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February 26, 2026 UN
The main news of the day at the UN and around the world: human rights violations in Gaza and the West Bank, new attacks on the population and infrastructure of Ukraine, "genocidal" violence in Sudan, and US First Lady Melania Trump's presidency of the UN Security Council.
Gaza and the West Bank
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk presented to the Human Rights Council A report on the Occupied Palestinian Territory covering the period from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, he said, reveals serious violations by both Israel and Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups. While the ceasefire in Gaza on October 11, 2025, brought some relief, it did not lead to sustainable protection for civilians, Türk stated. He also expressed grave concern about Israel's efforts to expand its control in the West Bank.
Strikes against Ukraine
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reports that last night, as a result of a large-scale drone and missile strike, as well as fighting throughout Ukraine, civilians were killed and wounded, with homes and infrastructure damaged. At a briefing in New York, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric stated that the Organization condemns attacks by Russian armed forces on civilians and infrastructure. He also reported that, according to local authorities and UN partners, nearly 7,000 people were evacuated from frontline areas in eastern Ukraine last month.
Violence in Sudan
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warned today of a catastrophic situation in Sudan. He presented his new report to the Human Rights Council, documenting egregious cases of violence, including massacres and rape. Meanwhile, Mohamed Chande Othman, Chairman of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission to Sudan, reminded the Council of expert findings that the actions of the Rapid Intervention Force during the capture of El Fasher bore "signs of genocide" against the non-Arab Zaghawa and Fur communities.
Melania Trump at the UN Security Council
First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, will preside over a meeting of the UN Security Council on Monday, March 2, following the United States' month-long presidency. The meeting will focus on children, technology, and education in conflict. Responding to a reporter's question, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric confirmed today that this will be the first time a First Lady or First Gentleman has presided over a Security Council meeting. During the meeting, UN Under-Secretary for Political Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo will deliver a briefing on behalf of the Secretary-General.
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