South Sudan
South Sudan At One: Facts and Figures of a Tumultuous First Year of Independence
One year ago this week, the South declared independence in a peaceful ceremony and was granted membership. These facts and figures tell a story of a rough year 1.
Can a Security Council Resolution on the Sudans Conflict Pull the Countries Back from the Brink?
The resolution, after some debate among the permanent members, invokes Chapter VII of the UN Charter, making clear the binding nature of the Council’s decisions and demands.
There is War Between the Sudans. Can it Be Contained?
If this conflict escalates, there is a distinct possibility – probability, really — that significant violence will be leveled against civilian populations.
Are You Ready for a War Between Sudan and South Sudan?
The last time these two fought a war, 2 million people died.
Sending Bed Nets to Prevent a Looming Humanitarian Emergency in South Sudan
I just participated in a conference call about the crisis, what Nothing But Nets is doing to meet the challenge — and how some basketball stars and a Broadway philanthropy are helping the cause. Read below. Have a listen. And Send a Net.
Why George Clooney Got Himself Arrested
By now, you have no doubt heard the news that George Clooney, several members of congress, and a bunch of other activists were arrested protesting outside the Sudanese embassy in Washington, DC. Here’s why George got sent to the slammer.
Here’s why sent George to the slammer.
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The SC; HRC; DPRK; South Sudan
The SC: The Security Council today held its last consultations under the Council Presidency of ROK. Tomorrow, Russia will take over the rotating Presidency of the Security Council for March under Ambassador Vitaly Churkin.
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The SG; Mali; Middle East; Palestine
The SG: At the Fifth Global Forum of the UN Alliance of Civilizations in Vienna, Austria today, the SG emphasized the role of youth in ensuring a “prosperous, equitable and peaceful future.”
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The SG; DRC; HRC; Palestinian Prisoner
The SG: In Ethiopia over the weekend, the SG is now in the United Arab Emirates. Today he met with Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashed Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, where the two discussed developments in the region, including Syria, Iran, Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan, and in the Middle East Peace Process.
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