Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

Indigenous communities are agents of peace. From Colombia to the Philippines, the UN is partnering with Indigenous-led efforts to prevent conflict and protect ancestral lands. Learn how we’re turning commitments into action, in Politically Speaking: dppa.medium.com/from-commitm...

Yesterday, ASG for Africa Pobee briefed the Security Council on how UN peace operations — including special political missions — must evolve to remain effective in today’s complex conflict landscape. Learn more about lessons drawn from the UN’s rich history: dppa.un.org/en/mtg-sc-99...

“Politics, diplomacy, dialogue, and indeed peacemaking are the core work of this Organization. They remain our best tools," Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Martha Pobee told the Security Council. "We must double down on diplomacy and peacemaking."
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Briefing the Security Council, Special Envoy Geir Pedersen warned that recent violence in Sweida, including foreign airstrikes and grave human rights violations, underscores the need for security and political course corrections. His full remarks: specialenvoysyria.unmissions.org/sites/defaul...

In a statement today, the Secretary-General welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand as a positive step towards ending current hostilities and easing tensions.

The full statement: www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

We are pleased to announce the designation of Maryam Bukar Hassan as the UN Global Advocate for Peace. She will contribute to efforts to advance the WPS & YPS agendas, highlighting women’s and youth leadership in building sustainable peace.
🔗https://www.un.org/en/isotope-articles/9183

This morning, ASG Khiari told the Security Council that while talks on a Gaza ceasefire continue, the situation is worsening, with mounting civilian toll. “This nightmare of historic proportions must end immediately,” he urged. Read more: news.un.org/en/story/202...

Khaled Khiari (centre), Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific, Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, briefs the Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. At right is Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of the State of Palestine to the United Nations, and at left is Barbara Woodward, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations.

Briefing the Security Council, ASG for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Khaled Khiari highlighted the urgent need for a Gaza ceasefire, release of all hostages, and unhindered humanitarian aid—stressing that a political path towards a two-State solution is essential. dppa.un.org/en/mtg-sc-99...

This morning, the UN Security Council will hold a debate on “The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question”. Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Khaled Khiari is expected to brief.

Watch the meeting live: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1e...

This morning, the UN Security Council will hold an open debate in connection with “Promoting international peace and security through multilateralism and peaceful settlement of disputes.”
The Secretary-General is expected to brief.

Watch the meeting live from 10AM EDT: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18...

Thank you very much, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴, for your voluntary contribution of $25,000 to DPPA's Multi-Year Appeal, supporting our conflict prevention and mediation efforts.

Learn more about our Multi-Year Appeal: dppa.un.org/en/funding

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This morning, Special Representative Carlos Ruiz Massieu will brief the UN Security Council on the situation in #Colombia.

Follow the meeting live from 10 AM EDT via UN WebTV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1p...

The Secretary-General is alarmed by the continued escalation of violence in Suweida, a Druze-majority area. He unequivocally condemns all violence against civilians, including reports of arbitrary killings & acts that fan the flames of sectarian tensions. www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

どうもありがとうございます, Japan 🇯🇵, for your contribution of $143,610 to the DPPA Multi-Year Appeal. It will support our conflict prevention and mediation efforts—specifically, the SG’s Special Envoy on Myanmar’s inclusive stakeholder engagements and initiatives.

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Today, the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2785 (2025), extending the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) to 31 January 2026, headed by a Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1n...

Kiitos, #Finland 🇫🇮, for your €700,000 contribution to DPPA’s Multi-Year Appeal and your continued support for our conflict prevention and mediation work. #SupportDPPA

📢ICYMI #UNSCAD Monthly Newsletter "Security Council in Review" is out! Check out the highlights of the Council's work in June 2025 under the presidency of Guyana.

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The Secretary-General will convene on 16 and 17 July, here at UN Headquarters, the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot leaders as well as representatives of the guarantor powers of Greece, Türkiye and the United Kingdom for an informal meeting on #Cyprus.
🔗 www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

At today's UN Security Council, ASG for Europe, Central Asia and the Americas Miroslav Jenča stressed the need for security support & political progress in #Haiti. He called for sustained backing to the MSS, a reconfigured BINUH, and international solidarity.
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Briefing the Security Council, Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Martha Pobee warned of escalating violence in #Sudan, including indiscriminate drone attacks and clashes in El Fasher. She called for urgent de-escalation and a humanitarian pause to protect civilians. dppa.un.org/en/mtg-sc-99...

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This morning, Special Representative and Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya Hanna Tetteh will brief the Security Council on the situation in #Libya.

Follow the meeting live from 10 AM EST via UN Web TV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18...

“The window to prevent a catastrophic escalation has not yet closed,” said USG DiCarlo at the Security Council, urging diplomatic efforts to halt the widening conflict between Israel and Iran. All avenues for dialogue must be pursued.
🔗https://dppa.un.org/en/mtg-sc-9939-usg-dicarlo-20-jun-2025

Over 200 women from across Bougainville came together for the first-ever Women, Peace and Security Summit—advancing inclusive peace, justice, and a shared vision for the future. Read more, in Politically Speaking: dppa.un.org/en/arawa-hos...

Hate speech spreads faster than ever. It fuels misinformation and blocks opportunities for mediation. Let us stand united in the pursuit of peace, mutual respect, and understanding for all. Learn more how to say #NoToHate: www.un.org/en/hate-speech

Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, briefs the Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security. UN Photo/Loey Felipe

Briefing the Security Council, USG Rosemary DiCarlo expressed grave concern over the escalating military confrontation between Israel and Iran, warning it could plunge the region into wider conflict. She called for maximum restraint, echoing the Secretary-General. dppa.un.org/en/mtg-sc-99...

"This Week in DPPA": Security Council discusses Yemen, Central Africa and Iraq; PBC and ECOSOC meeting on Haiti; UNOWAS Head visits Guinea; Rural youth lead efforts for biodiversity and peace in Caquetá; Photoville exhibit and more: dppa.un.org/en/week-dppa...

The Secretary-General condemns any military escalation in the Middle East. He is particularly concerned by Israeli attacks on nuclear installations in Iran while talks between Iran and the United States on Iran's nuclear programme are underway. Full statement 👇

Briefing the Security Council on Monday, Special Representative Abdou Abarry noted political progress in Chad and Gabon, while warning of hate speech and misinformation in Cameroon and insecurity in the Lake Chad Basin.
🔗https://press.un.org/en/2025/sc16081.doc.htm

In a statement today, the Secretary-General urges the Houthis to immediately release those arbitrarily detained.

Particularly on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, this is a time to show compassion and end the ordeal of families.

His full statement: un.org/sg/en/conten...

“The massive wave of attacks in Ukraine is a stark warning of how quickly this war can escalate.” Briefing the Security Council yesterday, USG Rosemary DiCarlo called for urgent de-escalation and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further civilian suffering. dppa.un.org/en/msg-sc-99...