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Daily Wrap 8 September 2025

World News in Brief: UN chief condemns Russian attacks on Ukraine, Gaza crisis continues, protecting civilians in DR Congo The UN chief has added his strong condemnation of Russian strikes overnight into Sunday targeting Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities which killed dozens – including children – and damaged civilian infrastructure. Read more Peace and Security Afghanistan quake: 'Communities are struggling with basic survival' A senior UN aid coordination official in Afghanistan on Monday urged the international community to respond to earthquake victims' urgent need for support "not only to survive today, but to have the strength to rebuild their lives tomorrow." Read more Humanitarian Aid Leadership of women crucial to UN's reinvention at 80, says former Assembly President Since the creation of the United Nations 80 years ago, only four women have served as President of the General Assembly, where all 193 UN Member States debate the key issues facing the world.   Read more UN Affairs Guterres strongly condemns terror attack in Jerusalem Two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a bus stop in Jerusalem on Monday, killing at least six people and leaving others wounded, some in a serious condition, according to Israeli authorities. Read more Peace and Security UN ready to assist Nepal following deadly protests over social media ban At least 15 people have been killed in Nepal, and over 100 injured, in large-scale youth protests that erupted in the capital and other cities on Monday following a Government ban on social media platforms.  Read more Peace and Security UN rights chief denounces 'glorification of violence' and attack on rule of law UN rights chief Volker Türk on Monday condemned what he called a worldwide "glorification of violence" which is underway, as well as "coordinated efforts" to undermine fundamental birthrights. "It is time for States to wake up and to act," he insisted. Read more Human Rights

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Today in DOW: Sept. 9, 2025

Today in DOW: Sept. 9, 2025 Open Press Events Secretary of War The secretary hosts an enhanced honor cordon and meeting welcoming His Excellency Chan Chun Sing, Minister of Defence for the Republic of Singapore, to the Pentagon at 3 p.m. EDT on the...   Read More > Deputy Secretary of War The deputy secretary has no public or media events on his schedule.   Read More > Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff The chairman has no public or media events on his schedule.   Read More > Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff The vice chairman is traveling.   Read More > Additional Open Press Events   Read More > View All Postings   Contacts Additions and corrections for Today in DOW are invited and should be directed to the press desk by calling +1 (703) 697-5131 or +1 (703) 697-5132. For additional media information click here. Public Inquiries Contact us for more information, if you have questions or for technical support. Media Questions News media representatives with questions for the Department of War may reach our press desk by calling +1 (703) 697-5131. Duty Officer A public affairs duty officer is available 24 hours a day through +1 (703) 697-5131.

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