Published on: 2026-06-04
Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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Main news of the day at the UN and worldwide: The Secretary-General called to avoid further escalation around Iran, Kyrgyzstan was elected a non-permanent member of the Security Council, 344 cases of Ebola confirmed in DR Congo, today is World Bicycle Day.
The situation around Iran
UN Secretary-Generalalarmed by the messagesabout the exchange of strikes between the USA and Iran last night, as well as that Iran struck the territory of Kuwait and Basra.António GuterresDeeply concerned about the information regarding casualties among the civilian population. The Secretary-General called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and avoid further escalation, which could undermine diplomatic efforts. The sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states must be fully respected, he emphasized. The UN Chief once again reaffirmed his full support for all mediation efforts.
Elections to the UN Security Council
According to the results of the elections of non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for the period 2027–2028, which took place on Wednesday morning at the General Assembly, KyrgyzstanFor the first time, he will join the Council. In addition, a Central Asian country will become a member of the Security Council for the first time in almost ten years. Kyrgyzstan gained 142 votes in the fourth round, overtaking the Philippines, which also vied for the seat from the Asia-Pacific group. As a result of the elections, Austria, Portugal, Zimbabwe, and Trinidad and Tobago will also join the Security Council.
Ebola Outbreak
The Head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, reported that progress has been made in the fight against the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but difficulties remain related to conducting analyses, epidemiological surveillance, vaccine development, and strengthening trust among local communities. In the country, 344 cases of the disease have been confirmed, including 60 deaths. Meanwhile, the number of suspected Ebola cases has been reduced from more than 1,000 to 116. In neighboring Uganda, 15 confirmed cases of the disease have been registered, including one fatal case.
World Bicycle Day
The third of June is celebrated at the UNWorld Bicycle Day, aimed at drawing attention to the advantages of using this simple, affordable, and environmentally clean means of transportation. The bicycle contributes to air purification and the reduction of traffic jams, and also makes education, healthcare, and other social services more accessible to the most vulnerable segments of the population.
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