Day: April 16, 2019

Defence & Diplomacy

Taliban offensive blow against ‘sustainable peace’

6 years ago

The United Nations Security Council has condemned the announcement by Taliban militants in Afghanistan of its spring offensive, saying it will result in more “unnecessary suffering and destruction for the Afghan people”.

Photo: UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan

News & Views

Nicaragua crisis: One year in, more than 60,000 have fled, seeking refuge

6 years ago

Doctors, journalists, students and farmers are among more than 60,000 Nicaraguans who have fled the country in fear of their lives since anti-Government demonstrations began last April, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, said on Tuesday.

Photo: UNHCR/Roberto Carlos Sanchez