"The risk of nuclear war does not rest on a single decision. It accumulates, test by test, each explosion edging the world closer to potential catastrophe."
- Robert Floyd, Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization
Four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and 12 years since the illegal annexation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and City of Sevastopopl, the war continues to inflict untold suffering on the Ukrainian people.
Marking 25 years of the WPS Agenda - to celebrate the progress made and reflect on the work ahead to ensure it remains durable and sustainable.
Co-organized by CTBTO, OPCW, UNIDO, UNODA, UNODC, UNOOSA, with the collaboration of UNIS
Global military spending reached an unprecedented $2.7 trillion in 2024 amid intensifying wars and rising geopolitical tensions worldwide.
Eighty years after both the founding of the United Nations and the first use of nuclear weapons, the world must summon the courage and conviction to finally turn the page.
After 18 days on the road, a group of cycling and history enthusiasts completed their cycling tour and arrived in Vienna. It marked the end of a 1,400-kilometre journey along the demarcation line of May 1945 by the Bike the Line group.
Three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war continues to inflict untold suffering on the Ukrainian people and has profound global implications.
From the first inspiration to the final brushstroke - watch the story behind "Woman with Dove - Shaping Our Common Future". Celebrating 45 years of the Vienna International Centre - working together for peace, justice, equality and sustainable development. Watch the documentary
Why do wars start? How do we end them? UN mediation expert Asif Khan explains the complex world of peacemaking, examining the challenges, successes, and how everyone can play a part. Discover why peace agreements break down, how war changes people, and the surprising power of dialogue. Learn about the UN's role in conflict resolution, inspiring examples, and how you can contribute to a more peaceful world.
To mark the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness the March-edition of Cine-ONU Vienna screened the BBC production “Nuclear Armageddon: How close are we?” in cooperation with the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) Vienna. In this documentary, British journalist Jane Corbin puts the spotlight on the threat of a nuclear escalation by talking to a range of experts and activists.
The war in Ukraine continues to inflict immeasurable human suffering, death and destruction, putting millions at risk of serious violations and generating grave humanitarian needs.
The Peace Begins with Me campaign recognizes the service and sacrifice of United Nations peacekeepers, past and present, and the resilience of the communities they serve.
