António Guterres.
Secretary-General of the United Nations since 2017
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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In 2021, Fiji and Cook Islands attended a training meeting, while António Guterres advocated for ending the war on nature.Some support1 report
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A Costa Rican candidate has challenged the current UN chief, António Guterres, regarding the leadership succession.Some support2 reports
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An incident occurred on Qeshm Island off the Iran coast amid ongoing international hostilities.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Candidates for key UN and IAEA roles are emerging, with Donald Trump expressing reservations about António Guterres' successor.Some support2 reports
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Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel, amid ongoing IDF operations and opposition to US-Iran peace talks.Well supported85 reports22 developments inside
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El Niño is causing severe global weather impacts, including flooding in Kenya and Somalia, drought in Brazil, and wildfire risks in Indonesia.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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El Niño is threatening massive economic damage globally, with impacts entering a danger zone.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Greece is expected to oppose António Guterres's successor, while the UN is sidelined in wars in Iran.Some support9 reports
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Viktor Orbán is being touted as a potential successor to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, with support from the US.Some support1 report
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Discussions are underway regarding candidates for the UN Secretary-General role, involving Costa Rica, Argentina, and key figures like Olara Otunnu and Han Zheng.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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Khalilur Rahman opened the General Debate session, noting the UN's constraints due to outdated power structures.Well supported12 reports3 developments inside
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The UN General Assembly discussed the UN secretary-general race, ongoing conflicts in Iran, and wars in the Gaza Strip.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Costa Rica's candidate leads the UN top job race while an Emirati diplomat secures aid delivery to Gaza.Some support1 report
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Erdoğan reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for the UN80 Initiative, working toward making Istanbul a U.N. hub.Some support4 reports
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UN chief António Guterres condemned a deadly church attack in Jordan, while the IAEA warned Iran regarding nuclear non-proliferation.Some support4 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres linked Middle East conflict to global energy shocks and warned about climate change impacts in Greenland and the Amazon.Well supported11 reports5 developments inside
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Guterres likened Middle East conflict to El Niño, warning that war consequences are traveling from the Middle East to cause public discontent and protests in Europe.Some support3 reports
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Houthi forces, backed by Iran, have vowed to impose a naval blockade on targets in Saudi Arabia, including the capital Riyadh.Well supported28 reports
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The UN Secretary-General convened a high-level climate event during the General Assembly session.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Guterres delivered a message in Samarkand, while Khalilur Rahman serves as Bangladesh's Foreign Minister.Some support1 report
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Inger Andersen and António Guterres warned about the failure of global climate targets.Well supported6 reports
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An Oceans conference was held in Kenya regarding Africa's oceans, while a separate UN summit took place in Yerevan.Some support1 report
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Several international figures, including Michelle Bachelet and Macky Sall, are contending for the leadership role succeeding António Guterres.Well supported10 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Yerevan to hold talks with Nikol Pashinyan.Well supported17 reports2 developments inside
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Guterres spoke at the launch of a report in Yerevan on October 17, 2026.Some support5 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed bilateral program cooperation and regional peace for development with Armenia.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres currently serves as the UN Secretary-General, while Rebeca Grynspan leads a UN trade and development agency.Some support2 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened a Global Forum in Beijing on May 28, 2026.Well supported6 reports
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Guterres proposed budget cuts for the United Nations during a meeting at UN Headquarters in New York.Some support2 reports
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A UN conference was held in Geneva on October 13, 2026, which included an Israeli diplomat.Some support1 report
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Pacific nations sought protection of statehood and maritime boundaries, while New Zealand abstained on a UN pandemic declaration in 2021.Some support1 report
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António Guterres is preparing for his final session at the United Nations General Assembly.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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António Guterres's report lists Algeria as a party involved in a conflict.Some support1 report
