U.N. spokesman Dujarric at press conference

U.N. spokesman Dujarric at press conference

Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the Secretary-General of the United Nations, speaks at a press conference at the U.N. headquarters in New York on Jan. 8, 2026.

U.N. spokesman Dujarric at press conference

U.N. spokesman Dujarric at press conference

Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the Secretary-General of the United Nations, speaks at a press conference at the U.N. headquarters in New York on Jan. 8, 2026.

UN chief condemns Israeli strike on Rafah camp

STORY: UN chief condemns Israeli strike on Rafah camp SHOOTING TIME: May 28, 2024 DATELINE: May 29, 2024 LENGTH: 0:02:40 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of press briefing STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned the Israeli strike which killed 45 Palestinians at a tent encampment in Rafah for displaced people. Spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in a statement that Guterres is heartbroken by the images of the killed and injured, which included many small children. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The Secretary-General has condemned in the strongest terms the 26 May air strikes by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Rafah, which hit tents sheltering displaced people. The Secretary-General is heartbroken by the killed and injured, including many small children. As he has said before, the horror a

UN chief condemns Israel's attack on Iran consulate in Damascus

STORY: UN chief condemns Israel's attack on Iran consulate in Damascus SHOOTING TIME: April 2, 2024 DATELINE: April 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:52 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press briefing room 2. various of Stephane Dujarric on the podium 3. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 4. various of journalists 5. various of Stephane Dujarric on the podium STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns Monday's attack on Iranian diplomatic premises in Damascus, Syria, said his spokesman on Tuesday. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The secretary-general condemns the attack on diplomatic premises of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Damascus, as well as the reported casualties. He reaffirms that the principle of the inviolability of diplomatic and consular premises and personnel must be respected in all cases in accordance with international law. Mr. Guterres also reminds all p

UN chief saddened by earthquake in China

STORY: UN chief saddened by earthquake in China SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 19, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:54 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric at podium 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was deeply saddened by the earthquake in China, said his spokesman on Tuesday. The secretary-general was deeply saddened by the tragic earthquake, by the loss of life and property damage and injuries to people, said Stephane Dujarric, the spokesman. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The Secretary-General was deeply saddened by the tragic earthquake, by the loss of life and the damage to property and, of course, injuries to people that we saw yesterday. He expresses his solidarity with the people and the government of the People's Republic of China and extend

UN chief asks Security Council to act to avert humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza

STORY: UN chief asks Security Council to act to avert humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 7, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 7, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:11 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric at podium 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of the press STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday asked the Security Council to act to avert a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, said his spokesman. In a rare move, Guterres wrote to the president of the Security Council to demand action, invoking Article 99 of the UN Charter for the first time since he became UN secretary-general in 2017. Article 99 states, "The Secretary-General may bring to the attention of the Security Council any matter which in his opinion may threaten the maintenance of international peace and security." SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General

UN chief expresses condolences to Libya over deadly storm

STORY: UN chief expresses condolences to Libya over deadly storm DATELINE: Sept. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:47 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS/OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press briefing 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed "heartfelt condolences" to the Libyan authorities and families of those who have perished as a result of a deadly storm, his spokesman said on Tuesday. Stephane Dujarric, the spokesman, briefed reporters at a regular press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "On Libya, the Secretary-General expresses his heartfelt condolences to the Libyan authorities and families of those who have lost their lives as a result of storm Daniel, which as you know has hit eastern Libya, causing massive flooding. And according to the Libyan Red Crescent, the storm has claimed thousands of lives, with thousan

UN chief condemns coup in Gabon

STORY: UN chief condemns coup in Gabon DATELINE: Aug. 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:09 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the journalists 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of the press briefing STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday condemned the coup attempt in Gabon. Stephane Dujarric, Guterres' spokesman, read out a statement at a daily press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The Secretary-General is following closely the evolving situation in Gabon. He notes with deep concern the announcement of the election results amidst reports of serious infringements of fundamental freedoms. He firmly condemns the ongoing coup attempt as a means to resolve the post-electoral crisis. The Secretary-General reaffirms his strong opposition to military coups. The Secretary-General calls on all actors involved to exercise restraint, engage in an inclusive a

How will military coup in Niger spill over to West Africa?

