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In Havana, Ban hails Colombia ceasefire pact as example of peace with dignity

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Secretary-General Attends Ceremony for Colombian Ceasefire Agreement, Havana.

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European Border and Coast Guard: Parliament and Council strike provisional deal

The creation of an EU border control system received a first green light from Parliament and Council negotiators on Tuesday night. The cornerstone of the deal is to upgrade the Frontex border agency, which, together with national border management...

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Bahrain: UN special adviser stresses urgency of de-escalating tensions sparked by protests

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Special Advisor to the Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide Adama Dieng.

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UN agencies warn of alleged rights violations, funding shortfall in embattled Fallujah

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Newly arrived families from Fallujah receive emergency assistance in Al Khalidiya....

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