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Ban Ki-moon and António Guterres both served as UN Secretary-General.Some support1 report
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Trump defended policies while warning Iran, Pezeshkian accused Washington of coercion, and Guterres addressed UNGA in New York.Some support1 report
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Brazil renews calls for UN Security Council enlargement while Trump defends his stance on Iran and the ICC.Some support2 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres held a roundtable discussion during his official visit to Pakistan.Some support2 reports
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Diplomatic figures commented on global conflicts, including UN recognition of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Guterres noting the reduced importance of wars in Ethiopia.Some support4 reports
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The UN is grappling with the implications of the Trump administration's consideration of US withdrawal and funding issues, including a $2 billion provision to UNHCR.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A UN initiative is accelerating grid development in Africa, while Zambia seeks 5,000MW of surplus wind power to meet energy needs.Some support1 report
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Ishaq Dar informed on Pakistan's stance regarding Kashmir during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting is underway in Palau, with António Guterres leading the annual dialogue ahead of Pre-COP31 in Fiji.Some support7 reports2 developments inside
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Leaders call for COP31 to meet climate commitments and urge a united Pacific stance on climate change.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres, serving as the outgoing UN Secretary-General, commented on the failure to prevent conflict involving Israel.Well supported4 reports
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Guterres highlighted immense civilian suffering across the Middle East, Sahel, and Sudan, while Pakistan authored a related diplomatic text.Some support2 reports
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Pakistan hosted António Guterres and facilitated dialogue between the US and Iran amid escalating regional tensions.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres warned of international system strain regarding the prolonged conflict and humanitarian issues in the Gaza Strip.Well supported5 reports
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UN officials, including António Guterres, criticized Israeli organizations for sexual violence and reports placed Israel on a sexual violence blacklist.Well supported7 reports
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Nikol Pashinyan will participate in the 81st session of the UNGA in New York and meet with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A president spoke at the General Debate in New York on October 5, 2026, as part of the high-level UN activities.Some support2 reports
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of environmental collapse and human rights crisis.Well supported19 reports2 developments inside
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India's representative and UN Secretary-General António Guterres discussed Gandhian values guiding sustainable development goals.Some support1 report
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Trump gave a speech at the UN General Assembly where he demanded an investigation via Guterres, while Carney commented on his past issues.Well supported5 reports
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António Guterres warned about violence in the occupied West Bank, and US policy is under scrutiny regarding actions there.Some support1 report
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A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.Some support1 report
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António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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Saudi Arabia met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and provided $6 million in funding.Some support1 report
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Chad has notified António Guterres of its exit, while Donald Trump has urged Chad to quit the ICC.Some support1 report
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The current UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, is facing term limits and calls for a major overhaul of the United Nations structure.Some support2 reports
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António Guterres accused Israel of risking ethnic cleansing on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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What's reaching António Guterres
Events traced to António Guterres, step by step, newest first- Guterres issues direct appeals for ceasefire and condemns war violations in UkraineGuterres issues direct appeals for ceasefire and condemns war violations in UkraineLikely
- António Guterres must navigate financial strain and operational challenges at the UNAntónio Guterres must navigate financial strain and operational challenges at the UN.Likely
- UN vote on Cuba may require Guterres to adjust aid strategyThe UN vote on Cuba may force the Secretary-General to adjust aid strategy.Possible
- How could the ideological shift in Syria's curriculum affect António Guterres?Syria's new curriculum challenges UN efforts to promote peace and tolerancePossible
- US pressure for cuts challenges Guterres' ability to lead UN reformAntónio Guterres faces challenges to his mandate amid US pressure for UN cutsLikely
- António Guterres may face pressure to accelerate institutional reforms for AfricaAntónio Guterres may face pressure to accelerate institutional reforms for AfricaLikely
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- How could Israel's likely absence from the climate summit affect António Guterres?Israel's absence from climate summit could challenge global consensus on Paris AgreementPossible
