In a joint call to defuse, United Nations agencies have warned that new risks of conflict triggering a new trip to a region already tense by decades of war and instability.

The United Nations Agency for Refugees (Hcr)) Military strikes have led people in Iran and Israel to flee their homes in search of the security of Tit-For-Tat missile strikes.

“Movements have been reported to Tehran and other parts of Iran, some choosing to cross the neighboring countries,” said the agency. Meanwhile, “the bombings led people in Israel to seek shelter elsewhere in the country and in some cases abroad.”

“” This region has already endured more than its share of war, loss and displacement – we cannot allow another crisis of refugees to take root“Said the United Nations High Commissioner for Filippo Refugees Granded.” The time to defuse is at the moment. Once people are forced to flee, there is no quick path back – And too often, the consequences last generations. “”

UNHCR has urged the countries of the region to respect the right to seek asylum and ensure humanitarian access to affected people, while calling on all parties to protect civilians and civil infrastructure.

Nuclear risks increase as Iranian installations reach

The conflict collapsed following Israeli air strikes on several nuclear -related Iranian sites during last week, including a centrifuge manufacturing workshop in Esfahan, according to the UN International Atomic Energy Agency (Aiea).

“This is the third installation of this type which was targeted in last week,” confirmed the director general Rafael Mariano Grossi, noting that the installation was under surveillance of the IAEA within the framework of the Complete full action plan (JCPOA)-The nuclear agreement signed with Iran in 2015, from which the United States withdrew in 2017.

“We know this installation well. There was no nuclear matter on this site and therefore the attack on this subject will have no radiological consequences“He said. However, Mr. Grossi warned that continuous strikes on nuclear infrastructure strongly undermine nuclear security and security.

“” Although they have not so far led to radiological release affecting the public, there is a danger that this could happen. “”

The IAEA has followed damage to the sites of Esfahan, Arak, Karaj, Natanz and Tehran since the start of the Israeli military campaign against Iran on June 13. T

The agency has provided regular updates to the UN Security adviceWho has not yet reached consensus on an answer. Friday, the ambassadors who debate the climbing heard during an emergency meeting in New York heard the UN Secretary General António Guterres warn that If the fights intensified, it could “turn on a fire, no one can control”.

Gaza in ruins, the Palestinians face famine

The regional assembly crisis takes place in the context of the war in Gaza, where humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate.

On Saturday, the head of the United Nations Agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, painted a dark image of life in the enclave during an address to the organization of Islamic cooperation in Istanbul.

“” In Gaza, two million people are hungry“He said frankly.The “so-called newly created aid mechanism” is an abomination that humiliates and degrades desperate people. It is a death screed, which costs more lives than it saves. »»

Lazzarini has described a territory devastated by almost two years of conflict, with more than 55,000 dead by local authorities of the Strip – the majority of women and children.

The survivors, he said, “are shadows of their old self; Their lives has changed forever by an unspeakable trauma and a deep loss. “”

In the occupied West Bank, the displacement and destruction of public infrastructure modify the demography of the Palestinian camps, he added, in what he described as an effort to erase the perspective of a Palestinian state under the solution to two states not sustained and undressing the Palestinians of refugee status.

UNRWA in the reticle

“” UNRWA has become an objective of this war“Warned Mr. Lazzarini, citing the death of at least 318 of the agency staff in Gaza since the terrorist attacks on October 7 against Israel by Hamas and other activists, the expulsion of international staff and a disinformation campaign aimed at paralyzing its funding.

Despite these pressures, UNRWA continues to provide rescue services, including more than 15,000 health consultations per day, waste management and shelter support.

UNRWA’s financial situation is now “disastrous,” said the chief of the agency. “” Without additional funding, I will soon have to make unprecedented decisions affecting our operations Throughout the region. »»

He called on Member States to act urgently: “The sudden loss or the reduction of UNRWA services will only deepen suffering and despair through the occupied Palestinian territory. This could arouse unrest in neighboring countries. This is something that the region cannot afford, especially now. ”

With more than 5.5 billion people connected online – almost all active on social networks – digital platforms have become central to the way people interact, United Nations Strengths.

However, they are also armed to spread misogyny and hatred. Once confined to the Internet forums Fringe, the Manosphere now reaches school lessons, workplaces and sometimes upsets intimate personal relationships.

“We note an increasing trend of young men and boys who seek to influence advice on questions such as dating, physical form and paternity,” said Kalliopi Mingerou, head of the end of women of violence against women and girls of the UN.

In search of answers to feel more security towards themselves, these boys encounter a “force” in online communities which also promote harmful attitudes which distort the masculinity and misogyny of fuel.

Boys are looking for “online validation”

“These spaces really benefit from these insecurity and a need for validation … Very often messages in circulation which are very disdainful of the positions of women and girls in society and which are often very misogynist, depicting a very bad image of the rights of women’s rights, for example,” said Mingeirou. UN News.

