Ukraine crisis
Shashi Tharoor: UN Remains Essential Global Institution Despite Challenges in Gaza and Ukraine
Nov 21, 2025 05:53 pm CST
Former UN diplomat and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor delivered a powerful address at the 15th Desmond Tutu International Peace Lecture, arguing that despite its failures in Gaza and Ukraine, the United Nations remains an indispensable institution for global cooperation. Tharoor called for UN reform while emphasizing the importance of interfaith harmony and collective action in addressing today's complex international challenges.
Russian Foreign Minister Warns of Decisive Response to NATO Aggression Amid Rising Tensions with US
Sep 28, 2025 01:34 am CST
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has issued a stern warning at the UN General Assembly about a "decisive response" to any aggression against his country, following US President Donald Trump's statement supporting the shooting down of Russian aircraft violating NATO airspace. Despite rising tensions, Lavrov praised the Trump administration's "pragmatic" approach to resolving the Ukraine crisis while denying any Russian intentions to attack NATO or EU countries.