- Increased military aid could heighten the humanitarian crisis António Guterres must address in GazaIncreased military aid could heighten the humanitarian crisis António Guterres must address in Gaza.Possible
- How could the high-level meeting on global aid affect António Guterres?UN leadership may face pressure to accelerate reforms amid global aid crisisPossible
- How could the status of major Syrian cities affect António Guterres?The UN Secretary-General must address severe infrastructure and security crises in SyriaLikely
- How could Trump's push for UNSC action on Iran affect António Guterres?Trump's aggressive stance may undermine the UN's ability to mediate the Iran crisisPossible
Explainers that pass through António Guterres
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News at the entities that move António Guterres most-
United Nations StructuralTurkey's Erdogan used the UN General Assembly to stress the importance of Turkish Cypriots' rights in Cyprus.Moves António Guterres
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general assembly StructuralLawmakers in Virginia are currently developing regulations for autonomous vehicles.Moves António Guterres
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Nikol Pashinyan OperationalCriticism mounts that Nikol Pashinyan's foreign policy is unduly influenced by and serves the interests of Azerbaijan.Moves António Guterres
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Dario Amodei OperationalDario Amodei and Anthropic discuss how new rules restrict startups and how a slowdown could boost IPO prospects.Moves António Guterres
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Syria OperationalIllegal gold mining occurs along the Sudan-Egypt border, while Syria condemns an attack on Egyptian border guards.Moves António Guterres
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Olara Otunnu OperationalOlara Otunnu served as UN Council President and devised straw-balloting regarding Waldheim's succession.Moves António Guterres
Connections
The 40 strongest of 373, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
United Nations Structural
António Guterres serves as the Secretary-General, the functional leader of the United Nations institution.
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general assembly Structural
Guterres serves as the UN Secretary-General, whose mandate and agenda is executed within the General Assembly structure.
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Syria Operational
António Guterres utilizes his official capacity as UN Secretary-General to engage with the government and people of Syria regarding political transition, humanitarian aid, and recovery efforts.
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Stéphane Dujarric Structural
Stéphane Dujarric serves as the official spokesperson for António Guterres.
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Olara Otunnu Operational
Olara Otunnu is actively campaigning and competing against António Guterres for the UN Secretary-General position.
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Pakistan Operational
António Guterres and Pakistan maintain a strong, active diplomatic relationship characterized by official visits, mutual cooperation on global issues, and institutional engagement.
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Rebeca Grynspan Operational
Rebeca Grynspan is actively competing with António Guterres for the successor role at the United Nations.
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Martin Kimani Structural
Martin Kimani holds a formal position appointed by António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General.
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Nikol Pashinyan Operational
The two political leaders actively coordinate diplomatic efforts, holding talks and co-opening summits on international peace and security.
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Haiti Operational
António Guterres actively engages with Haiti by visiting, condemning violence, and reporting on the ongoing humanitarian and political crises.
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Gaza Strip Operational
Guterres actively tracks the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and issues calls for ceasefires and compliance.
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Paris Agreement Operational
Guterres actively tracks, advocates for, and comments on the goals and implementation status of the Paris Agreement.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump and Guterres engage in high-stakes, often conflicting, dialogue regarding global governance, UN funding, and international policy.
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Sudan Operational
Guterres actively addresses and calls for international action regarding the humanitarian and conflict crises in Sudan.
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United Nations General Assembly Structural
António Guterres serves as the UN Secretary-General, actively participating in and addressing the United Nations General Assembly.
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Cyprus Operational
António Guterres travels to Cyprus to engage in diplomatic talks aimed at reviving peace processes and resolving ethnic divisions.
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El Nino Operational
António Guterres actively issues and discusses urgent international warnings regarding the climate impacts of El Nino.
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Ethiopia Operational
António Guterres actively monitors the security crisis in Ethiopia and calls for an end to fighting and dialogue.
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Africa Operational
Guterres actively advocates for African inclusion, development, and political representation within international forums.
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Middle East Operational
António Guterres actively addresses, monitors, and calls for de-escalation regarding geopolitical crises and conflicts in the Middle East.
