the United Nations
noun
: an international organization that helps to solve world conflicts peacefully
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Similar trends are expected globally, where wildfires are projected to increase 30% by mid-century, according to the United Nations.
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Hayley Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Haley’s words and photos were shared in a social media post by Danny Danon, an Israeli politician and former ambassador to the United Nations, who accompanied her during the visit.
—Koh Ewe, TIME, 29 May 2024
The Tudor City Overpass near the United Nations headquarters is a popular spot.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2024
In theory, the United Nations Security Council can issue a resolution on the matter, but the United States, Israel’s most powerful ally, has a permanent seat on the council, enabling it to veto any measure against Israel.
—Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 24 May 2024
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Hayley Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Haley’s words and photos were shared in a social media post by Danny Danon, an Israeli politician and former ambassador to the United Nations, who accompanied her during the visit.
—Koh Ewe, TIME, 29 May 2024
The Tudor City Overpass near the United Nations headquarters is a popular spot.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2024
In theory, the United Nations Security Council can issue a resolution on the matter, but the United States, Israel’s most powerful ally, has a permanent seat on the council, enabling it to veto any measure against Israel.
—Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 24 May 2024
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