Does UN defend human rights or interests of major powers?

Almost eight decades have passed since the founding of the United Nations, an organization born from the ruins of World War II with the purpose of guaranteeing peace, promoting human rights, and preventing humanity from repeating the horrors of the past. However, contemporary reality shows a weakened UN, silenced by the interests of the major powers and distant from the peoples who cry out for justice. 

UNESCO recognizes Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha as global cultural celebrations

During its 43rd General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, UNESCO officially recognized the Islamic holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, acknowledging their deep cultural, social, and spiritual significance across the globe.

Analysis / Nobel: A Political Reward or Peace Prize?

The leader of Venezuelan opposition Maria Corina Machado who on Friday was announced winner of the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for her so-called struggle for reviving democracy in Venezuela is now at the center of controversies and criticism for this award. The Nobel Committee described Machado the "key and unifying figure at a time the political opposition was divided."

Prominent figures detained in Gaza Flotilla crackdown

Israeli naval forces on Friday attacked the Marinette, the last active vessel of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, the assault concluding its two-day onslaught on a humanitarian aid fleet seeking to help Palestinians, facing famine and desperate for medicine.

UN experts urge FIFA, UEFA to boycott Israeli teams over Gaza genocide

UN human rights experts call on FIFA and UEFA to stop “legitimizing” and “normalizing” the Israeli regime’s crimes against Palestinians, including its ongoing war of genocide on the Gaza Strip, by letting the Israeli team continue to participate in various international events.

Global Sumud Flotilla nears Gaza amid Israeli threats

The Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian convoy aiming to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, is approaching the region amid rising threats of Israeli interception. With over 50 vessels from 44 countries, organizers call it the largest mission of its kind in decades.

Growing calls in West to boycott “Israel” culturally over Gaza war

Calls are mounting within Western artistic circles for a cultural boycott of Israeli entity. Many see this as an echo of the international boycott campaign that helped dismantle the apartheid regime in South Africa.

Global musicians demand removal of tracks from Israeli platforms

Over 400 global musicians launched a boycott campaign to remove their music from Israeli platforms in protest of Gaza violence.

US veto Gaza ceasefire sparks global outrage over blocked humanitarian resolution

The U.S. vetoed a UN resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, drawing global outrage.

Campaign urges England, France, Italy, and Spain to boycott Israel football team

A global campaign called #GameOverIsrael is urging major football nations to boycott Israel’s national and club teams.

Hundreds of film industry professionals pledge cultural boycott of Israeli institutions over Gaza war

Hundreds of film industry professionals have signed a new pledge vowing not to work with Israeli film institutions “implicated in Gaza genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.”

Global protests erupt against Israeli offensive in Gaza Strip

Mass protests took place across major cities worldwide condemning Israel’s military actions in Gaza and calling for a ceasefire.

Global wave of anti-Israel protests: From Sydney to Athens and Morocco, voices rise in solidarity with Gaza

The Australian Foreign Minister emphasized her country’s support for humanitarian aid to Gaza and called for an end to the suffering of Palestinians, in a statement released as 100,000 Australians rallied in solidarity with Gaza.

Feminism for sale: A multi-billion dollar industry

It was 2019 when Serena Williams, the world tennis champion, appeared in Nike’s advertising campaign with the slogan “Dream Crazier” to convey this global brand’s message of support to female athletes striving to break barriers and defy expectations. That same year, American track and field champion Allyson Felix revealed in an interview the discriminatory conditions in her contract with the company: “I asked Nike to contractually guarantee that I wouldn’t be punished if I didn’t perform at my best in the months surrounding childbirth.”

Millions of Muslims observe Ashura to honor martyrdom Imam Hussein

Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, is being observed by millions globally in remembrance of Imam Hussein (AS), who was martyred in the Battle of Karbala.

Iran blackout drops global Bitcoin mining by nearly 5%

Iran says its recent internet blackout led to a 5% global decline in bitcoin mining. Officials blame cryptomining for straining the power grid and highlight the issue during recent conflict with Israel. Nearly a million mining machines went offline, saving 2.4 GW in power.

U.N. experts condemn U.S. attack on Iran, emphasizing permanent halt to hostilities

A group of special rapporteurs of the United Nations have unequivocally condemned the United States attack on Iran, demanding permanent end to the hostilities.

UN Chief condemns US military action against Iran as threat to global peace

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly criticized military strikes conducted by the United States on Iranian territory, characterizing them as a direct endangerment to international peace and stability.**

UN Chief urges immediate end to Israeli war, warns of global consequences

The Secretary-General of the United Nations, warned of the consequences of the Israeli regime’s war against Iran, calling for an end to this war.

Millions of Muslims worldwide mark Eid al-Adha

Global March to Gaza mobilizes thousands to break Israeli blockade

A global coalition has launched the Global March to Gaza, aiming to enter the besieged Strip on foot. The initiative seeks to stop the genocide, deliver urgent aid, and break the Israeli blockade.

Pro-Palestinian protesters stage ‘Nakba Day’ rallies worldwide

Pro-Palestinian protesters have staged rallies to commemorate "Nakba Day" in major cities across the globe.

Analysis: World Quds Day, the Symbol of Global Resistance

Since the historic naming of the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan as the World Quds Day by Islamic Republic of Iran leader and founder Imam Khomeini to show the unity of the Muslim world and solidarity with the Palestinian nation against the Israeli occupation and Western imperialism, the event is annually marked enthusiastically.

South Africa, Malaysia, Colombia reiterated their determination to block ships carrying weapons for Israel

Leaders of South Africa, Malaysia and Colombia have reiterated their determination to prevent Israel-bound vessels carrying weapons from using their ports, amid the regime’s ongoing genocide in the Gaza strip.

Trump's insatiable appetite; After Panama, Canada, Greenland, Gaza, now Ukraine and Saudi Arabia

In response to the Trump administration's proposal to seize 50% of Ukraine's rare minerals, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, stated on Saturday: This plan does not safeguard Ukraine and its interests.