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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 14/05/2026

3 years of brutal war turned Sudan into one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises. Around 19.5 million people are facing high levels of acute food insecurity. Over 8.9 million have been internally displaced.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 13/05/2026

The spread of misinformation and disinformation online is harming our information environment. There are ways each of us can help stop lies from spreading. Pause, and take care before you share.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 08/05/2026

“This is not COVID.” The risk of #hantavirus spreading to the general population is “absolutely low,” @who.int stresses, as its experts coordinate the global response to the virus. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 04/05/2026

When journalists are attacked, democracy is weakened and human rights erode, as citizens cannot make informed choices & polarization grows. Protecting them is not optional – is essential for safe, informed societies.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 24/04/2026

Deeply alarming findings: Human development in Gaza has been set back by a staggering 77 years. $71.4 billion will be needed over the next decade to restore essential services, rebuild critical infrastructure and support economic recovery.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 22/04/2026

2025 was the deadliest year yet for maritime movements of Rohingya refugees. Over 6,500 Rohingya attempted perilous sea crossings. 1 in 7 were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea & Bay of Bengal – the highest mortality rate worldwide of any major route for refugee & migrant sea journeys.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 14/02/2026

Time is running out to avert climate catastrophe. We only have one planet, one home. Let’s protect it - for all of our sake.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 08/02/2026

There is an alarming rapid rise in the volume of AI-generated sexualised images circulating, including cases where photographs of children have been manipulated and sexualised. Deepfake abuse is abuse, and its harm is real.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 12/01/2026

#Iran: #UnitedNations Secretary-General António Guterres is shocked by the reports of violence and excessive use against protesters. “I urge the Iranian authorities to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from unnecessary or disproportionate use of force.” www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 08/01/2026

#UnitedNations Secretary-General António Guterres regrets U.S. decision to withdraw from a number of UN entities. “The UN has a responsibility to deliver for those who depend on us. We will continue to carry out our mandates with determination.” news.un.org/en/story/202...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 07/01/2026

Amid #Venezuela’s political upheaval, the UN mission remains constant: 🔹 keep humanitarian lifelines open 🔹 defend human rights 🔹 support Venezuelans at home and across the region. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 03/01/2026

The #UnitedNations Secretary-General António Guterres is deeply alarmed by the recent escalation in #Venezuela, culminating with today’s United States military action in the country, which has potential worrying implications for the region. www.un.org/sg/en/conten...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 24/12/2025

As many of us are gathering with loved ones for the holiday season, my thoughts are with the millions of children living in and fleeing conflict zones. No child should ever experience violence anywhere, anytime. The urgency for action has never been greater.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 10/12/2025

Today, as we mark #HumanRightsDay, I think of those whose rights are being limited, violated and denied every day. We cannot stay silent. We cannot afford any setbacks. Human rights are non-negotiable. They belong to each and every one of us.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 06/12/2025

I was so sad to hear that Porter Andersen has died. Porter was a sharp observer of the publishing industry, recognizing both the responsibilities and the power that publishers carry. His voice will be truly missed, and we will proudly continue the important conversations that he inspired.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/11/2025

As cyberstalking, gendered disinformation, and AI-driven deepfakes escalate, 1.8 billion women and girls chave no access to legal protection from digital abuse. Adolescent girls face some of the greatest risks. Stop digital abuse. They need support, accountability, safety.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 20/11/2025

Their leadership shows that change begins with young people who dare to act — and their impact is lighting the path forward.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 20/11/2025

On Wednesday, at UN Headquarters in Geneva, I had the pleasure to meet this year’s Young Activist Summit laureates — Salvino, Rena, Dev, Aminata, and Marina. These remarkable young changemakers are showing us all that a better world is already taking shape.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/11/2025

The senseless #Sudan war has created the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis. Egypt has become the largest refuge for those escaping. I met refugees at UNHCR Egypt. Safe here, but still shaken with trauma, broken dreams & new worries. Impressed how UNHCR registers & supports them.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 24/10/2025

As we celebrate UN Day and our 80th anniversary, let us reaffirm our commitment to one of the most ambitious undertakings in human history: The decision - despite our differences - to solve problems together. To work sincerely, creatively & humbly. For a better future for all.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 10/10/2025

Very happy to be invited to speak at the Publish Her Lounge at the @buchmesse.de on Women in Executive Leadership with a panel of incredible women! We will discuss what true influence looks like, in publishing & beyond. October 16th, 10 am CEST: womeninpublishing.org/events/frank...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 04/10/2025

Gaza’s health system is near collapse and is struggling to treat the nearly 42,000 people with life-changing war injuries. This includes 10,000 kids. The @who.int is appealing to bring in more medical supplies and assistive devices.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 23/09/2025

The 80th session of #UNGA is about to start at United Nations Headquarters in New York! Tune in and watch the live on UN Web TV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1n...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 21/09/2025

It is such an honor to be working under his extraordinary leadership as our organization works to tackle the pressing challenges facing humanity today. Stay tuned for the interview!

