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September 26, 2025 Healthcare

World leaders expressed strong support for the first UN global political declaration aimed at ensuring a comprehensive response to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and promoting mental health. The document, agreed upon during a five-month intergovernmental process, will be submitted for consideration and final approval at the 80th session of the General Assembly in October 2025.

Heads of state and government and health ministers met yesterday at the Fourth High-level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health.

Target benchmarks

Mental disorders affect over a billion people. NCDs, including cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, cancer, and diabetes, remain the leading cause of death worldwide. In 2021, they claimed at least 43 million lives, including 18 million people under the age of 70. More than 80 percent of premature deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries.

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At the same time, the incidence of diseases is increasing in all countries and affects all communities, making non-communicable diseases one of the most pressing problems of public health and sustainable economic development due to the increase in disability, the cost of health services, and the decline in labor productivity.

The Political Declaration sets global targets for 2030, including:

Reducing the number of tobacco users by 150 million; controlling hypertension for an additional 150 million people; expanding access to mental health services for an additional 150 million people.

New threats

The declaration takes into account the lessons of the pandemic. Covid-19 and addresses new global challenges by expanding the scope of NCDs. It now includes dental issues, lung health, childhood cancers, liver and kidney diseases, and rare diseases. Risk factors now include exposure to air pollution, the use of unsafe cooking fuels, exposure to lead and hazardous chemicals, and new threats posed by the digital environment—from excessive screen time and harmful content to misinformation and misinformation.

The document provides for increased regulation of e-cigarettes and new tobacco products, restrictions on the marketing of unhealthy foods to children, the introduction of front-of-package labeling on food products, and the elimination of trans fats.

The declaration places particular emphasis on the needs of people with NCDs and mental health conditions, as well as communities vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, small island developing States, and people living in humanitarian crises.

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September 26, 2025 Peace and security

There are currently enough nuclear weapons on the planet to destroy humanity many times over. This was stated by 81-year-old Satoshi Tanaka, a member of the Executive Council of the Japan Confederation of Atomic Bomb and Hydrogen Bomb Victims' Organizations, at UN Headquarters. Satoshi is a hibakusha, the Japanese word for victims of the nuclear bombings of Hirashima and Nagasaki.

He recalled that in the 80 years since the tragedy, humanity has only increased its nuclear potential. The number of countries possessing nuclear weapons has almost reached double digits.

"The nuclear arms race continues. Humanity stands on the brink of extinction," Satoshi said.

"Young people often worry that we hibakusha might not be around in ten years. I always respond, 'Before you worry about how long we have left, consider how short your own life might be,'" he added.

Satoshi spoke at an event held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to commemorate the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, which is celebrated on September 26.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in a statement delivered on his behalf by his Chief of Staff, Earl Courtenay Rattray, said that every day since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the hibakusha have turned their suffering into a cry for peace.

“And yet, every day we see new and increasingly dangerous weapons,” the UN chief stressed.

In July of this year, the Secretary-General announced the establishment of an independent scientific panel of experts tasked with studying the physical effects and social consequences of nuclear war at the local, regional and global levels.

The UN was created not only for multilateral cooperation, but also as a "defense against our most destructive instincts," said UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock.

Every day we see new and increasingly dangerous weapons.

Theoretically, the world recognizes that a nuclear war cannot be started and cannot be won, the diplomat noted.

“However, this has not stopped countries from building ever larger arsenals, and some have even found themselves on the brink of using them on multiple occasions,” Baerbock noted.

She recalled that during the Cold War, false alarms or misinterpreted signals nearly led to disasters, the most famous of which was the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Today, the situation is more complex, and the risk of miscalculation is much higher, Baerbock emphasized. "What if terrorists acquire these weapons? What if artificial intelligence accelerates decision-making, leaving no room for human oversight?"

“Security is not based on ever-growing arsenals, but on disarmament, non-proliferation and – one day – the abolition of nuclear weapons,” the General Assembly President said.

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September 26, 2025 Healthcare

"Every child with cancer deserves a chance at life, no matter what country they were born in. That's why we launched the WHO Global Childhood Cancer Initiative. We are confidently moving towards our goal of increasing the survival rate to 60 percent by 2030," said World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, speaking at UN headquarters in New York.

