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UN chief welcomes African Union's decision to combat Boko Haram

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (centre) holds a press conference at the end of his visit to Ethiopia for the 24th Summit of the...

In Addis Ababa, senior UN officials pledge ongoing cooperation with Africa on all fronts vital

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is greeted by Salva Kiir, President of the Republic of South Sudan.

As fallen peacekeeper honoured in Lebanon, UN expresses concern over security situation

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Memorial service at the Beirut International Airport for UNIFIL peacekeeper Lance...

UNICEF launches US$3.1 billion appeal to reach more children in emergencies

UNICEF is launching a US$3.1 billion appeal – its largest ever – to reach 62 million children at risk in humanitarian crises worldwide – a US$1 billion jump in funding needs since last year’s appeal.

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