World Cup, Iran, Yemen & other topics - Daily Press Briefing (20 July 2026) | United Nations

Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General. Highlights: - World Cup - Secretary-General/Travels - Nelson Mandela International Day - Iran - Yemen - UNIFIL - Occupied Palestinian Territory - Security Council - Sudan - Democratic Republic of the Congo - Burundi - Ukraine - Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator - Burkina Faso - World Heritage Committee - World Chess Day - International Moon Day - Guests Today and Tomorrow WORLD CUP Huge congratulations to the men’s Spanish team on its World Cup victory yesterday. They now join the Spanish Women's team in being the reigning football world champions.  It’s the first time one country has held both men’s and women’s teams championships at the same time. By every account, it was a very impressive run by La Roja during the championship, during the games.   And well played to all of the other teams, as well, who, during the five weeks, provided the world with a lot of emotion … passion, joyfulness and a little bit of heartbreak for some of us. But congratulations to La Roja.    SECRETARY-GENERAL/TRAVELS Meanwhile, the Secretary-General is on his way back to New York from China. He will arrive late tonight. Following his attendance at the opening ceremony of the World AI Conference in Shanghai, he travelled to the Yunnan Province. This morning, in Kunming, the Secretary-General interacted with beneficiaries and local counterparts of UN programmes from agencies such as UNDP, FAO, IFAD and UN Women, supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in China. He heard first-hand accounts from beneficiaries of projects on biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration, promoting nature-based solutions, the sustainable use of medicinal plants and community-based conservation efforts linked to local livelihoods. The Secretary-General will be back in the office tomorrow. NELSON MANDELA INTERNATIONAL DAY Courtenay Rattray, the Secretary-General’s Chef de Cabinet delivered remarks on behalf of the Secretary-General to the General Assembly in observance of Nelson Mandela International Day, which was observed on Saturday. In his remarks, the Secretary-General paid tribute to the life and legacy of Madiba. He highlighted that Mandela Day reflects a defining challenge of our time, poverty and inequality, and celebrated Madiba’s ability to see the world both for what it was and what it could be, having recognized that progress is never automatic; it is the result of action. To honour that legacy, the Secretary-General encouraged all of us to carry forward Mandela’s vision of a just, inclusive, equal and peaceful world. Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date=2026-07-20


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S9 E9: 2022 Elections & Environmental Racism: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

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Building on the Legacy of Nelson Mandela

On #NelsonMandelaDay, we honor a legacy of service, justice, and hope. This year's theme is a reminder that the power to combat poverty and inequality is still in our hands. More information: https://www.un.org/en/exhibits/page/building-legacy-nelson-mandela


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World Cup 2026: Spain crowned champions, fans in jubilation • FRANCE 24 English

Relief and joy for Spanish fans all over the world after Spain's victory over Argentina (1-0). #Argentina #Spain #WorldCup 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/ Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBen Follow us on X: https://f24.my/Xen Bluesky: https://f24.my/BSen and Threads: https://f24.my/THen Browse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGen Discover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKen Get the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen


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Fast-moving wildfire in southern France forces evacuations, burns homes in Var • FRANCE 24 English

A fast-moving wildfire in southern France forced dozens of residents to evacuate on Sunday as more than 600 firefighters and water-bombing aircraft battled the blaze. Fanned by strong winds and dry vegetation, the fire near Draguignan burned 10 homes, damaged nine others and slightly injured one firefighter, authorities said. Read more about this story in our article: https://f24.my/C44k.y 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/ Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBen Follow us on X: https://f24.my/Xen Bluesky: https://f24.my/BSen and Threads: https://f24.my/THen Browse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGen Discover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKen Get the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen


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Spain win World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 • FRANCE 24 English

La Roja have been crowned World Champions for the second time after a tense battle with Argentina in New Jersey. Ferran Torres managed to fire a shot past Emiliano Martinez in extra time as he scored the one and only goal of the game, against a 10-man Argentina whose Enzo Fernandez was sent off after picking up a second yellow card. France 24's team analyses the game and the tournament after a record 104 matches. #spain #world cup #argentina 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/ Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBen Follow us on X: https://f24.my/Xen Bluesky: https://f24.my/BSen and Threads: https://f24.my/THen Browse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGen Discover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKen Get the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen


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LIVE: ENTIRE WORLD ERUPTS as Trump FAILS BADLY | The Weekend Show

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🚨Fox News in FULL PANIC MODE after TRUMP FAILURE!!

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When Mandela Called Me "Sir"

Former Zimbabwean journalist Newton Kanhema's life changed the day he met Nelson and Winnie Mandela, upon their first trip abroad after Nelson Mandela's release from prison. This encounter resonated with Kanehma's personal story, as the son of a man who was imprisoned for ten years without trial, in Zimbabwe. Meeting Mandela and covering his political life shaped Kanehma's career that ultimately led him to serve with the United Nations.


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S9 E8: Dr. Oz & Police Interrogations: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

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Taking Stock of the Pact for the Future - UN Deputy Secretary-General Remarks | United Nations

Remarks by Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, on Taking Stock of the Pact for the Future - Informal meeting of the General Assembly, 80th session.


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