World
Briefing Security Council, senior officials urge UN system-wide approach to early warning, conflict prevention
Security Council Meeting, 21 August 2014, with Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (left) and High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay.
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Gaza: UN says over 370,000 Palestinian children in need of 'psycho-social first aid'
Seven-year-old Maha, who is paralyzed down the neck following an airstrike in Gaza, was allowed to leave Gaza on 20 August 2014 and is on her way to a hospital in Turkey to seek adequate treatment.
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Ukrainian Troops Reclaim Key Town
Ukraine says it has reclaimed control of a key city in the east, where rebels and government troops are battling for territory.
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Pakistan's Military Urges Dialogue in Political Standoff
Anti-government protesters outside Pakistan's parliament are showing no signs of leaving until Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif resigns, a demand the government rejects as unconstitutional. Meanwhile, the powerful military is warning all sides to resolve the political impasse through meaningful dialogue.
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New Protests Begin in Ferguson
New overnight protests formed in Ferguson, Missouri, site of 11 days of unrest after a local police officer shot and killed an unarmed black teenager.
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UNICEF to provide cash assistance to displaced Iraqis
In response to the continuing humanitarian crisis in Iraq, UNICEF and the Governorate of Dahuk have signed a USD $5 million dollar agreement supporting one-time direct cash assistance to vulnerable, displaced families in the Governorate.
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Protect those who work to protect children and families: UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake
“The nature of humanitarian work is often dangerous. Aid workers endure harsh conditions and risk harm to save lives, rebuild communities, and bear witness in conflicts, catastrophes, and crises.
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Israel, Hamas Resume Fighting as Cairo Talks Break Down
Israel and Palestinian fighters in Gaza exchanged fire Tuesday night and Wednesday morning as ceasefire talks in Egypt broke down. Palestinian authorities reported at least two civilians were killed in the latest round of violence.
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Israel, Hamas Continue Talks after Cease-fire Extended
Palestinians are warning of renewed violence if Hamas and Israeli officials cannot agree to a deal before Tuesday's midnight truce deadline.
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Human Rights
Fostering a More Humane World: The 28th Eurasian Economic Summi
Conscience, Hope, and Action: Keys to Global Peace and Sustainability
Ringing FOWPAL’s Peace Bell for the World:Nobel Peace Prize Laureates’ Visions and Actions
Protecting the World’s Cultural Diversity for a Sustainable Future
Puppet Show I International Friendship Day 2020