United Nations secretary-general urges international unity in facing serious crises
President Trump seeks 'bold action' to make United Nations 'a greater force for peace'
Trump noted he saw UN's potential when he built tower across street
In office since January, this will be Trump’s first U.N. General Assembly gathering
World leaders gather in New York, beginning Sept. 17, for their annual U.N. meetings that promise a busy agenda amid numerous ongoing conflicts. The talks follow increased nuclear and ballistic missile activity from North Korea and a growing humanitarian crisis in Myanmar. VOA's Margaret Besheer reports that leaders will also be eager to hear what U.S. President Donald Trump says in his first U.N. speech.
Secretary-general calls for action by Security Council, which has asked Myanmar's national leaders to end violence and restore 'normal life' for Muslim Rohingyas
Myanmar's de-facto leader faces withering condemnation over plight of Rohingya Muslims refugees; U.N. Security Council to discuss crisis on Wednesday
US, allies say import restrictions affecting fuel, textiles and workers prove international resolve to halt Pyongyang’s nuclear program
Number of Rohingya Muslims who have fled to Bangladesh now estimated at 370,000
U.S. and its allies say import restrictions on fuel, textiles and workers demonstrate international resolve to halt North Korea’s nuclear program
US envoy says regime has not yet passed the point of no return
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nation's Nikki Haley said Tuesday that if President Donald Trump decides not to certify Iran's compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal next month, it does not mean that the United States will withdraw from the agreement. VOA's Margaret Besheer reports
UN Ambassador Haley says requirement that US president 'recertify' compliance with 2015 nuclear deal is separate understanding between White House and Congress
U.S. envoy Nikki Haley warns North Korea Monday that the U.S. does not have unlimited patience, as she called on U.N. Security Council members to support new, robust sanctions against the rogue regime. From the United Nations, VOA's Margaret Besheer has more on the situation.
US Ambassador Nikki Haley calls for 'strongest possible measures' after Pyongyang's latest nuclear test
International Organization for Migration says 18,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled into Bangladesh in the past week
With no safe, legal passage to Europe, more than 100,000 migrants and refugees have nevertheless crossed the Mediterranean Sea this year, many setting off from Libya, which has become a trafficking hub. In recent months, the Libyan coast guard has expanded its operations beyond its territorial waters, threatening rescue ships and making it more difficult for humanitarians to assist those fleeing. From the United Nations, VOA's Margaret Besheer has more.
António Guterres praises facilitators seeking compromise and dialogue
Antonio Guterres warns consequences of military action 'are too horrific to even contemplate'
As the Trump administration increases the rhetoric on Tehran’s compliance, Pyongyang might want to pay attention as peaceful conclusion to current nuclear crisis would likely end with a similar international deal
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