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Russia’s Cynical Ploy on Syria
Behind the scenes at the Security Council reveals sharp divisions on Syria.
American Immigration Reform May Finally Help ‘Stateless’ People
The most important immigration reform you have not heard about.
Happy Earth Day, Or Not for Much of the USA
The Earth Day Network is asking people to contribute photos–The Faces of Climate Change – that depicts climate change, or people rising up to fight the trend.
Iraq 10 Years Later
Ten years after the war began in Iraq, UN Dispatch looks at the current situation.
Lessons from the UN on the Iraq War
Ten years ago, the US flouted the UN Security Council and invaded Iraq without an international mandate.
Here’s How Bad It’s Gotten Between Russia and the USA When Talking Syria
A tit-for-tat between Moscow and Washington shows how Syria conjures up deep animus at the Security Council.
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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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