STORY: How will military coup in Niger spill over to West Africa? DATELINE: Aug. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:55 LOCATION: Niamey CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of supporters of the coup-d'etat in Niger gathering in Niamey 2. various of ECOWAS heads of state at an emergency meeting held in the Nigerian capital Abuja 3. various of ECOWAS defense chiefs at a press briefing 4. various of supporters of the coup-d'etat in Niger gathering in Niamey 5. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): SHERIFF GHALI, Expert on international relations at the University of Abuja in Nigeria 7. various of ECOWAS defense chiefs at a press briefing 8. various of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the press briefing 9. SOUNDBITE 3 (French): ANTONIO GUTERRES, UN Secretary-General 10. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): MUSA CHRISTOPHER, Nigeria's Chief of Defense Staff 11. various of street views in Niamey STORYLINE: Leaders of West African countries are expected to meet

UN chief urges release of Niger's president

STORY: UN chief urges release of Niger's president DATELINE: July 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:01 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. various of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres walking to podium 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (French/English interpretation): ANTONIO GUTERRES, UN Secretary-General 4. various of press briefing room 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 6. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday demanded the immediate and unconditional release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum, as the world body is suspending humanitarian operations in Niger due to the situation in the country. Soldiers in Niger have overthrown President Mohamed Bazoum, the country's Defense and Security Forces said in a press release broadcast on national television late on Wednesday, hours after the president was allegedly held hostage. Addressing a press conference at the UN headquarters in N

UN chief makes proposal to Russian president on grain deal

STORY: UN chief makes proposal to Russian president on grain deal DATELINE: July 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:20 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. various of press briefing room STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday sent a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, making a proposal for the further implementation of the agreements on food and fertilizer exports from Russia and Ukraine, a UN spokesman said on Wednesday. In the letter, Guterres outlined a proposal "aiming to harmonize the vital further implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding with the vital need to keep the Black Sea Initiative operational," Stephane Dujarric, the spokesman, told reporters. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "As part of his ongoing efforts in this regard, the Secretary-General yesterday sent a

UN chief "disappointed" by Security Council failure to extend Syria cross-border relief operations

STORY: UN chief "disappointed" by Security Council failure to extend Syria cross-border relief operations DATELINE: July 12, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:09 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS/MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press briefing 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is disappointed that the Security Council was not able to reach an agreement on extending the authorization of UN cross-border relief operations in Syria, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said on Tuesday. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The Secretary-General is disappointed that the Security Council was not able to reach an agreement today on extending the authorization of United Nations cross-border relief operations in Syria. UN cross-border assistance remains a veritable lifeline for millions of people in the northwest of Syria as humanitarian needs have reached an a

UN agencies in Ukraine to assess impact of dam's destruction

STORY: UN agencies in Ukraine to assess impact of dam's destruction DATELINE: June 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:17 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General STORYLINE: Representatives from various UN agencies in Ukraine were in Kherson on Wednesday to assess the impact of the destruction of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant dam and coordinate the humanitarian response. Representatives from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, as well as five UN agencies and some nongovernmental organizations, were on the ground to conduct the assessment, said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "They tell us that the disaster will likely get worse in t

UN continues to push for Russian ammonia exports despite pipeline sabotage: spokesman

STORY: UN continues to push for Russian ammonia exports despite pipeline sabotage: spokesman DATELINE: June 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:38 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: The United Nations is continuing to engage with the parties on the export of ammonia from Russia despite the latest sabotage of the ammonia pipeline via Ukraine, said a UN spokesman on Wednesday. The Russian Defense Ministry said Wednesday that "a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group" blew up the Togliatti-Odessa ammonia pipeline in Ukraine's Kharkov region on Monday night. "We're continuing to engage with the parties on the ammonia exports, regardless of what may have happened," said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in response to a question on the impact of the sabotage. He reiterated the importance of the resumption of Ru

