenting erosion around the system’s edges. This is a direct assault on the foundations of human rights and the international rules-based order by the most powerful actors for the purpose of control, impunity and profit.

For the sake of humanity, the time to make history is now. #HumanityMustWin

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

UNICEF is outraged by the killing of two drivers of trucks contracted by UNICEF to provide clean water to families in the Gaza Strip.

The victims were killed by Israeli fire in an incident that took place early this morning at the Mansoura water filling point in northern Gaza. UNICEF extends our condolences to the families of the men killed.

Full statement: https://t.co/gFQLWpCcaP

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

I strongly condemn the unauthorized entry into the @UN Sheikh Jarrah compound held by @UNRWA in occupied East Jerusalem by Israeli authorities.

This compound is inviolable & immune from any other form of interference.

I urge Israel to immediately take all necessary steps to restore, preserve & uphold the inviolability of UNRWA premises & to refrain from taking any further action with regard to these premises.

[Philippe Lazzarini @UNLazzarini]

Today in the early morning, Israeli police accompanied by municipal officials forcibly entered the @UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem. Police motorcycles, as well as trucks & forklifts, were brought in & all communications were cut. Furniture, IT equipment & other property was seized. The @UN flag was pulled down & replaced with an Israeli flag.

This latest action represents a blatant disregard of Israel’s obligation as a United Nations Member State to protect & respect the inviolability of UN premises. 

Following months of harassment that included arson attacks in 2024, hateful demonstrations & intimidation, supported by a large-scale disinformation campaign, as well as anti-UNRWA legislation passed by the Israeli parliament in breach of its international obligations, UNRWA personnel were forced to vacate the compound at the beginning of this year.

However, whatever action taken domestically, the compound retains its status as a UN premises, immune from any form of interference.

Israel is party to the Convention on the Privileges & Immunities of the UN. The Convention makes UN premises inviolable - in other words, immune from search and/or seizure - and makes UN property and assets immune from legal process. 

The International Court of Justice has also underscored that Israel is obliged to cooperate with UNRWA & other UN agencies.

There can be no exceptions. To allow this represents a new challenge to international law, one that creates a dangerous precedent anywhere else the UN is present across the world.

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

Violence across Darfur and Kordofan in Sudan is escalating fast.

Thousands are fleeing—others are trapped in danger.

We can’t afford to look away.

[Ro Khanna @RoKhanna]

If Netanyahu's government is treating Greta Thunberg this way, imagine how they are treating women and children in Gaza.

[Mark Leon Goldberg @MarkLGoldberg]

You know what international agency manages the global Tsunami warning system?

@UNESCO — from which the US withdrew last week.

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

These aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjThese aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjThese aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjThese aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjThese aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjThese aren’t just budget cuts.

They’re lifelines being pulled from millions of people forced to flee.

This is the real impact of funding cuts.

Learn more: https://t.co/1ZdMQlvgjA

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life, notably of a large number of children, caused by the recent floods in Texas.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims & express my solidarity with all those impacted.

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

“Every day—right now in my work in Africa and globally—I’m protecting people in the U.S.” Americans in WHO: Dr. Meg Doherty ⁦@mdoherty_hiv⁩ https://t.co/gXrTV4UF0V

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

Monday marks three years since the Russian Federation launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, in clear violation of the @UN Charter and international law.

On this tragic occasion, I reaffirm the urgent need for a just, sustainable and comprehensive peace – one that fully upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders, in accordance with the UN Charter, international law, and resolutions of the General Assembly.

From the very first day of the war, the UN has stood in full solidarity with the people of Ukraine, delivering life-saving humanitarian assistance to millions in need and supporting long-term recovery and reconstruction efforts.

The war in Ukraine stands as a grave threat not only to the peace and security of Europe but also to the very foundations and core principles of the UN.

Enough is enough. After three years of death and destruction, I once again call for urgent de-escalation and an immediate end to the hostilities. I welcome all efforts towards achieving a just and inclusive peace. The UN stands ready to support such efforts.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

I welcome the announcement of a deal to secure a ceasefire & hostage release in Gaza.

I commend the mediators — Egypt, Qatar & the USA — for their dedicated efforts in brokering this deal.

I call on all to uphold their commitments & ensure that this deal is fully implemented.

From the outset of the violence, I have called for an immediate ceasefire & the immediate & unconditional release of all hostages.

Our priority must be to ease the tremendous suffering caused by this conflict. I call on all to facilitate the rapid, unhindered & safe humanitarian relief for all civilians in need. From our side, we will do whatever is humanly possible, aware of the serious challenges that we will be facing.

I urge the parties and relevant partners to seize this opportunity to establish a credible political path to a better future for Palestinians, Israelis & the broader region. Ending the occupation & achieving a negotiated two-state solution, with Israel & Palestine living side by side in peace & security, in line with international law, relevant UN resolutions, and previous agreements remain an urgent priority. Only through a viable two-state solution can the aspirations of both peoples be fulfilled.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

I welcome the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.

I hope that this agreement can put an end to the violence, suffering and destruction both countries have been experiencing.

[United Nations @UN]

NEWS: The Pact for the Future has been adopted by member countries by consensus at UN Headquarters in New York.

The adoption will help pave the way for greater international cooperation for #OurCommonFuture.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

What's happening in Gaza is totally unacceptable.

A school turned shelter for around 12,000 people was hit by Israeli airstrikes again today.

Six of our @UNRWA colleagues are among those killed.

These dramatic violations of international humanitarian law need to stop now.

[IHRD @official_IHRD]

Act now for clean air! UNEP, WHO, and the World Bank are working to fight air pollution for the health of our planet and us. https://t.co/IOQtrl3bie
#CleanAirNow #WorldCleanAirDay

[UNRWA @UNRWA]

Children in #Gaza have started receiving polio vaccines this morning. This is today in Nuseirat.

The vaccination campaign has begun in the Gaza middle area, where over 200 of our teams are administrating vaccines in 28 @UNRWA health facilities and going tent to tent

#UNRWAworks

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

Children in #Gaza are receiving much-needed #polio vaccines today.

Ultimately, the best vaccine for these children is peace.

[Carl Skau @WFPChief]

This is totally unacceptable and must change immediately. We have repeatedly asked for a functioning deconfliction system in Gaza, and yet the current arrangements have failed. Humanitarians are #NotATarget. https://t.co/FUWBV8dNk6