German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock praised the diversity of the national football team, highlighting players with immigrant backgrounds and contrasting it with past debates. She emphasized football's role in uniting society and promoting equality.
Gaziantep FK has announced an extraordinary general assembly election for June 19, 2026, with a second meeting on June 26 if quorum is not met. Candidates must submit their lists by the start of the meeting.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected the 81st president of the UN General Assembly, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas Kakouris in a contested vote. He will assume office in September.
Germany failed to secure a temporary seat on the UN Security Council for the first time, losing a vote to Austria and Portugal. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called it a "real disappointment."
Germany failed to secure a temporary seat on the UN Security Council for the first time, losing a vote to Austria and Portugal. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the outcome a "real disappointment." Portugal received 134 votes, Austria 131, and Germany 104.
Germany failed to secure a temporary seat on the UN Security Council, losing a vote to Austria and Portugal. This marks a significant disappointment for Berlin, which has historically succeeded in its bids for the council.
Germany, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, suffered a significant diplomatic defeat as Portugal and Austria secured non-permanent seats on the UN Security Council, despite an aggressive lobbying campaign. German officials blamed Russia and Germany's support for Israel for the loss, which is expected to fuel domestic criticism.
Kyrgyzstan has been elected a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the first time, securing a two-thirds majority in a General Assembly vote against the Philippines. Austria, Zimbabwe, Portugal, and Trinidad and Tobago will also join in 2027.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has been elected president of the 81st UN General Assembly session, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas Kakouris with 99 votes. Rahman will serve a one-year term starting September 8, facing challenges to multilateralism and the selection of the next UN Secretary-General.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, has been elected President of the 81st UN General Assembly session starting September 2026. He secured 99 votes, defeating Cyprus's Ambassador Andreas S. Kakouris. This marks Bangladesh's return to this role after nearly 40 years, with India and Pakistan extending congratulations.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman won the UN General Assembly presidency, defeating Cyprus' Ambassador Andreas Kakouris. Rahman, who previously served as national security adviser and ambassador, will lead the 193-member body starting in September.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. He pledged to represent all member states and avoid personal bias in his duties, promising to seek common ground. Russia expressed readiness for cooperation.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected as the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. Rahman, a 72-year-old diplomat, secured 99 votes from 193 member states and will assume office in September.
Russia anticipates a visit from Bangladesh's Foreign Minister and UNGA President-elect Khalilur Rahman, expressing readiness for "close and constructive cooperation" to foster a multipolar world order and reform the UN.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected as the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. Rahman, a 72-year-old diplomat, received 99 votes from 193 member states.
Russia congratulated Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on his election as president of the 81st UN General Assembly session, expressing confidence in his leadership.
Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, has been elected the next President of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. He secured 99 votes from 193 member states and will assume office in September.
Galatasaray Club will hold an extraordinary general assembly on June 20 to authorize legal actions and transactions related to real estate projects and the establishment of a basketball company. A second meeting is scheduled for June 27 if quorum is not met.
Galatasaray will hold an extraordinary general assembly on June 20 to authorize legal actions for real estate projects and the establishment of a company for NBA Europe participation, with a potential second meeting on June 27 if quorum is not met.
UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock urges bold UN reforms amid global conflicts, stressing the UN's irreplaceable role. She highlights the challenge of consensus-building and the need to defend international law, especially with Germany's UNSC candidacy.
The UN General Assembly voted 141-8 in favor of a resolution urging states to transition away from fossil fuels, a move hailed by Vanuatu's PM as a "new chapter" in climate action. The resolution, co-sponsored by 90 countries, aims for net zero by 2050 but does not attribute responsibility to specific states.
Yang Kyeung-soo, head of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, met with ILO Director-General Gilbert Houngbo to discuss the social distribution of excess profits from AI adoption and urged the adoption of a platform labor convention at the upcoming ILO General Assembly.
Palestinian UN envoy Riyad Mansour's nomination for UNGA Vice President was withdrawn. The US had reportedly threatened visa revocations for Palestinian diplomats to pressure the withdrawal.
The US has pressured Palestinian UN envoy Riyad Mansour to withdraw his candidacy for a senior General Assembly post, threatening to revoke his delegation's visas. This move is linked to Palestinian diplomatic efforts at the UN and the stalled recovery of tax revenues from Israel.
