### Children hit by gaps in HIV funding
Children and teenagers living with HIV face significant barriers to early diagnosis and access to life-saving treatment and care. According to the United Nations, shrinking funding for HIV programmes has widened inequalities, leaving this group particularly vulnerable. Millions of young people remain out of reach of timely medical support.
> “We cannot allow children to be the forgotten face of the HIV response,” UNAIDS officials warned, urging governments and donors to close the financing gap.
### Risks to Pakistan’s judiciary
The UN expressed concern over increasing pressures on the independence of Pakistan’s judiciary. Reports highlight risks to free and fair judicial processes, including threats faced by judges and lawyers. The organization called for stronger safeguards to protect judicial integrity and the rule of law.
### Marginalization of minority groups
Discrimination against minorities continues to undermine equal rights in several regions, the UN noted. Exclusion from political participation and social services remains widespread, limiting opportunities for affected communities. The agency urged states to uphold inclusive governance and human rights protection for all citizens.
> “Leaving anyone behind weakens the social fabric,” officials emphasized.
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**Author’s summary:** The UN warns of widening global inequality—from HIV treatment gaps affecting children to threats against Pakistan’s judiciary and ongoing minority exclusion worldwide.
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UN News — 2025-11-29