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WFP launches food assistance for Ebola-affected people in Democratic Republic of Congo

Distributions of World Food Programme rations have begun in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)’s Ebola-hit Equateur Province as part of an effort to support those directly affected by the latest outbreak of the deadly virus and limit risky...

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Ukraine Approves Anti-Corruption Court, Fires Finance Minister

Ukraine's parliament has voted to establish an anti-corruption court in an effort to meet the criteria to receive $17.5 billion from the International Monetary Fund.

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EU provides €1.5 million in humanitarian assistance to refugees and migrants in Bosnia and Herzegovina

The European Commission, on June 7, has announced €1.5 million in humanitarian aid to address the increasing needs of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants stranded in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Jordan's Incoming PM to Pull Controversial Tax Bill After Protests

Jordan's incoming Prime Minister Omar Razzaz said Thursday he will rescind a controversial income tax bill that has triggered a week of protests after he is sworn in by King Abdullah.

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