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International Committee of the Red Cross Operational
António Guterres and the ICRC actively collaborate, issuing joint appeals and warnings regarding the use of autonomous weapons.
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Macky Sall Operational
António Guterres and Macky Sall were actively competing for the UN Secretary-General leadership role until Sall withdrew his bid.
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West Bank Operational
Guterres actively tracks and issues warnings regarding violence, closures, and settlement expansion in the West Bank.
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United Nations Security Council Structural
António Guterres fulfills functional duties and is subject to governance by the United Nations Security Council.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Operational
António Guterres leverages his role as UN Secretary-General to address the ongoing security, health, and humanitarian crises within the DRC.
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Dario Amodei Operational
Dario Amodei's proposals regarding AI safety actively influence and guide António Guterres's discussions at the United Nations.
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Balendra Shah Operational
Balendra Shah and António Guterres held multiple high-level diplomatic meetings at the UN to discuss national issues, climate change, and disaster response.
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Bloomberg Philanthropies Operational
Bloomberg Philanthropies actively aligns its policy initiatives and advocacy efforts with the goals and pushes of the UN and its agencies.
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World Meteorological Organization Operational
António Guterres utilizes the WMO's scientific forecasts and findings in his official capacity.
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Yerevan Transactional
António Guterres visited Yerevan for a summit and conference, where he addressed leaders and launched a report.
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Economic and Social Council Operational
António Guterres served as the presiding officer for the Economic and Social Council ceremony.
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Houthis Operational
Guterres issues condemnations and appeals regarding Houthi attacks, while the Houthis exert pressure on the UN Secretary-General.
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Pekka Haavisto Structural
António Guterres formally appointed Pekka Haavisto to serve as a Personal Envoy.
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Damascus Transactional
António Guterres visited Damascus for high-level talks concerning Syrian reconstruction and peace efforts.
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Hamas Operational
Guterres and Hamas are actively coupled through reciprocal public statements, condemnation, and alleged influence regarding the Gaza conflict.
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Masoud Pezeshkian Operational
The two leaders met to discuss urgent issues concerning the Middle East conflict.
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Guyana Operational
Guyana actively participates in the UN leadership race and influences global resource policy through diplomatic channels.
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Liberia Operational
António Guterres engages with Liberia on political developments and diplomatic matters, including hosting and addressing local issues.
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Nigeria Operational
Nigeria actively engages with António Guterres and the UN structure, participating in forums and seeking diplomatic support.
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María Fernanda Espinosa Operational
The two individuals are actively competing for the leadership role succeeding António Guterres.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
28 events- A Costa Rican candidate has challenged the current UN chief, António Guterres, regarding the leadership succession.
- Candidates for key UN and IAEA roles are emerging, with Donald Trump expressing reservations about António Guterres' successor.
- Greece is expected to oppose António Guterres's successor, while the UN is sidelined in wars in Iran.
- Viktor Orbán is being touted as a potential successor to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, with support from the US.
- Costa Rica's candidate leads the UN top job race while an Emirati diplomat secures aid delivery to Gaza.
- Erdoğan reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for the UN80 Initiative, working toward making Istanbul a U.N. hub.
- UN chief António Guterres condemned a deadly church attack in Jordan, while the IAEA warned Iran regarding nuclear non-proliferation.
- Guterres likened Middle East conflict to El Niño, warning that war consequences are traveling from the Middle East to cause public discontent and protests in Europe.
- Guterres delivered a message in Samarkand, while Khalilur Rahman serves as Bangladesh's Foreign Minister.
- An Oceans conference was held in Kenya regarding Africa's oceans, while a separate UN summit took place in Yerevan.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Yerevan to hold talks with Nikol Pashinyan.
- Guterres spoke at the launch of a report in Yerevan on October 17, 2026.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed bilateral program cooperation and regional peace for development with Armenia.
- Guterres proposed budget cuts for the United Nations during a meeting at UN Headquarters in New York.
