United Nations

  • Jan 22, 2016
  • 2 min read

UN Syria talks failure raises risks for Russia

A US-Russian initiative to restart peace talks is foundering

Syria
  • Dec 24, 2015
  • 2 min read

Anti-Huthi forces set for further advances in Yemen

After several months of stalemate, the tide may be about to turn in favour of the Saudi-led coalition

Yemen
  • Dec 24, 2015
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Libya unity government will need more than UN support

The success of the UN Security Council's resolution to support the new unity government will depend on regional states

Libya
  • Dec 17, 2015
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IAEA decision accelerates Iran sanctions removal

Ending the nuclear dispute will provide a pre-election boost for President Hassan Rouhani

Iran
  • Nov 30, 2015
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INDCs will drive global climate finance growth

Enhanced public provision of climate finance may be agreed in Paris

International
  • Nov 13, 2015
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Prospects for emerging economies in 2016

Low commodity prices and China's slowdown cloud outlook for emerging economies

International
  • Nov 12, 2015
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UN scandal will hinder resumption of Libya talks

Former UN Envoy Bernardino Leon's new job in the UAE is causing headaches for the UN in Libya

Libya
  • Nov 6, 2015
  • 2 min read

Stalled dialogue will 'freeze' Libya conflict

After a year of efforts, Libya's dialogue has stalled

Libya