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SRSG Ziadeh met with Grand Mufti Tërnava at the Islamic Community of Kosovo Headquarters in Pristina
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh met with Grand Mufti Naim Tërnava today, discussing the importance of interreligious dialogue in fostering and building community trust in…
UNIFIL statement (10 October)
Recent escalation along the Blue Line is causing widespread destruction of towns and villages in south Lebanon, while rockets continue to be launched towards Israel, including civilian areas. In the past days we have seen…
Women in the wake of Tonj North clashes: “All we want is peace, without it, we will suffer”
Only by helicopter were UNMISS staff able to reach out to the people in Akok, suffering from isolation caused by both intercommunal violence and floods. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS WARRAP – Recent intercommunal violence in Tonj…
Top UN official urges political, financial investments by South Sudan’s leaders to complete transition
JUBA – “Requests for external or international financing for any aspect of South Sudan’s transition need to be backed up with demonstrable proof that national financial resources are being prioritized for long overdue steps,”…
Pibor residents’ hope for accountability boosted by new justice centre
A newly constructed justice centre in Pibor is offering citizens hope of easier access to courts and significantly increased accountability. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS. GREATER PIBOR – The consequences of delayed justice can…
Statement by SRSG Ziadeh on Agreement Reached Among CEFTA Parties
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh takes note of an agreement reached earlier today among CEFTA parties, including UNMIK, on the adoption of a decision to amend the…
Echoes of both frustration and hope as Gumbo grassroots ask tough questions about country’s future
Residents of Gumbo Tawdat on the outskirts of Juba grabbed the opportunity to find out more about South Sudan's political developments. Photos: Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS JUBA – On the eastern bank of the White Nile in…
Success story on Private Dorica Ihunyo
“The most effective way to do it, is to do it.” These inspiring words from Amelia Earhart, an American aviation pioneer, are reflected in Private Dorica Ihunyo’s motivation to “protect her country and build peace on the…
UN’s MindCompanion Web and Mobile Application Provides Essential Mental Health Support to UN Peacekeepers
United Nations peacekeepers operate in some of the world’s most dangerous environments and are often tasked with protecting civilians against physical violence. Hence, they are often themselves exposed to atrocities, war…
Forum in Jonglei embraces diversity, commits to expanding civic and political space
In Jonglei State, UNMISS invited diverse stakeholders to partake in constructive dialogues, promoting their active involvement in shaping South Sudan's political future. Photos by Nektarios Markogiannis/UNMISS. JONGLEI – At a…