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 21/09/2025

“The world is only one, and what happens in any part of the world will have an effect in our own lives. Our house is our world, and the problems anywhere in the world are our problems,” he told me during our conversation.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 21/09/2025

As we gear up for the #UNGA, I got to interview my boss - UN Secretary-General António Guterres on what he expects from world leaders here - in “our house”, at UN Headquarters in New York, next week.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 19/09/2025

I am so proud of my fantastic UN Department of Global Communications team for all their hard work ahead of the the General Assembly. As world leaders and change makers gather here in New York, we will be streaming, photographing, live blogging, interviewing, posting and hosting events and panels.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 10/09/2025

Inspiring moment at UN Headquarters in New York today as the 80th session of the General Assembly opened under the theme “Better Together”.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 05/09/2025

One of my latest guests on Awake At Night, Yacoub El Hillo, spent much of his career helping refugees & displaced people. But, when cataclysmic war erupted in his home country, Sudan, he had to help his own family flee. Find out more on his story: bit.ly/4mOLvNo

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/08/2025

In Bangladesh, over 1 million Rohingya refugees rely on humanitarian aid to survive, but now as needs are growing, devastating funding cuts threaten to collapse critical lifesaving services. Rohingya refugees have endured so much - we must not forget them.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/08/2025

Monday marked 8 years since over 700,000 Rohingya were forced by unimaginable violence & brutality to flee their homes in Myanmar. Every year as we approach this tragic anniversary, I cannot stop thinking of the traumatized refugees I met in Cox’s Bazar, the biggest, most congested camp on earth.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 14/08/2025

Hundreds of thousands of people still trapped in Sudan's besieged city of El Fasher face starvation, as the city remains cut off from humanitarian access. WFP is ready with trucks full of food aid to send into El Fasher but urgently needs guarantees of safe passage. So many lives are at stake.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/08/2025

Shocking news that the Israeli military killed 5 @aljazeera.com journalists in #Gaza by targeting their tent. More than 240 Palestinian journalists met the same terrible fate since the war began, silencing their voices. Journalists are protected under international humanitarian law.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 29/07/2025

Today, The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification issued a red alert: “The worst-case scenario of famine is currently playing out in Gaza.” news.un.org/en/story/202...

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/07/2025

There are simply no words left. Heartbreaking photos from our UNRWA colleagues in Gaza where conditions reached an unspeakable level of devastation with children paying the highest price. Starvation is widespread and people are dying. Parents are too hungry to care for their children.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/07/2025

Today, on the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration for the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica, we remember and honour the victims and pay tribute to the strength, dignity and courage of the survivors and families.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/07/2025

Earlier this year, I welcomed her back to UN Headquarters in New York when we discussed the importance of commemorating the victims of the genocide, and educating future generations about the genocide, and its impact.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/07/2025

In that occasion, I met Munira Subasić, President of the Association Mothers of Srebrenica, who lost 22 relatives during the genocide including her husband and one of her sons.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/07/2025

A few years ago, I was profoundly moved by visiting the Memorial Center in Srebrenica, which marks the site of the genocide. It was devastating to hear the stories of the mothers who lost so many and are still searching for their remains.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 11/07/2025

30 years ago, in July 1995, over 8,000 Bosnian men and boys were systematically separated from their families, executed, and buried in mass graves. Thousands of women, children and older persons were forcibly displaced. An entire generation was lost.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 03/07/2025

UN Secretary-General António Guterres is appalled by the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and renews his call for an immediate permanent ceasefire and for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/06/2025

This week, I was so encouraged to see so many young people visiting our UN Headquarters in Vienna eager to learn more about the UN work and impact around the world -- for a brighter future of peace, safety and dignity for all.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 25/06/2025

There are more young people on the planet today than ever before. During these challenging & uncertain times, it is no exaggeration to say that our hopes for a better world lie with them.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 24/06/2025

“I very much welcome President Trump’s announcement of a cease-fire between Israel and Iran. I urge the two countries to respect it fully. The fighting must stop.“ — UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 20/06/2025

Refugee rights are human rights. They are not negotiable. At a time of record displacement and shrinking support, we always choose solidarity over silence. Together, we can build a kinder world where no one feels forgotten or alone - one action at a time.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 13/06/2025

UN SG António Guterres condemns the recent military escalation in the Middle East. He is especially concerned by Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear installations amid ongoing US-Iran nuclear talks, calling on both sides to show maximum restraint to avoid deeper conflict the region cannot afford.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 30/05/2025

With Nihon Hidankyo - a grass-roots movement of survivors from Hiroshima & Nagasaki. It was a privilege to see Mr. Terumi Tanaka and Ms. Masako Wada of Nihon Hidankyo again yesterday. My heartfelt congratulations to receiving last year’s Nobel Peace Prize.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 21/05/2025

“We need this aid to enter now. It has to go to people who are desperate.” In this video, our colleague Louise Wateridge speaks from a UNRWA warehouse in Amman, Jordan, where supplies have been held up due to the 11-week-long siege.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 15/05/2025

Alarming news from latest UN Women report: Half of women’s organizations helping women and girls in humanitarian crisis zones may shut down in 6 months due to the drastic global aid cuts. If these organizations vanish, so will vital lifelines for millions of vulnerable women & girls.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 13/05/2025

Families across Gaza are at risk of famine as fighting has surged again, border crossings are still closed, and food is dangerously scarce. 1 in 5 people in Gaza faces starvation. This while the food they need is sitting at the border.

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