UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

The United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) helps prevent conflict & sustain peace around the world. Headed by @DicarloRosemary

[UN Peacekeeping @UNPeacekeeping]

On 29 May, #PKDay honored UN peacekeepers past & present serving the cause of peace.

Today, @UN Chief @antonioguterres will preside over a wreath-laying & awards ceremony at UNHQ.

❗Watch live at 10 AM EST: https://t.co/ehnnVVluYk

📸 @UNIFIL_ @MONUSCO @UN_CYPRUS @unmissmedia

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

The Secretary General is alarmed about the reports of violence in Mogadishu. He calls on all parties to exercise utmost restraint, refrain from any actions that could incite further violence, and resolve political differences through dialogue. 🔗https://t.co/T2gOp1F40D

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire following the trilateral meeting between Israeli and Lebanese representatives on 2 and 3 June 2026, in Washington, D.C. He urges all actors to fully respect the cessation of hostilities.
🔗 https://t.co/CEehRZPWnL

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

#BREAKING

UN General Assembly ELECTS following States as non-permanent members of the Security Council for two-year terms beginning 1 Jan 2027:

🇦🇹 Austria
🇵🇹 Portugal
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Voting continues for the remaining one seat from the Asia-Pacific States.

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

.@UN_Spokesperson: This week, the Quintet will convene Sudanese civilian stakeholders in Addis Ababa for a workshop to discuss the parameters and priorities of a future inter-Sudanese civilian dialogue.
https://t.co/uUmOSUC6Br

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

📢 Applications are now open for the 2027 Standby Team of Senior Mediation Advisers.
The Standby Team provides support to the good offices, preventive diplomacy and #mediation efforts of senior envoys and representatives of the @UN and its partners.
👉More https://t.co/ndBYDn4QAw

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

The UN continues to warn against the escalation in the war in Ukraine after a drone struck a residential building in Romania last week.

https://t.co/MbCBzSoIMw

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

Briefing the Security Council, Director Kayoko Gotoh warned that the recent drone strike in Romania that injured civilians highlights the growing risk of spillover from the war in Ukraine. We urge dialogue and negotiations to resume.

Her full remarks: https://t.co/NpoTz10iYJ

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

This afternoon, Director for Europe and Central Asia Divisions Kayoko Gotoh will brief the @UN Security Council on maintenance of peace and security of #Ukraine.
Follow the meeting live from 3 PM EDT via @UNWebTV: https://t.co/dMkZCkFSBb

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

“This Week in DPPA”: Security Council discusses Ukraine; UN Good Offices Mission in Cyprus briefs diplomatic community on Technical Committees; SRSG and Head of UNRCCA Imnadze promotes regional cooperation on water and climate challenges and more: https://t.co/VdEETz32Si

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

Peacekeeping and special political missions are vital instruments of multilateral action for peace. Peace requires sustained commitment and collective action. By investing in prevention, dialogue and peacebuilding, we can help build a more stable future. #InvestInPeace #PKDay

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

.@UN_Spokesperson: The Secretary-General is alarmed by the reported overnight drone incident involving a residential building in the Romanian city of Galati. We condemn any attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure, wherever they occur.  https://t.co/tkbkKsRc1k

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

Today, the #UNSC held an adoption meeting on South Sudan. For more on subsidiary organs of the Council, see Part IX of the #UNSCAD #Repertoire https://t.co/Tnic5KYrr7

[United Nations DGACM @UNDGACM_EN]

The 2026 Regional Seminar of the Special Committee on #Decolonization wrapped up in Managua, Nicaragua 🇳🇮 (25-27 May).

Supported by colleagues from DGACM & @UNDPPA, 110 participants discussed issues related to the 17 non-self-governing territories.

[Misión de la ONU en Colombia @MisionONUCol]

After years of searching, Cristian Daniel Sánchez received his mother’s remains from the Unit for the Search for Missing Persons. His journey—and his life—are a testament to how the Peace Agreement has changed lives.

👉 https://t.co/ElPn0SvQ9H

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

#BREAKING

Security Council ADOPTS resolution renewing sanctions on South Sudan, including assets freezes, travel bans and arms embargo, and the mandate of the panel of experts assisting the sanctions committee.

Voting result
In favor: 9
Against: 0
Abstain: 6

[UN Peacekeeping @UNPeacekeeping]

Today is the International Day of @UN Peacekeepers.

Peace doesn't happen by accident. It is a shared responsibility that requires political will, sustained financing, and collective commitment.

Now is the time to #InvestInPeace. Everywhere. For everyone.

#PKDay

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

.@UN_Spokesperson: We are deeply concerned by the escalating hostilities in Lebanon, with reported Israeli strikes in southern Beirut and continued attacks by Hizbullah on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon. We urge all actors to stop any further attacks. https://t.co/Ko3nlLhwZw

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

In its fifth year, the Russian Federation’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine continues to deepen threats to regional and international peace and security. A return to dialogue and negotiations remains imperative, @khiari_khaled told the Security Council.

🔗https://t.co/zWgy89aUib

[UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA]

This afternoon, the UN Security Council will hold a briefing on Ukraine and hear from Assistant Secretary-General @khiari_khaled. Secretary-General @antonioguterres is expected to deliver short remarks.

Follow the meeting live from 3PM EDT via @UNWebTV: https://t.co/YcKM5AC27J