- A UN conference was held in Geneva on October 13, 2026, which included an Israeli diplomat.
- Pacific nations sought protection of statehood and maritime boundaries, while New Zealand abstained on a UN pandemic declaration in 2021.
- António Guterres's report lists Algeria as a party involved in a conflict.
- Ban Ki-moon and António Guterres both served as UN Secretary-General.
- Trump defended policies while warning Iran, Pezeshkian accused Washington of coercion, and Guterres addressed UNGA in New York.
- Brazil renews calls for UN Security Council enlargement while Trump defends his stance on Iran and the ICC.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres held a roundtable discussion during his official visit to Pakistan.
- Diplomatic figures commented on global conflicts, including UN recognition of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Guterres noting the reduced importance of wars in Ethiopia.
- A UN initiative is accelerating grid development in Africa, while Zambia seeks 5,000MW of surplus wind power to meet energy needs.
- Ishaq Dar informed on Pakistan's stance regarding Kashmir during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
- Leaders call for COP31 to meet climate commitments and urge a united Pacific stance on climate change.
- Pakistan hosted António Guterres and facilitated dialogue between the US and Iran amid escalating regional tensions.
- A president spoke at the General Debate in New York on October 5, 2026, as part of the high-level UN activities.
- India's representative and UN Secretary-General António Guterres discussed Gandhian values guiding sustainable development goals.
September 2026
19 events- El Niño is threatening massive economic damage globally, with impacts entering a danger zone.
- Discussions are underway regarding candidates for the UN Secretary-General role, involving Costa Rica, Argentina, and key figures like Olara Otunnu and Han Zheng.
- Khalilur Rahman opened the General Debate session, noting the UN's constraints due to outdated power structures.
- The UN General Assembly discussed the UN secretary-general race, ongoing conflicts in Iran, and wars in the Gaza Strip.
- Houthi forces, backed by Iran, have vowed to impose a naval blockade on targets in Saudi Arabia, including the capital Riyadh.
- The UN Secretary-General convened a high-level climate event during the General Assembly session.
- Inger Andersen and António Guterres warned about the failure of global climate targets.
- António Guterres currently serves as the UN Secretary-General, while Rebeca Grynspan leads a UN trade and development agency.
- António Guterres is preparing for his final session at the United Nations General Assembly.
- The 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting is underway in Palau, with António Guterres leading the annual dialogue ahead of Pre-COP31 in Fiji.
- António Guterres, serving as the outgoing UN Secretary-General, commented on the failure to prevent conflict involving Israel.
- António Guterres warned of international system strain regarding the prolonged conflict and humanitarian issues in the Gaza Strip.
- Nikol Pashinyan will participate in the 81st session of the UNGA in New York and meet with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
- António Guterres warned about violence in the occupied West Bank, and US policy is under scrutiny regarding actions there.
- A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.
- Saudi Arabia met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and provided $6 million in funding.
- Chad has notified António Guterres of its exit, while Donald Trump has urged Chad to quit the ICC.
- The current UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, is facing term limits and calls for a major overhaul of the United Nations structure.
- António Guterres accused Israel of risking ethnic cleansing on September 27, 2026.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
3 events- An incident occurred on Qeshm Island off the Iran coast amid ongoing international hostilities.
- The UN is grappling with the implications of the Trump administration's consideration of US withdrawal and funding issues, including a $2 billion provision to UNHCR.
- Trump gave a speech at the UN General Assembly where he demanded an investigation via Guterres, while Carney commented on his past issues.
July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
6 events- Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel, amid ongoing IDF operations and opposition to US-Iran peace talks.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres linked Middle East conflict to global energy shocks and warned about climate change impacts in Greenland and the Amazon.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened a Global Forum in Beijing on May 28, 2026.
- UN officials, including António Guterres, criticized Israeli organizations for sexual violence and reports placed Israel on a sexual violence blacklist.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of environmental collapse and human rights crisis.
- António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.