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In Egypt, Ban calls on Arab leaders to strengthen bonds for region's people, global security

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UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon addressing the opening of the 26th Summit of the League of Arab States in...

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Ban notes Saudi Arabia’s military operations in Yemen, urges protection of civilians

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Damage caused by fighting in Abyan Governorate, southern Yemen.

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New UN report shows wars in Syria and Iraq drive highest asylum numbers in 22 years

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Asylum-seekers and economic migrants take to the seas, waiting out the dangerous journey...

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Amid growing crises, UN officials urge protection for war’s youngest victims

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Children in South Sudan.

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