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INDBATT-I administers veterinary care for livestock in Renk
INDBATT-I administers veterinary care for livestock in Renk The ongoing strife and political turbulence in South Sudan has caused severe damage to an already fragile veterinary infrastructure, especially in Upper Nile region…
Spreading violence in Central African Republic sets off 'loud alarm bells' – UN human rights chief
The United Nations human rights chief today expressed grave alarm over the spread of violence by armed groups against the civilian population in several parts of the Central African Republic in recent months, as well as…
Sexual violence in conflict ‘legitimate threat’ to peace and security – UN deputy chief
Although global understanding of sexual violence in conflict is shifting, there remains the need to tackle the root causes of such violations that lie in fundamental inequality and discrimination against women, Deputy…
UN chief 'outraged' by latest attacks in CAR, warns they could be war crimes
Strongly condemning the latest attacks against civilians and the United Nations in Central African Republic (CAR), Secretary-General António Guterres today urged authorities to investigate and bring those responsible to…
Armed group attacks civilians, UN in Central African Republic overnight; peacekeeper killed
The United Nations peacekeeping force in the Central African Republic is sending reinforcements to the south-eastern town of Bangassou, where an armed group opened fire on civilians overnight killing an undisclosed number and…
Time now to maximize on the opportunities offered in Haiti, highlights head of UN advisory group
Following their recent visit to Haiti, a United Nations advisory group on the island nation called on the international community to work closely with the Government and capitalize on the opportunities that have presented…
Central African Republic: UN honours fallen ‘blue helmets’
The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) held a memorial ceremony today in honour of five peacekeepers who lost their lives after their convoy was attacked…
The ‘cycle of revenge’ in South Sudan will hurt everyone – UN envoy
Deteriorating security in parts of South Sudan coupled with increased displacement could worsen the humanitarian suffering in the country through outbreaks of diseases such as diarrhoea and even cholera, the United Nations…
Security Council welcomes commitment of Colombian Government and FARC-EP to peace process
The opposition in Colombia has begun to lay down arms, a move welcomed today by the United Nations Security Council which recently visited the country to see the peace efforts first-hand. In a statement to the press, the 15…
UN releases new funding to support critical aid operations in Central African Republic
Against the backdrop of a continuingly complex humanitarian scenario in the Central African Republic (CAR) – marked by multiplication of hotspots, increased displacement and growing needs – the head of United Nations…