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Darfur: surging violence reaffirms need for inclusive political dialogue, UN official says

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Joint Special Representative and head of the African Union and UN Mission in Darfur (UNAMID), Mohamed Ibn...

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Australia Under Fire Over Asylum Policy After Indonesian Boat Sinks

Indonesian authorities say 189 asylum seekers were rescued from a sinking boat off the coast. Coast guard officials say at least nine people died. The refugees were trying to reach Christmas Island, part of Australia, which has just implemented a new...

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Turkish Protesters Take to Country's Parks

Anti-government protesters have turned to local parks to continue their struggle. On a nightly basis, hundreds and sometimes thousands of people attend so-called "park forums" to discuss politics and the country's future.

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Security Council: UN official urges sustained efforts towards Israeli-Palestinian talks

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UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Robert Serry briefs the Security Council.

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