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CNN on MSN · 1d

UN says more than 700 killed in just five days of fighting in DR Congo

More than 700 people have been killed and 2,800 injured in just five days since fighting escalated in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) between January 26-30, UN Secretary-General spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters Friday.

BBC on MSN · 1d

At least 700 killed in DR Congo fighting since Sunday - UN

The UN says at least 700 people have been killed in intense fighting in Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, since Sunday. UN spokesman Stéphane Dujarric said 2,800 people have been injured, as M23 rebels - backed by Rwanda - captured the capital of North Kivu province.

Euronews (English) on MSN · 1d

Rebels move deeper into eastern DR Congo as UN says hundreds killed

Rwanda-backed rebels are quickly expanding their presence in eastern DR Congo after capturing Goma, the region's major city, the U.N. said on Friday. View on euronews

Hamas, UNRWA

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British-Israeli hostage says Hamas held her at UN facilities

Israeli woman who was held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for 15 months says she was detained for some time at United Nations facilities. During a phone call with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Emily Damari - who was released earlier this month - said she was held at sites belonging to the UN's agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa).

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Israeli family says Hamas used UNRWA buildings in Gaza to hide hostage

The head of the UN's Palestinian aid agency has described the allegations as "deeply disturbing and shocking", but says the agency has not been in control of its northern Gaza facilities since 2023.

Las Vegas Review-Journal · 1d

Mother of freed Israeli hostage says Hamas held her daughter at UNRWA facilities

It was founded in 1949 to support Palestinian refugees across the Mideast that fled or were forced from their homes during the war over Israel’s creation.

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The West is seeing Kim Jong Un's army in action. The North Korean soldiers are brutal zealots undeterred in the face of death.

North Korean soldiers are capable, incredibly disciplined, and willing to die before they're captured. But they're also new ...

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Israel’s ban on UN’s Palestinian aid agency has come into effect. Here’s what that looks like

Israel has formally banned the main United Nations aid agency for Palestinian refugees from operating on its territory ...

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France to propose UN resolution to 'increase pressure on Rwanda' over DRC conflict

France will propose a draft resolution to the U.N. Security Council on Friday that aims to "increase the pressure on Rwanda" ...

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Stefanik bids farewell to supporters as she moves closer to the UN ambassador role

Congresswoman and U.N. ambassador-designate Elise Stefanik bid farewell to her supporters in the 21st District on Saturday as ...

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UN Palestinian refugee agency HQ in east Jerusalem deserted as Israeli ban takes effect

The headquarters of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, was deserted on Wednesday as staff ...

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UN rights chief seeks $500 million in 2025, warning lives are at risk

The United Nations human rights chief on Thursday appealed for $500 million in extra-budgetary resources for 2025 to support ...

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