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UN Security Council unanimously adopts resolution S/RES/2376 (2017) extending UNSMIL mandate for another year
Link (PDF): Resolution S/RES/2376
- Media Briefing by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan Mr. David Shearer
Opening Remarks: Good morning and thanks for joining me at this briefing. I’d like to focus on two main issues today…the upcoming annual General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York which I will be attending; I’d like to give you details about two key events…
- Wau could provide “model” for return home of South Sudan’s displaced people
The return of displaced people to their homes in Wau in north-western South Sudan could provide a “model” for other parts of the country, the Head of the UN Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has said. David Shearer, who is also the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, was…
UNHCR steps up efforts towards alternatives to detention in Libya and solutions for vulnerable refugees
Geneva, 11 September 2017 - Libya continues to present one of the most complex mixed migration situations in the world, with refugees traveling alongside migrants through perilous routes, surviving dangerous desert crossings and abuses that include sexual violence, torture, detention in inhumane…
UN Special Coordinator Meets Lebanon Army Commander
UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Ms. Sigrid Kaag met this morning with Lebanese Army Commander Gen. Joseph Aoun. The Special Coordinator reiterated her condolences to the families of the soldiers killed, and extended her best wishes for the speedy recovery of those injured. The Special…
Up to three quarters of children and youth face abuse, exploitation and trafficking on Mediterranean migration routes – UNICEF, IOM
Children from sub-Saharan Africa targeted more than any other group, pointing to impact of discrimination and racism Report calls on Europe to establish “safe and regular pathways” for migration NEW YORK/BRUSSELS, 12 September 2017 – Migrant and refugee children and youth trying to reach Europe face…
World Health Organization delivered an urgent medical supply to Sabha
The World Health Organization (WHO) country office in Libya delivered on 8th August 2017 to Sabha Medical Center ten (10) International Emergency Health kits (IEHK) which are standardized kit of essential medicines, supplies and equipment. This kits were procured with financial assistance from…
- Press Releases
Statement to the Security Council by Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Colombia Jean Arnault
New York, 6 September 2017. Mr President, Distinguished Members of the Council, I am grateful for the opportunity to brief you on the implementation of your resolution 2366 of 10 July 2017 that decided to establish, at the request of the Government of Colombia and the FARC-EP, the United Nations…
Note to correspondents from UNSMIL Spokesperson regarding inaccurate reports attributed to the Special Representative Ghassan Salame
8 September, 2017 - UNSMIL categorically denies circulated news reports claiming that the UN plans to deploy a UN peacekeeping force to Libya. The Special Representative has repeatedly said that UNSMIL is progressively returning to Libya, increasing its staff presence including security personnel…
Al Zawiya Family and Child Protection Unit: Achievements, Challenges, and Lessons Learned
Tunis, 6 Sep 2017 – UNICEF Libya country office, in partnership with Al Zawiya Security Directorate, conducted a two-day workshop to review the achievements, challenges and lessons learned from the Family and Child Protection Unit of Al Zawiya, Libya. Al Zawiya Family and Child Protection Unit is…