United Nations lodges concern over reported U.S. eavesdropping on UN chief

STORY: United Nations lodges concern over reported U.S. eavesdropping on UN chief DATELINE: April 19, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:13 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of press briefing room 2. wide shot of spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric walking to podium 3. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 4. various of journalists 5. wide shot of press briefing room STORYLINE: The United Nations has officially expressed to the United States the world body's concern over reported surveillance on UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, a UN spokesman said on Tuesday. Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for Guterres made the remarks at the daily press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "We have now officially expressed to the host country our concern regarding the recent reports that communications of the secretary-general and other senior UN officials have been the subject of surveill

UN sees Saudi-Iran deal brokered by China as opportunity for Yemen

STORY: UN sees Saudi-Iran deal brokered by China as opportunity for Yemen DATELINE: March 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:34 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): HANS GRUNDBERG, UN Special Envoy for Yemen 5. various of Grundberg on screen 6. various of Security Council Chamber STORYLINE: A UN spokesman said Wednesday the China-brokered agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran on the restoration of diplomatic relations represents an opportunity for the resolution of the conflict in Yemen. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "This is clearly an opportunity, right? I mean, it is a big deal, to put it in diplomatic terms. We hope that this creates a climate that is conducive to enshrining a political path towards peace in Yemen. We haven't seen major clashes. We've seen greater humanitarian a

China's position paper on Ukraine crisis "important contribution": UN spokesman

STORY: China's position paper on Ukraine crisis "important contribution": UN spokesman DATELINE: Feb. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:54 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesman for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: A United Nations spokesman said on Friday that China's position paper on the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis represents "an important contribution." SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesman for UN Secretary-General "The plan put forward by the Chinese government is an important contribution. I think the call on the need to avoid the use of nuclear weapons is particularly important. We all have a collective responsibility to do what we can to reach a just peace in line with international law, the UN Charter and the recent General Assembly Resolution." China on Friday released a paper stating its position on the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis, sayin

U.S., Russia should resume implementation of New START treaty: UN chief

STORY: U.S., Russia should resume implementation of New START treaty: UN chief DATELINE: Feb. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday called on the United States and Russia to resume the full implementation of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START). Asked about Guterres' reaction to Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement that his country will suspend its participation in the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty, Guterres' spokesman Stephane Dujarric said the secretary-general's position is that the United States and Russia should resume the full implementation of the treaty without delay. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "I will reiterate the Secretary-General's position, which has been clear, a

UN chief calls for int'l support for people in quake-stricken Türkiye

STORY: UN chief calls for int'l support for people in quake-stricken Türkiye DATELINE: Feb. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:19 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of the press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of the press conference 4. various of the search and rescue operations STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called for international support for the people of Türkiye in the wake of massive earthquakes. Guterres made the remarks in a statement on the launch of a humanitarian appeal for Türkiye, read out by his spokesman Stephane Dujarric at a daily press briefing. The statement announced a 1-billion-U.S. dollar humanitarian appeal for the people of Türkiye suffering from the most devastating earthquakes to hit the country in a century. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The funding -- which covers a three-month period will assist 5.2 mil

UN continues cross-border aid delivery to Syria

STORY: UN continues cross-border aid delivery to Syria DATELINE: Feb. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:12 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 2. various of the press conference STORYLINE: The United Nations (UN) is continuing its cross-border aid delivery into Northwest Syria in the aftermath of the massive earthquakes, said a UN spokesman on Thursday. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "Today, 22 trucks carrying aid from the World Food Programme and the UN Refugee Agency crossed through Bab Al-Hawa crossing. Two additional trucks carrying tents provided by UNHCR crossed the Bab Al-Salam crossing. In Northwest Syria, shelter needs are the top priority among displaced people. Many homes have collapsed in the aftermath of the earthquakes. As of Feb. 14, according to the latest information we received, more than 8,900 buildings have been completely or partially destroyed in nort

