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United Nations
MediaBias News has published 34 stories involving United Nations, from August 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Climate · Middle EastCOP31 climate talks begin in Turkey amid rising temperatures
The 31st UN Climate Conference (COP31) has commenced in Antalya, Turkey. Discussions are expected to centre on the accelerating pace of global warming, energy price shocks stemming from geopolitical events, and the implementation of climate finance pledges.
Middle East4 min readTrust 68 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
ClimateUN report: Rich nations short on climate adaptation funding
A UN report highlights a significant funding gap for climate adaptation in developing nations. Rich countries are failing to meet the annual $305 billion target needed to help these countries cope with extreme weather events.
2 min readTrust 74 · Craft 62 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesUS Expels Cuban Diplomat After UN Confrontation
The US has expelled a Cuban diplomat following a heated exchange at the UN General Assembly. Ambassador Mike Waltz stated the diplomat shoved and attempted to assault an American staffer, leading Secretary of State Marco Rubio to sign the expulsion papers.
United States3 min readTrust 68 · Craft 68 · Hype 48
ClimateUN Report: Climate Pledges Cut Emissions 6% by 2035
A UN report synthesising 154 countries' climate pledges indicates a 6% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. This figure is only a tenth of the approximately 60% cut scientists recommend to limit warming to 1.5°C.
3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Conflict & Security · UkraineUN panel: Russia committed war crimes by targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure
An independent UN investigations panel has concluded that Russia is committing war crimes and crimes against humanity by intentionally attacking Ukraine's civilian infrastructure, particularly its energy systems. The report details the intent behind these attacks and their severe impact on the civilian population.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Politics · United KingdomNetanyahu reportedly shifts Israel's Falklands stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly instructed diplomats to change Israel's official position on the Falkland Islands in favour of Argentina, according to The Telegraph. This reported shift follows UK sanctions on Israeli settlements. However, an Israeli spokesman has denied the existence of such a directive.
United Kingdom4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
PoliticsCuba urges Canada to maintain opposition to US embargo
Cuba's ambassador to Canada has urged Ottawa to continue its opposition to the US embargo. The UN is set to vote on a motion to terminate the embargo, with Canada's vote still under consideration.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 15
ClimateUN Report: US Emissions Increase Pushes World Towards Hotter Future
A United Nations report indicates humanity is heading for a hotter world than previously projected, partly due to increased emissions from the United States. If countries meet their reduction pledges, the Earth will likely warm by 2.2 degrees Fahrenheit (1.2 degrees Celsius).
3 min readTrust 58 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
PoliticsNewfoundland and Labrador to allow Ithaca Energy entry despite UN blacklist
Newfoundland and Labrador's provincial government has stated it does not intend to stop Ithaca Energy from entering the province's oil sector. This comes despite Ithaca Energy being majority-owned by Israel's Delek Group, which the United Nations has blacklisted for human rights concerns.
3 min readTrust 62 · Craft 95 · Hype 18
Politics · United StatesUS Sanctions International Criminal Court
The United States has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court. The European Commission stated it will work with the ICC to ensure its effectiveness, while the UN and several allied nations have condemned the US decision.
United States2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 52 · Hype 15
Politics · Middle EastMike Waltz marks Oct 7 anniversary at UN, says attack backfired on Iran
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz spoke at an event commemorating the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. He shared stories of former hostages and stated the attack had backfired on Iran and its proxies. Television host Dr. Phil McGraw also addressed the gathering.
Middle East4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesUS Expels Two Iranian UN Delegates After Ignoring Orders
The United States expelled two members of Iran's delegation to the United Nations after they failed to leave New York as ordered. The delegates remained in the city after the UN General Assembly concluded, leading to a renewed order to depart.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
PoliticsICC takes steps to shield itself from US sanctions
The International Criminal Court has implemented measures to protect itself from potential US sanctions, according to Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan. Changes include switching to open-source software and arranging alternative banking and health insurance.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · Asia-PacificPakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif walks away from questions on Hafiz Saeed
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was questioned by journalists at the UN headquarters in New York regarding Hafiz Saeed and alleged support for terrorists. He did not respond to the inquiries and walked away.
Asia-Pacific3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 87 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesUS considers new travel limits for Cuban officials at UN
The Trump administration is reportedly considering new restrictions on Cuban officials traveling to the United Nations. Cuba's foreign minister has denounced these potential measures as collective punishment and a tightening of the economic blockade.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · Middle East80 Countries Call for Navigation Rights Restoration in Gulf
A coalition of 80 countries has called for the restoration of freedom of navigation in the Gulf and Red Sea. Meeting at the UN General Assembly, the group condemned attacks by Iran and Yemen's Houthi rebels that impede global shipping.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelenskiy warns Russia of painful winter if energy attacks continue
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned Moscow that Ukraine will retaliate and make the coming winter painful for Russia if a truce on energy attacks cannot be agreed. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Zelenskiy also highlighted Ukraine's development of long-range drones and called for increased diplomatic efforts.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Politics · IndiaRubio: International system broken, unable to solve conflicts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the international system is broken and unable to resolve major conflicts, citing the India-Pakistan dispute. His remarks followed US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of having mediated a ceasefire between the two nations.
