Source: United Nations (video statements)
Back from a mission to the moon, astronauts from Artemis II arrived at United Nations Headquarters with a message for humanity about our shared purpose on Earth.
Strenghtening EU-Mercosur relations
Source: European Commission (video statements)
The EU-Mercosur agreement is much more than a trade deal.
It is a partnership on climate.
Safeguards for European farmers.
Millions in savings for EU business.
It is the story of 2 regions moving forward together.
NIJ FY25 Graduate Research Fellowship Program Webinar
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
NIJ held a webinar on April 15, 2026, gave an overview of NIJ’s Graduate Research Fellowship funding opportunity, which seeks to support doctoral students whose dissertation research is relevant to preventing and controlling crime, protecting the border, enforcing the law, promoting public safety, or ensuring the fair and impartial administration of criminal or juvenile justice in the United States.
The presenters discussed program scope, eligibility, application elements, and frequently asked questions.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
UK Emergency fuel plans | Lords urgent question
Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
Emergency fuel planning was on the agenda on Tuesday as House of Lords members pressed the government in an urgent question.
📺 Watch the full question on YouTube https://orlo.uk/MKuSF
International Day of Vesak 2026 – UN Chief’s Message | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Video message by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on the International Day of Vesak.
"On the Day of Vesak, Buddhists around the world commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha.
This year, Vesak comes at a moment when the human family is embroiled in geopolitical tensions, division and conflict.
In 2023 I had the honour of visiting the Buddha’s birthplace in Lumbini, Nepal. It reinforced my conviction that the antidote to this turmoil can be found in his timeless teachings of non-violence, compassion and service to others.
Guided by the Buddha’s example, let us summon our shared humanity and build the more peaceful and sustainable world all people need and deserve.
Happy Vesak Day to all".
More info: https://www.un.org/en/observances/vesak-day
UK We have no confidence in South East Water | Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
The EFRA Committee has launched a new report saying it does not have confidence in the leadership of South East Water, following years of service failures.
West Bank and Gaza – Press Conference | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Press Conference by Julius Van Der Walt, UN Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) on the situation in the West Bank and Gaza as it concerns unexploded ordnance and access.
Fraud Division Launches West Coast Strike Force to Target Health Care Fraud Across AZ, NV, & CA
Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)
The Justice Department’s National Fraud Enforcement Division (Fraud Division) today announced the formation of the West Coast Health Care Fraud Strike Force, a multi-district enforcement initiative uniting the Division’s Health Care Fraud Section with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the District of Arizona, District of Nevada, and Northern District of California. The Health Care Strike Force model has proven to be one of the most powerful tools in the federal enforcement arsenal, responsible nationally for the prosecution of over 6,200 defendants who collectively billed federal health care programs and private insurers more than $45 billion.
Iran, Lebanon & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (30 April 2026) | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Highlights
Press Freedom/Women Journalists
Secretary-General/Iran
Security Council
Lebanon
Occupied Palestinian Territory
Somalia
South Sudan
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Cameroon
The Gambia
Solomon Islands/Micronesia
Senior Personnel Appointment – Colombia
Jazz Day
PRESS FREEDOM/WOMEN JOURNALISTS
Ahead of World Press Freedom Day, which falls on Sunday, a new analysis from UN Women and their partners, sheds light on a growing and deeply troubling reality. The toll of online violence on women in public life, especially women journalists and media workers.
The findings are stark. Nearly half of women journalists say they self-censor on social media, and more than one in five in their professional work, just to avoid abuse. Many report harassment ranging from non-consensual sharing of personal images to so-called “deepfakes” which are as you may know are AI-generated or AI-altered images, videos, or audio to that make it look like someone said or did something they never actually did. This abuse is often coordinated and designed to silence women’s voices and undermine their credibility, according to the analysis.
Beyond limiting expression, the impact is deeply personal. Significant numbers report anxiety, depression, and even post-traumatic stress linked to the violence they face online.
The report also underscores the serious gaps in legal protection, leaving billions of women and girls without adequate safeguards against cyber harassment. The full report is available online.
Also related to the World Press Freedom Day, UNESCO today announced the Sudanese Journalists Syndicate as the laureate of the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize. This in recognition of the role the Syndicate has played in condemning the deliberate targeting of journalists in the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
SECRETARY-GENERAL/IRAN
The Secretary-General this morning spoke to you about the continuing crisis in the Middle East, where, he said, the consequences grow dramatically worse with each passing hour.
Even in the best-case scenario, he said, this year’s global economic growth will still drop, from 3.4 to 3.1 percent, while inflation will climb from 3.8 to 4.4 percent. By contrast, in the worst scenario, inflation skyrockets past 6 percent, growth plummets to 2 percent, and immense suffering takes hold, especially among the world’s most vulnerable countries and people.
Mr. Guterres appealed to the parties: Open the Strait. Let all ships pass. Let the global economy breathe again.
He said that the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization, Arsenio Dominguez, is, as you know, developing a framework to securely evacuate ships and seafarers from the conflict zone, obviously, if it is safe to do so.
Meanwhile, Jorge Moreira da Silva, the head of the UN Office of Project Services (UNOPS), who is leading the Task Force for the Strait of Hormuz for the UN, will be heading to the region to continue his active consultations for a possible humanitarian corridor to be ready if the worst-case scenario materializes.
Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date=2026-04-30
Non-proliferation: DPRK continued ballistic missile launches – DPPA Briefing | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Briefing by Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, on Non-proliferation/Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.