As part of the High-Level Week of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, a forum entitled "A Global Movement to Improve Survival and Reduce Suffering for Children with Cancer and Other Life-Threatening Diseases" was held at the organization's headquarters. The meeting was chaired by First Lady of Uzbekistan Ziroat Mirziyoyeva.

The forum was jointly organized by the Ministry of Health of Uzbekistan, the World Health Organization, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and the Zamin Foundation.

Addressing the participants, Ziroat Mirziyoyeva emphasized the need for joint action: "Currently, more than two billion children worldwide are at risk of or suffer from non-communicable diseases. This is almost a third of the planet's population. Millions of them are battling cancer. Despite advances in modern medicine, survival rates remain uneven: in developed countries, they exceed 80 percent, while in developing countries, they are less than 30 percent. This gap is unacceptably wide. We must take steps to prevent tragedies."

Ghebreyesus briefed the forum participants on the achievements of the WHO and St. Jude collaboration, thanks to which more than 400,000 children in 80 low- and middle-income countries have already received life-saving treatment. He cited examples of young patients whose stories have become symbols of hope: Gabo from El Salvador, whose life was saved by treatment, and 17-year-old Samira from Uzbekistan, who inspired the audience with her story of recovery.

"We will work together to ensure that every child receives the help they need, no matter who they are or where they live. Because everyone deserves a chance at life," the WHO chief emphasized.

The forum has become an important platform for uniting the efforts of governments, international organizations, and civil society in the fight against childhood cancer and other serious diseases.

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September 26, 2025 UN

Speaking at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Premier of the State Council of China Li Qiang emphasized that humanity once again finds itself at a historical crossroads and must choose the path of solidarity and cooperation for a common future.

He recalled that this year the world celebrates the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism and the founding of the United Nations. "The UN has become a symbol of hope for a world free of disasters and wars. Over the past decades, the international order based on law has helped achieve unprecedented levels of development and prosperity," Li Qiang stated.

According to him, the key lessons of the past decades are that peace and development are the common goals of all nations, and that solidarity and cooperation remain the most powerful engines of progress. "History has proven that unity leads to success, while division leads to failure," he noted.

The Chinese prime minister expressed concern over the growing manifestations of "hegemonism and bullying" and the undermining of international law. "Humanity must not turn a blind eye to humanitarian disasters and atrocities. We must act fairly and conscientiously," Li Qiang said, emphasizing that major countries must exercise particular responsibility.

Li Qiang reiterated his country's contribution to peacekeeping: China is the second-largest contributor to UN peacekeeping operations and the largest contributor of troops among the permanent members of the Security Council. He emphasized that Beijing will continue to play a constructive role in advancing political resolutions to conflicts, including in Ukraine and the Middle East.

The Prime Minister also addressed global economic issues, declaring the need to combat protectionism and trade barriers. He noted that China has remained the world's second-largest importer for the past 16 years and contributes approximately 30 percent to global economic growth. "We must strive for inclusive globalization that will benefit all countries," Li Qiang said.

China has always been open to the world, the head of the Chinese government noted: "We have reduced the overall tariff burden to 7.3 percent. China has also established high-quality cooperation with more than 150 countries through the Belt and Road Initiative."

The Chinese premier called for a dialogue among civilizations and a rejection of ideological superiority, emphasizing that every culture is valuable and deserves respect.

Addressing the climate crisis, Li Qiang reaffirmed China's commitment to the Paris Agreement and the development of a green economy, and advocated for the responsible use of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence. "Technological progress must benefit all people and serve the world," he emphasized.

In conclusion, Li Qiang stated that China is ready to work with other countries to propose concrete solutions to strengthen peace, security, and sustainable development on the planet.

