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Stephen O’Brien briefs the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Syria, UN: Rick Bajornas
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Former Taliban fighters prepare to hand over weapons as part of a government peace and reconciliation initiative at a ceremony in Jalalabad, Afghanistan on February 8, 2015 (AFP Photo/Noorullah Shirzada)
Afghan Taliban Announce Spring Offensive, 2 US Troops Killed in Fighting ISIS
The Afghan Taliban launched their annual “spring offensive” Friday, heralding fresh fighting in the drawn-out conflict as embattled security forces struggle to recover from last week’s devastating attack on a military base outside the northern city of...Caption:
A city view shows the French flag above the skyline of the French capital as the Eiffel Tower and roof tops are seen in Paris, France, March 30, 2016. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier
Social Unrest Is France’s Biggest Risk
With such high turnout in Sunday’s first-round presidential vote, one thing that would seem to be working in France is democracy. But a recent survey revealed that 70 percent of French voters believe that democracy does not work well in France. Only 11 percent trust...Caption:
Belgium’s Interior Minister Jan Jambon addresses a news conference in Brussels, February 23, 2016. REUTERS/Francois Lenoir
Return of ISIS Militants to Europe Raises Concerns of New Attacks
Brussels- Belgian Interior Minister Jan Jambon stated that an agreement has been reached with the Iraqi government in the field of security cooperation, especially regarding providing required information about foreign militants. The minister commented: “ISIS...Caption:
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) speaks to U.S. president Donald Trump during their meeting in New York, September 25, 2016. Handout via REUTERS/File Photo