Homs blitzed by Syrian troops

Syrian troops have sealed off the population of a rebel stronghold in the city of Homs and bombarded it using tanks, helicopters and artillery.

Double-veto blocks UN resolution on Syria

Russia and China have blocked a UN Security Council resolution condemning Syria, hours after the country's forces bombed Homs, killing hundreds.

UN ambassador outraged over Sudan bible school attack

Sudan's military bombed a Bible school built by a US Christian aid group, prompting students and teachers at the school to run for their lives.

Russia: text on Syrian violence not suitable

Russia has said that the UN Security Council resolution on Syrian violence did not suit Moscow and warned of a 'scandal' if it is brought to a vote.

Syria draft may pass despite Russian opposition

Despite Russia's rejection of a revised draft resolution on Syria, the UN Security Council is set to possibly act on the text.

Somali famine declared over, but UN urges caution

The UN says that Somalia's famine is over, but warned that continued assistance is needed to stop the region from slipping back.

South Sudan’s poisoned inheritance

Its archenemy to the north remains hostile, but Africa’s newest state is not blameless either.

Charles Taylor's last bid to fight war crimes charges

Lawyers for former Liberian president Charles Taylor have asked a UN-backed war crimes court for permission to reopen their defence case.

Russia stalls UN resolution on Syria action

Syrian death toll spikes as Russia opposes a new Arab and European bid to secure tough United Nations resolution.

Arab League seeks UN support on Syria

As the monitors head out of Syria, the Arab League has called on the United Nations to support a plan to end President Bashar al-Assad's rule.

Arab League meets to extend mission in Syria

The Arab League has met for talks to extend its observer mission to Syria, with Riyadh 'pulling its observers' as Damascus has not kept its promises.

Sahel region faces renewed drought crisis

Drought has again returned to the western shoulder of Africa, bringing hunger to millions, threatening to slip the Sahel region into crisis.

United Nations raises alert between Sudan's rival

United Nations secretary general Ban Ki-moon is worried about continuing tensions between North Sudan and South Sudan following an oil crisis.

Report slams slow aid response

The delayed reaction to last year’s drought crisis in East Africa exacerbated the heavy loss of lives.

UN finds 'no evidence' of mass killings in South Sudan

The UN's top official in South Sudan says 'no evidence' has been found of reported mass killings but warns 60 000 people are in urgent need of aid.

Laurent Gbagbo to receive ICC legal aid

Côte d'Ivoire's former president Laurent Gbagbo will get legal aid while his financial status is assessed, the International Criminal Court has said.

MSF calls for release of kidnapped workers in Somalia

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has made a renewed call for the safe release of two Spanish workers who were kidnapped in Somalia in October.

Nigerian Islamists and security forces clash again

Hundreds of people have fled their homes in northeast Nigeria in fear, following deadly all-night gun battles between Islamists and security forces.

UN nuclear agency suggests visit to Iran

The UN nuclear watchdog said it may Iran for talks, a day after an Iranian official said Tehran was prepared to discuss international concerns.

UN council concerned by Israeli-Palestinian impasse

Most members of the United Nations Security Council have voiced deep concerns about the impasse in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.

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