UN continues emergency relief operations in quake-hit areas in Türkiye, Syria

STORY: UN continues emergency relief operations in quake-hit areas in Türkiye, Syria DATELINE: Feb. 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:42 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric walking to podium 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 5. wide shot of press briefing room 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 7. wide shot of Dujarric leaving STORYLINE: The world body is continuing to mobilize emergency teams and relief operations in response to the massive earthquake that struck parts of Türkiye and Syria, said a UN spokesman on Friday. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "Some 130 international urban search-and-rescue teams are working in the earthquake-impacted areas of Türkiye. Another 5

Tanks to Ukraine not moving in direction of peace: UN official

STORY: Tanks to Ukraine not moving in direction of peace: UN official DATELINE: Jan. 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:50 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of UN press conference 2. various of various of flags of Germany and the U.S. 3. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 4. various of UN press conference STORYLINE: The UN chief's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric has said that more tanks to Ukraine is not moving in the direction of peace. Germany and the United States separately announced on Wednesday that they will send advanced battle tanks to Ukraine. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The worst scenario that we can think of, it's already a pretty bad scenario for the people of Ukraine. We're not going to comment every time there's new weapons coming in and what we want to see is a peace, a just peace in line with the UN Charter, in line with international law, but what we're seeing now is not movi

UN chief welcomes extension of authorization for cross-border aid deliveries into Syria

STORY: UN chief welcomes extension of authorization for cross-border aid deliveries into Syria DATELINE: Jan. 10, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:45 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric walking up to podium 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday welcomed the Security Council's decision to extend cross-border aid deliveries into Syria for another six months, said his spokesman. Stephane Dujarric, the spokesman, read the statement to reporters at a daily press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The secretary-general takes note of today's decision by the Council to confirm the extension of its authorization for UN cross-border humanitarian operations, which remain an indispensable lifeline for 4.1 million people in northwest Syria. The decision to confirm the extension of that autho

Dujarric to return as top U.N. spokesman

Dujarric to return as top U.N. spokesman

TOKYO, Japan - Stephane Dujarric will take over as U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki Moon's top spokesman on March 10, 2014, replacing Martin Nesirky. Dujarric, a former correspondent and field producer for ABC News, has also served as spokesman under Ban's predecessor Kofi Annan.

UN welcomes 1st shipment of Russian fertilizer previously blocked in Europe

STORY: UN welcomes 1st shipment of Russian fertilizer previously blocked in Europe DATELINE: Nov. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:21 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press conference 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesman for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. various of the press conference STORYLINE: The United Nations welcomes the first shipment of Russian-made fertilizer previously stranded in European ports and warehouses, said a UN spokesman on Tuesday. The first shipment of 20,000 tons of fertilizer left the Netherlands on a World Food Programme-chartered vessel, MV Greenwich, on Tuesday, destined for Malawi via Mozambique, said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesman for UN Secretary-General "This is the first of a series of shipments of fertilizer destined for a number of countries on the African continent in the coming months. This fertilize

UN chief welcomes Russia's resumed participation in grain export deal

STORY: UN chief welcomes Russia's resumed participation in grain export deal DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. various of the press briefing room STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warmly welcomes the announcement from Russia on its resumed participation in the implementation of a deal to facilitate grain export via the Black Sea, his spokesman said on Wednesday. Stephane Dujarric, the chief spokesman for the UN secretary-general, read out a statement at the daily press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The secretary-general warmly welcomes the announcement from the Russian Federation on its resumed participation in the implementation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative to facilitate the safe navigation of exports of grain, foodstuff

UN chief saddened by mass shooting in Thailand

STORY: UN chief saddened by mass shooting in Thailand DATELINE: Oct. 7, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is shocked and saddened by the horrific mass shooting at a childcare facility in northeastern Thailand, his spokesperson said Thursday. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The secretary-general is shocked and saddened by the horrific mass shooting today at a child-care facility in the northeast of Thailand, in which dozens of people were killed; most of the victims, as you know, were children. The secretary-general extends his condolences to the families of the victims and wishes those injured a speedy recovery. And of course, the UN team in Thailand have issued various statements also on this horrific incident." At least 38 peo