According to the Movember Foundation, a leading male health organization and partner of UN women, two thirds of young men regularly engage with influencers of online masculinity.

Although some content provides real support, a large part promotes extreme language and a sexist ideology, strengthening the idea that men are victims of feminism and modern social change.

Most recent Report of the UN Secretary General on violence against women and girls Note that groups within the Manosphere are united in their rejection of feminism and their representation of women as manipulative or dangerous.

These stories are increasingly amplified by social media algorithms which reward provocative and polarizing content.

Misogynum contents harm girls and boys

Stressing that anonymity facilitates the amplification of sexist and hatred discourse on platforms, Mrs. Mingeirou told us that the abuse damages not only their mental and physical well-being, but also presents “a serious risk of democracy in general”.

“Women and girls feel less comfortable to be exposed to risks and threats when they get involved in digital platforms – and we often see women journalists, politicians who tend to commit, because they are afraid of the impact that it has on them.”

A underlying that stereotypes create anxiety and harm boys and men, Mingeirou has added that safe spaces must be created, so that everyone can look for advice without being subjected to harmful content.

A threat beyond the internet

The toxic Manosphere stories are no longer limited to obscure online spaces. Their influence infiltrates a wider culture and policy, trivializing gender -based violence and strengthening discriminatory stereotypes.

In extreme cases, these ideologies intersect with other forms of radicalization, including racism, homophobia and authoritarianism. Online misogyny quickly becomes offline of misogyny.

“We have increasing evidence that in some of the community mass fire or extreme incidents against the community, the authors were often strongly engaged in such misogynous online platforms, transmitting messages connecting with wider ideologies that put us in danger,” said Mingeirou.

These communities do not all speak of one voice, but they are united to portray feminism as dangerous, women as manipulators and men as victims of social change. Their ideas are gaining ground, especially in boys and young men, amplified by algorithms that prioritize sensational and extreme content. Manosphere stories are no longer limited to internet niche corners. They shape how people think, how they vote and how they treat others.

A rights based on rights

While the world marks the 30th anniversary of Beijing declaration and platform for actionUN women warn that the rise of online misogyny is a direct threat to progress made towards gender equality.

In response, the agency increases efforts to counter toxic digital environments. Their several component approach includes:

• Data research and collection On the spread and impact of hatred online.
• Political advocacy for digital safety and regulations.
• Support for survivors online abuse.
• Public education campaigns Deterpate toxic masculinity.
• Programming focused on young people aimed at strengthening digital resilience and promoting gender equality.
• Call on the media To play a more active role in solving this problem.

Education as prevention

In the end, education is one of the most effective tools to dismantle the foundation of misogynistic ideology. Talking to children and adolescents about gender equality, healthy relationships and digital citizenship is crucial to prevent harmful attitudes from taking root.

“It’s not just about protecting girls,” said Mingeirou. “It’s about creating a world where boys and girls can freely grow toxic pressure from harmful gender expectations.”

The exploits of the longtime established space nations-in particular the United States-can still dominate major titles, but countries as diverse as Zimbabwe, Honduras and Malta signal their intention to take advantage of the advantages of activities related to space.

These small states, and many others, ask belonging to the United Nations organization which helps to shape internationally agreed rules on the peaceful use of space and to avoid a new “Wild West” free for everything, which could potentially lead to conflicts.

Why the countries turn to the sky

What attracts countries like Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia and Maldives to space? Although their motivations are varied, the advantages of space quickly become obvious to everyone. Spatial technologies allow access to critical data and services that support climate resilience, response to disasters and sustainable development. In the development states of small islands, for example, satellite data help monitor the level of sea level and improve early alert systems for hurricanes and floods.

In Ghana And TongaTHE United Nations Office for External Space Affairs (UNOOSA) recently helped develop capital “digital twins” using satellite and AI data. These virtual models can simulate flood scenarios, allowing governments to identify vulnerable infrastructure, strengthen emergency intervention plans and react more effectively when disasters strike.

Many actors in emerging space face significant obstacles, including high technical and financial obstacles, as well as underdeveloped national regulations and legal frameworks. Unoosa helps to fill these shortcomings by advising national space legislation and helping the countries to sail Space treaty and the Registration congresswhich aims to provide a precise image of all the objects launched in space.

THE Access to space for all programsFor example, helps non -spatial nations to launch useful charges, carry out experiences and access the data from space missions. Kenya, Mauritius, Guatemala and Moldova have all successfully launched their first satellite in partnership with the Kibocube JAXA / UNOOSA programWho collaborates with teams from developing countries to deploy small cubic satellites from the international space station.

Unoosa Space law for new space players The project supports emerging space nations to develop robust legal and political frameworks for outdoor space activities, and the Space4Women The initiative developed the Gender temporary tool box for the space sector To help organizations engage in equity in sex, to promote equal opportunities, to empower women and girls through dedicated programming and to follow measurable progress. Another flagship initiative, Unadderoffers capacity building specializing in the use of space applications for disaster risk reduction and emergency response.