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September 26, 2025 UN

Key events: Security Council meeting on Russian fighter jets in Estonia, the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, a high-level meeting on Ukraine, torture prevention in Kyrgyzstan, the Climate Summit, the 30th anniversary of the World Youth Programme of Action, the Security Council debate on AI, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

На заседании Совета Безопасности ООН в понедельник обсудили инцидент, произошедший 19 сентября, когда, по данным Эстонии, три российских истребителя МиГ-31 нарушили ее воздушное пространство. >

В зале Генеральной Ассамблеи в Нью-Йорке в понедельник отметили 80-ю годовщину создания ООН. Председатель Генассамблеи Анналена Бербок заявила, что эта дата – «момент вспомнить уроки истории и найти смелость снова выбрать путь надежды». >

Выступая на открытии общеполитических дебатов 80-й сессии Генассамблеи ООН, Генеральный секретарь ООН призвал мировых лидеров сделать решающий выбор в пользу мира, прав человека, климатической справедливости и укрепления многосторонности. >

В ходе общеполитической дискуссии Генассамблеи ООН также выступила Председатель ее 80-й сессии Анналена Бербок. Она подчеркнула, что нынешнее заседание проходит в условиях многочисленных кризисов, и призвала к реформированию ООН. >

Заседание высокого уровня по Украине состоялось во вторник в Совете Безопасности. Ряд стран-членов Совета и других участников встречи были представлены главами государств или министрами иностранных дел, включая президента Украины Владимира Зеленского. >

Принятие в Кыргызстане нового закона, упраздняющего независимый орган по предупреждению пыток, подрывает усилия по предотвращению пыток в стране, заявил Верховный комиссар ООН по правам человека Фолькер Тюрк. >

В среду в штаб-квартире ООН в Нью-Йорке открылся Саммит по климату, созванный Генеральным секретарем >

На полях Недели высокого уровня 80-й сессии Генассамблеи ООН состоялась встреча, приуроченная к тридцатилетию Всемирной программы действий для молодежи. Документ определил приоритетные направления деятельности для поддержки молодых людей во всем мире. >

На открытых дебатах высокого уровня по ИИ в Совбезе ООН выступили приглашенные эксперты. Профессор Монреальского университета Йошуа Бенжио предупредил, что человечество в настоящее время не знает, как контролировать самые передовые системы искусственного интеллекта. >

Нарастающее израильское военное наступление в Газе парализует работу медиков. Только в этом месяце на севере анклава вынуждены были закрыться еще четыре больницы, сообщила Всемирная организация здравоохранения (ВОЗ). >

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September 26, 2025 Healthcare

The escalating Israeli military offensive in Gaza is paralyzing medical work. This month alone, four more hospitals in the northern enclave have been forced to close, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported on Friday.

"There are only 14 hospitals functioning in Gaza… The situation in the remaining eight hospitals and one field hospital in the city is critical," said WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic.

The hospital closures come as Israeli forces advance deeper into the city. The IDF claims the operation aims to drive out Hamas militants. Evacuation orders are forcing hundreds of thousands of people to leave the city.

"Even if hospitals are not formally subject to evacuation, access to them is difficult, fighting is ongoing nearby, and this could completely disable them," Jasarevic noted in a conversation with journalists in Geneva.

Gaza City is the backbone of the Strip's health system.

Almost half of all hospitals and field hospitals in the enclave are concentrated in Gaza, so the city's medical infrastructure is of key importance.

"Hospitals in the south are overwhelmed and unable to accommodate more patients," Yasarevic emphasized. According to the organization, there are currently eight hospitals operating in the Gaza Strip, three in Deir el-Balah, and three in Khan Younis. None of them are fully operational.

WHO officials say medical teams at the remaining facilities are "overwhelmed by the influx of people injured in the attacks" and must also care for patients with chronic and other illnesses.

As of September 1, four hospitals in northern Gaza have ceased operations: Al-Rantisi Children's Hospital, the Ophthalmology Clinic, St. John's Hospital, and the Hamada Clinic for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics.

The WHO emphasizes that the latter was one of the three leading specialized rehabilitation centers in the sector. It treated approximately 250 outpatients and also admitted approximately 200 people daily who were injured while attempting to receive humanitarian aid.

Attacks on medical facilities

The Al-Rantisi Hospital, the only specialized pediatric facility in the sector, suffered the most severe damage. On September 16, it was hit directly while 80 patients were inside. There were no casualties, but water tanks, communication systems, and some medical equipment were destroyed.

Half of the patients were forced to leave the building, but approximately 40 remain in the hospital, including four children in intensive care and eight newborns. The remaining equipment was transported to Al-Hela, Al-Sahaba, and Patient Friendly hospitals in Gaza.