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96

STORY: Britain's Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96 DATELINE: Sept. 9, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:34 LOCATION: London CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): ZHAO XIAONA, Xinhua correspondent 2. various of Queen Elizabeth II related footage 3. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 4. various of Queen Elizabeth II related footage STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): ZHAO XIAONA, Xinhua correspondent "Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch in history, died on Thursday, aged 96. With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her son Charles has become Britain's new King. 'The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow,' Buckingham Palace said in a statement on Thursday." Queen Elizabeth II died two days after she appointed Liz Truss as Britain's new prime minister, succeeding Boris Johnson. Earlier in the day, Buckingham Palace said the monarch was unde

UN chief to appeal for massive support for Pakistan during upcoming visit

STORY: UN chief to appeal for massive support for Pakistan during upcoming visit DATELINE: Sept. 7, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:13 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. shot of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ANTONIO GUTERRES, UN Secretary-General 3. shot of press briefing room 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 5. shot of press briefing room STORYLINE: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday that he will appeal for massive support for Pakistan during his upcoming visit to the country, as one third of its territory is underwater. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ANTONIO GUTERRES, UN Secretary-General "Tomorrow I will be flying to Pakistan to express my deep solidarity with the Pakistani people and to appeal for the massive support of the international community to the Pakistanis, in this hour of need after the devastating floods that we are witnessing. There is a lot of attention on the war in Ukraine.

UN chief voices concern about situation at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

STORY: UN chief voices concern about situation at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant DATELINE: Aug. 12, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of UN headquarters 2. wide shot of spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Stephane Dujarric at dais 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 4. various of press briefing room 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 6. wide shot of press briefing room STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday that he is "gravely concerned" about the unfolding situation in and around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "In a statement we issued earlier this morning, the Secretary-General said that he is gravely concerned about the unfolding situation in and around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southern Ukraine. He has a

U.N. chief's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric

U.N. chief's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric

Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres, attends a press conference at the United Nations headquarters in New York on July 6, 2022.

UN saddened by migrants found dead in U.S. Texas

STORY: UN saddened by migrants found dead in U.S. Texas DATELINE: June 29, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:20 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: various of press briefing roomSOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, UN secretary-general's spokesman STORYLINE: "We were deeply saddened" to learn that dozens of migrants died in the trailer of an abandoned truck in San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' press office said Tuesday. In response to questions on the news at a daily press briefing Tuesday, Stephane Dujarric, the UN secretary-general's spokesman, stressed the need for all parties to work cooperatively to take concrete action to help prevent such needless deaths among people on the move. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, UN secretary-general's spokesman "It's very important for us that authorities, both in the U.S. and in Mexico, investigate and bring to justice all those who were responsible for this horrific chain of events. It also highlights th

UN agencies mobilized to help Afghans hit by earthquake

STORY: UN agencies mobilized to help Afghans hit by earthquake DATELINE: June 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of journalists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General STORYLINE: UN agencies are working to deal with the needs arising from Wednesday's earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan, said a UN spokesman on Thursday. Following the earthquake, priority needs include emergency shelter and non-food items, food assistance, health and water and sanitation hygiene support, said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The UN Refugee Agency has dispatched tents, blankets, plastic sheeting, and kitchen sets, among other items, to cover the needs of about 4,000 people. The Wor

UN chief calls for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine

STORY: UN chief calls for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine DATELINE: April 19, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press conference 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN secretary-general 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MARTIN GRIFFITHS, UN undersecretary-general for humanitarian affairs STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday again called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine to allow for the delivery of life-saving aid as well as evacuations. The appeal followed attacks on cities across the country - most recently Lviv, Dnipro, Kharkiv and Mykolaiv - which reportedly resulted in numerous civilian casualties and destruction. Guterres was also greatly concerned about the continuing appalling humanitarian situation in the besieged port city of Mariupol, Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the secretary-general, said at a regular press briefing. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEPHANE D