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The @UN Information Center in Washington engages with the American people and Government - to build support in 🇺🇸 for 🇺🇳 work and values.

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António Guterres (@antonioguterres) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I am delighted to have met His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. Pope Leo XIV is a messenger of hope & dignity that our world needs more than ever. We discussed areas of collaboration between the Holy See & the United Nations in our efforts to build a peaceful, just & sustainable future.

I am delighted to have met His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.

<a href="/Pontifex/">Pope Leo XIV</a> is a messenger of hope &amp; dignity that our world needs more than ever.

We discussed areas of collaboration between the Holy See &amp; the <a href="/UN/">United Nations</a> in our efforts to build a peaceful, just &amp; sustainable future.
Tom Fletcher (@unreliefchief) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Busy day in DC 🇺🇸. Frank, thoughtful conversations with US lawmakers and officials on how we strengthen lifesaving humanitarian work. Also great to spar with Mehdi Hasan and chat with @Greta at Newsmax – on what we’re doing and why it matters.

Tom Fletcher (@unreliefchief) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today we launch our plan to get lifesaving aid to 114m people in greatest need on planet. We’re forced by cuts to hyper prioritise, but we’re determined to do as much as we can with what we have. We ask just 1% of what world spent on defence in 2024. humanitarianaction.info

António Guterres (@antonioguterres) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Triggered by unrelenting conflicts, economic & climate shocks, acute food insecurity is projected to worsen this year. As hunger intensifies across 13 hotspots, we need global support to keep saving lives. wfp.org/stories/photos…

UN Humanitarian (@unocha) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In 2024, the United Nations verified some 4,500 cases of sexual violence. 93% of the victims were women and girls. On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, we call for urgent action: ❗End sexual violence. Hold perpetrators to account. #EndRapeInWar

In 2024, the <a href="/UN/">United Nations</a> verified some 4,500 cases of sexual violence. 93% of the victims were women and girls.

On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, we call for urgent action:

❗End sexual violence. Hold perpetrators to account.

#EndRapeInWar
António Guterres (@antonioguterres) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We face a stark choice amid the escalation in the Middle East. One way leads to wider war, deeper suffering & serious damage to the international order. The other leads to de-escalation, diplomacy & dialogue. We know which way is right. We cannot & must not give up on peace.

UN Humanitarian (@unocha) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Wherever people are in need, OCHA is there. Across the world, we work tirelessly to save lives. We make humanitarian action happen – no matter what.

António Guterres (@antonioguterres) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I very much welcome President Trump’s announcement of a cease-fire between Israel and Iran. I urge the two countries to respect it fully. The fighting must stop. The people of the two countries have already suffered too much.   It is my sincere hope that this ceasefire can

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Celebrate 80 Years Since the Signing of the UN Charter and the founding of the UN! Join Us in Celebrating the Charter that laid the Foundation for the United Nations!

Celebrate 80 Years Since the Signing of the UN Charter and the founding of the UN! Join Us in Celebrating the Charter that laid the Foundation for the United Nations!
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Today we remember American Helen Keller, whose life and work inspires the International Day of Deafblindedness. #DYK 📷The red and white striped cane is used by the deafblind community is an important tool for mobility and identification. Learn more! bit.ly/3I0qn7I

Amina J Mohammed (@aminajmohammed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We need a shift — from international assistance to investment in sustainable development. Public and private, global and local — it’s all hands on deck to deliver impact on the #SDGs at scale. #FfD4 #FinancingOurFuture

We need a shift — from international assistance to investment in sustainable development.

Public and private, global and local — it’s all hands on deck to deliver impact on the #SDGs at scale.

#FfD4 #FinancingOurFuture
UN Spokesperson (@un_spokesperson) 's Twitter Profile Photo

.António Guterres is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life, notably of a large number of children, caused by the recent floods in Texas. He extends his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Texas & the US government: un.org/sg/en/content/…

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On July 10, UNOPS, FAO, and United Nations Information Center in Washington welcomed a diplomacy study group from Indonesia for a panel on the UN’s role in peacekeeping, global security, and international cooperation. #UN #Multilateralism #Diplomacy

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As a part of our academic outreach initiative, we hosted students from the Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship! We held a productive discussion about the UN's commitment to global peace, human rights and careers. Thank you to these bright future leaders for their engagement!

As a part of our academic outreach initiative, we hosted students from the Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship! We held a productive discussion about the UN's commitment to global peace, human rights and careers. Thank you to these bright future leaders for their engagement!
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Ahead of Nelson Mandela International Day, indigenous youth from the U.S. met with UN Nelson Mandela Prize winner Brenda Reynolds in a powerful conversation on justice, resilience, and the path to lasting change. Their voices echoed Mandela’s legacy. news.un.org/en/story/2025/…

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July 30th was the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Read what the UN is doing about this global human rights crisis here. un.org/en/human-traff…