Meanwhile, the situation at eight operating hospitals and one field hospital remains critical. There are shortages of medications, patients are lying on the floor, and staff are struggling to cope.

WHO warns of shortages of blood and transfusion supplies: "Without urgent replenishment, supplies will run out in the coming days."

According to humanitarian agencies, almost all attacks on medical facilities recorded between September 7 and 17 occurred in Gaza, with one in Khan Younis.

Evacuation and ceasefire required

"More violence means more wounded, more deaths and less aid," Jasarevic emphasized.

He said more than 15,000 people in Gaza need urgent evacuation to receive specialized treatment, but the process is proceeding extremely slowly.

“We can only once again call for a ceasefire and free access to support what remains of the health system in Gaza – with medicines, emergency teams and everything necessary,” the WHO representative added.

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September 26, 2025 UN

At the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a long and emotional speech that focused on the October 7 attacks, the military operation in Gaza, and a call for world leaders to maintain pressure on Iran and its allies.

Victory over the "axis of terror"

The Israeli prime minister said his country had dealt a crushing blow over the past year to groups linked to Tehran, from Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon to the Houthis in Yemen and the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.

"We have destroyed Iran's nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs… We have removed the existential threat to Israel and the civilized world," Netanyahu said, thanking US President Donald Trump for his "decisive action" in the joint operation to destroy Iran's uranium enrichment facilities.

He stressed that Iran's enriched uranium stockpiles must be destroyed and Security Council sanctions against Tehran must be reinstated to prevent the restoration of its nuclear potential.

We remember October 7th

Netanyahu devoted much of his speech to the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, calling it "the largest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust."

"1,200 people were killed, 40 Americans and citizens of dozens of countries. They chopped off heads, raped women, burned children alive… Hamas took more than 250 people hostage, including Holocaust survivors and their grandchildren," he said.

According to him, Israel has returned 107 hostages, but 48 remain in Gaza. The prime minister addressed them directly from the General Assembly podium in Hebrew and English, assuring them: "We will not give up and we will not give up until we bring you all home." Netanyahu said his speech at the General Assembly can be heard in Gaza today. The prime minister also added that Hamas leaders will receive his address on their mobile phones thanks to the efforts of Israeli intelligence.

Response to critics and accusations

The Israeli leader rejected accusations of genocide and deliberate starvation of Gazan civilians: "We have sent more than two million tons of food to Gaza—three thousand calories a day for every person. If people are starving, it's only because Hamas is stealing food and selling it to finance the war."

He emphasized that the Israeli military had warned civilians in advance of the offensive and was "doing everything to minimize civilian casualties, something no one has ever done in the history of urban warfare."

Against recognition of a Palestinian state

Netanyahu sharply criticized several Western countries for recognizing Palestinian statehood, saying the move "rewards terrorists" and only escalates violence.

"The Palestinians never believed in a two-state solution. They want a state not next to Israel, but instead of Israel," he said, adding that 99 of the 120 Knesset members voted against imposing a Palestinian state on Israel.

A chance for peace with neighbors

At the end of his speech, the prime minister noted that Israel's victory over Hamas and Iran's allies opens up prospects for peace negotiations with Syria and Lebanon and the expansion of the Abraham Accords with Arab countries.

"Our victory will mean that tomorrow many of those fighting against us will simply be gone, replaced by peacekeepers. This will happen in Iran too," he said.

Netanyahu's speech was accompanied by a QR code displaying footage of the October 7 attacks, and was met with thunderous applause from some delegations and demonstrative walking out of the hall by others.

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September 25, 2025 UN

The main news of the day at the UN and around the world: the general debate at the UN General Assembly, Israel's offensive on Gaza City, a historic declaration on non-communicable diseases and mental health, and a high-level meeting on youth.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza

Israel's offensive on Gaza City continues, and the situation in the southern part of the war-torn enclave has deteriorated so much that starving civilians are sleeping in the open, on the rubble of destroyed homes, UN humanitarian workers reported Thursday. Hospitals in the Gaza Strip are closing, and field kitchens are being forced to fold amid the massive military operation. Children are among the most vulnerable, warned UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher, speaking Thursday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York.

