United Nations

  • Dec 28, 2016
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Mladic genocide verdict would restore faith in justice

Most observers and victims believe convicting Mladic of genocide would be a just outcome

International
  • Dec 23, 2016
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Closer ties with Trump could cost Egypt other allies

Egyptian President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi is determined to pursue warmer relations with President-elect Donald Trump

Egypt
  • Dec 13, 2016
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Trump administration may disengage from South Sudan

Washington's relations with Juba have deteriorated over the last year, as a new administration enters the White House

South Sudan
  • Dec 5, 2016
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Global humanitarian needs are set to rise in 2017

The UN’s 2017 humanitarian appeal reflects the protracted state of multiple emergencies in the world

International
  • Dec 2, 2016
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US policy will threaten the Iran nuclear deal

Both Washington and Tehran have multiple options with the Iran nuclear deal, some escalatory

Iran
  • Dec 1, 2016
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Turning point could follow UN sanctions on Pyongyang

The UN has tightened sanctions once again, but changes afoot in US and South Korean politics concern Pyongyang more

North Korea
  • Nov 29, 2016
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A second Yemeni cabinet dashes peace hopes

Huthi/Saleh rebels have formed their own government in the north-west

Yemen
  • Nov 28, 2016
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Economic warfare in Yemen could boost piracy risk

Malnutrition is rising in the country, and there is a threat to Red Sea shipping

Yemen