Yvonne Murray

in New York

The United Nations Security Council will vote on US-backed text

How is today's UN Security Council Gaza vote different?

The UN's most senior decision-making body will convene again today to cast their votes on a ceasefire and hostage resolution, drafted by the United States. But will it make any difference?

World • 10 Jun 24

The Norwegian, Palestinian, Irish and Spanish ambassadors to the UN

Israel and US increasingly isolated at United Nations

Israel has condemned moves by UN member states to unilaterally recognise Palestine. But the vast majority of member states already do.

Analysis and Comment • 28 May 24

The Dublin-NYC portal has been temporarily shut down after 'inappropriate behaviour' (pic: RollingNews.ie)

Dublin-NYC 'portal' artist appeals for people to behave

The artist behind the portal art installation connecting Dublin and New York has appealed to visitors to remember there could be children watching on the other side.

World • 15 May 24

President of the 78th United Nations General Assembly Dennis Francis speaks during a special session of the UN General Assembly

UN General Assembly backs Palestinian membership

The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly in favour of full Palestinian membership of the UN.

World • 10 May 24

The UN General Assembly is due to vote on Palestinian membership

Why the UN vote on Palestinian membership is a big deal

The UN General Assembly is expected to vote overwhelmingly in favour of enhanced Palestinian membership of the United Nations.

Middle East • 10 May 24

Watch: Cork woman wins Global Citizen prize in New York

Sophie Healy-Thow from Kinsale, Co Cork, is in New York this week to collect a Global Citizen Prize for her work in food, agriculture and nutrition.

Munster • 04 May 24

Student protest camp at Columbia University, New York

Pro-Palestinian protests spread across US campuses

America's university campuses have been rocked by pro-Palestinian protests, which began at Columbia University in New York last week. Police clash with protestors as US House speaker calls for President Biden to take action

US • 25 Apr 24

The report said Israel has yet to support its claim that a significant number of UNRWA staff were in terrorist organisations

UNRWA review finds neutrality issues persist at UN agency

An independent review of the UN's Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA), set up after Israel alleged 12 UNRWA staff were involved in the 7 October attacks, has found that neutrality issues persist and has made recommendations to improve communication and oversight.

Middle East • 22 Apr 24

Settlers reportedly set fire to Palestinian homes and vehicles in the West Bank in a retaliation attack

Rise in violence has West Bank back at heart of UN agenda

The killing of a young Israeli settler and retaliatory attacks on Palestinian villages and communities has this week put the issue of violence in the West Bank back at the heart of the UN's agenda.

World • 20 Apr 24

US deputy ambassador to the UN Robert Wood votes against a resolution allowing Palestinian UN membership

US vetoes proposal for Palestine to become full UN member

The United States has vetoed a Palestinian request for full membership of the United Nations.

World • 18 Apr 24