General Debate of the UN General Assembly

The UN continues its High-Level Week, as well as the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Several world leaders addressed the third day of debate, including President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud AbbasHe addressed the General Assembly delegates via video link, as the US had denied visas to Palestinian officials. In his speech, Abbas condemned Hamas' attacks on Israel and called on the entire international community to support Palestinian statehood. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to speak on Friday morning.

Youth meeting

Today, a high-level meeting was held at UN Headquarters on the sidelines of the General Assembly to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth. Young activists spoke at the event, including Zakira Rasooli from Afghanistan, who shared her story of her dream of becoming a parliamentarian and how she was forced to flee the country after the Taliban came to power. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock said the UN represents hope for young people like Zakira and emphasized the importance of their participation in society. Antonio Guterres called for young people to be equal partners in decision-making, especially in matters concerning their future.

Non-communicable diseases and mental health

On September 25, the Fourth High-Level Meeting on prevention and control of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and promotion of mental healthFor the first time, the topic of mental health is not only being discussed in preparation for the event, but is also included in the meeting's title. Non-communicable diseases, such as cardiovascular and chronic respiratory diseases, cancer, diabetes, and mental disorders, remain the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. They are closely interrelated: for many people, physical and mental health conditions overlap and require a comprehensive approach.

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September 25, 2025 UN

"I was 18, and I had a dream: to run for parliament at 25. In the stairwell of my student dorm, there was a narrow window overlooking the parliament building. I would often go there and stand, looking at it, rehearsing my speech and imagining myself there someday." This is how Zakira Rasouli from Afghanistan began her speech at the UN High-Level Meeting on Youth.

Three years later, in August 2021, the day the Taliban came to power, Zakira received a message from a friend: "They're combing through every house. Destroy all documents."

"That day, I gathered up and destroyed every fragment of my dreams, every accomplishment I had. I tore up documents and certificates, erased my traces from the internet. I watched all my successes, everything I had been and dreamed of becoming, disappear," Zakira says.

She wasn't alone. That day, millions of young people in Afghanistan – community leaders, organization leaders, activists – watched as their present and future were destroyed.

The high-level meeting on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly is timed to coincide with the thirtieth anniversary of the adoption World Programme of Action for YouthIt identified priority areas of action for governments, civil society, and the private sector: education, employment, health care, combating drug abuse and crime, organizing leisure activities, and ensuring the full participation of young people in society.

General Assembly Speaker Annalena Baerbock spoke about her meeting with Zakira. Zakira, now 25, will not be running for parliament in Afghanistan.

“When she [Zakira] was asked what the UN is, she didn’t give a 30-minute speech in response, it was one word: hope,” Baerbock shared.

"She knows from experience what true hope is. As a girl living in a village in Kandahar, she started going to school to make her country a better place. But then, when the Taliban returned to power, she saw everything she had worked for destroyed in just a few days," the General Assembly President continued.

Zakira was able to leave Afghanistan, but she had to interrupt her education, leave behind her family, friends, and all hopes for the future.

Hope is not just a word, but a promise

"Hope isn't just a word, it's a promise to girls and young people like Zakira, in their darkest moments, that we work every day to give them hope. That's why many young people around the world see the UN's blue flag as precisely that—a promise to ensure a better future, a freer future, a future that still matters," Baerbock said.

Today's generation of youth is the largest in history, Guy Ryder, UN Deputy Secretary-General, reminded the audience. He read out a message from the UN chief. Young people play a vital role in combating climate change, implementing digital innovation, developing local solutions, and protecting human rights.

“However, too often they are excluded from the decisions that shape their lives and face barriers to education, decent work, health care and political participation,” Ryder said.

“Let us make every effort to make young people equal partners and equal participants in the decision-making process,” he urged.

This week, Zakira Rasouli rehearsed her speech in front of a much larger window than her dorm room, overlooking the UN General Assembly building. She was able to attend the high-level meeting thanks to the support of the UN Youth Bureau.

Zakira emphasized that young people are not always able to participate in decision-making, even those that directly affect them.

"Despite this, we have proven that young people can spark revolutions, sustain entire movements, and advance ideals of peace when others give up. We put everything on the line and keep moving forward. But we can't do this alone. And neither can you. The world can't afford to leave us behind. We're not asking for permission. We're offering partnership," the girl said.

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