27 April 2011 –The post-electoral crisis in Côte d’Ivoire may have ended but thousands of civilians are still suffering from the consequences of the four months of turmoil that engulfed the West African nation and require increased humanitarian assistance, the United Nations said today. UN aid officials have estimated that up to 1 million Ivorians… Continue reading UN Cites Urgent Need to Boost Humanitarian Aid in Aftermath of Ivorian Crisis
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Speedy, Decisive International Action to Protect Civilians in Libya is Cital – UN Chief
24 March 2011 –A week after the Security Council authorized “all necessary measures” to protect civilians in Libya from Colonel Muammar Al-Qadhafi’s forces, speedy and decisive action by the world community remains crucial amid serious concerns of human rights abuses, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today. “The international community has acted together to avert a potential… Continue reading Speedy, Decisive International Action to Protect Civilians in Libya is Cital – UN Chief
UN Secretary General Calls for Compliance With Arms Embargo in Côte d’Ivoire
28 February 2011 –Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for full compliance with the arms embargo placed on Côte d’Ivoire, in the wake of reports that attack helicopters have been provided to forces loyal to former president Laurent Gbagbo. “The Secretary-General demands full compliance with the arms embargo and warns both the supplier of this military… Continue reading UN Secretary General Calls for Compliance With Arms Embargo in Côte d’Ivoire