“While we are faced with a renewed escalation on the ground and the crisis elsewhere, it is essential to maintain concentrated attention on the urgent need of peace in Ukraine,” said UN deputy secretary general, Miroslav Jenča – one of the two senior officials who are briefing ambassadors.

During the three weeks following the last meeting of the Council on Ukraine, Russia led large -scale attacks that are implacable against cities and cities, resulting in a significant increase in civilian victims.

Kyiv Deadly Attack

A combined attack of drones and missiles against the Kyiv capital Day after 16 to 17 June was one of the deadliest in one year. At least 28 civilians were killed and more than 130 injured. Many others are still missing under the rubble of the 35 apartments destroyed that night.

Attacks would also have taken place in Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Zytomyr, Kiroohrad, Mykolav and kyiv the same evening, with two civilians were killed and were injured in Odesa.

“These levels of death and destruction risk a drop in hope for an immediate cease-fire and threaten to undermine the prospects for lasting peace,” he said.

“Spectacular increase” of victims

United Nations Human Rights Office data, Ohchrreveals that at least 13,438 civilians, including 713 children, have been killed since Russia launched its large -scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. 33,270 other civilians were injured, including more than 2,000 children.

The number of civilian victims in the first five months of this year alone totaled 5,144 – almost 50% more than in the same period in 2024. In the number, 859 were killed and 4,285 injured.

“This spectacular increase is the result of an intensified use of long -range weapons, both of missiles and blurred ammunition, against the cities of Ukraine,” said Jenča.

The Ukrainian authorities report that between June 1 and 17, the Russian forces launched at least 3,340 long -range drones, including ammunition and lure drones of strolling, and 135 missiles in the country. This is compared to 544 long -range ammunition launched throughout June 2024.

Attacks reported in Russia

The climbing of violence also continues to be reported in the Russian regions which borders Ukraine, although a much lower level.

In the Kursk region, a woman died in the hospital one day after being injured during a Ukrainian drone attack while a man was killed, and five others injured, during a strike from a recreational center. The UN has not been able to check these reports.

“Allow me once again unequivocal-attacks on civilians and civil infrastructure is strictly prohibited by international humanitarian law, wherever they occur,” said Jenča, reiterating the United Nations condemnation.

Diplomatic developments welcomed

Meanwhile, “significant diplomatic developments took place on the difficult route to lasting peace in Ukraine”.

The Ukrainian and Russian delegations held their second meeting opposite Istanbul on June 2. They would have exchanged written memorandums describing their respective visions for a cease-fire and parameters against a future peace establishment.

The parties also concluded an agreement for the large -scale exchange of prisoners of war, fatal remains and civilian detainees. Exchanges have been made since then, the last round that took place earlier Friday. The deadly remains of 6,057 Ukrainians and 78 Russian services were also returned to June 16.

“We welcome the pursuit of all significant diplomatic efforts, including recent talks in Istanbul. We urge the parties to progress tangible to a ceasefire and a lasting settlement by continuous discussions, “said Jenča.

Faced with climbing, he called to fear efforts “to ensure that the fragile diplomatic process is not only supported but becomes irreversible”.

Civilians carry the weight

Meanwhile, civilians continue to bear the serious consequences of war, said Edem Wosornu, Director of Operations at the United Nations Office for Humanitarian Affairs Coordination (Ochha).

“While war continues, millions of lives are affected every day.

About 3.7 million people have been moved to Ukraine, including 60,000 newly displaced people from first -line regions since January. Nearly six million citizens are now refugees, mainly in Europe.

In the midst of the intensification of hostilities, the government continues to order the compulsory evacuation of families with children from front-line villages, she said. However, for some people in these places, “attacks are so frequent that the evacuations themselves become a risky perspective”.

Risky humanitarian workers

Wosornu noted that humanitarian workers are also faced with growing threats. This year, two humanitarian workers were killed and 24 injured during the aid, and some 68 incidents of violence concerning rescue staff, assets and facilities were recorded.

She said that “despite an operational environment assaulted by multiple risks and challenges”, the humanitarian workers remain committed and committed, and their operations are continuing. Between January and May, they reached some 3.4 million people with vital aid, including food, water, medicines, health services and support for livelihoods.

Humanitarians are looking for $ 2.6 billion for Ukraine this year, and $ 816 million was obtained, she said, stressing the importance of the importance of “timely financial support”.

Put an end to war

Ms. Wosornu concluded her remarks by renewing the calls before that the Council takes urgent collective measures in three areas, in particular by protecting civilians and ensuring safe humanitarian access to all needs.

Ambassadors have also been invited to ensure supported financial support because the “drop in financing trends” threatens aid efforts.

His final request was a call to “put an end to this war and, until then, ensuring that humanitarian concerns are a central element of discussions on a break in the fighting or in the long term.”