Public views put UN’s conflict role under scrutiny
Al Jazeera has gathered views from people in Bangladesh, Gaza and Nigeria on the UN’s role in resolving conflicts and stopping wars.
Al Jazeera has reported views from people in Bangladesh, Gaza and Nigeria on whether the United Nations can help resolve conflicts and stop wars.
The report, titled “UNGA 2026: Can the UN stop wars?”, was published on 22 September in connection with the 2026 UN General Assembly.
The material does not identify those interviewed or provide their exact comments. It also does not detail a specific conflict, UN action or policy response.
The views gathered by Al Jazeera should not be treated as representative of the wider populations of Bangladesh, Gaza or Nigeria. The report’s headline poses a question about the UN’s effectiveness but does not provide a definitive answer.
