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Mali PM arrest receives condemnation
UN Security Council warns of sanctions after arrest of Cheik Modibo Diarra.
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US, France disagree over 'explosive' Mali
France and the US differ over how to deal with one of the most explosive corners of the world.
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Gaza truce pressure builds
After six days of rocket fire, international pressure for a truce in the Gaza Strip intensifies.
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France discusses end to Syria arms ban
France to discuss ending ban on the supply of arms to Syria rebels.
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UN failed gravely in Sri Lanka
An internal review panel says the UN failed to pay proper attention to the war torn country.
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UN probes 'North Korea's graphite cylinders'
The shipment of graphite cylinders usable in a missile programme is being probed.
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US re-elected to UN Human Rights Council
The United States succeeded in its bid for re-election to the 47-nation UN Human Rights Council.
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Uganda vows to call troops from Somalia
Uganda says it will withdraw its forces after the UN accused it of supporting Congolese rebels.
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UN Security Council asks for Mali plan
The UNSC urged countries to present a military intervention plan within 45 days.
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Mali extremists abusing rights - UN
Extremists imposing Islamic law in Mali's north are abusing human rights, the UN says.
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One in eight people going hungry - UN
In a report on food insecurity, UN agencies say 868 million people were hungry in 2010-2012.
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Iran will retaliate if attacked
Iran said it will defend itself should Israel launch a military attack.
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UN members divided over Mali crisis
The United Nations appear deeply divided over the appropriate response regarding the crisis in Mali.
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UN nuclear chief seeks new term
IAEA boss Yukiya Amano is expected to retain his position for another four years.
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Obama calls for end to intolerance
Obama called for an end to intolerance and violence while warning Iran against nuclear arms.
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'Door for Israeli-Palestinian peace may be closing'
UN head Ban Ki-moon is worried talks between Israel and Palestine could deadlock for good.
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Obama warns Iran on nuclear bid
Obama will also call for a united international front against further attacks on US diplomatic missions.
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Anti-Islamic film protests continue
From Nigeria to Athens protests are still continuing over the 'Innocence of Muslims' film.
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UN Security Council split on key issues
States in the UN Security Council reach a deadlock on issues, including armed conflict.
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Iran nuclear programme to be discussed
World powers will discuss Iran’s nuclear programme at the UN after their talks last week had no outcome.
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IAEA renews pressure on Iran
The UN nuclear watchdog wants Iran to quell concerns about its suspected atom bomb research.