India4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · Middle EastMacron urges UN action on Gaza, calls situation 'spectacle that shames us all'
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged the international community to act on Gaza, describing the situation as a 'spectacle that shames us all'. He also called for a moratorium on strikes in Ukraine and proposed a new approach to AI development.
Middle East3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · Middle EastCanada Pledges C$100 Million in Aid for Palestine
Canada is providing C$100 million in international assistance for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The aid package includes $80 million for humanitarian needs and the remainder for security projects.
Middle East1 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUN expert: US boat strikes may be crimes against humanity
A UN Special Rapporteur has concluded that US military strikes on boats alleged to be carrying drugs may constitute crimes against humanity. The report states the attacks are unjustifiable under international law and rejects US claims of self-defence.
Middle East4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · Middle EastUS Ambassador Waltz urges Iran sanctions enforcement at UN
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz stated that President Trump will attend the UN General Assembly to push allies to enforce sanctions against Iran. Waltz also discussed the administration's efforts to reform the UN and a new security agreement with Denmark and Greenland.
Middle East3 min readTrust 64 · Craft 85 · Hype 30
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS envoy suggests Iran war could last through Trump's term
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz suggested the Iran war could last through President Trump's term, a prospect reportedly raised privately by White House advisers. Trump has claimed the conflict ended months ago and will conclude after the midterms.
Middle East2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 68
Politics · Middle EastRussia and China veto UN resolution on Iran sanctions monitoring
Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended the mandate of experts monitoring sanctions on Iran. The vote creates a gap in oversight as the sanctions themselves remain in effect.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Science & TechUN Chief Warns of AI Risks, Citing Need for Global Coordination
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that rapidly advancing artificial intelligence poses significant risks that require global coordination and stronger oversight. This comes as public alarm about AI's potential dangers grows, while former US President Donald Trump maintains existing safeguards are sufficient.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 30
Politics · Middle EastBRICS Leaders Urge Restraint in Middle East, Condemn Unilateral Sanctions
Leaders of the BRICS nations have issued a joint declaration expressing deep concern over escalating Middle East tensions. They called for maximum restraint and condemned unilateral sanctions not authorized by the UN, stating they violate international law.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41- Politics
UN Human Rights Chief Warns AI Poses Existential Risk
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has warned that artificial intelligence poses an 'existential' risk to humanity. He called for immediate action and 'cast-iron guarantees' to ensure AI safety and security, citing potential disruptions to critical infrastructure and democratic institutions.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 
Politics · United StatesUN Demands US Accountability for 23 Migrant Deaths in Custody
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for the US to be held accountable for the deaths of 23 migrants in custody in 2026. Volker Türk also urged the US to stop deportations to countries where migrants may suffer irreparable harm.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
PoliticsUN committee: Countries must consider slave trade reparations
A UN committee has stated that countries are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. The guidance, published on August 31, 2026, argues that current international obligations require states to address the continuing effects of slavery.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 58 · Hype 20- Conflict & Security · Asia-Pacific
Taliban detain six staff of Afghan women’s rights group, Human Rights Watch says
Human Rights Watch reports that six male employees of the Women and Children Legal Research Foundation were detained by Taliban authorities in Kabul on 18 July. Their families have received no information on their whereabouts or charges. The detentions coincide with the fifth anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power.
Asia-Pacific4 min readTrust 84 · Craft 95 · Hype 12 
Politics · Middle EastBritish couple end Iran prison hunger strike after 93 days
A British couple detained in Iran since January 2025 ended a three-month hunger strike protesting their 10-year prison sentences for espionage. Their family said they shifted the final days to a 'fast for good' to highlight broader prisoner rights, as UN experts had warned of serious health risks.
Middle East4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 15- Politics · Asia-Pacific
Taiwan envoy Lee Yi-yang boycotts Nagasaki atomic bomb memorial over seating
Taiwan’s top representative in Japan, Lee Yi-yang, boycotted the 81st anniversary memorial of the Nagasaki atomic bombing after his delegation was not seated among diplomatic missions. Nagasaki officials said the seating was not clearly distinguished as nondiplomatic, while Lee called the arrangement an insult to Taiwan’s sovereignty.
Asia-Pacific4 min readTrust 66 · Craft 95 · Hype 15 
Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael closes West Bank village Taybeh to Israeli visitors after settler attacks
Israel’s military closed the West Bank village of Taybeh to non-residents on 9 August 2026, citing rising attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians. The order applies only to Israelis, not Palestinians. Taybeh, home to a historic Christian community and a microbrewery, has faced repeated settler violence.
Middle East4 min readTrust 66 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Conflict & SecurityUN human rights experts say US sanctions risk turning Cuba into 'silent Gaza'
UN-appointed experts have warned that US sanctions on Cuba, including an oil blockade, are deepening a humanitarian crisis. They say shortages of food, medicine and fuel are disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups and urge the international community to act to prevent a 'silent Gaza'.
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