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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

Transmission generally requires close and prolonged contact, particularly among household members, intimate partners or healthcare workers.

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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

I thank all journalists and media workers who dedicate their lives to ensuring truth prevails over lies and that the powerful are held to account.

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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 · 03/05/2026

Shocking: Restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment in Afghanistan could lead to a loss of over 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030. More than one million girls have already been denied their right to learn.

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

With massive destruction to housing, health & education, recovery must start now- alongside humanitarian action. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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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

Despite the extreme dangers – including trafficking, exploitation, and death at sea – thousands of Rohingya refugees continue to undertake these journeys. All they want is dignity and safety. www.unhcr.org/news/briefin...

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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 · 10/02/2026

Another tragedy of the desperate: At least 53 migrants and refugees – including two babies – are dead or missing after a large rubber dinghy capsized off the coast of Libya. No person fleeing conflict, persecution, or hunger should have to die trying to reach safety. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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53 migrants die in latest shipwreck tragedy off Libya coast

Fifty-three migrants including two babies are dead or missing after a large rubber dinghy capsized off the coast of Libya, the UN migration agency said on Monday.

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

AI-generated sexualised images, videos or audio of children are child sexual abuse material. Even without an identifiable victim, it normalises the sexual exploitation of children. UNICEF calls urgent action to prevent and protect children from this escalating threat. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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‘Deepfake abuse is abuse,’ UNICEF warns

New evidence reveals a proliferation of sexualised images of youngsters generated by artificial intelligence (AI) and a dearth of laws to stop it, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned on Wednesday.

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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

Today’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and every day, let’s unite to stop digital abuse.

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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 · 23/10/2025

And by ten votes to one, judges also held that Israel “has an obligation” to cooperate in good faith with the United Nations, “providing every assistance in any action it takes in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations,” including, UNRWA.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 23/10/2025

The court called on Israel to also “respect and protect” all aid workers, medical personnel and facilities.

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Melissa Fleming @melissafleming.un.org · 23/10/2025

The International Justice Court delivered an Advisory Opinion concluding that Israel is required to: "ensure that the population of the Occupied Palestinian Territory has the essential supplies of daily life, including food, water, clothing, bedding, shelter, fuel, medical supplies and services.”

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Israel is obliged to let aid flow into Occupied Palestinian Territory, says World Court

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) says that Israel must uphold its responsibilities as the “occupying power” by ensuring aid can flow freely and by respecting the rights of the UN and other hum...

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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

With such dire injuries, medical evacuation is for many their only hope. We need many more countries to accept patients. news.un.org/en/story/202...

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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

We will provide access to over 3000 media professionals and facilitate the participation of more than 1000 civil society representatives. Watch this space for all our #UNGA coverage!

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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

Looking forward to support President Annalena Baerbock as she leads the Assembly in addressing the world's most pressing challenges - working together for peace, development and human rights.

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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 · 22/08/2025

Famine confirmed for first time in #Gaza @fao.org @unicef.org @wfp.org & @who.int call for an immediate & full-scale humanitarian response given the escalating hunger-related deaths, rapidly worsening levels of acute malnutrition & plummeting levels of food consumption. www.fao.org/newsroom/det...

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Famine confirmed for first time in Gaza

FAO, UNICEF, WFP and WHO reiterate call for immediate ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access to curb deaths from hunger and malnutrition.

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