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On 15 September, MINURSO observed the National Days of the Republics of El Salvador and Honduras by raising their flags at the Mission HQ in Laayoune next to the UN flag. This day marks the independence of El Salvador and…
UNMIK is concerned about the closure of Serbia-run institutions in northern Kosovo, including the Pension and Disability Insurance Fund and the Republic Health Insurance Fund. Actions in these matters, carried out without…
UNMISS peacekeepers in Western Equatoria have intensified their patrolling efforts to protect civilians in communities like Bangasu, some 55 kilometers from Yambio. Photo: Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA – As the rain…
This initiative comes in the wake of the recent establishment of a temporary MONUSCO military base in the village of Kyabaganzi, not far from Boga. The security of populations also involves their direct participation. This…
A County Commissioners’ Forum in Upper Nile State aimed to promote peace and strengthen cooperation between local authorities and their partners. Photo: Luka William Athiel/UNMISS. UPPER NILE – South Sudan is at a pivotal…
The UN mission is dedicated to finding innovative ways to prevent conflict, ensure safe humanitarian aid, and advance peacebuilding across South Sudan. This includes the Indian Government deploying all-terrain vehicles to…
In the heart of Pristina, a transformative initiative is opening new doors for women across Kosovo, enabling them to turn their skills into sources of income. Supported by UNMIK and spearheaded by Sanija Murati, founder of…
To help reduce tensions and improve livelihoods, UNMISS Indian peacekeepers are conducting veterinary camps in Jonglei State to treat diseases, provide preventive care and free medicines as well as building the capacity of…
With a record number of active conflicts worldwide, the Security Council met on Tuesday to debate the future of UN peace operations. Governments and civil society organizations have so far submitted more than 60 contributions…
In Warrap State, abysmal, rain-drenched roads stopped patrolling peacekeepers serving with UNMISS from reaching their destination, but they did gather critical information – and repaired a broken Radio Miraya transmitter –…
During a visit to Ituri, the UN Under-Secretary-General for peace operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, called for concrete action to promote peace. Visiting the Ituri province on Saturday, September 6, the UN Under-Secretary…
The MONUSCO firefighting unit is regularly called upon to intervene in several regions of the country where the Mission is present. Two fires broke out on Thursday, September 4, in the afternoon in the city of Goma. The first…