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Devastation of Typhoon Haiyan still haunts children

UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake, after a four day visit to the Philippines, said that he was deeply impressed by the spirit of the people and the communities working with the government, United Nations and other partners to rebuild their lives...

Ban and Security Council condemn deadly attack on UN, Malian forces

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UN peacekeepers in Ménaka, Mali.

Relentless violence against children in the Central African Republic is an affront to humanity: UNICEF

As violence continues unabated in the Central African Republic, the horrific killing, abuse and harm being inflicted on children are an affront to humanity, UNICEF said.

Ukraine Protesters Warn Against Trade Pact with Moscow

Ahead of a visit to Moscow by Ukraine’s president, protesters filled central Kyiv, warning him not to sign a trade pact with Russia.