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There is widespread consensus that the world needs to move away from dirty fuel sources which cause pollution and pump out gases that are contributing to the climate crisis. Fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas are not just used to generate electricity, but they bring in revenue for countries that have big reserves. Keeping them in the ground means that States have to find other ways to develop your economy.

Juliette TOUMA, Head of Communication and Spokesperson, shares the harrowing experience of Abdallah, a UNRWA photojournalist, who miraculously survived a bombardment in northern Gaza despite sustaining severe injuries.

Video Message by António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General, on Golden Jubilee of the Islamic Development Bank.

Since the 1950s, plastic has become so ubiquitous that it's now used in everything from children's toys and medical equipment to beauty products and airplanes. And while plastic was once hailed as a miracle product, we now know the damage plastic pollution does to ecosystems, the climate, human health and the economy.

A displaced Palestinian with special needs conveys what is happening in Gaza through sign language. Bassem Al-Habal shares his stories on social media videos.

Sigrid Kaag's interview with UN News with Urdu captions

Small Island Developing States are particularly vulnerable to plastic pollution.

Highlights from the UN News interview with Sigrid Kaag on the situation in Gaza.

Sigrid Kaag Interview with UN News

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