the United Nations

noun

: an international organization that helps to solve world conflicts peacefully

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What's New Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky has announced a shake-up of his diplomatic team, including Kyiv's envoy to the United Nations. —

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Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024 Some of those residents' needs ended up being met by relief from the United Nations and nongovernmental organizations. —

Lauren Frayer, NPR, 20 Dec. 2024 The new emissions goal comes as other countries worldwide submit their NDCs to the United Nations for approval. —

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