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Updates from UN special political missions supporting conflict prevention, mediation, peacebuilding and political processes worldwide.

 

A high-angle shot looking down into a shallow, dug-out pit in dry, rocky desert soil. Inside the pit, approximately five to six large, rusted cylindrical munitions (likely large-caliber artillery shells or rockets) are carefully laid out in a row. They are resting on top of white and yellow sandbags, likely placed there to stabilize the ordnance or prepare it for controlled demolition or safe transport. The surrounding area is barren desert scrubland.
“Clearance and the safe disposal of explosive remnants of war, help reducing risks and supporting communities live more safely,” she added.
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The United Nations in Lebanon celebrates today its 80 th UN Day and eight decades of partnership with and for Lebanon On this occasion, the UN in Lebanon partnered with the state-run Tele Liban for a special edition of its…
Ramiz Alakbarov (on screen), Deputy Special Coordinator
Mr. President, Excellencies, After two years of devastating war, and unimaginable human suffering, we now have an opportunity to conclude a dark chapter in the history of the Israeli - Palestinian conflict and set the course…