Published on: 2026-04-17
Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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Main news of the day at the UN and worldwide: ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, discussion of veto rights in the General Assembly, massive strikes on cities in Ukraine, launch of the global “hunger map”.
Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
The UN welcomes the steps aimed at ending hostilities, UN Secretary-General Stefan Dujarric said at a briefing in New York, commenting on reports of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. It was announced on Thursday. The UN continues to support these efforts, Dujarric noted. The Organization again calls on parties to implement UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
Veto right
The UN General Assembly blocked a resolution on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz in the Security Council. The President of the General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, stated: Since the document was not adopted in the Security Council, efforts to stabilize the region should not cease. China and Russia are presenting an alternative draft resolution for a vote in the Council.
Strikes on Ukraine
The UN humanitarian coordinator for Ukraine, Matthias Schmale, condemned another wave of Russian strikes on the Dnipro, Kyiv, and Odesa, resulting in dozens of civilian deaths and injuries. According to him, the large Ukrainian cities experienced massive attacks again last night, and the death toll continues to rise as rescuers work at the rubble. Thousands of families spent the night in shelters. Many were left homeless as a result of the strikes.
“Map of Hunger”
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today presented a new platform, HungerMap Live – “a live map of hunger.” This powerful digital tool combines a wide range of data and analytical materials on food security issues, helping to fight undernourishment in more than 50 countries worldwide. The launch of the platform occurred at a critical moment: the number of people facing the most severe form of hunger has reached 1.4 million.
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